Mantalk.ke

Are We The Uncs Now

19 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Oscar and Eli begin the year with a catch-up session on how they’ve been and the new steps that they’ve taken in discovering themselves in their 3...

What even was that year! Boxing Day Season Finale

26 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Six years deep and still evolving. We unpack the episodes that shook our thinking, the uncomfortable lessons that sharpened us, and the wins and misst...

Navigating Faith in a Modern World

19 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Mantalk, we’re joined by Sharon and Dora for an open and deeply honest conversation about faith, belief, and navigating life in t...

MANTALK.KE x MAINA MIND

12 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A poet, actor and all-round performer, Maina has epitomized what it means to speak truthfully, boldly and to express oneself absolutely, through each ...

ZIYA UNFILTERED - Masculinity, Faith and Online Bullying

20 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ziya Africa joins Mantalk.ke for one of the most honest conversations of the season ✨Once known as Muchiri Mike the comedian, Ziya talks about his r...

The reality of doing business in Kenya! With Miss Mandi & Maureen Bandari

14 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

When friendship meets ambition, the conversation hits different.Mandi and Maureen pull up with honesty, humour and the kind of gems you only share wit...

TMI X MANTALK REUNION | Folder X

30 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Mantalk.ke and the TMI Podcast finally give you their much awaited collaboration by opening up the super secret Folder X, a collection of Mantalk.ke’...

Gen Z Takeover

30 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Manhood is changing and Gen Z is leading the conversation.In this special takeover, young men share their truths about masculinity, emotions, and purp...

They Asked Us About Menstrual Cups… Here’s How It Went

30 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What happens when men talk about periods?In this powerful new episode of Mantalk Kenya, hosts Eli Mwenda and Oscar Koome sit down with Angela Waweru, ...

You’re Doing Great Buddy

30 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This one’s all about reflection, and friendship. In this episode, “You’re Doing Great, Buddy,” Eli and Oscar check in with each other and talk...

ENTREPRENEURSHIP ROUNDTABLE

12 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This isn’t just talk — it’s a masterclass in money, mindset, and modern business.In this episode of THEE Round Table, we sit with three incredib...

CRAFTED IN KENYA

16 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This one's for the creators, the dreamers and the ones building in silence.Polycarp and Winyo get candid on staying true to your craft and creatin...

IT WAS THE BEST OF TIMES!

12 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Eli and Oscar explore the ups and downs of their 20s. The fun times, the best times and the times that taught us the sweetest lessons.The nostalgia of...

The Money Mistakes we made and what we'd do differently

03 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we’re laying it all out: the mistakes we made, the lessons we learned, and the money moves we wish we had made sooner. Consider thi...

We Are Not Really Strangers P2

06 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Eli and Oscar are back with We’re Not Really Strangers, and this time, things got real. It’s been a minute since they last played, so they’re di...

Abel Mutua Unfiltered!

13 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We are proud to host Abel Mutua, Mantalk.ke’s most wanted guest! In this episode, Abel speaks to us in the most unfiltered version of himself. He sp...

Move Through Struggles, Inspire Growth, Nourish Dreams, Transform Failures – Kaz’s Mint Gym Story

06 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

From setbacks to success—Kaz, the founder of Mint Gym, shares his journey of resilience, business struggles, and finding purpose. Discover how Move,...

Just Keep Walking

16 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

After a year-long hiatus, we’re stepping back into the conversation. Mantalk.ke isn’t just a podcast; it’s a space for reflection, growth, and t...

Ep8: Season Finale- “Vision board 2024!”

01 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this week’s episode, Eli and Oscar wrap up the season with a lively conversation on the goals they have set for 2024. It’s been an interestin...

I came from Kibera, she came from Spain... and we fell in love!

11 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this weeks episode, we hear the love story behind the incredible couple TIleh and Martina. The talented couple that have made a name for themselves...

Ep. 6 - A Christmas Love Story with MANTALK.KE X THE WAJESUS FAMILY

22 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

n this episode, Eli and Oscar get to meet Milly and Kabi wa Jesus from the Wajesus family, one of Kenya's top content creator couples, to hear the...

Ep. 5 - “Raymond Kahuma is looking for love in Nairobi?”

14 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Raymond Kahuma is Africa’s version of Mr. Beast, an internet sensation, a Guiness world record holder of the World’s largest Rolex sandwich, a Uga...

How to build an apparel business in Africa from scratch - John Brian, Founder, Home254

07 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

There’s nothing quite like home. Few men understand that statement more than @jbeejura. Job Brian is our #ManOftheWeek. Driven by his desire to su...

“Crazy Kennar is on Mantalk!”

