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Authentic conversations by an African millennial girl - Vanessa Kimoro - sharing her thoughts, laughs, experiences and conversations inspired by her love for God, people and all round good vibes.

Vanessa Kimoro


    • May 21, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 24m AVG DURATION
    • 37 EPISODES


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    Sn 3 | Ep. 10 : Self-esteem series | Let's talk about our bodies

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2021 13:49


    As I continue to cover self-esteem this month, I talk touch on body positivity. How is your relationship with your body and health? Do people's opinions matter that much? Have a listen as I share my thoughts on this. Enjoy & share! I'd like to hear from you: Instagram: @vanessakimoro Facebook: An African Millennial Podcast by Vanessa Kimoro

    Sn 3 | Ep. 9: Self-esteem series | Validation

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2021 10:54


    In light of Mental health awareness month this May, I have decided to do a series on Self-esteem. Sharing stories of courage and overcoming to show up despite life's challenges. In this episode, I share my thoughts on how our self-esteem can be tied to how we are validated and why that needs to change to having self-worth that is intrinsic. Have a listen and share! Connect with me too. Instagram: @vanessakimoro Facebook: An African Millennial by Vanessa Kimoro

    Sn 3 | Ep.8: Let's talk bullying featuring Dr. Stephanie Wakaba

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2021 35:56


    Hey there! In this episode, I get to talk to Dr Stephanie Wakaba about bullying. A pediatrician in training, this topic came about when she was asking her audience how they can address bullying, when her daughter was being treated unfairly on the playground. We chat together about what can be done different for children, the impact of bullying on adults as well and how we can be part of community that can change this behaviour in our homes, schools and offices. Listen, enjoy and share! Connect with us: Instagram: Vanessa Kimoro @vanessakimoro Dr. Stephanie Wakaba @toto_talk Facebook: An African Millennial Podcast by Vanessa Kimoro

    Sn 3 | Ep. 7: Self-check In | How are you doing?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2021 11:43


    Do you check in on yourself? How are you doing physically, spiritually, mentally, emotionally and financially? I discuss this and more. Listen, learn and share!

    Sn 3 | Ep. 6: Let's talk about Imposter Syndrome | Instagram Live with Christine Amira

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2021 64:20


    Have you ever felt inadequate to step up to a certain position or question yourself if you are qualified enough to have the position you hold? In this episode, my friend Christine Amira, host of the Women Today Show hosts me as we talk about what Imposter Syndrome is, our experiences in it and how to overcome. Listen, enjoy and share! Connect with us via social media: Me: Instagram: @vanessakimoro Facebook: An African Millennial by Vanessa Kimoro Christine: Instagram: @womentodayshow Facebook: @womentoday

    Sn 3 | Ep. 5: The Wait

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2021 15:06


    Are you in a place of transition wondering when your answered prayer will come through? I share my thoughts on what we can do as we wait and hope, even things seem to be falling apart. Enjoy and share! Instagram: @vanessakimoro Facebook: An African Millennial by Vanessa Kimoro

    Sn 3 | Ep. 4: 4 lessons from my 20s

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2021 19:50


    As I turned 30 this past week, I've decided to share some lessons from experiences and mistakes I've made that can be hopefully meaningful to someone who needs some encouragement. Have a listen and share!

    Sn 3 | Ep. 3: Millennials in Business featuring William Nguru

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2021 27:53


    Hey there! In today's episode, I get to chat with William Nguru, Founder of Inclusion Media Ltd. He is a serial innovator and entrepreneur, having started his journey just 6 months out of college. He is passionate about challenging mindsets and is an Entrepreneurship World Cup 2019 Top 100 Finalist. He is also a member of GEN Starters. Today, we talk about his journey, the realities and lessons in business that we can all learn from. Listen, like and share! I would like to connect with you more. Reach out via this link: https://linktr.ee/vanessakimoro

    Sn 3 | Ep 2: Living courageously

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2021 13:34


    In this episode, I share my thoughts on what it means to live with courage and how taking risks, being true to ourselves, learning from failure and conquering our fears are catalysts for living courageously.

