The Beginner's Mindset Living Room Podcast

In this episode, Malcom gives an insight into his unique position as not only an art student but a Chair of the school council. He reflects upon leadership, collaboration and balance. Malcom Wamunza is a 23-year-old from Tanzania pursuing Bachelor's degree in Arts in The Hague, NL. ~ Music by:  Alberto Baldan Bembo - Linda Yehezkel Ras - Before You Left Fugazi - I'm So Tired Nick Hakim - C...

In this first of the 2 part episode, MwanaKIPAYA is engaged as a guest on the podcast that is hosted by Layal and co-hosted by Abdulrahim. Taki Mussa aka MwanaKipaya is a citizen of the world with his roots from Tanzania and currently living in The Hague, NL. Layal Srouji is a Palestinian artist and designer who currently works at Independent Art Fair. Her work often references themes of archiving...

In this first episode of Season 4, MwanaKIPAYA engages in a conversation with Jillissa & Kamal and delves into different aspects of young adulthood and the genesis of Vibes record label. Jillissa Fox is a Tanzanian student currently based in The Hague, NL and the founder of Vibes record label (@vibescentral). She has so much love for learning, discovering new things and is always curious about...

In this episode, your host MwanaKIPAYA invites his guests to reflect on their experiences of being part of the podcast. He also outlines changes that are coming in Season 4 and expresses his Season's greetings to his audience and previous guests. ~ Music by: Ahimba - Kilimanjaro Morogoro Jazz Band - Livu Sade - Pearls  ~ If you would like to feature as a guest on the Podcast, please contact m...

In this 2 part episode, your host MwanaKIPAYA, engages in a conversation with his guest Layal to explore the lessons she has learned from her grandparents and the importance of archiving and documenting. Layal Srouji is a Palestinian artist and designer based in New York City. In her own practice she works with fibres and textile design, and also works with other artists and galleries in the field...

In this 2 part episode, your host MwanaKIPAYA, engages in a conversation with his guest Layal to explore the lessons she has learned from her grandparents and the importance of archiving and documenting. Layal Srouji is a Palestinian artist and designer based in New York City. In her own practice she works with fibres and textile design, and also works with other artists and galleries in the field...

In this two-part episode, your host MwanaKIPAYA engages in a conversation with Malcom Wamunza who tells the story of his journey between 2016-2022 and the life lessons that came and continue to occur as he creates the foundation of his life and career. Malcom Wamunza is a 22-year-old art enthusiast from Dar Es Salaam. He has lived in Tanzania for the first 16 years then moved to the Netherlands an...

In this 2nd episode of Season 3, your host, MwanaKIPAYA explores the meaning and significance of "Community" through the lens of upbringing  Axelle and Tara, his guests on the podcast.  Axelle Marie is a 22-year-old Master’s student. She currently resides in the Netherlands, which is where she grew up for most of her life. However, she is born Ivorian and lived in Tanzania in the early 2...

In this episode, MwanaKIPAYA conveys his end of the year wishes to his audience and previous guests. He also makes some final remarks to mark the end of Season 2. ~ Music by:  Ahimba - Kilimanjaro Ezra Collective - More than A Hustler (ft Novelist) Morogoro Jazz Band- Livu ~ If you would like to feature as a guest on the Podcast, please contact me at thebeginnersmindset@gmail.com ~ Podcast Pr...

In this episode, your host, MwanaKIPAYA, welcomes you to listen to reflections and thoughts from previous guests and some of the podcast's listeners to celebrate the 1st anniversary of the podcast. The episode is split into 2 series, with the first one containing reflections from previous guests and the second one collating thoughts from the podcast's listeners. ~ Music by: Ahimba - Kilimanjaro Ez...

In this episode, MwanaKIPAYA engages in a conversation with Maja and explore key milestones of Maja's life and her great interest in different types and aspects of arts. Maja K Klimt was born in Bavaria, Germany and continuously works on deepening her skills and connections with others. Maja is currently doing her MA in Arts Administration and Cultural Policy at Goldsmith University in London. Mus...

In this episode, MwanaKIPAYA engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Abdulrahim, his son and guest to the podcast on topics of decision making and success. Abdulrahim Mussa is a student with aspirations in music composition ~ Music by: Grizzly Bear - Ready, Able Bauhaus - All We Ever Wanted Broadcast - Unchanging Window Radiohead - Exit Music (For A Film) Morogoro Jazz Band- Livu ~ If you...

In this episode, Mwanakipaya moderates an engaging panel discussion between Pete, Shah and Eli on "what does friendship mean to you"?  Elisha Tawe (Eli) is an audiovisual artist, co-founder of GRAY417c and Culture editor at Africa 2.O Magazine." Shahnur Hussain known by his stage name “SHTHAKID” is a recording artist from Newham, London. He is currently gearing up to release his latest body o...

