iRIP

It's Related, I Promise

Comedy EN ↓ 94 episodes

A sonic escape into the world of THREE diverse Kenyan women. We are young professionals, braving the urban landscape of Kenya's capital city and growing our friendship as we go along. Sharing our experiences as millennials living in the most dynamic continent; AFRICA. From Nairobi to Lagos, Kampala to Johannesburg, Dakar to Accra, New York to London, and that one guy from the Maldives (we saw you in our analytics- LOL);You're all welcome to join in on the fun! Africa to the WORLD;KARIBUNI SANA!Brought to you by Julia Gaitho, Sharon Machira, & Muthoni Muchiri (Our Silent Member)

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iRIP

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Latest episode

Jul 10, 2026

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Episodes

Dating Etiquette: Grown Girl Edition 💋| With Lydia K.M. 10.07.2026

Dating etiquette: Grown Girl Edition. 👀 The rules have changed… or have they? From first dates to hard launches, job interviews disguised as conversations, and everything in between, the girls have a lot to say. Now available on YouTube #ItsRelatedIPromise #Dating #DatingEtiquette #ModernDating #Relationships Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsrelatedipromise/ Follow us on TikTo...

The Gender of Grief with Ciru Muriuki 26.06.2026

A conversation on grief, loss, healing, and the many ways we carry what we’ve lost. Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsrelatedipromise/ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itsrelatedipromise?_t=8kb6tstPmJ3 Listen to our past episodes on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3QrSf7FAEfXgc4oRcMvz2Y?si=6bdaa586e62d4ad3 Listen to our past episodes on Apple Podcasts: https:/...

What If I Don’t Want to Hang Out With Your Kids? | With Tatiana Karanja (Mama Olivek) 12.06.2026

Losing friends to motherhood… When your friends become moms, everything changes — including the friendship. But does not **always** wanting to hang out with kids make you a bad friend? 🤔😅 Watch the full episode on #youtube 🎥 Follow mama Olive on ig : https://www.instagram.com/mamaolivek?igsh=dG03cXU0d3JjMDFl Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsrelatedipromise/ Follow us on TikT...

Non seggzual things that Men do that we find attractive (with Charisma) 29.05.2026

On this episode, the girls ask: what are some non-seggzual things men do that we actually find attractive? 👀✨ From subtle habits to certain types of energy… some of these answers might surprise you 😭 ft. @luhyaheat Watch the full episode on #youtube 🎥 #nonsexual #relationship #itsrelatedipromise Our stunning shoot location: Kofisi 9 West building . Book a space: https://kofisi.africa/ Follow C...

Money vs Mindset (with Charles Murito & Rosemary Nzembi) 15.05.2026

Is delulu really the so lulu? On this episode we break down Abundance vs Scarcity: How Your Mindset Shapes Your Life with Charles Murito & Rosemary Nzembi. #mindset #wealth #spirituality #itsrelatedipromise Our stunning shoot location: Kofisi 9 West building . Book a space: https://kofisi.africa/ Follow Rosemary Nzembi TikTok: @nzembirosemary Instagram: @rosemary_nzembi YouTube: @nzembitv Website...

Things we value now that we didn’t in our #twenties 01.05.2026

On this episode, we ask: what do we care about now that we didn’t before? From the things we once prioritized to the values we stand on today, we unpack how life, love, and experience have reshaped what truly matters to us. Growth changes your standards. This episode dives into what the girls used to value, what they’ve outgrown, and what they stand on now. Our stunning shoot location: Kofisi cent...

What Men Are Really Feeling , But Rarely Say | With Ernest & K1 23.03.2026

Who told men their worth is measured by provision? 💰 Is your identity bigger than the 3 G’s? Girls. Gold. Glory. Men, we want to hear from you👇🏾 #itsrelatedipromise #maleperspective #droptheshould Watch the episode on our #YouTube channel now and drop your thoughts below. Do you agree with them? "Powered by CcHub in partnership with Africo No Filter supported by the Gates Foundation," Follow us...