    SN 3 | EP 1: Instagram Live Q & A | Get to know me

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2021 38:24


    Hey there! Glad to be back for this new season and we get into it with an Instagram live Q&A where I got to connect and share with you guys. I get to share my workout regimen, hair tips and even how to find your purpose. Listen, enjoy and share!

    Sn 2 | Ep. 10: Be Different: Different is good.

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2020 3:59


    Hey there! In this episode, I share why we should all embrace our uniqueness and use it to be better and do better.

    Sn 2 | Ep. 9: How to build your Self- Confidence

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2020 9:05


    Hey good people! In this episode, I share my journey on growing my self confidence. From having it, to losing it and then re-building it. I share 4 steps needed to grow your confidence, that can be the accelerator to your next best adventure. Have a listen and share! I would love to connect with you. Catch me via: https://linktr.ee/vanessakimoro 

    Sn 2 | Ep. 8: Friendship Goals (Part 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2020 23:40


    Hey good people! In this episode, we pick up the conversation from the previous week on friendship. Kala, Amanda and Waitherero continue to share their growth in friendships, lessons and what they look forward to. Have a listen and share! I would love to connect with you. Catch me via: https://linktr.ee/vanessakimoro

    Sn 2 | Ep. 7: Friendship Goals (Part 1)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2020 21:20


    Friendship is a big part of having a fulfilled life. In this episode, I have a great conversation with Kala Abuodha, Amanda Namayi and Waitherero Githu on friendship. We talk about: - What friendship means to us. -Our most amazing and hurtful friendship experiences -Dealing with jealousy or friendship -Friendship break ups -Growing to be a better friend Have a listen, enjoy and share!

    Sn 2 | Ep. 6: How to heal your body through food with Doreen Radak

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2020 33:47


    Hey there! In this episode, I have an insightful conversation with Doreen Radak on how we can heal our bodies through food and lifestyle change. A seasoned medical professional in pharmacy with over 20 years experience, Doreen shares her story of administering medication to patients and now consulting on functional medicine as an alternative to healing. Her 5 principles of health (detoxifying the colon, detoxifying the blood, maintaining an alkaline environment in the body, weight maintenance and good nourishment) are the cornerstones to her success. Enjoy, listen and share!

    Sn 2 | Ep 5.: How your words create your reality

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2020 7:48


    In this episode I share my thoughts and experience on how the words we speak over lives create the outcomes we receive. There is power in what we say! Listen, enjoy and share!

    Sn 2 | Ep 4: Guard your heart featuring Waitherero Githu

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2020 20:01


    Hey! In this episode I chat with my amazing friend Waitherero Githu on guarding your heart. We reflect on what it means to guard ones heart. We chat on why its important to be aware of your environment, the people around you and what you expose yourself to, given that all these add to your peace of mind. We also talk about the 'cancelling' culture we have observed that comes with some challenges and discuss how to maintain a healthy balance. Have a listen, enjoy and share!

    Sn 2 | Ep. 3 : Finding your Why? with Joanne Muturi

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2020 45:07


    In this episode, I get to talk to Joanne Muturi, a life purpose coach and business mentor for women who are stuck and need a life makeover. We talk about what life purpose is, how to identify it and how to make it meaningful in your life. Have a listen, enjoy and share!

    Sn 2 | Ep. 2: Natural Healing for my autoimmune condition | My regimen | Lessons learnt | Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2020 20:52


    Hey guys! In this episode, I continue to share my story of recovery, the foods I ate and avoided, lifestyle changes and other tips and tricks. Also, I share lessons learnt like patience that apply to every facet of life. Enjoy and share! Available on YouTube too! Look out for Vanessa Kimoro.

