Yawe's Hard Talk by Aqute Media
Aqute Media
Categories: Technology
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In this episode, we dive into the fascinating world of wedding customs in Kenya, particularly the tradition of gifting newlyweds a lavish new bed. Join us as we unravel the origins of this practice, tracing it back to its roots in the bride’s mother providing bedding—symbolizing her daughter’s new life.
But how did this evolve into the expectation of extravagant king-size beds that often don’t fit in newlyweds’ small homes? We explore the historical context, including the impactful hut census led by Mzee Jaramogi Oginga Odinga, which shifted living arrangements and created financial pressures on families.
As we discuss the pressures of adhering to cultural norms, we invite listeners to consider the practical implications of such traditions in modern life. Should wedding gifts be about grandeur or practicality? Join us for a lively conversation that encourages a fresh perspective on how we celebrate love while staying grounded in reality. Tune in and share your thoughts on how we can honor tradition while embracing change!
Episode based on Robert Yawe's article Taxation and the birth of the double bed.
Previous episodes
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28 - Yawe's Hard Talk Ep 19: Taxation and the Double BedFri, 11 Oct 2024
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27 - Yawe's Hard Talk Ep 19: Kenya's Dairy Farming MessThu, 18 May 2023
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26 - From Phone Booth to Photo Booth - Audio ArticleFri, 09 Sep 2022
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25 - Public School Principals; An Untapped Management Pool - Audio ArticleFri, 26 Aug 2022
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24 - Still In My Mother's Kitchen - Audio ArticleFri, 19 Aug 2022
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23 - Bringing Home The Bacon; An African Man's Perspective - Audio ArticleFri, 12 Aug 2022
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22 - Taxation and The Birth of The Double Bed - Audio Article.Thu, 28 Jul 2022
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21 - Yawe's Hard Talk Ep 18: Death By Text.Thu, 16 Jun 2022
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20 - Yawe's Hard Talk Ep 17: A Nation of Roofers.Thu, 09 Jun 2022
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19 - Yawe's Hard Talk Special Edition - Future Planning - Are Saccos Winning, Thanks to Technology?Thu, 19 May 2022
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18 - Yawe's Hard Talk Special Edition: Future Planning: What is your Cloud Strategy?Thu, 28 Apr 2022
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17 - Yawe's Hard Talk Ep 16: Google Stole My Client.Thu, 21 Apr 2022
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16 - Yawe's Hard Talk Ep 15: Going Down Memory Lane.Thu, 14 Apr 2022
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15 - Yawe's Hard Talk Ep 14: Politics Abhors Technology.Thu, 07 Apr 2022
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14 - Yawe's Hard Talk Ep 13: Digital Data HATES Humans.Tue, 29 Mar 2022
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13 - Yawe's Hard Talk Ep 12: Techie Till I DieTue, 22 Feb 2022
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12 - Yawe's Hard Talk Ep 11: Re-Establishing the Glass CeilingWed, 03 Jun 2020
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11 - Yawe's Hard Talk Ep 10: Still Behind The LecternWed, 27 May 2020
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10 - Yawe's Hard Talk Special Edition: Working From Home Featuring Guest SpeakersWed, 13 May 2020
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9 - Yawe's Hard Talk Ep 9: The Glitter vs The UtilityWed, 25 Mar 2020
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8 - Yawe's Hard Talk Ep 8: Were Our Providers Ready?Wed, 18 Mar 2020
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7 - Yawe's Hard Talk Ep 7: CapEx And OpExWed, 11 Mar 2020
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6 - Yawe's Hard Talk Ep 6: A False Sense Of SecurityWed, 04 Mar 2020
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5 - Yawe's Hard Talk Ep 5: Data Centre Talk, Cloud Storage, IT Graduates and More Tech TalkWed, 26 Feb 2020
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4 - Yawe's Hard Talk Ep 4: If Data Is The New OilWed, 19 Feb 2020
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3 - Yawe's Hard Talk Ep 3: Technophobic Illness and Low Culture Of Collecting DataWed, 12 Feb 2020
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2 - Yawe's Hard Talk Ep 2: A Case of Preaching Wine And Drinking WaterWed, 05 Feb 2020
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1 - Yawe's Hard Talk Ep 1: ICT, Holder Of The Crown JewelsWed, 29 Jan 2020
