Konversations with Kui

Episodes

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  The Work of Loving Again - S2 | E3 14.10.2026 1h 11m

  What does it take to love again after heartbreak, betrayal, and disappointment? How do we rebuild trust, recognise unhealthy relationship patterns, and remain open to love without losing ourselves in the process?In this episode of Konversations with Kui, our host Dr Kũi Mũraya sits down with Julie Githiri, a psychodynamic and psychosexual psychotherapist, for conversation about healing after heartbreak, understanding our relationship patterns, and learning to navigate love and intimacy with greater self-awareness.Together, they explore how childhood experiences and attachment styles shape our adult relationships, influencing how we connect with others, respond to conflict, and experience intimacy. They unpack the complexities of heartbreak, the process of letting go, and the importance of rebuilding trust in ourselves as we learn from past relationships and make space for healthier connections."The Work of Loving Again" is a conversation about healing from heartbreak, understanding ourselves more deeply, and learning to approach love with greater intention. Whether you are navigating a breakup, rebuilding your confidence after a difficult relationship, or trying to create healthier connections, this episode invites you to reflect on what it means to love again while staying true to yourself.If this episode resonates with you, share it with someone who might need to hear it. Remember to follow and stay tuned for Episode 4, premiering on 28th October 2026.Connect with us on our socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/konversationswithkui/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@konversationswithkui Catch the full video episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KonversationswithKui"Grown conversations for grown people."
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  Moving Through This World As A Disabled African Woman - S2 | E2 30.09.2026 1h 19m

  What does it mean to navigate womanhood for women with disabilities? In this episode of Konversations with Kui, our host Dr. Kũi Mũraya is joined with two phenomenal women – Juliet Awuor and Jane Theuri. Together, they have an honest and deeply human conversation about disability, womanhood, relationships, motherhood, identity, representation, confidence, and inclusion.Both Jane and Juliet openly share their lived experiences as women with disabilities, challenging stereotypes and discussing the realities of work, quality of medical care, love, motherhood, stigma, accessibility, and belonging.This conversation is about seeing women with disabilities as whole people - not as limitations, tragedies, or problems to be fixed.If this episode resonates with you, share it with someone who might need to hear it. Remember to subscribe to Konversations with Kui for more honest and candid conversations.Special gratitude to the African Women Development Fund (AWDF) – Voices of Our Movement Podcast Initiative for funding this episode.Stay tuned for Episode 3, premiering on 14th October 2026.Connect with us on our socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/konversationswithkui/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@konversationswithkuiX: https://x.com/KonvoWithKui"Grown conversations for grown people."
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  When Work Becomes An Unsafe Place - S2 | E1 16.09.2026 19m

  In this first episode of Season 2 of Konversations with Kui, our host Dr Kũi Mũraya shares a deeply personal experience on what happens when the workplace you once thrived in becomes a source of emotional and mental exhaustion?Kũi opens up about her personal experience with workplace bullying and the difficult decision to leave a job she had once found meaningful. She reflects on the power dynamics that can make workplace bullying difficult to name or challenge, her experience as a Black African woman, and the complicated ways race, gender and power can shape our experiences at work.In this solo, Kũi shares how this experience gave her the courage to choose self and how leaving a toxic workplace gave her the space to rest, heal, rediscover her creativity and begin imagining a different path.If you have ever experienced workplace bullying, felt trapped in a toxic work environment, or struggled to walk away from something because of the security it provided, this conversation is for you.If this episode resonates with you, share it with someone who might need to hear it.Remember to subscribe to Konversations with Kui for more honest and candid conversations. Stay tuned for Episode 2, premiering on 30th September 2026.You can also connect with us on:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/konversationswithkui/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@konversationswithkuiX: https://x.com/KonvoWithKuiYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KonversationswithKui"Grown conversations for grown people."
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  Rooted In Gratitude - S1 | E12 01.04.2026 14m

