That's What She Said! Vodcast

Sis… can we talk? Sex is everywhere — in the music, the memes, the movies. But when it comes to  actually  talking about it? It’s still whispers, awkward silences, and way too much guesswork. From the gaps in sex ed to the pressure to perform, to reclaiming pleasure as a right (not a reward) — we’re unlearning, unpacking, and saying it all. No filters. No shame. Just real talk. If you’ve ever felt...

Sis… can we talk? Sex is everywhere — in the music, the memes, the movies. But when it comes to  actually  talking about it? It’s still whispers, awkward silences, and way too much guesswork. From the gaps in sex ed to the pressure to perform, to reclaiming pleasure as a right (not a reward) — we’re unlearning, unpacking, and saying it all. No filters. No shame. Just real talk. If you’ve ever felt...

We live in a patriarchal society—and the thing about patriarchy? It eats its own children. It protects abusers, and punishes survivors. It teaches us to be quiet, to endure, and to blame ourselves when things go wrong. In this episode, we sit down with Njeri Migwi founder Usikimye to unpack how deeply this system runs—from the way we silence survivors, to how we excuse violent men as “good guys wh...

LET'S BE REAL GUYS....We need to talk... About the questions that come before compassion. About the whispered judgments. About how survivors become suspects in their own stories. In this episode, we unpack the toxic culture of victim blaming—why it persists, how it silences women, and what it means to finally believe survivors without conditions. Because the truth is: women don’t get assaulted...

You don’t need therapy, you need prayers.” “It’s not depression, it’s demons.” Sound familiar? In this powerful, unfiltered episode of  That’s What She Said , we’re holding a mirror to the cultural silence and shame around mental health. We’re unpacking the emotional trauma passed down through generations, the pressure to always be “the strong one,” and how religion is often used to replace — inst...

You don’t need therapy, you need prayers.” “It’s not depression, it’s demons.” Sound familiar? In this powerful, unfiltered episode of  That’s What She Said , we’re holding a mirror to the cultural silence and shame around mental health. We’re unpacking the emotional trauma passed down through generations, the pressure to always be “the strong one,” and how religion is often used to replace — inst...

This week on  That’s What She Said , we sit down with popular Kenyan influencer  Lydia Wanjiru , who opens up like never before. In a world where women’s bodies are constantly policed, praised, and picked apart — Lydia shares her raw and deeply personal journey with  body image, bullying, and her decision to get on Ozempic  after years of struggling in silence.

From  rangi ya thao  to mkorogo creams, skinny teas, and snatched waists — today’s beauty standards are wild, expensive, and sometimes even dangerous.  We’re asking the uncomfortable questions: Why are we still bleaching in 2025? Would you still want a BBL if men weren’t watching? Can you be “that girl” without changing yourself? It’s real, it’s raw, it’s personal — and it’s the conversation we al...

This week on  That’s What She Said , we sit down with popular Kenyan influencer  Lydia Wanjiru , who opens up like never before. In a world where women’s bodies are constantly policed, praised, and picked apart — Lydia shares her raw and deeply personal journey with  body image, bullying, and her decision to get on Ozempic  after years of struggling in silence.

From  rangi ya thao  to mkorogo creams, skinny teas, and snatched waists — today’s beauty standards are wild, expensive, and sometimes even dangerous.  We’re asking the uncomfortable questions: Why are we still bleaching in 2025? Would you still want a BBL if men weren’t watching? Can you be “that girl” without changing yourself? It’s real, it’s raw, it’s personal — and it’s the conversation we al...

We live in a patriarchal society—and the thing about patriarchy?  It eats its own children. It protects abusers, and punishes survivors. It teaches us to be quiet, to endure, and to blame ourselves when things go wrong. In this episode, we sit down with  Njeri Migwi  founder  Usikimye  to unpack how deeply this system runs—from the way we silence survivors, to how we excuse violent men as “good gu...

LET'S BE REAL GUYS....We need to talk.. . About the questions that come before compassion. About the whispered judgments. About how survivors become suspects in their own stories. In this episode, we unpack the toxic culture of victim blaming—why it persists, how it silences women, and what it means to finally believe survivors without conditions. Because the truth is: women don’t get assaulted be...

