Dr. Claire Kinuthia

Circling The Rabbit Hole with Dr. Claire Kinuthia

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A Wholistic and Edutaining Health and Wellness Podcast hosted by Dr. Claire Kinuthia, a board certified Obstetrician/Gynaecologist from Nairobi, Kenya. CTRH podcast primarily focuses on Sexual, Reproductive & related Mental Health issues, that are often considered “taboo” in the African setting. The podcast aims to move beyond the traditional "doctor teaches and never listens" model to instead harness the power of storytelling to humanize & break down stigma, as well as to bring you reliable, evidence-based, easy-to-understand health information, resources & practical solutions.

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Dr. Claire Kinuthia

Episodes

Spotlight Series: Janet Mbugua on the Inua Dada foundation & her book My first time stories 17.11.2023 56:23

🎙️Welcome back for episode 11 of CTRH Podcast, where we have real conversations intended to make an actual difference. Today, I’m joined once again by the amazing Janet Mbugua, for the first episode of our Spotlight Series where I hold space to interview and shed light on individuals and organizations that are doing important and impactful work in the SRHR space here in Kenya. Basically, think of...

Navigating Medical Ethics & Patient Advocacy in 2023 with Dr. Nelly Bosire 10.11.2023 46:42

🎙️Welcome to episode 10 of CTRH Podcast, where we have real conversations intended to make an actual difference. Today I am joined by the formidable Dr. Nelly Bosire an Obstetrician/Gynaecologist practicing here in Nairobi, Kenya and notably serves as a member of the disciplinary and ethics committee at the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC).Patients today are better informed...

Deconstructing stigma and shaming of survivors of sexual violence with Mwari Muthaura 03.11.2023 1:02:02

🎙️Welcome to episode 9 of CTRH Podcast, where we have real conversations intended to make an actual difference. Today I am joined by the extraordinary Mwari Muthaura, a respected psychotherapist based here in Nairobi. Together we begin to peel the layers off an issue that has alarmingly become almost common place in our society. In this episode we discuss sexual violence and sexual trauma & ho...

Do no Harm: Gynaecologists as patient advocates with Dr. Simon Kigondu 27.10.2023 54:40

🎙️Welcome to episode 8 of CTRH Podcast, where we have real conversations intended to make an actual difference. Today’s episode is a tough one. It’s one that calls for active discussion and self reflection as well as as a call to action in the medical space. It’s also one of the reasons why this podcast came to be. Doctors in Kenya are increasingly being accused of not listening to our patients, a...

Expert opinion on CSE with Sex Ed Parenting Coach Akinyi Ochieng 20.10.2023 51:11

🎙️Welcome to episode 7 of CTRH Podcast, where we have real conversations intended to make an actual difference. Today’s episode is the final one in the series covering Comprehensive Sexuality Education (CSE) & it’s the one you’ve all been waiting for! It’s a conversation to watch/listen to with pen & paper because GEMS! 💎After hosting some beautifully shared personal stories, I now have t...

Addressing the culture of shame - Body shaming with Maureen Waititu 13.10.2023 47:19

🎙️Welcome back for episode 6 of CTRH Podcast, where we have real conversations intended to make an actual difference. Today, the lovely Maureen Waititu joins me once again for a heart-to-heart conversation, this time on body shaming. We discuss her evolving journey with body image, body dysmorphia, her relationship with food, as well as what she’s done along the way to help her become the bold, co...

Maqbull Mohammed on Fatherhood & the power of Unlearning. 06.10.2023 53:02

🎙️Welcome back for episode 5 of CTRH Podcast, where we have real conversations intended to make an actual difference. Today, I have the pleasure of hosting Maqbull Mohammed, a popular Entertainer here in Kenya, best known for his shows on radio and various acting roles on popular Kenyan TV productions. He is now working in the Events promotion space and as an entrepreneur. Maqbull is a dedicated f...

CSE: Respecting culture vs pushing agendas with Pinky Ghelani 29.09.2023 33:02

🎙️Welcome back for episode 4 of CTRH Podcast, where we have real conversations intended to make an actual difference. Today, I have the pleasure of hosting the fabulous Pinky Ghelani, a dedicated mom of two, a girl & a boy. Our focus today is on key aspects of Comprehensive Sexuality Education, especially so those we find a bit more confronting. Pinky, a powerhouse in her own right is former m...

Addressing the Culture of Shame series: Menstrual Justice with Janet Mbugua 22.09.2023 45:55

🎙️Welcome back for episode 3 of CTRH Podcast, where we have real conversations that make an actual difference. Today, I’m hosting the formidable Janet Mbugua, a well renowned and respected media personality here in Kenya. She is also a Menstrual Justice advocate, an activist, author, global moderator, content creator and mum of two lovely boys. In this episode we discuss menstrual justice, explain...

Raising the Bar on Raising Sons with Maureen Waititu 15.09.2023 51:06

🎙️Welcome back to CTRH Podcast, where we have real conversations that make an actual difference. Today, we’re stepping into Maureen Waititu’s world, a dedicated mom raising 2 boys. Join us as she shares her unique perspective on navigating the triumphs and challenges of raising sons in 2023. Maureen is a force in her own right. Working as an impact-focused full time content creator, a lawyer and t...

Raising Daughters in 2023 with Tatiana Karanja @mamaolivek 08.09.2023 39:44

Tatiana Karanja, better known as Mama Olive on social media, is a powerhouse in her own right. A talented photographer & digital creator, she uses her platform to document her journey as a mum of 3 beautiful girls & shares tools & resources she uses while navigating the challenges of modern motherhood. Today, we sit down & discuss age-appropriate sexual education & her approach...