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Take 6 Africa podcast

Take 6 Africa podcast

By Samuel Tebandeke

A series of conversations with some of the most exciting and innovative emerging and established Content creators from the African continent.

On each episode we discuss what they do, what makes them tick and everything in between. We also will get a chance to talk about what's happening in the industry and what you can look forward to from our guests.
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Episode 15 - Olivia Ambani

Take 6 Africa podcastApr 22, 2021

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Episode 15 - Olivia Ambani

Episode 15 - Olivia Ambani

It's another beautiful day here in the Motherland and we have another incredible episode for you. My next guest may need some introduction but not to worry, I have that sorted out. We talk about investment, generosity, abundance, the audacity of the ask and so much more....
Apr 22, 202101:12:21
Episode 14 - Maina Mundi

Episode 14 - Maina Mundi

Hello listeners and welcome to another episode of the podcast. We have come a long way and I am happy that this episode marks a little over a year since I started on this journey. To all of you that have been with me on this journey since the very first episode, I am grateful. Take a moment to catch up if this is your first time or if you have a couple of episodes that you missed. Today, I'm the one in the hot seat with a friend and this will also be an episode on his podcast, which will arrive shortly. A little peak into how I have navigated life during 2020, a year like no other. On to the show then...

Mar 18, 202101:09:01
Episode 13 – Muriithi Mwangi

Episode 13 – Muriithi Mwangi

Another day, another episode and another fun conversation with a talented creator. On the show, we talk about what it means to be a filmmaker, good food, illicit activities and so much more. I also want to invite you to share your thoughts on our episode on our Facebook page or you can reach out to me personally on my Instagram handle (@tebandekelutaaya)

Feb 18, 202101:08:34
Episode 12 – Wanjiru Kairu

Episode 12 – Wanjiru Kairu

Happy New Year fans. It has been a while since our last episode but here we are again. Today's episode has a totally different vibe. In fact, if I didn't know better, I would say that it was a therapy session. I speak with another fabulous filmmaker about life, meditation and dealing with challenges. Plus, so much more.
Jan 28, 202101:13:51
SPECIAL SEGMENT (Dean & Sam) - November 2020

SPECIAL SEGMENT (Dean & Sam) - November 2020

Hello hello everyone. It has been a while since I unceremoniously ended Season 1. Life happened and I let it distract me. Here I am again and I shall work to make sure that our regular episodes get back per schedule. We bring you another special segment of the Two Hairy Guys Podcast which is another podcast I shall co-host with my friend Dean.  On the episode we dive into Quibi, the short form streaming platform founded by Jeffrey Katzenberg (formerly of Dreamworks) and Meg Whitman (formerly of HP) which recently announced that it was shutting down after 6 months of service. A lot will be said of what could have been. We go into that in the episode and I have served up some links to give you more context. Happy listening. Links to relevant material: How Quibi burned $2 billion  in 6 months: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vvEFtRra1A8 Quibi Is Shutting Down After 6 Disappointing Months: https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/358243?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email What Can Marketers Learn From Quibi's Failure?: https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/352341
Nov 12, 202024:14
SPECIAL SEGMENT - Dean & Sam

SPECIAL SEGMENT - Dean & Sam

Hello hello hello there. It's been a while. Lots happening in this life and we have a treat for you. I sit with Dean Gichukie (past podcast guest) to devise a new project called the 2 Hairy Guys podcast. Let us know your thoughts in the comments as we take multiple tangents in the world of creativity and business.
Sep 25, 202031:11
Episode 11 – Nice Githinji

Episode 11 – Nice Githinji

Hello my people, September is here and we are at 4 months from the end of the year. It has been a rollercoaster ride and we have seen humanity at its best and also at its worst. Regardless, there are people still keeping hope alive. My next guest is an actress and producer and we discuss the state of the Kenyan acting scene, border crossings and so much more. Have fun...