30 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The art of comedy, the fight against depression, the village of comedians and an interesting unpopular opinion from one Mr Kamau. Expect to laugh and ...

White toenails are a green flag?!

23 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we talk about the GREEN FLAGS that give us PRESSURE! Tune in for laughs, banter and all round vibes! We hope you enjoy this episod...

Ep.1 - "I THOUGHT WE GO TO CHURCH TO PRAY!"

16 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

WE ARE BAAAACK! A new season of Mantalk.ke is here with an all-new format! We talk about love in the church, lessons we have learned since we left an...

MASCULINITY, MOVIES & MUSIC

20 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Eli and Oscar delve into the topic of masculinity discussing James Bond, the Incredibles and Drake! It’s amazing to hear how we ca...

BONUS EPISODE: DJ MELZI X MANTALK.KE

06 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, DJ Melzi, one of the top charting artists from South Africa, breaks down his musical journey, the development of Amapiano and his own...

VIBES, COLONIALISM AND THE NEXT GENERATION OF AFRICAN STORYTELLING

29 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, the boys discuss what it means to be a young African KIng in a white-dominated world, while talking about situations that challenged ...

The Men of Reddit

01 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, the boys explore the “Men of Reddit” corner of the internet, and react to what the men on the forum have been debating. They di...

S14 EP 8| LET’S TALK ABOUT OUR 20s

25 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, Eli and Oscar do a deep dive into their 20’s. This topic was selected by popular demand as the Mantalk.ke team is constantly...

S14 EP 7 | THE ONE WITH DR FRANCESCHI| ASSISTANT SECRETARY GENERAL OF THE COMMONWEALTH

11 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, Eli and Oscar visit Marborough House to learn from Dr. Luis Franceschi, Assistant Secretary General of the Commonwealth, CHOGM Con...

S14 EP 6 | THE FOUNDER OF THE WORLD’S BIGGEST AFROMUSIC FESTIVAL | KING SMADE

04 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, Eli and Oscar pay homage to Smade, Founder of Afro Nation at Smade Lounge, London. 🇰🇪🇬🇧🇳🇬 Smade is the foun...

S14 EP 5| HOW I GAINED 3M+ FOLLOWERS ON TIKTOK ft Stepz

27 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, Eli and Oscar host Stepz at Spotify Studios, London! 🇬🇧🇰🇪🇬🇭 In this exclusive with Stepz, an iconic content cre...

S14 EP 4 | GOD SAVE THE Q&A

20 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, Eli and Oscar engage in the most British Q&A episode yet. With tasty insights from their personal perspectives as well as a...

S14 EP 3| LET’S PLAY A GAME!

03 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, Eli and Oscar play “We are not really strangers” , a card game which enables deep and vulnerable conversations between fri...

Love in the +44 with Lydia Dinga & Damini

23 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, Eli and Oscar host Lydia Dinga and Damini at Spotify Studios, London! 🇬🇧🇰🇪🇳🇬In this episode dubbed Love in t...

Taking Stock Mantalk in LDN

16 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, Eli and Oscar FINALLY begin their London season! 🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧  The #Sweetboys take stock of their journey...

Reddit Reactions

10 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, Eli and Oscar engage in the most interesting Reddit conversation in podcasting history.   With tasty insights from their pe...

S13 EP4| REGAL with Regalia Apparel

02 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, Eli and Oscar interview Joseph Kinyua and David Gachie, founders of Regalia Apparel, a popular tie-and-dye apparel brand based i...

S13 EP3| THE VOICE OF KIMANZI with Brian Kimanzi

23 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, Eli and Oscar interview Brian Kimanzi, popularly known as Kimanzi, one of Kenya’s top male content creators and an inspiring c...

Love in the 254 part 5 with Nviiri the Story Teller

14 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, Eli and Oscar interview Nviiri the Storyteller, one of Nairobi’s top artists and one of the top acts at Sol Generation. Widely...

Content Queens with Tati Kapaya and Rebekah Mwenda

10 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, Eli and Oscar interview two of Britain’s brightest female content queens, Rebecca Nkirote and Tati Kapaya.  We contemplat...

The Creative Mogul Mr Joel Rao

19 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, Eli and Oscar interview Mr. Joel Stephen Rao, CEO of Dentsu Ltd Kenya, and cofounder of Africa Creative Agency. Joel talks about...

The +44 experience

12 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, Eli and Oscar talk about their experience living and working in the +44 and the culture shock that Oscar had, fresh from Kenya. ...

A career guide for young Africans with Joan Thuo The Career Coach

05 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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What a Year!

29 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, Eli and Oscar close out the year with a wrap-up of their experiences, ideas and perspectives coming into the new year. We are gr...

A Victor Maina Christmas

22 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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The Tastiest Q&A!