  In this deeply reflective final episode of Season 1 "Rooted In Gratitude", Dr. Kũî Mũraya shares her journey of starting this podcast in 2025, embracing uncertainty, and choosing to begin before everything felt "ready." She opens up about healing her inner self, reconnecting with her purpose, and shifting from a life of performance to one rooted in being, feeling, and authenticity.This episode explores powerful themes, including the courage to start before you feel ready, self-healing and inner child work, and challenging societal expectations placed on women. It also reflects on honoring your body through rest and intentional living, practicing gratitude daily, and finding joy as both an act of resistance and self-care. Throughout the conversation, Dr. Kũî touches on navigating grief, resilience, and hope in difficult times.Kũî also reflects on her Kenyan heritage, generational strength, and the resilience passed down through the women who came before her, reminding us of the power we carry within.You can also stay connected with us on:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/konversationswithkui/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@konversationswithkuiX: https://x.com/KonvoWithKuiThank you for being part of Season 1."Grown conversations for grown people."
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  Redefining Masculinity In The 21st Century - S1 | E11 18.03.2026 1h 38m

  What does it really mean to be a man today? In this powerful episode of Konversations with Kui, our host Dr. Kũî Mũraya sits down with poet, writer, and healthy masculinity advocate Onyango Otieno (Rixpoet) to unpack the realities of masculinity in the 21st century.From childhood trauma and societal conditioning to mental health, patriarchy, and emotional suppression; this conversation goes deep into how men are shaped, and how they can begin to heal.In this conversation, they explore how patriarchy harms both men and women, why many men struggle with emotional expression, the link between trauma, violence, and masculinity and what healthy, mature masculinity can actually look like.Onyango shares his personal journey from growing up in a violent environment to choosing a different path and invites men to question what they've been taught about power, identity, and relationships. This is an invitation to unlearn, reflect, and redefine what it means to be a man today.You can contact Onyango via his Instagram account @rixpoet You can also stay connected with us on:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/konversationswithkui/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@konversationswithkuiX: https://x.com/KonvoWithKui "Grown conversations for grown people."
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  "Strong" Is Not Our Only Identity - S1 | E10 04.03.2026 1h 2m

  What does it really mean to be a "strong African woman" and what does it cost us? In this deeply honest and intimate episode of Konversations with Kui, our host Dr Kũî Mũraya is joined by powerhouse communications strategist Winnie Gor for a vulnerable conversation on identity, burnout, boundaries, and redefining strength.Together, they unpack how the expectation to always "hold it together" can quietly lead to exhaustion, hyper-independence, and loss of self. Winnie reflects on saying "I am done being strong" and what it looks like to make space for rest, softness, asking for help, and shared responsibility without guilt.This episode explores the hidden cost of the "strong African woman" narrative, burnout, boundaries, rest as self-care, letting go of hyper-independence and learning to receive support, and redefining strength to include vulnerability, gentleness, and community.You can contact Winnie via her Instagram account (@winnie_gor)Connect with us on our socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/konversationswithkui/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@konversationswithkui X: https://x.com/KonvoWithKui "Grown conversations for grown people."
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  The Courage to Rest - SI | E9 18.02.2026 20m

  Episode 9, "The Courage to Rest" is a deeply reflective episode on choosing to pause in a world that glorifies burnout, over-productivity and busyness. In this intimate solo reflection, our host Dr. Kũî Mũraya opens up on taking an intentional career break, what led her there, the fear of becoming "irrelevant," and the profound lessons that emerged when she finally listened to her body, mind, and spirit.This episode explores why rest is not laziness but an act of self-honour, healing, and resistance. From unlearning toxic work conditioning and redefining identity beyond professional titles, to navigating ego, scarcity mindsets, and external pressure, this reflection invites us to reconsider what a meaningful, joyful, and sustainable life can look like. Drawing on personal experience, this solo encourages us to be rooted in stillness, self-care, and alignment.Whether you're feeling exhausted, burnt out, questioning your relationship with work, or simply longing for permission to slow down, this episode is a gentle reminder: you are allowed to pause. Rest is self-care!Connect with us on our socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/konversationswithkui/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@konversationswithkuiX: https://x.com/KonvoWithKui"Grown conversations for grown people."
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  Millennial Auntie Meets Gen Z Nieces (Part 2) - S1 | E8 04.02.2026 56m