Marrying Your Unfinished Business & Other Lessons in Divorce | With Wathingira Gituro 13.03.2026

“You might not be marrying the person... You might be marrying your unfinished business!" 👀 Wathingira breaks down marriage, healing and divorce. Is the idea of healing before marriage overrated? #marriage #divorce #healing #droptheshould #itsrelatedipromise Watch the episode on our #YouTube channel now and drop your thoughts below. Do you agree with them? "Powered by CcHub in partnership with Af...

The #softlife trend and leaning into femininity, From the male perspective with Bright and Dez 13.02.2026

On this episode we asked the men a question most have been dodging… What do you really think about the #softlife trend? Is “leaning into femininity” attractive? Intimidating? Misunderstood? Some of these answers? Wueh! 😅 Watch the episode on our #YouTube channel now and drop your thoughts below. Do you agree with them? "Powered by CcHub in partnership with Africo No Filter supported by the Gates...

Navigating Adult friendships : Love, Limits and Managing Expectations with Charisma and Bencyco 30.01.2026

On this episode we’re talking about some of the unspoken rules and expectations in adult friendships! We also wanna know, what are some of YOUR unspoken friendship rules? Leave a comment below 👇🏾 "Powered by CcHub in partnership with Africo No Filter supported by the Gates Foundation," Follow Charisma on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luhyaheat?igsh=MTNkemVzam50ZWh3eA== Follow Bencyco on i...

Surviving The Gig Economy : Unpacking the ‘one trick pony’ myth with K1 #STGE 16.01.2026

#STGE – Surviving The Gig Economy: He’s one of Kenya’s top entertainers, a brilliant, multi-hyphenated talent! K1 opens up about becoming one of Kenya’s most iconic characters, Makmende! 🤩 Surviving the weight of the “one-trick pony” label and redefining who he is both on and beyond the screen. Tune in and let us know your thoughts! #itsrelatedipromise #STGE #gigeconomy #film #kenyafilm #africanc...

Surviving The Gig Economy: Film Edition |#STGE || With Mbithi Masya 19.12.2025

#STGE – Surviving The Gig Economy: Film Edition! What does it really take to survive and thrive in Kenya’s film industry? 🎥 On this episode, we sit down with the brilliant Mbithi to unpack the realities of building a career in film. From the highs and hard lessons of the film world to the resilience it takes to keep telling stories that matter, this conversation explores what it means to create,...

Bride Price or Bought Wife? || With Bright Gameli & Charles Murito 08.12.2025

Is paying bride price buying a woman or a cultural rite that still holds value today? In today’s episode, we dive into one of the most debated topics in African homes:bride price. From its traditional meaning… to how it’s practiced today… to whether it’s becoming commercialized, misused or misunderstood… and whether it’s a deal breaker if bride price isn’t paid. We’re unpacking all of it with Brig...

Surviving The Gig Economy: Literature & Book Culture | #STGE || With Angela Wachuka 21.11.2025

#STGE – Surviving The Gig Economy! What does it take to thrive in Kenya’s world of literature and cultural work? 📚 In this new episode, we sit down with the brilliant Angela Wachuka, co-founder of Book Bunk, to talk about facing the odds, reshaping Nairobi’s public libraries, and what that means for how we experience knowledge, culture, and community. From the unpredictability of the literature s...

Should women aspire to be wives & mothers first? || With Pinky Ghelani & Gowi Odera 07.11.2025

Should women aspire to be wives and mothers first or has that “should” expired? 💭 From the quiet pressure to marry and become mothers, to how this conversation plays out for both men and women, we’re unpacking it all with Pinky Ghelani and Gowi Odera. This episode had us asking the hard questions and we hope it challenges your thinking too! 🎧 Tune in and let us know what you think! ➡ Follow Pink...

Where the F*** have we been!? Fungua Roho & new season catch up 25.10.2025

We’re backkkk! 🎉 After what feels like forever, we’re finally back on set — catching up on everything from career moves and new projects to the little (and not-so-little) updates that shaped us during the break. This one’s raw, hilarious, and long overdue we’re getting real about what kept us away, how life’s been lifing, and what you can expect this new season. So grab your tea (or wine, we won’...