15 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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This Woman’s Work

08 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Eli and Oscar let us in on the women in their private lives who have added value to the men they are today. As a sequel to S.11 Ep.7'...

Breaking barriers in tech with Jessica Colaço

01 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Speaking to an incredible, multifaceted innovator who paved the way for Kenya’s recognition as a leader in digital technologies is an honour we must...

The Masculinity Debate

10 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this season’s epic season finale, Oscar and Eli share their views on the contentious topic of masculinity and how different platforms have interp...

The Woman King

03 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of mantalk, we talk to the powerhouse that is Barbra Midega. You may remember her brother Cliff (the owner of poket gym) on the show. ...

Mens mental health

27 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, Eli and Oscar have an incredible conversation with the incredible Aldo Aluoch Olunya, a qualified psychologist, on men’s menta...

Man Made: Celebrating the men in our lives

20 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, Eli and Oscar shine a light on the incredible men in their lives, including their fathers, who have contributed the most to thei...

The Deep Dive Q&A

13 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, Eli and Oscar engage in the juiciest Q and A session in podcast history.  Full of banter and personal perspectives about re...

The Birds and the Bee’s with Georgie Ndirangu and Over 25

06 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

IT'S FINALLY HERE! Our much awaited collaboration with Over25 and Georgie Ndirangu, courtesy of Durex Kenya, is finally here! In today's episode, th...

The Rules of the Game with Mr Jinaro Kibet Senior Counsel

22 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, Eli and Oscar learn the game of golf from Senior Counsel Jinaro Kibet, a senior partner of TripleOKLaw Advocates LLP. In this epis...

Aliens. Lebron. Lions & Chapati. What we are watching!

19 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

As content creators/ podcaster we often get inspiration by what we are watching online. In this episode, we share some of the things we are watching, ...

Here's the Punchline with Eric Lu Savali and Ty Ngachira

08 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Our first guests of this season are the incredible Eric Lu Savali, founder of Punchline Comedy Club, and the fantastically foolish Ty Ngachira, one of...

#Sorry4thewait

01 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

THE BOYS ARE BACK!  Welcome to Season 11, ladies and gentlemen, we really are #Sorry4theWait.......or are we? 😂   In this episode, w...

S10 EP8| THE POKET GYM STORY FEAT. KAZ , CLIFF AND RHOTIMMI

14 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Eli and Oscar interview Cliff and Kaz, the founders of Poket Gym, one of Nairobi's top fitness clubs with a thriving, positive commun...

Oscar's candid device review of the Samsung Freestyle.

05 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Oscar shares his experience using the Freestyle device. From gaming to the NBA and its potential as a lifestyle device, he shares his perspective on w...

A mini episode with Eli (Bonus)

02 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Here’s a special mini episode with Eli! We have been ranting about the Samsung Freestyle Smart Projector all season and we wanted to have a little c...

For the Culture! feat Adelle Onyango

30 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's epic episode, Eli and Oscar get to meet Adelle Onyango, a prominent media personality and founder of the Legally Clueless Podcast. This...

The best Q&A yet!

23 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Eli and Oscar take on some challenging questions from the Mantalk.ke community. With reflections on their own relationship as friends and b...

The Fathers Day Special

19 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

To celebrate father's day, we sat down with two increible dads to pick their brain and get a valuable perspective on modern fatherhood. Get ready to h...

Let's discuss our failures!

16 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Eli and Oscar have a very candid conversation around the many losses they have taken in business and their personal life. There are some ra...

Welcome to my Soul ft Antone Soul

09 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode, Oscar and Eli recap their Johannesburg experience with Anto Neosoul, one of Kenya's pioneers of the Afro-Soul sound, a journal...

Eli’s Journey | The interview

02 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode, Oscar interviews Eli on his life as a black Kenyan man raised in the United Kingdom. Eli shares his childhood experiences, his...

Period Poverty with Janet Mbugua

26 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Eli and Oscar interview the great Janet Mbugua on her passion - eradicating period poverty in Kenya. She educates the hosts on the plight of period po...

Colourism in our community!

19 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

SEASON X IS FINALLY HERE! What better way to kick off a season than to begin with a conversation that is at the heart of black consciousness today, C...

A soldier lives many lives

31 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Season 9's epic season finale is a powerful conversation between the boys and David Etale, a veteran of the UK military service, a former footballer i...

Oscars Journey | The Interview

24 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Due to a scheduled guest making a non-appearance, Eli interviews Oscar in an epic episode. In this episode, Oscar opens up about his birthplace, motiv...

The Sweetest Q&A

17 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this epic Q&A episode, Eli and Oscar tackle questions on what their most toxic traits are,  how to run a podcast, handling loneliness as a...