  What happens when a Millennial auntie sits down with her Gen Z nieces for an honest conversation about womanhood, identity, beauty, and generational pressure? In this heartfelt and light-hearted episode of Konversations with Kui, host Dr Kũî Mũraya is joined by her two Gen Z nieces, Nikki Gachanja and Wambui Kimari, for an intimate intergenerational conversation exploring what it truly means to be an African woman across generations. Across a 20-year age gap, they unpack:How womanhood is defined across generationsBalancing feminine and masculine energyBody image, beauty standards, and the impact of social mediaColorism, body positivity, and the lingering effects of colonial beauty idealsThe unique pressures faced by African and Black womenGen Z vs Millennial stereotypes, and what each generation can learn from the otherThis episode blends radical vulnerability, wisdom, humor, and lived experience, creating a safe space for honest conversations about the lives women are actually living.Whether you're Gen Z, Millennial, or somewhere in between, this conversation invites reflection, healing, and deeper understanding across generations.Connect with us on our socials:Instagram:   / konversationswithkui  TikTok:   / konversationswithkui  X: https://x.com/KonvoWithKui"Grown conversations for grown people."📺 Watch the full episode on YouTube 🎧 Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts Don't forget to like, subscribe, and follow for more candid conversations.
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  Millennial Auntie Meets Gen Z Nieces (Part 1) - S1E7 21.01.2026 1h 17m

  In this heartfelt and honest episode of Konversations with Kui, Dr Kũî Mũraya sits down with her two Gen Z nieces (Nikki Gachanja and Wambui Kimari) for a powerful intergenerational conversation.Across laughter, vulnerability, and deep reflection, they explore what it really means to be an African woman across generations. From family roles and birth order to healing the inner child, generational trauma, love, identity, and evolving traditions, this episode unpacks what has changed, what has stayed the same, and what each generation can learn from the other.Together, they reflect on their generational differences while growing up in African families, navigating responsibility as firstborns and lastborns, the emotional realities behind family stereotypes, and why Gen Z are more intentional about healing, boundaries, and emotional honesty.This is a light-hearted yet deeply meaningful conversation about womanhood, family dynamics, generational healing, African traditions, identity, and love, told through the lens of lived experience, compassion, and mutual respect.If you've ever wondered how generational experiences shape how we love, heal, and show up in family and relationships, this episode is for you. Stay tuned for Part 2 of this conversation, dropping on February 4th 2026.Connect with us on our socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/konversationswithkui/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@konversationswithkuiX: https://x.com/KonvoWithKui"Grown conversations for grown people."
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  A Letter to My Younger Self - S1 | E6 07.01.2026 17m

  In this deeply personal solo episode of Konversations with Kui, host Dr Kũî Mũraya reads a powerful letter to her younger self, a reflection on healing, womanhood, self-worth, and becoming whole.Episode 6 explores the journey from survival to healing, touching on themes of self-acceptance, boundaries, intuition, femininity, rest, resilience, and choosing yourself in a world that often demands conformity. This episode speaks especially to African women, Black women, and anyone navigating identity, purpose, and personal growth.Kũî reminds us that rejection can be protection, that softness is not weakness, and that authenticity is everything. This letter is a beautiful dedication to every version of oneself (past, present, and becoming).If you've ever struggled with self-doubt, belonging, relationships, or learning to trust your inner voice, this episode will meet you right where you are. Watch, reflect, and share this episode with someone who needs these words. Subscribe for more honest conversations on healing, womanhood, relationships, and living life on your own terms.Connect with us on our socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/konversationswithkui/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@konversationswithkui X: https: //x.com/KonvoWithKui Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1APzunCjpW/?mibextid=wwXIfr"Grown conversations for grown people."
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  The Unseen Anchor: Single Fatherhood - S1 | E5 10.12.2025 1h 2m