Sep 03, 202059:11
Episode 10 – Esther Masaa

Episode 10 – Esther Masaa

Hello friends, another day, another episode. I am so excited to have you listening in. I do not take it for granted that you've taken the time to do so. Asante sana from wherever you are. Today's episode was recorded on 15th August and I had just hiked (foolish decision in hindsight since I was not prepared) up Ngong hills (7 in total and not to be messed with) and survived. We dive into a bit of that in this session but also what it means to be an actress and producer in Kenya. My guest is a really cool person and all round generous human being. Enjoy our varied conversation.


Outliers by Malcolm Gladwell: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Outliers_(book)

The Next Big Idea Podcast on RANGE: https://bit.ly/31c627z

Aug 20, 202001:21:27
Episode 9 – Wambui Muigai

Episode 9 – Wambui Muigai

Hello everyone. I hope that you are still keeping well. I want to celebrate this day because of how far we have made it. On today's episode, I have a very lively conversation with a emerging Kenyan cinematographer, Wambui Muigai, known by her friends as Bo, who takes us through her journey from an early age as she played with her mother's film stills camera, an almost career in the hospitality industry and finally to her current profession in film.
Aug 06, 202001:02:57
Episode 8 – Dean Gichukie

Episode 8 – Dean Gichukie

Hello listeners. We made it past the halfway mark of 2020 and our relationship with this year has been nothing but complex. But we decided to make the best of things. To celebrate how far we've made it, I'm adding another episode this month and moving forward we'll have two episodes every month till we get to our one year anniversary in February 2021. My guest on this episode is responsible for that and he encouraged me to go for it so, challenge accepted! This year I made a commitment to start whatever I made up my mind to do regardless of what came my way.  On this episode, we discuss chi in African literature and business development in the creative sector

Jul 23, 202001:16:13
Episode 6 – Sakina and Justin

Episode 6 – Sakina and Justin

Hello listeners. It's June and we are halfway the year. Already. How time flies. Today's episode, which was recorded in November 2019 is a fun one for sure and a treat because secrets are revealed as we talk about stage fright, dropped lines in Shakespeare plays, community and the state of Kenyan theatre.

Jun 10, 202001:04:59
Time Capsule – Serah and Wanjeri

Time Capsule – Serah and Wanjeri

This special edition of the podcast is an exploration of the unique times that we are living in right now with COVID-19. Our hope is that, decades or centuries from now, humanity can look back on this time and remember the strength of the human spirit in the darkest of times.
May 29, 202044:43
Episode 4 – Joy Richu

Episode 4 – Joy Richu

Hello listeners wherever you are. I hope this finds you safe and sound and out of reach from the COIVD-19 outbreak. It has been a harrowing period for many across the world and I want to say that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Welcome to this episode of the podcast where I speak with another talented creator from Nairobi, Kenya. We speak about process, inspiration and other things.

Follow her work on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/joy_richu/ 

As well as her website: https://joyrichu.com

May 14, 202001:00:18
Episode 3 - Mwajuma Belle

Episode 3 - Mwajuma Belle

Mambo! Welcome back to the Take 6 podcast with your host Sam. Today's episode features one of Kenya's most talented actresses on screen and stage, the challenges she's faced along the way and her journey to becoming a producer of her own films. Enjoy…

Apr 16, 202001:02:28
Episode 2 – Juliana Kabua

Episode 2 – Juliana Kabua

On today's episode, I speak with one of Kenya's up and coming female producers about her career, distribution and a mosque in Malindi. That's how diverse our conversation was and here we go…

Mar 19, 202058:22
Episode 1 promo – Mugambi Nthiga

Episode 1 promo – Mugambi Nthiga

A teaser for what is to come in Episode 1

Feb 19, 202000:49
Episode 1 – Mugambi Nthiga

Episode 1 – Mugambi Nthiga

On today's episode, our guest shares his journey in the film industry from a career in advertising, to starring in Kenya's most famous film, Nairobi Half Life, all the way to becoming a director of his first feature film.

Feb 19, 202001:15:18