Swahili Once Said Pod
The Swahili Once Said Pod is your cozy corner for exploring Swahili culture, African diaspora experiences, and the beautiful mess of living between worlds. Hosted by a second-generation Swahinglish storyteller, this Muslim-friendly podcast celebrates our roots, our present, and everything that makes us who we are. We'll be spilling the chai on all things Swahili and non-Swahili alike, so come for the culture and stay for the conversations!We're here to build community, one episode at a time.
EP13 Swahili Once Said Pod: What does it take to be swahili?
Salam alaykum jamani na KARIBU TENA to another episode of SOSP!
We're kicking this episode off discussing what it's like growing up in the UK while trying to stay connected to your roots. We also dive into every girl's top 3 most important days, the weather (shocking), and whether my age is considered old...
Let's get into it!
EP12 Swahili Once Said Pod: And you better give nephew dearest his Oscar...
Salam alaykum guys na KARIBU TENA to another fruitful episode of the SOSP!
On this weeks episode, I dive into the absolute aura MJ had, and I'm not talking about Jordan...
I also dance around new Netflix films and how Australia will never see me, finishing strong with our fav and only segment, tweets of the week!
Hope mtaenjoy!!!
EP11 Swahili Once Said Pod: Let's normalise playing heads down thumbs up as adults...
Salam alaykum guys na KARIBU TENA to episode 11 of the SOSP!!!
I'm really enjoying the routine i've got going on guys, we're really entering the double digits era! This week we discuss the weather... you alright Neymar sunny innit? We also take a trip down memory lane and talk about the nation-wide British primary school experience. We finish things off nice and strong with my fave, tweets of the week!!
Grab a snack and lets lock in...
EP10 Swahili Once Said Pod: Are we in a leather jacket pandemic?
Salam alaykum guys and KARIBUNI TENA to big episode 10, we've finally made it to double digits!!!
This week we're diving into the leather jacket pandemic that's taken over (not that I'm complaining). We also discuss space and its side effects, why work is moving like an obsessed ex, and of course, tweets of the week.
I hope you're ready to listen and learn...
EP9 Swahili Once Said Pod: The Quran said it first...
Salam alaykum jamani na KARIBUNI TENA to another episode of SOSP!
This week we're celebrating a major milestone, we've officially surpassed 8 episodes! We also de-influence the Coachella hype, discuss evidence from the Quran that trumps science, and I'm sharing my top tweets of the week.
I hope you enjoy this one as much as I did, honestly think it's my favorite episode so far ;)
EP8 Swahili Once Said Pod: The Hijabi Spectrum theory., Swahinglish Story teller (2026)
Salam alaykum jamani and KARIBU TENA to the 8th episode of SOSP!
I'm back, and for good this time. This week I'm updating you on my island escape and why we ALL need to tough grass... or sea. I also share my hot take on seafood in the UK compared to sea food back home (it's giving conspiracy), and an in-depth breakdown of 'The Hijabi Spectrum theory'., Swahinglish storyteller (2026).
I fear this episode will spark some conversations.
EP7 Swahili Once Said Pod: Bambalouni might be my new obsession.
Salam alaykum and KARIBUNI TENA! First and foremost, EID MUBARAK 🥳
I'm back, and we're reloading it this week, starting with my holiday abroad in Tunisia and my new obsession with their donuts (top 2). We also dive into AFCON/World Cup talk, and I discuss my Mount Rushmore of Disney channel OG Movies.
Let's get into it!
EP6 Swahili Once Said Pod: Last ten nights... LOCK IN TWIN!!!
Salam guys and KARIBUNI TENA! Episode 6 means we're praying for 6 figures in our bank accounts, Ameen.
In this week's episode, we're focusing on the most important nights FI Ramadan! I'm sharing some dawah and tips for successfully locking in, comparing back home life vs the UK, and introducing a brand new segment to the pod. You don't want to miss this one!
EP5 Swahili Once Said Pod: What's going on with the miss aisles... (badum tss)
Salam guys and KARIBUNI TENA!
Episode 5 already? WOW. This week we're discussing the miss aisles... badum tss (sorry, I had to). At this point in Ramadan, we've all started losing our appetite, but we're still diving into traditional Swahili Ramadan starters that hit different. We also get into "ruku raiders" and how close Eid is!! Hope you've started your shopping...
EP4 Swahili Once Said Pod: Blessed and stressed, A Ramadan check-in.
Salam guys and KARIBUNI TENA! How are you feeling about Ramadan so far?!?
In this episode, I'm breaking down how many Muslims around the world (myself included 😢) are thugging through a 9-5 FI RAMADAN?!?! It's genuinely tough guys. I also dive into the trifecta of celebrations that took place last week and my thoughts on solo-sailing. YES, not flying... SAILING!!!!
EP3 Swahili Once Said Pod: FI RAMADAN?!?!?!!
Salam guys and KARIBUNI TENA! First and foremost, RAMADAN MUBARAK 🌙!!
In episode 3, we're focusing on the countless blessings of Islam and getting prepped for Ramadan. Then we dive into AI and how we're slowly becoming way too dependent on it, because honestly guys, we are COOKED. Grab some snacks for this one, it's deffo goated :)
EP2 Swahili Once Said Pod: Why are we paying road tax?
Salam guys and KARIBU TENA! In episode 2, I'm diving into my very first 9-5 experience, the absolute state of UK roads (and the tax we're supposedly paying for them), and settling the debate on what NEEDS to be in a proper bowl of urojo. Fair warning – this one's a full rant session, so buckle up and enjoy the potholes...
EP1 Swahili Once Said Pod: What constitutes a Swahili breakfast?
Salam guys and KARIBU! This is episode 1, kicking things off nice and sweet as we wrap up January with AFCON updates, debating and rating Swahili food with a tier list and settling once and for all what makes a proper Swahili breakfast. Prepare for the vibes and plenty of food talk!!
