by Made to Make KE
The go-to podcast for Kenyan creatives turning passion into profit. Hosted by Ayan Karanja (create with ayan) and Francis Mungai (Muma Pix), we dive into the journeys of local filmmakers, photographers, and creators, sharing real stories, strategies, and insights on making it in the creative industry. With inspiring guests and actionable advice, this is your space to learn, grow, and stay motivated. Because you were made to make.
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April 16, 2025
<p>🎙️ New episodes every Wednesday</p><p>Nairobi-based photographer Francis Mungai (@_francismungai) and videographer Ayan Karanja (@ayan_karanja) deliver unfiltered truths about:<br>• Transforming creative skills into profitable businesses<br>• Surviving Kenya's competitive creative industry<br>• Learning from their biggest failures and wins</p><p><strong>This Episode Includes:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Ayan's shocking career pivot from medicine to videography</p></li><li><p>Their hilarious "forgot to record" professional blunder</p></li><li><p>Why your social media presence makes or breaks opportunities</p></li><li><p>The gear vs. skill debate every creative needs to hear</p></li><li><p>Real talk about pricing, clients, and industry challenges</p></li></ul><p>🔗 <strong>Connect:</strong><br>Podcast: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/madetomake.ke/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer">https://www.instagram.com/madetomake.ke/</a><br>Francis: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/_francismungai/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer">https://www.instagram.com/_francismungai/</a><br>Ayan: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ayan_karanja/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer">https://www.instagram.com/ayan_karanja/</a></p><p>#CreativeBusiness #KenyanEntrepreneurs #PhotographyTips #Videography #NairobiCreatives</p>
April 2, 2025
<p>🎙️ EPISODE 003: "The Real Cost of Being a Creative in Kenya"</p><p>In this unfiltered conversation, Victor Maina (Visual Masters) and Zul Talaksi (ByTalaksi) sit down to unpack the real struggles and wins of Kenya's creative industry. From clients ghosting payments to losing footage mid-shoot, they share raw stories, hard lessons, and the hustle behind turning passion into profit.</p><p>Topics Covered:</p><p>✅ "Why are Kenyan creatives underpaid?" - The pricing debate.</p><p>✅ Client horror stories (and how to avoid them).</p><p>✅ Collaboration vs. solo work - What actually works?</p><p>✅ "We charged 20 bob for photos..." - Their humble beginnings.</p><p>✅ The future of filmmaking in Kenya - Can creatives thrive?</p><p>Whether you're a filmmaker, photographer, or just love behind-the-scenes drama, this episode is for you. </p><p>Drop a comment with your biggest creative struggle! ⬇️</p><p>🔹 CONNECT WITH US:</p><p>🔸 MADE TO MAKE KE: https://instagram.com/madetomake.ke </p><p>🔸 Victor Maina: https://www.instagram.com/viktamaina_ </p><p>🔸 Zul Talaksi: https://www.instagram.com/bytalaksi </p><p>🔸 Visual Masters: https://www.instagram.com/visualmasters_ke </p><p>🔸 Ayan Karanja: https://instagram.com/createwithayan </p><p>🔸 Francis Mungai: https://instagram.com/muma_pix</p><p><br /></p><p>#MadeToMakeKE </p><p>#KenyanCreatives #FilmmakingInKenya #CreativeHustle #Podcast</p>
March 25, 2025
<p>In this episode of Made to Make KE, we sit down with <strong>Kate the Actress</strong>—award-winning actress, producer, and digital content creator. 🎭✨</p><p>Kate shares:<br />✅ How she reinvented herself from journalism to acting to content creation 📺<br />✅ The <strong>secret to staying relevant</strong> in entertainment for over a decade 🎬<br />✅ Why she turned down <strong>huge brand deals</strong> that didn’t align with her values 💰<br />✅ The <strong>business of creativity</strong>—making money without losing authenticity 💡<br />✅ How she handles social media, trolls, and online boundaries 🚫📲</p><p>Kate brings <strong>raw insights, humor, and wisdom</strong> in this conversation. If you're a creative or content creator looking to <strong>build a sustainable career</strong>, this episode is for you!</p><p>🎧 <strong>Listen now and let us know:</strong> What’s one lesson you’ve learned from Kate? ⬇️</p><p>👥 <strong>Follow Us:</strong><br />🔹 Instagram: <a href="https://instagram.com/madetomake.ke" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://instagram.com/madetomake.ke</a><br />🔹 <strong>Kate the Actress:</strong> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kate_actress/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.instagram.com/kate_actress/</a><br />🔹 <strong>Ayan Karanja:</strong> <a href="https://instagram.com/createwithayan" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://instagram.com/createwithayan</a><br />🔹 <strong>Francis Mungai:</strong> <a href="https://instagram.com/muma_pix" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://instagram.com/muma_pix</a></p>
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