Moxie Uncut

In this week's episode, I sit down with Myriam Sidibe, founder of Brands on a Mission and former corporate social mission lead, for an inspiring conversation about driving purpose, scaling social impact, and navigating career resets. From her early work building water and sanitation systems in refugee camps to scaling global hygiene campaigns reaching over a billion people, Myriam shares how align...

In this week's episode, I sit down with food relationship coach and Rapid Transformational Therapist, Jaini, for an insightful conversation about health transformations, mental reframing, and self-love. From transitioning out of corporate law to addressing the root causes of anxiety and gut health, Jaini reveals how subconscious rewiring, embracing career pivots, and prioritizing intentional rest...

In this week's episode, I sit down with industrial designer, innovator, and founder of Nairobi Design Week, Adrian Jankowiak, for a deep dive into career shifts, human-centered design, and leadership evolution. From designing consumer goods and sanitation systems across the globe to creating a vibrant creative platform in East Africa, Adrian shares how continuous prototyping, managing team stress,...

In this episode, I sit down with human rights lawyer and cyanotype artist Elizabeth Ashamu Deng to discuss her personal and professional journey through grief, career shifts, and finding a renewed sense of purpose. Key Resets: 00:00 – Overview of Reset 09:40 – The Forced Reset 10:08 – Reframing Voice & Finding Freedom 13:33 – Embracing 'Don't Wait 22:53 – Listening to the Body Over Hustle Connect...

In this episode of Moxie Uncut, beauty entrepreneur and pioneer Suzie Wokabi shares her powerful reset journey- from launching Kenya's first homegrown makeup brand to navigating the complex identity shifts and creative frictions of a corporate acquisition. When her long-term relationship with her original business model transformed into employment, Suzie adapted. She balanced the emotional realiti...

In this episode of Moxie Uncut, creative entrepreneur James Njoroge shares his powerful reset journey - from a celebrated museum exhibition to financial rock bottom, a family medical crisis, and the loss of a stable income. When his old business model stopped working, James adapted. He turned an unexpected opportunity into a live caricature business, pivoted online during COVID-19, and ultimately...

In this episode of the Moxie Uncut's Reset Season, I sit down with entrepreneur, community builder, and podcaster Violette Wambua, founder and CEO of Networking in Heels Africa. Violette shares her unconventional entrepreneurial journey- from a cleaning services business and an accidental community event in 2011 to navigating career pivots across tech and beauty, business dry spells, and a seven-y...

In this episode of Moxie Uncut's Reset Series, I sit down with Tatiana Teixeira, the biologist and former dancer turned creative director behind the sustainable fashion brand, AfroWema. Tatiana shares her transformative journey from volunteering in the Kibera slum to building a globally recognized high-fashion brand that prioritizes social impact and creative excellence. Key Takeaways • 00:00 - De...

On this episode of Moxie Uncut, Pinky Ghelani, media personality and founder of What Women Want Africa, shares what it really takes to let go of a familiar identity and build a life with purpose. From leaving a successful radio career to navigating motherhood, entrepreneurship, and personal reinvention, Pinky opens up about embracing discomfort, redefining success, and why failure is often the fou...

This week on Moxie Uncut, we delve into the transformative power of aligning career with true conviction. Join me in a soulful dialogue with Sham, the visionary behind Travel for Purpose, as she recounts her departure from a high-rise corporate life in the UK to pioneer ethical tourism in Kenya. Sham discusses the profound personal recalibration required when facing severe health challenges and th...

What does it mean to truly prune your life so you can grow? In this episode of Moxie Uncut, Kevin Mbogho, Head of Strategic Operations & Sustainability at Imani Collective, shares his journey from veterinary assistant and anthropology student to building teams, systems, and impact through faith-led leadership. We talk about why a reset isn't failure—it's often the refinement and realignment needed...

