The era of video podcasts is upon us and what a way to be part of the society’s meaningful, entertaining and thought-provoking conversations on a larger scope today. Audio podcasts are brilliant, but the icing on the cake has to be a good video podcast. The creative freedom that podcast productions enjoy, coupled with visual engagement takes vulnerability and human connection among both the hosts and their audiences to a whole other level. In Kenya currently, the market serves variety, so there’s bits for just everyone. Whether you’re looking to sit through discussions revolving around money, trends, relationships, personal growth, or even politics, the current video podcast scene has something for you. Let’s explore five that are definitely worth your time.
1. TMI podcast KE (The Messy In-between)
This podcast, hosted by Murugi Munyi and Lydia KM, explores a range of topics in lifestyle. These include; Sexual health, Mental Health, Societal norms, Navigating Relationships and Friendships, Money and personal development. The podcast invites listeners to share in the ‘messiness’ of navigating these areas in the modern context. The most outstanding bit about it is the hosts’ ability to share authentically, honestly and accurately in their discussions. Their chemistry and storytelling ability goes a long way in contributing to the candid feel of the podcast.
2. It’s Related, I promise(IRIP) podcast
Podcast hosts; Julia Gaitho, Sharon Macharia and Muthoni Muchiri host a variety of conversations centering on culture, relationships, careers, adulthood living in Nairobi. It takes on a laid- back approach while discussing the pressures and modern struggles with work, identity, and life transitions especially in the fast- growing Nairobi city. Occasionally, there are guests who share personal stories and perspectives. The hosts also share in a friendship which hugely reflects in the conversational and relaxed feel of the podcast. As its name suggests, it is relatable and holds space for its listeners to feel seen and heard.
3. Best Kept Secrets podcast
This is a faith-based podcast that centers on navigating aspects like relationships, personal growth, and mental health, finding purpose, faith and everyday challenges from the Christian perspective. It is hosted by Sharon K. Mwangi who leads the discussions through guest interviews and personal stories. The podcast encourages individual introspection and healing as steps that help bring the listener more depth in their faith. It is just right for the person looking to grow in their faith.
4. The Joyride podcast
This podcast is hosted by a couple; Ben Cyco and Wanjiru Njiru. It centers on conversations about love, marriage, personal experiences and development. It draws majorly from reflecting on the couple’s individual and shared journeys and guest interviews through a unique question and answer format, encouraging vulnerability from both the hosts and their guests. Their complementary personalities and senses of humor make the discussions more relatable and the podcast a very safe space to be in.
5. ManTalk Ke Podcast
This podcast is hosted by Oscar Koome and Eli Mwenda. Conversations revolve around mental health, masculinity, personal development, and navigating friendships and relationships with special emphasis on the male perspective. It takes on guest interviews through panel-format discussions on issues that affect men in the current Kenyan context. The discussions dive into the pressures and struggles of men with an aim to inform and challenge misrepresentations and stereotypes. It appeals to men in different stages of life to introspect more on their emotions.
To sum up, as Kenya’s video podcast scene continues to grow, the diversity of voices and experiences continues to inform the space. These are just some of the voices shaping the digital space today. Whether you are looking to just relax or learn a thing or two, this is where you need to start. Feel free to leave a comment on some of the ones you try out, and some of the ones you would like to add to this list.