  In this powerful and deeply honest episode, Dr. Kũî Mũraya sits down with Sammy Muraya for a conversation on navigating single fatherhood, while raising three children.Sammy vividly shares the joys of single fatherhood, social and emotional challenges of becoming a single father after separation and divorce, the stigma men face, and how raising children alone reshaped his understanding of love, responsibility, and growth.If you're searching for a conversation on how divorce and separation affect children, why support systems matter for single parents, and the importance of single parenting, this episode is a must-listen.You can contact our guest Sammy via his Instagram account (@murayasam) or X (@SammyMuraya).Connect with us on our socials:Instagram: @konversationswithkuiTikTok: @konversationswithkuiX: @KonvoWithKuiFacebook: Konversations with Kui"Grown conversations for grown people."
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  Child-free by Choice - S1 | E4 26.11.2025 1h 12m

  Join us for Episode 4 of Konversations with Kui; a dialogue between our incredible guest Cate Nyambura and host, Dr Kũî Mũraya. In this episode titled "Child-free by Choice" our guest candidly shares her personal journey on how she made this choice, the joys of living child-free, and the assumptions associated with it.She also shares inspiring advice to younger women and girls who are considering child-free living. This conversation is one that will challenge you to live your choices, proudly and boldly.If you're looking for a conversation that celebrates choice and self-agency, this episode is a must-listen.You can contact Cate via her Instagram account (@cateynyambura) or X (@catherinenyamb1)Connect with us on our socials:Instagram:   / konversationswithkui  TikTok:   / konversationswithkui  X: https://x.com/KonvoWithKuiFacebook: https://web.facebook.com/people/Konve..."Grown conversations for grown people."
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  A Woman's Worth - Redefining the Narrative - S1 | E3 12.11.2025 14m

  Episode three of Konversations with Kui is an intimate solo by our host, Dr Kũî Mũraya. In this episode titled "A woman's worth - redefining the narrative" Kũî openly and vulnerably narrates the social pressure and family expectations put on older, unmarried, and child-free women. She calls us to live authentically, practice self-love, and find joy and fulfillment in the paths we choose to take. In this episode, Kũî also shares the beauty and freedom of a self-defined life; and challenges us move beyond limiting our worth to societal and traditional standards. This episode is inspired by the article "Why we still Measure a Woman's Worth by this Broken, Misguided Yardstick" written by Kũî that calls upon us to reflect on how we socialize African girls. Connect with us on our socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/konversationswithkui/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@konversationswithkui X: https://x.com/KonvoWithKui Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/people/Konversations-with-Kui/61580264282709/?_rdc=1&_rdr#"Grown conversations for grown people."
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  Navigating Divorce as an African Christian Woman - S1 | E2 28.10.2025 1h 32m

  Episode two of Konversations with Kui is deeply personal and eye-opening. Our host host Dr Kũî Mũraya is joined by Chi-Chi to discuss what it's like to navigate divorce as an African Christian woman. In this episode, Chi-Chi openly narrates the emotional, spiritual, and social complexities of divorce within African and Christian contexts; from dealing with the anger and grief of divorce, navigating single parenthood, and reclaiming your sense of self beyond marriage and divorce. Chi-Chi also shares insights from her book, "Strange Women and Other Strangleholds by Nena Ndioma", offering encouragement and perspective to anyone navigating separation and divorce.This book is available on Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/Strange-Women-Other-Strangleholds-Christian/dp/0692509984) and Kindle.You can also directly reach Chi-Chi through Facebook Messenger (@Nena Ndioma) or email at [email protected] with us on our socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/konversationswithkui/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/people/Konversations-with-Kui/61580264282709/#TikTok: ktok.com/@konversationswithkuiYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KonversationswithKuiStay tuned for episode 3 dropping on November 12, 2025."Grown conversations for grown people."
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  African, Older, Unmarried, and Child-free - S1 | E1 14.10.2025 18m

  In the debut episode of Konversations with Kui, Dr Kũî Mũraya narrates how this podcast was birthed from a heartfelt open letter she wrote in her late 30s to the older, unmarried, child-free African woman (read full article here: https://medium.com/@kmuraya/to-the-older-unmarried-child-free-african-woman-92fad3d0856f). She reflects on the judgement and stigma women like her face in African society, and how that experience sparked a desire to create a safe space for honest, vulnerable conversations that amplify alternative narratives in African adulthood and womanhood.This episode is both a personal reflection and an invitation to unlearn living under the terms of what society expects of us, to embrace authenticity, softness and self-worth."Grown conversations for grown people."