This week on Moxie Uncut, we explore the power of intentional shifts. Join me in conversation with Danielle Anderson, business coach and strategy consultant, as she shares why a "reset" isn't failure, but refinement. From transitioning a successful networking club to navigating the profound shifts of motherhood, Danielle opens up about the intentional shifts in business, leadership, and personal c...

This week on Moxie Uncut, we explore the power of intentional shifts. Join me in conversation with Francis, founder of the school feeding program Cup of Uji, as he shares why a "reset" isn't failure, but refinement. From leaving a teaching career to scale a program feeding 17,000 children daily, Francis opens up about the intentional shifts in business, leadership, and faith that shaped a more mea...

On this episode of Moxie Uncut, we explore the power of rebuilding with wisdom. Join me in conversation with Mariam, founder of sustainable fashion brand Mariam Couture, as she shares why a "reset" isn't failure, but refinement. From leaving teaching to transforming her thriving business into a slow-fashion brand, Mariam opens up about the intentional shifts in business, health, and faith that sha...

In this powerful episode of Moxie Uncut, I sit down with Abdirahman, founder of Nyali CrossFit Mombasa, to unpack the life-altering reset that changed his entire trajectory. After battling kidney failure and enduring four years of dialysis, Abdi received a life-saving kidney transplant from a close friend at the onset of the 2019 pandemic. That second chance forced him to rethink everything — from...

In this episode of Moxie Uncut, Nikole, co-founder of the Tembea na Rehema Foundation, reflects on navigating major life transitions and anchoring identity in faith. She shares her journey from moving to Kenya at 17 to balancing motherhood, academic work, and leadership in maternal and child health, highlighting how internal refinement and patience shape a meaningful "reset." The conversation expl...

In this episode, I sit down with entrepreneur Dan Mugami, CEO & Founder of Dankiz Arts and Creations Ltd, to discuss the reality of business pivots, the courage to diversify, and the wisdom found in starting small. Dan shares his journey from the t-shirt industry to becoming a leader in construction, manufacturing, and logistics. This conversation is for anyone navigating a season of refinement or...

In this episode of Moxie Uncut, Dr. Swabra, an obstetrician- gynecologist and fertility specialist, shares how a life-changing health scare pushed her to rebuild her life through small daily changes, discipline, and intentional priorities. From juggling motherhood and medicine to embracing vulnerability and growth, this conversation is a powerful reminder that transformation begins within.   Big T...

In a fast-moving world that glorifies quick action and visible outcomes, this episode is an invitation to slow down. Not every idea is meant to be launched the moment it arrives. Some ideas are sacred seeds—meant to be nurtured, developed, and matured over time. Today we talk about trusting God's timing, practicing discernment, and being faithful stewards of the ideas we've been entrusted with.  ...

This episode kicks off the month of Faith and Trust by exploring what it means to walk in obedience even when it's uncomfortable. So often, the right path isn't the easiest—it's the one that asks something deeper from us. The courage to trust God through the hard things can be what refines and matures us. This conversation is an honest look at how faith grows in the tension between comfort and cal...

Letting go doesn't always feel brave. Most of the time, it feels like failure, or fear, or loss. But this week, we're flipping the script. In this final episode of our Courage + Change series, we're talking about how letting go might actually be the most courageous thing you can do. Whether it's a title, a plan, or just the need to have it all figured out. What if loosening your grip is the first...

Real change doesn't happen in isolation. It's built in community and fueled by small, intentional steps. What I have learned in my journey is that courage rarely feels comfortable, but it grows as we move. If you've ever waited for clarity, or felt stuck in fear, I want this episode to be a  reminder that courage is built in motion. Let's talk about what it means to step forward, even when your vo...

This week, we're exploring something we don't talk about enough when it comes to courage and change- wonder. Not the fluffy kind, but the kind that invites you to ask bold questions. The kind that makes you stop spectating and start showing up. Wonder isn't soft. It's powerful. It awakens vision, stirs courage, and calls you to participate in change. Let's ask better questions. Let's imagine somet...