THE BAOBAB

The BAOBAB

Arts EN ↓ 185 episodes

Appreciating art , music, African Literature and everything in between🙂

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THE BAOBAB

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Arts

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Latest episode

Jun 15, 2026

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Episodes

A book review : The Visit written by Chimamanda Ngozie Adichie 10.10.2022

Obinna wishes Eze could leave because he had told him the truth and dug out some truths that he had buried. In this episode, I review The Visit written by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie. If you are not a fan of the other books written by Chimamanda you will surely love this one. The story is told through the eyes of a man.

A book review: The Maestro, The Magistrate and The Mathematician by Tendai Huchu 05.10.2022

Hello, in this episode I review the book written by Tendai Huchu. Some of the themes include family, death, emigration.

Take one day at a time 19.09.2022

In this episode, I talk about one should be always kind to themselves. This week's episode by inspired by Tatenda nhema who is an mental health activitist.

Choosing the right career path 07.09.2022

In this episode, I talk about the mistakes family members usually make when helping their children or siblings choose a career path. Sometimes fear imprisons us not to live our dreams but you should never give up. Keep trying!

Why positive affirmations? 23.08.2022

In this episode, I talk about positive affirmations. Positive affirmations help us to see life differently. It is high time we say goodbye to negativity and allow ourselves to be surrounded by positivity.

Do it for yourself 17.08.2022

In this episode I talk about how people should take part in activities that make them happy and avoid pleqsing other people

I'm still here 11.07.2022

In this episode, I give a life update of what happened to me in June. I share some of my happy moments and sad moments.

Music as a storytelling tool 30.05.2022

In this episode, I talk about how music can be used to tell an African story.

Don't run, face the situation 17.05.2022

In this episode, I talk about how an individual needs to face the situation and not ignore their feelings. In most situations, people choose to ignore their feelings and emotions. It is okay to express your emotions and feelings.

Live your best life-Lessons from who will cry when you die 03.05.2022

In this episode, I review Robin Sharma's book titled the Who will cry when you die. I talk about some of the lessons that I could relate to.

Let's go to Europe 27.04.2022

In this episode, I review three songs that have been helpful during the difficult and trying times in my life.

Book appreciation week: Appearances or Not 11.04.2022

It's never too late to review a good book! In this episode, I review Audrey Chirenje's book titled Appearances or Not. Two people from different worlds meet and fall in love but that's not all. Make sure you get your copy and see how the story ends.

Music appreciation week-Mateo and friends 30.03.2022

In this episode, I talk a walk down memory lane to the time when Matthew(Mateo) Kawunda, Willom Tight and Patience Musa were the voices behind Mateo and Friends. A time was Mateo and Friends' music made a lot of people smile, laugh and appreciate our Shona language. The songs and the messages are still relevant in the 21st century. The songs surely take you back to a time or a person.

Starting all over again 16.03.2022

I this episode I talk about how change might be scary but in some cases it is the right thing to do.

Book appreciation week: This is me the Metarmophosis of Ayo 07.03.2022

In this episode I review Patricia Opio's book as she shares some of her personal experiences.

Dear creatives, believe in your craft 26.01.2022

In this episode, I talk about how a creative should believe in their work and never give up on something that they love.

What should you do in 2022 18.01.2022

In this episode, I share some of the ideas that one can use throughout the year when one are stressed or struggling to cope. These ideas do not need a lot of money but they encourage an individual to be kind to themselves

African Literature is fascinating 03.01.2022

Happy 2022🖤 In this episode I share the reasons why I love reading African Literature. I managed to read 24novels in 2021, looking forward to reading more novels this year😃.

Lessons from a child 20.12.2021

In this episode, I talk about the lessons that we can learn from a child and how we can apply them in our adult life

Are you okay? 14.12.2021

In this episode, I talk about how the festive holidays might not be a happy season for someone. There are different reasons why some people might be dreading the festive holidays and this is why we should be kind to the next person. Let us be kind and not expect the response I am fine, allow the next person to share how they are feeling and not judge them. PS the last quote which reads "No matter...

Book appreciation week -These things 06.12.2021

In this episode, I review a poetry book titled These things written by Elizabeth Awori from Uganda. When I read this poetry collection it felt like the author wrote this book with me in mind. The book has got various themes which include love, heartbreaks, mental health etc

There are two sides to every story 30.11.2021

In this episode, I talk about some of the songs that I fell in love with over again. This is because I got to know the story behind the composition of a song and so many other things.

Make some noise: The Baobab is back 22.11.2021

I have been on a break for the past two weeks. I took the break for several reasons that I will talk about in this episode. Self-care isn't selfish!

A review-The polygamist 01.11.2021

In this episode, I review The Polygamist written by Sue Nyathi. I talk about my favourite characters and the characters I didn't like. The story is also applicable in many societies

Going down memory lane-Urban grooves 25.10.2021

In this episode, I take a walk down memory lane and talk about some of the songs I fell in love with (Urban grooves). #KuChamhembe😊

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