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The Swahinglish Storyteller 29 episodes Nov 3, 2026

The Swahili Once Said Pod is a cozy show exploring Swahili culture, African diaspora experiences, and the feeling of living between worlds. It is hosted by a second-generation Swahinglish storyteller and is Muslim-friendly. Episodes celebrate roots and present-day identity while covering Swahili and non-Swahili topics. The podcast aims to build community one conversation at a time.

Episodes

EP33 Swahili Once Said Pod: how I caught the ITIS at work... Nov 3, 2026 26:09 Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode!Salam alaykum jamani na KARIBU TENA to episode 33 of the SOSP!This week we talk about the end of black history month, and how everybody caught the ITIS after eating our munch at work! I also touch on my first time trying pilates, zombie simulations (round two?), and we close out with tweet of th

EP32 Swahili Once Said Pod: Daylight savings is cooking me already Oct 28, 2026 22:17 Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode!Salam alaykum jamani na KARIBU tena, this is big episode 32!This week, I am COOKED. Daylight saving has already started taking its toll but alhamdulillah, we praise God always! I also talk about my weekend away in London, queuing for TikTok viral spots, boycotting shops on the 28th, and closing

EP31 Swahili Once Said Pod: I don't like adulting... Oct 21, 2026 31:09 Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode!Salam alaykum guys na KARIBU TENA to another episode... she's a bit late this week, but i'm Swahili after all!This week I'm touching on the winter blues finally setting in, French tiktok and the protests taking over our feeds. I also give my review on Obsession... finally! And of course, a SOSP

EP30 Swahili Once Said Pod: Ice hockey is an elite sport! Oct 12, 2026 30:04 Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode!Salam alaykum jamani na KARIBUNI TENA! Welcome back to the big episode 30!This week we’re talking about the winter bug that took me out (sorry for no episode last week... now you know why 🤧). We also discuss my last summer hike at the Seven Sisters, and my first ever hockey match, because it def

EP29 Swahili Once Said Pod: Why South Korea was good for the Seoul... Sep 29, 2026 34:48 Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode!Salam alaykum jamani na KARIBUNI TENA! I was on another cheeky holiday but I'm back and the jetlag has been dealt with.Let me start by saying 안녕하세요! I'm diving into my 9 day trip to Seoul and Shanghai, comparing and contrasting life there vs the UK, zombie hypotheticals, and of course a cheeky t

EP28 Swahili Once Said Pod: The Summer I Solo travelled... Sep 8, 2026 28:46 Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode!Salam alaykum jamani na KARIBUNI TENA! Welcome to episode 28 of SOSP.This week we're reflecting on the final quarter of the year and what it feels like experiencing my first September not going back to school. I also brief you on my solo travel adventures, new hobbies I've picked up, and we clos

EP27 Swahili Once Said Pod: The cat in the hat... is moving MAD Aug 25, 2026 30:52 Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode!Salam alaykum guys na KARIBU TENA, welcome to episode 27 of the SOSP.This week we're running through gym experiences and overnight Weetabix, the Cat in the Hat crazies, settling the debate on the superior potato form, and closing out with tweet of the week as always.Hope you enjoy!

EP26 Swahili Once Said Pod: Am I a movie critic?!?! Aug 18, 2026 27:47 Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode!Salam alaykum guys na KARIBU TENA to episode 26 of SOSP (finally).We're back... like we never left 😂 This week we're diving into health being wealth and one of life's greatest blessings, my Spiderman review, what I would do if I was in the scriptwriting room, solar eclipses, and of course yours

EP25 Swahili Once Said Pod: would you rather... Amazon Rainforest vs The Ocean Aug 4, 2026 32:56 Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode!Salam alaykum jamani na KARIBUNI TENA, big episode 25!!This week we're covering a lot of ground, starting with my little side quest watching Birmingham City vs Barcelona! We also get into trending topics because apparently the Americans are out here eating butter with frosting (we need to talk),

EP24 Swahili Once Said Pod: 5 things actually worth your money Jul 28, 2026 24:28 Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode!Salam alaykum guys na KARIBU TENA to another episode of the SOSP!I don't know what it is guys, but I have a good feeling about this one, positive vibes ONLY. Maybe it's because the kids are finally off school and the 6 week summer holiday has officially begun!!! We also jump on a recent trending

EP23 Swahili Once Said Pod: VIVA LA ESPAÑAAAAA! Jul 21, 2026 29:56 Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode!Salam alaykum guys na KARIBU TENA to another kBanga!In episode 23, we talk about the main event this past week, the World Cup final! VAR checks, half-time shows and the red cards that absolutely needed to happen. I also drop my review of The Odyssey... am I becoming a movie critic? You tell me.