Making Money, Radical Risks & Clique Culture #STGE || With Murugi Munyi & Muchiri Mike 11.10.2024

#STGE - Surviving The Gig Economy We have some of your (and our) faves on today’s episode and we’re keeping it real and raw! What does it really take to be a successful content creator? How did we all navigate this world that can be so unpredictable but so rewarding! Tune in! 🤩 #itsrelatedipromise #gigeconomy #influencer #kenya  #africa 00: 00 Introduction 07:00 What caught your attention 26:25 B...

Dark Skin & Refugee | Unpacking Coloursim || With Sarah Chan 27.09.2024

We’re really getting into it this week with the amazing Sarah Chan, a total powerhouse from South Sudan and we’re talking about her experiences with racism abroad and colourism right here at home in Africa! It’s such an eye-opener and we get super honest about how skin tone affects everything - from how people see you to the chances you get and even your sense of self! You’ll definitely want to he...

Toxic Frienships or Ambivalent Buddies... What's Worse? || With Dushy & Jayson 13.09.2024

We’re reacting to TikTok videos that caught our eye this week! 👀 What’s worse a toxic friend or an ambivalent one? Tune in to hear our thoughts! Oh and if you got this far, we would love for you to vote for us in this year's Pulse Awards! We’ve been nominated under “Podcast Influencer of the Year” and truly couldn’t do it without yall! Vote here: https://www.pulselive.co.ke/influencer-awards/...

Mean Girl Culture || with Dushy & Edith 30.08.2024

This is one of those episodes that could’ve gone on and on! Mean girls. Is it just a ‘phase’ in school? Did it shape who we are today? Have WE ever been considered a ‘mean girl’ ourselves? What about mean men? It’s not just women right? Tune in and please leave us your thoughts too! #irip #itsrelatedipromise #MeanGirlCulture Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsrelatedipromise/ Fol...

Finding Success Early (Kuomoka) || With Edith Kimani 16.08.2024

Ever feel like you’re faking it till you make it? You’re not alone! Catch this candid conversation with Edith Kimani #irip #itsrelatedipromise #makingit #impostersyndrome #success 00:00 Introductions 05:58 What Caught Your Attention 16:06 "Making It" When You're Young 31:37 Kuomoka Mapema 38:25 Dealing With Imposter Syndrome 54:58 Scarcity Mentality Follow Edith on Instagram: https:/...

Are you in love or in limerence? 🥰 || with Dushy & Jayson 02.08.2024

They say delulu is the solulu - but is it really? Can you tell the difference between being in #love and being in #limerence? This one had us clutching our pearls! 😮‍💨 #irip #itsrelatedipromise #romance #relationships 00:00 Introduction 2:18 What Caught Your Attention 18:27 Reaction To Limerence Video 33:25 I'm Okay Being Number 2 45:48 Have You Been The Cause of Limerence Follow us on Insta...

The Cost of Friendship | With Jayson & Dushy 19.07.2024

You’ll be fighting for your life financially and someone will add you to a group chat: ZANZIBAR 2024! 🥴😅 Friendships are very expensive, that’s a fact! But does it make you a “bad friend” if you quite literally can’t afford to show up for all your friends events? How do you communicate money matters? Does it change the dynamic? That’s what we’re getting into with the dynamic duo Jayson and Dushy...

Let’s Do It Scared! | It’s Related, I Promise 05.07.2024

When’s the last time you did something that scared you? Like quitting a job? Speaking up in a public setting? Or maybe even asking someone out? 👀😅 We’re sharing our moments in this episode and would really love to hear yours! Leave us a comment 👇🏾 00:00 Just The Two Of Us 05:01 What Caught Your Attention 13:32 Doing It Scared 36:27 Self Confidence vs Self Efficacy 53:10 Sharon's Testimony...

The Audacity of a White Man || Navigating a Career in Corporate 07.06.2024

Today’s episode is all about the corporate advice we’d give our 23/24 year old selves. The real advice! How do we balance it all? Should we even have to? Managing our shego’s and doing things afraid! Also Fingo has launched interest earning savings accounts earning up to 15% annually on your savings and virtual Visa cards for safe online shopping. First 10 people to sign up and open an account usi...

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