Hekaya Haven

Remember when we used to romanticise certain things, convinced they were everything we wanted? Only to grow up, get a little life experience and realise… maybe we were onto something, or maybe we were just delulu. In this episode, we get into the things we once romanticised but have since outgrown, what changed our minds and the things we find ourselves romanticising now. From the ideals we held a...

Hekaya Haven hits 50 episodes! From a podcast that started with pure vibes and inshallah to a growing body of work. This marks the end of Phase One. And to 50 more ✨🫶🏾 Instagram

This episode closes, for now, our five-part series on the childfree conversation, bringing us to the final stretch of our exploration of what it means to choose a life without children. And, inevitably, we get to have the vasectomy conversation. 👀 Connect on Instagram

What does being childfree look like from a man's perspective? In Part 1 of this two-part conversation, our guest shares his journey towards being childfree, a journey that involved self-discovery, understanding his identity and redefining masculinity for himself. A candid conversation about choosing a life that feels right for you, even when it doesn't fit the script everyone else seems to...

Part 3 of our three-part series on childfree life as a woman. This time, we’re calling out the narratives we’re no longer buying into, from the biological clock to “you’ll regret it” and everything in between. An honest, playful conversation about choice, expectations and the freedom to question the script. Connect on Instagram

This episode is Part 2 of our three-part series exploring childfree life as a woman. We examine how much of what we’ve been taught about motherhood is an honest representation and how much is a socially constructed narrative designed to glamourise it. Motherhood can be deeply meaningful and joyful for some women, but we rarely have honest conversations about its realities, expectations and the par...

What does it really mean to choose a life without children as a woman? In Part One of our three-part conversation exploring childfree life, we begin with the choice itself, the stories we are taught about womanhood and motherhood and what happens when you decide to step outside that script. This is just the beginning of a conversation we’ll be continuing across the next two episodes. Instagram

Hey there, beloved! 🥳 This is your official invite to our upcoming hangout < Hekaya Haven Hangout Vol. 2 (HF × HH) > happening on October 3rd, 2026 . Save the date! In this episode, we walk you through the ABCs of the event and give you a sneak peek of what's in store. Be sure to tune in and don't forget to bring a friend (or two)! 🎟️ Grab your tickets here: It's a date!

In this second episode of our two-part Tall Girl Diaries series, I get together with Kara (another amazing tall woman) for a light, laugh-filled conversation celebrating everything fun about height. We get into origin stories, style hacks, a Tall Girl Hall of Fame and a rapid-fire game. Tickets to the upcoming Hangout Hang out with me on Instagram

In this episode, two tall women sit down for a real, unfiltered conversation about what it actually means to grow up tall and grow into being a tall woman. From the trendiness of height today to the not-so-glamorous parts of the past, we unpack dating as a young tall girl versus a grown woman. The masculine energy people project onto tall women and the friendships that only tall women truly unders...

While we're still on the topic of friendship and community building, please do purchase your ticket(s) for the upcoming community event here: TICKETS See you then!

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What started as a simple idea and a hope to bring people together finally became a room full of laughter, stories, games, honest conversations and genuine connection. In this episode, I'm sharing highlights from the very first Hekaya Haven Hangout. You'll hear bits and pieces from the afternoon, from honest conversations and playful moments to laughter, reflections and the beautiful energy...

The Polygamist felt less like fiction and more like a mirror. In this episode, we explore the making of Jonasi and unpack men’s mental health, childhood conditioning, masculinity and generational patterns through the world of the series. Let's connect on Instagram

A quick catch-up episode where I debrief my half marathon experience at the Nairobi City Marathon, reflect on everything the race brought up for me and give you the final nudge to join us at the Hekaya Haven Hangout this weekend. Consider this your friendly reminder that tickets are still available and I'd love to see you there. 🫶🏾✨ Secure your spot here 🎟️ Let's connect on Insta

In this deeply personal episode, Hekaya (I am she) opens up about her journey with therapy, mental health, self-awareness and the often uncomfortable process of learning and unlearning. After years of doing the inner work through books, podcasts, online resources and intentional self-reflection, I found herself confronting a difficult truth: awareness alone was no longer enough. From unpacking my...

After months of training, suffering, teamwork and questioning our life choices mid-workout, we finally stepped onto the HYROX field on Saturday, 9th May. In this episode, we unpack the full race day experience: from the adrenaline highs and incredible team moments to the brutal stations that tested us mentally and physically. We talk about what surprised us, what pushed us, what nearly broke us an...

A collection of conversations from the people who have walked the HYROX training journey with me, through the early mornings, hard sessions, small wins and everything in between. Connect with Hekaya on Instagram

What does it mean to live in the in-between? From life at sea to solo travel across continents, she shares the beauty, intensity and quiet moments that come with moving through the world as a seafarer. Connect with her on Instagram Connect with Hekaya

In this episode of Hekaya Haven, I sit down with the dynamic creative behind The Hamster Did It for a raw, funny and honest conversation about what it really means to be an artist in Nairobi. Hekaya Haven - Instagram Hamster did it - Instagram

This Quarter 1 RE-YAP, I sit down with Kimemeia for a long, wide-ranging catch-up covering everything from flooded streets and fragile masculinity to youth-led movements and the legacy of Wangari Maathai. We unpack the currents shaping culture, civic engagement and music, all with a mix of insight, curiosity and a little humor. Tune in for a casual conversation that drifts between the serious, the...

In this final episode of the Women’s History Month mini-series, I take a step back to examine women’s progress in its full complexity: the rights we have gained, the systems that continue to fail us, and the urgency that still defines the feminist conversation today. Let's connect on Instagram

This episode is part of our ongoing March mini-series for Women’s History Month. It features a collection of voice notes from women who have previously been on the podcast, reflecting on the ways they are rewriting stories within their families through their significant “firsts” in their bloodlines. Let's connect on Instagram

In this special episode, Hekaya Haven joins the global movement of Podcasthon, where podcasters around the world come together to dedicate an episode to causes that matter. Throughout this initiative, thousands of voices are being used to raise awareness, spark conversations and shine a light on organisations doing meaningful work in their communities. This episode turns its focus to mental health...

We sit down for a candid, anecdote-filled conversation about shaving bald and the surprising revelations that come with it. From barber shop reactions and hilarious public commentary to the quiet liberation of letting go of hair, we explore how closely beauty, femininity and identity are tied to it. Let's connect on Insta