EP22 Swahili Once Said Pod: The British Ice Cream Tier List Jul 14, 2026 27:45 Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode!Salam alaykum guys na KARIBU TENA to episode 22 of SOSP!This week we're keeping it light and cute! We kick things off with my lunchtime nap experience (#neededthat), dive into a very special one-time segment ranking childhood British ice creams, and finish off with tweet of the week as always. E

EP21 Swahili Once Said Pod: It could actually come home... Jul 7, 2026 26:21 Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode!Salam alaykum guys na KARIBUNI TENA! It's episode 21 and I yapped about so much this week!First and foremost, a massive thank you for 100 followers on TT, genuinely so grateful, and no matter how small it may seem, I personally think it's a huge milestone. We also get into the latest World Cup m

EP20 Swahili Once Said Pod: 20 down... 80 to go! Jun 30, 2026 26:52 Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode!Salam alaykum jamani na KARIBUNI TENA to another episode of the SOSP!Episode 20, we're officially one fifth of the way to 100, and what a milestone it is! As we celebrate this, we're also marking one of my very own personal milestones, courtesy of HMRC... We dive into the World Cup knockout roun

EP19 Swahili Once Said Pod: Do PM resignations always lead to a heatwave? Jun 23, 2026 31:18 Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode!Salam alaykum guys na KARIBU TENA to episode 19 of the Swahili Once Said Pod!I hope you guys are keeping cool because i'm hearing we're heading towards the FORTIES, and yes, that's exactly what we're getting into this episode. Right after we talk about our ex PM... We also touch on lip balm vs h

EP18 Swahili Once Said Pod: The World Cup is live... KNICKS IN FIVE!!! Jun 16, 2026 27:51 Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode!Salam alakum jamani na KARIBU TENA to another episode of the SOSP!In episode 18, we're reflecting on the new Islamic year, may it be a blessed one for us all, Ameen. We also dive into a new topic on trends that never truly die but simply reinvent themselves. And let's not forget that the World C

EP17 Swahili Once Said Pod: We're routing for African teams ONLY in the World cup! Jun 9, 2026 28:51 Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode!Salam alaykum guys na KARIBUNI TENA, to another fruitful episode of the SOSP!Episode 17 is a strong one. I'm breaking down my most recent cinema experience and introducing an exclusive cinema theory, coined by yours truly. We also touch on airplane stories, who we're rooting for in the World Cup

EP16 Swahili Once Said Pod: My starting 11, Eid breakfast edition... Jun 2, 2026 26:37 Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode!Salam alaykum guys na KARIBUNI tena! First and foremost EID MUBARAK, hope it was a blessed one for you all ❤️This week I'm breaking down the full logistics of my Eid fit, and revealing my starting 11 for the ultimate Swahili Eid breakfast lineup. We finish off with tweet of the week as always, b

EP15 Swahili Once Said Pod: The government deffo control the weather. May 26, 2026 30:53 Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode!Salam alaykum jamani na KARIBUNI TENA! It's the big 15, and I'm happy to be back.This week, I'm diving into the ultimate trifecta: heatwave + bank holiday + payday weekend = government turning up the heat on purpose. I also talk about authentic Swahili juices and introduce another new segment (I

EP14 Swahili Once Said Pod: LETS GO ASNAA LETS GO! May 20, 2026 29:12 Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode!Salam alaykum guys na KARIBU TENA to episode 14 of the SOSP!Apologies in advance for the late upload, what can I say, I'm Swahili after all. Nevertheless, I have an amazing excuse.... ASNAAAAA have won the Prem! (Which is one of the topics we have to discuss). I also dive into a new segment on N

EP13 Swahili Once Said Pod: What does it take to be swahili? May 12, 2026 30:48 Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode!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 consi

EP12 Swahili Once Said Pod: And you better give nephew dearest his Oscar... May 5, 2026 32:23 Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode!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, tw

EP11 Swahili Once Said Pod: Let's normalise playing heads down thumbs up as adults... Apr 28, 2026 33:35 Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode!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-wi

EP10 Swahili Once Said Pod: Are we in a leather jacket pandemic? Apr 21, 2026 33:32 Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode!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

EP9 Swahili Once Said Pod: The Quran said it first... Apr 14, 2026 31:25 Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode!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 y

EP8 Swahili Once Said Pod: The Hijabi Spectrum theory., Swahinglish Story teller (2026) Apr 6, 2026 31:02 Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode!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), an

EP7 Swahili Once Said Pod: Bambalouni might be my new obsession. Mar 24, 2026 29:07 Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode!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 Mo

EP6 Swahili Once Said Pod: Last ten nights... LOCK IN TWIN!!! Mar 10, 2026 32:10 Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode!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

EP5 Swahili Once Said Pod: What's going on with the miss aisles... (badum tss) Mar 3, 2026 29:25 Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode!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

EP4 Swahili Once Said Pod: Blessed and stressed, A Ramadan check-in. Feb 24, 2026 32:16 Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode!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 la

EP3 Swahili Once Said Pod: FI RAMADAN?!?!?!! Feb 17, 2026 31:28 Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode!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 snack

EP2 Swahili Once Said Pod: Why are we paying road tax? Feb 10, 2026 30:29 Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode!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 u

EP1 Swahili Once Said Pod: What constitutes a Swahili breakfast? Feb 3, 2026 30:01 Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode!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!!

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