    Sn 2 | Ep. 1: Natural Healing for my autoimmune condition | No medication | A story of faith and hope | Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2020 21:00


    Hey good people! We are back and this season we start with my personal story of overcoming and managing my autoimmune condition through natural healing. A year and a half ago, my life changed when I was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis. But it turns out to be the best thing that happened to me. My life turned to both physical and emotional healing. Crazy as it sounds, I refused medication and armored with faith, went on a journey to heal myself. There is an amazing end to this story! Have a listen and share! 

    Sn 1 | Ep. 17: Self-love

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2019 15:47


    As I close my first season of the podcast, I contemplate on self love and what that means for me. It is really important to understand it, so that we can love the people around us with the best version of ourselves. Purpose, values, wholeness, compassion and treating yourself well stand out most to me, what are yours? Have a listen and enjoy! May you have a Christmas season be full love, fun and joy!!

    Sn 1 | Ep. 16:Where's your mind at? Featuring Dayan Masinde

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2019 50:47


    Hey good people! With life moving as fast as it does, do we take a moment to check how we are doing? Are you lucky enough to be living in your purpose or trudging day by day hoping for the future to be better? In this week's episode, I get to speak with Dayan Masinde, a renowned relationship and marriage counsellor on matters concerning mental health. We delve into the reasons for the increasing depression and other mental health related issues; and the cycles of hurt we go through. We also talk about the importance of loving yourself and clarifying your personal values so that we can show up as the best version of ourselves. Have a listen and share! There is so much to learn in this conversation! Enjoy! If you require further guidance, feel free to contact Dayan on +254721590954. Podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Breaker, RadioPublic and Overcast.

    Sn 1 | Ep. 15: Becoming

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2019 11:33


    In this week's episode. I share my thoughts on the process of becoming and the story that each of us gets to create with the resolutions and actions we take. Have a listen and enjoy!

    Sn 1 | Ep. 14: Leading women featuring Esther Masese Waititu

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2019 29:57


    In this week's episode I get to chat with Esther Masese Waititu, an amazing and successful corporate banker. She serves as a regional senior corporate executive in the largest African bank, the Standard Bank Group, but most dear to her is her family. We get to talk about her journey , the art of balancing building a successful career, whilst managing a home; and tips and tricks of navigating the corporate ladder. Enjoy!

    Sn 1 | Ep 13: Self-leadership

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2019 22:53


    How many of us are guilty of dishing out advice that we ourselves do not take? Do we embody the values that we talk about? How can we be great  leaders in our spheres of influence if we don't lead ourselves? Charity starts at home, quite literally. I have understood that in order to be a great leader, one has to be great at leading themselves too. Attending 'The Global Leadership Summit' this past week not only further inspired this topic, but reinforced the need to understand oneself in order to lead others. In this episode, I delve into self-leadership and how embracing your difference, working on yourself and pursing with pure intentions can contribute to a positive leadership experience.  Have a listen and enjoy!

    Sn 1 | Ep. 12: 9 lessons I've learnt while pursuing business

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2019 26:12


    Entrepreneurship is an exciting, yet challenging experience. It encompasses so many emotions...from courage to fear, joy to disappointment, success to failure..It is literally the school of life. In it, your character, resilience and smarts are tested. In this week's episode, I share my own insights on my experience with it and my 9 biggest lessons so far which include: · The importance of the ‘why’ in what you choose to do · The importance of relationship building · Know your customer; observe the unsaid · The value of a good cash flow · Everything you think you know, you don’t · Failing forward is part of the process · Why self-belief should be your best friend · The art of discipline · The most important - Humility

    Sn 1 | Ep. 11: Perspective of an African millennial entrepreneur featuring Horesia Nyawade

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2019 60:03


    So what is the entrepreneurial journey for the African millennial? I believe everyone has their own story and unique experience. In this week's episode, I get to interview Horesia Nyawade, a Kenyan- born techpreneur based in Johannesburg, South Africa. She is the co-founder of VUUQA, an e-commerce retail platform that has keen interest on promoting and growing African brands.  We talk about the journey of joining this path, the highlights, challenges and lessons so far. What about the mental health of entrepreneurs and how self-belief is so vital? Impostor syndrome? What about pushing through with feminine energy and owning your space? Have a listen and enjoy!