In this powerful final part of the episode, we sit down with  Dr. Stella Bosire  to explore the deep-rooted cultural and religious beliefs that make women feel ashamed for making informed choices about their bodies. Why is it so hard to talk about reproductive health in African households? And what happens when culture starts controlling care? From maternal health to policy gaps and personal stori...

Sis… who lied to us?! We’re breaking down all the contraceptive myths that STILL shape how women protect themselves — or don’t. From “the pill makes you infertile” to “condoms ruin the vibe” and everything in between, we unpack why so many of us are scared of contraception and left to figure it out alone. It’s messy. It’s real. It’s the truth we wish we learned earlier.

When is the right time to talk about sex with teens? Why do so many girls feel clueless? And why are we STILL more scared of a baby than an infection? Let’s be honest... Most of us were raised hearing “don’t get pregnant” — but no one ever talked about STIs, pleasure, or protection that actually works. In this part we’re getting into the fear, confusion, and shame that surrounds sex, pregnancy, an...

In this powerful final part of the episode, we sit down with  Dr. Stella Bosire  to explore the deep-rooted cultural and religious beliefs that make women feel ashamed for making informed choices about their bodies. Why is it so hard to talk about reproductive health in African households? And what happens when culture starts controlling care? From maternal health to policy gaps and personal stori...

When is the right time to talk about sex with teens? Why do so many girls feel clueless? And why are we STILL more scared of a baby than an infection? Let’s be honest... Most of us were raised hearing “don’t get pregnant” — but no one ever talked about STIs, pleasure, or protection that actually works. In this part we’re getting into the fear, confusion, and shame that surrounds sex, pregnancy, an...

Sis… who lied to us?! We’re breaking down all the contraceptive myths that STILL shape how women protect themselves — or don’t. From “the pill makes you infertile” to “condoms ruin the vibe” and everything in between, we unpack why so many of us are scared of contraception and left to figure it out alone. It’s messy. It’s real. It’s the truth we wish we learned earlier.

What does it mean to raise your voice in a world that keeps telling you to whisper? Janet Mbugua joins us for a powerful conversation on shame, silence, and why women speaking up about their bodies isn’t just brave — it’s necessary. If you’ve ever felt alone in your health journey, this part is for you. Your voice matters. Now more than ever. 

From being told to ‘keep it together’ to being blamed for our own pain, society loves to shame women into silence. But not here. We’re talking  real talk  on reproductive health, gender roles, and whether expecting women to cook and clean in 2025 is giving delulu. ”

Wait, WHAT?! This episode gets real real FAST! Did you know that lying down to give birth  wasn’t even our idea ? In this part, we’re diving deep into the colonial myths, medical half-truths, and harmful ideas that have shaped how women are treated in hospitals and homes across Africa. Birth control, reproductive rights, and the question we  should  be asking: who gets to decide what happens to ou...

What does it mean to raise your voice in a world that keeps telling you to whisper? Janet Mbugua joins us for a powerful conversation on shame, silence, and why women speaking up about their bodies isn’t just brave — it’s necessary. If you’ve ever felt alone in your health journey, this part is for you. Your voice matters. Now more than ever. 

From being told to ‘keep it together’ to being blamed for our own pain, society loves to shame women into silence. But not here. We’re talking  real talk  on reproductive health, gender roles, and whether expecting women to cook and clean in 2025 is giving delulu. ”

“Wait, WHAT?! This episode gets real real FAST! Did you know that lying down to give birth  wasn’t even our idea ? In this part, we’re diving deep into the colonial myths, medical half-truths, and harmful ideas that have shaped how women are treated in hospitals and homes across Africa. Birth control, reproductive rights, and the question we  should  be asking: who gets to decide what happens to o...

Imagine if growing food was the next big trend, and farmers were the new celebrities. How would that change the world? Join Zulaikha Patel as we explore the future of farming with Hope Laura, and Wangari Kuria. as they discuss redefining agriculture, from sustainable urban gardening to tech-driven solutions. Discover how young women can inspire communities, empower women and youth, and lead the ch...