Heartbreak Hotel with Jules & Lornzie from Over 25

10 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Jules and Lornzie from Over25 take over the set of Mantalk.ke with a flaming discussion on love and relationships. Eli and Oscar go to a place that t...

Following your passion with Nikita Kering

03 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Nikita Kering', Kenya's top upcoming female international artist blows Eli and Oscar away with a side of her we have never experienced. Giving us he...

Father Studies & Gender Roles with Polycarp Otieno aka Fancy Fingers of Sauti Sol

24 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The eloquent Polycarp "Fancy Fingers" Otieno gives Oscar and Eli an education on the reality of fatherhood and bringing his son, Sulwe into the World....

Mantalk.ke x Over 12.5 Vibing with Shikie and Ivy

17 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In the fantastic second episode of #SZN9, Ivy and Shikie from Over25 join Eli and Oscar in a beautiful conversation about friendship, motherhood and h...

Love in the 254 Part 4 | Feat Bien-Aime Alusa

10 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In the epic return of Mantalk.ke, #SZN9 opens with the exceptional Bien-Aime Alusa, a Grammy-nominated singer, songwriter, artist and member of the in...

Season finale: Gratitude

20 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

SEASON FINALE: GRATITUDE  We would like to give thanks to everyone who has vibed with us since we began! If you are reading this, you are the rea...

Principles of Positive Fatherhood with Mike Wachira

13 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Let's talk about fatherhood:  In today's episode, Eli and Oscar interview Mike Wachira, an exceptional TV host and media personality based in Nai...

The Saucy Q&A

06 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this season's Q&A episode, Eli and Oscar deal with some of the sauciest questions from our fans!  Would you like to know what physical att...

THE MANTALK X TMI episode! With Murugi Munyi & Lydia K Mukami

31 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

By popular demand, Eli and Oscar get to have an honest and elevating conversation with Murugi Munyi and Lydia Karleen Mukami, the founders of the TMI ...

Travel Blogging: From Hobby to Career

23 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Raj and Zanelle share their incredible journeys as travel content creators in East Africa. Join Eli and Oscar in listening to the inspiring story of ...

Love in the 254 | Part 3

09 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Eli and Oscar give us their take on love and relationships and how their past relationships molded them into the men they are today. ...

From zero to speaking with presidents and billionaires: Georgie Ndirangu’s story

02 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We have Mr @georgiendirangu on the chair. He is an extremely accomplished man. A former BBC journalist,now global moderator and consultant. He gives t...

Rhotimmi's unmatched mindset

25 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Season 8 is here! In one of the most vulnerable episodes yet, Rhotimmi shares his journey from Oyo State in Nigeria to Nairobi, Kenya, the struggles o...

Are you spending enough ME time

04 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this bonus episode, the guys discuss the importance of having me time. It’s relation to masculinity, misconceptions around “me time” and what...

Dealing with performance anxiety

28 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Special thanks to our sponsor Ginsomin Kenya for suggesting the topic on performance anxiety and how it affects us every day! In this informative ep...

The Ultimate Bucket List

14 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this hilarious episode, Eli and Oscar discuss their bucket lists, the list of things they will strive to achieve before the ends of their lives. We...

Our deepest Q&A yet

07 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this season's Q&A episode, Eli and Oscar tackle some introspective questions from the fans ranging from the importance of family to the establishme...

Being better at negotiation

30 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Eli and Oscar teach us about the ins and outs of negotiation. In a fun and informative episode, the boys suit up and give us their take on how to make...

Back with a Bang! - If I knew then, what I know now.

23 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

After five months, Eli and Oscar are finally reunited! In an introspective episode, the boys give us a personal take on the valuable lessons they've l...

Speak up ladies, men did not attend Hogwarts!

16 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Oscar and Eli give us an unfiltered, hilarious and insightful episode on what men REALLY want from women. While women have always been vocal about the...

Do Men Cry?

09 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Oscar and Eli challenge themselves to answer five introspective questions on masculinity and debate aspects on what it means to be a man in society to...

A whole new world!

02 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Oscar and Eli return in an epic episode about their experiences gotten through travelling the World. This one is about growth through new experiences ...

So, you want to start a podcast?…

15 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

As the title suggests, Eli and Oscar tell us the secrets behind running a podcast, the comedy behind their mistakes and their shared wins. So you wan...

A Truly Chaotic Q&A!

08 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In the most saucy Q&A episode yet, Eli and Oscar respond to questions from the Mantalk.ke community around relationships, masculinity and perhaps most...

Knead that dough $

01 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Digi trust link: https://bit.ly/mantalk_digitrust We are extremely pleased to partner with our episode sponsors ICEA LION group to share their Digi...