In this episode,MwanaKIPAYA speaks to his guests and the audience on the celebration of the first anniversary of the BM Living room podcast. ~ Music by: Ahimba-Kilimanjaro Stan Getz, João Gilberto, Astrud Gilberto -The Girl From Ipanema ~ If you would like to feature as a guest on the Podcast, please contact me at thebeginnersmindset@gmail.com. ~ Podcast Produced by Mohamed Mussa  

In this panel discussion, MwanaKIPAYA moderates an engaging panel discussion between Iris and Stella on family and chosen family. Iris Choo is a first-generation Korean American living in Massachusetts with her family. She is currently pursuing her Master's degree in Cybersecurity at Boston University and hopes to receive a doctorate soon after. Stella VOMB, a2nd generation New Yorker and global c...

In this 2 part series, Mwanakipaya moderates an engaging panel discussion between Layal and Giampiero on "Are we the product of our decisions?". Giampiero Morrico is a garden enthusiast who enjoys culinary adventures whilst residing in South Africa, and Layal Srouji is an artist and curator working in New York City, USA. ~ Music by: Morogoro Jazz Band- Livu Joe Cuba Sextet-Bang Bang ! Stan Getz, J...

In this 2 part series, MwanaKIPAYA moderates an engaging panel discussion between Layal and Giampiero on "Are we the product of our decisions?".Giampiero Morrico is a garden enthusiast who enjoys culinary adventures whilst residing in South Africa, and Layal Srouji is an artist and curator working in New York City, USA. ~ Music by- Mount Kimbe- You Took Your Time (ft King Krule) Ryuichi Sakamoto-...

In this 2 part-series episode, MwanaKIPAYA invites you to explore the inspirational journey of Noel's life, featured by his strong sense of determination and resilience from the humble beginnings in Dodoma and Morogoro, Tanzania to where he is today. Noel Mzungu is a Geologist and an Environmentalist originally from Tanzania, who joined the M.Sc. program in Risk Management at the University of Cot...

In this episode,MwanaKIPAYA updates his audience on the progress and changes related to Season 2 of the podcast. ~ Music by:  Ahimba-Kilimanjaro Morogoro Jazz Band- Livu ~ If you would like to feature as a guest on the Podcast, please contact me at thebeginnersmindset@gmail.com. ~ Podcast Produced by Mohamed Mussa

In this episode, MwanaKIPAYA welcomes you to a 2 part series of conversation that delves into major aspects of Jackie's journey of life. Jackie Zeller is an artist who uses papermaking, bookmaking, pinhole photography, quiltmaking, performance, video, and food in their work. They are soon graduating from an Italian Studies program in New York and will be launching their nascent Momentist movement...

In this episode, MwanaKIPAYA welcomes you to a 2 part series of conversation that delves into major aspects of Jackie's journey of life. Jackie Zeller is an artist who uses papermaking, bookmaking, pinhole photography, quiltmaking, performance, video, and food in their work. They are soon graduating from an Italian Studies program in New York and will be launching their nascent Momentist movement...

In this episode, MwanaKIPAYA invites you to explore  Nick's life experience with the focus on music and living with restrictions under Covid. Nick is a 23-year-old music graduate and is currently living in the southwest of England. He is a guitarist, producer and songwriter and is hoping to release music available to stream soon.  ~ Music by:  Ahimba-Kilimanjaro Morogoro Jazz Band-...

In this episode,  MwanyaKIPAYA invites you to a conversation in which he explores Stella's unique journey of life from New York to Rome and how it has shaped her perspective on family, energy and creativity. Stella VOMB, a second-generation New Yorker and a global citizen living in Rome and working as a stylist, vintage reseller, Events Planner, Amateur DJ and creative freelancer. She graduat...

In this second part of the series of the dinner table conversation,MwanaKIPAYA continues the conversation with his children. In this episode,his children ask him questions on different aspects of the Beginner's Mindset Living Room Podcast.  ~ Music by: Ahimba-Kilimanjaro Bagamoyo Players & Mradi Group -Afrika Hashima Bin Kilamata with Nyamwezi Men -Wachezalada Wabyozakulya Morogoro Jazz B...

In this first of the 2 part series episode of Season 2, Mwanakipaya engages into a reflective dialogue with his children. The conversation delves into the impact that events from the year  2020 had into their lives.  ~ Music by: Ahimba-Kilimanjaro Bagamoyo Players & Mradi Group -Afrika Hashima Bin Kilamata with Nyamwezi Men -Wachezalada Wabyozakulya Morogoro Jazz Band- Livu Morogoro...