    Sn 1 | Ep. 10: Perseverance

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2019 10:19


    How do you go about pushing through challenges to overcome and succeed? We often focus on the outcomes of accomplished stories, but what about the journey and the perseverance to achieve ones' desired hopes? In this week's episode, I share my thoughts on this and much more.. Enjoy!! 

    Sn 1 | Ep. 9: The Art of Surrender

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2019 18:46


    What do we understand by the term 'surrendering' and 'going with the flow'? How is it helpful and meaningful to us? In this week's episode, I delve into this concept and benefits of trusting the process. Enjoy!

    Sn 1 | Ep. 8: Healthy heart, healthy body

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2019 19:12


    Are you the kind of person where your emotions show up in your health? In this week's episode I delve into how the your physical health reflects your heart(emotional) health and how to heal from the inside out. I further go into how activities such as diet change, exercise, prayer and meditation can have a positive impact on your emotional health. For instance, how going plant-based for me has resulted in a lighter..(quite literally

    Sn 1 | Ep. 7: The orchestration of your life

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2019 13:29


    Have you ever wondered how all the experiences you have gone through have led you to exactly where you are meant to be? This week I explore this idea on the flow of life and how things comes together. Enjoy!

    Sn 1 | Ep. 6: A story of finding divine love, faith and living in purpose featuring Pastor Simon Mwangi(Part 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2019 25:54


    In this week's episode, we continue the conversation with Pastor Simon and delve into pursuing purpose. How we do we know what our purpose is? How can we align it with the work we do? How do our gifts or talents tie into living a life of purpose? What is the link between purpose, people and profit? Let's challenge ourselves and see how we can make a positive impact in our individual spheres of influence. 

    Sn 1 | Ep. 5: A story of finding divine love, faith and living in purpose featuring Pastor Simon Mwangi (Part 1)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2019 44:11


    Who is God for you? Do you believe he exists? I believe he does, but questions come up like why do bad things happen to good or innocent people if he exists? If God is love, why do we hurt? Also, how does he show up for you? Is it a relationship or based on a set of rules that one follows (religion)?In this episode I get to interview Pastor Simon Mwangi (associate pastor Parklands Baptist Church) and we talk about his journey of finding love in God, faith and living in purpose, while tackling some of questions above.

    Sn 1 | Ep. 4: Practicing gratitude

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2019 7:54


    What are you grateful for? How does gratitude feed into our lives? Listen in on what gratitude can do for us and how we can seek it out.

    Sn 1 | Ep. 3: My life changed when I released...

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2019 35:24


    Have you ever dealt with (or still dealing with) anxiety, fear, unmet expectations, unforgiveness, rejection and unintentional ambition? I believe it is absolutely human to experience these emotions. Inspired by a video I recently watched, we delve into these topics through my personal experience and how to release them in order to grow and thrive.  Here is the video link for further inspiration:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BF2mqj2Hwlk&t=2448s   Be inspired!

    Sn 1 | Ep. 2: Following your inner voice featuring Peter Gathua

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2019 38:00


    I believe all of us have that small inner voice guiding us on a day to day. For many it is intuition, for some its God's voice guiding you.. In any case, what is yours telling you? In this episode, my friend Peter Gathua (Gitz) shares his story of following his inner voice by quitting school, chasing the unknown and building a life in an unconventional way.

    Sn 1 | Ep. 1: Owning me, owning you featuring Waitherero Githu

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2019 29:46


    Life is full of so many unexpected twist and turns, but how do we stay true to ourselves with everything going on? My friend Theshie and I share our continuous journey of self-discovery and self acceptance.. Listen in!

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