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In this episode, we sit down with Yvonne Atieno for a thought provoking conversation about education, democracy, history, and power in Kenya.
Together, we explore how colonial structures continue to shape Kenya's education system, why critical thinking is being replaced by "practicality," and what it means when education becomes primarily about employability rather than human development.
Drawing on the works of Prof. E.S. Atieno Odhiambo and Dr. Wandia Njoya, we discuss the ideology of order, the role of history in shaping political consciousness, the loss of oral traditions, and why asking "Education for who? Education for what?" may be one of the most important questions of our time.
We also reflect on AI, creativity, philosophy, and the importance of reclaiming knowledge beyond the classroom.
This conversation is for anyone interested in education, African history, decolonisation, democracy, and the future of learning.
Books & Essays Mentioned
Primary Readings
E.S. Atieno Odhiambo – The Ideology of Order (essay) 
Dr. Wandia Njoya – essays on education, competency-based curriculum (CBC), philosophy of education, and decolonising learning 
Additional Books Referenced
Walter Rodney – How Europe Underdeveloped Africa
Walter Rodney – The Making of an African Intellectual
Augustine of Hippo – The City of God
René Girard – works on mimesis and violence (particularly Things Hidden Since the Foundation of the World or Violence and the Sacred) 

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In this episode of the podcast, I’m joined by Aisha, also known online as That Other Nigerian Girl, to discuss It’s Not About the Burqa, edited by Mariam Khan. The anthology, first published in 2019, brings together Muslim women’s essays on faith, feminism, sexuality, race, identity and representation. 
Guest: Aisha / That Other Nigerian Girl ‪@thatothernigeriangirl‬ 
Book discussed: It’s Not About the Burqa, edited by Mariam Khan
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I’m a mood reader… but I also love a good plan. So for early spring, I’ve put together a TBR that tries to balance both sides of my reading personality.
In this episode, I’m walking you through the books I’m hoping to read in March and April from powerful literary fiction and memoirs to thought-provoking nonfiction, book club picks, and a few reads that are completely outside my comfort zone.
I’m making a conscious effort to diversify my reading this time across genres, voices, and perspectives while still leaving room for curiosity and mood reading. Expect authors like Bernardine Evaristo, Toni Morrison, Colson Whitehead, Robin Wall Kimmerer, and more.
We’ll talk about:
 • why I plan my reading (even as a mood reader)
 • the books I’m most excited about this spring
 • book club reads and how they shape my TBR
 • and how I’m trying to read more intentionally
If you’re also planning your spring reading or trying to this episode is for you.
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  • YouTube Channel: 
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY4MG4mj7W4JW_qqHEZASQQ

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In this episode of the One More Book Podcast, I share my February reading wrap-up and reflect on a very full month filled with Black History Month events, community gatherings in Hamburg and plenty of reading.
After a packed schedule and attending multiple inspiring events, I realised just how important it is to slow down, rest, and reconnect with creativity. In this honest and reflective episode, I talk about burnout, taking a break from social media, and how returning to books help me recharge.
Of course, I also dive into the books that I read in February, share my thoughts, and give a glimpse into what I'm excited to read next in March.
If you love book discussions, reading wrap-ups, reflective conversations about creativity, and bookish life updates, this episode is for you.
Grab a cup of tea, settle in, and let’s talk books. 📚

In This Episode
February life update
Black History Month events in Hamburg
The importance of rest and creative balance
February reading wrap-up
Books I loved
Starting the March TBR
Tags 
reading wrap up, book podcast, books podcast, February reading wrap up, book recommendations, reading vlog, book discussion, Black History Month books, book community, book lover podcast
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What if reading didn’t have to be a solitary hobby?
In this episode, I’m joined by Amyn, a literary curator, community builder, and the creative force behind Something Bookish and Lipglossmaffia Empire all the way from Lagos, Nigeria.
We talk about what it really means to build a bookish community, both online and in person. From hosting multiple book clubs to navigating Instagram algorithms, from DM-ing your favorite authors to protecting your joy, this conversation is honest, reflective, and deeply encouraging.
If you’ve ever thought about starting a book club, building a reading space, or simply finding more intention in your reading life, this one is for you.
You don’t have to read alone.

🔗 LINKS MENTIONED
Lipglossmaffia
Something Bookish Newsletter
Something Bookish Podcast
 
Authors mentioned in this episode:
• Jennifer Nansubuga Makumbi
 • Elif Shafak
 • Sarah Ladipo Manyika 
 • Suleiman Addonia
 • Lola Shoneyin
 • Bernardine Evaristo
 • Nicole Dennis-Benn
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