Episodes

  • This is the story of Dr James Nganga Muiruri: a promising young man, whose future was shattered after a fateful night out.

    Credits:

    Cover Art

    F.Nur, PitchR Media

    Editing/Production

    F. Nur, PitchR Media

    Theme Song

    "Dunia Ina Mambo" by Just A Band (original song by The Mighty Cavaliers)

    News Credits & Clips:

    The Daily Nation
    https://nation.africa/kenya/life-and-style/lifestyle/prison-diary-former-officer-revisits-killing-of-ex-mp-s-son-1047582 Kenya Law

    file:///Users/dianambaka/Downloads/Criminal_Appeal_314_of_2011.pdf

    The Daily Nation
    Mymurder trial left many unanswered questions | Nation The Standard
    https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/article/2000105765/officer-convicted-as-co-accused-freed-in-ex-mp-s-son-murder Nation

    https://nation.africa/kenya/news/officer-to-die-for-killing-doctor-955762

  • On Part 2 of The Thika Bank Heist, join us as we find out exactly who these robbers were, what motivated their daring venture and what happened after they finally got their hands on the prize.

    Credits:

    Cover Art

    F.Nur, PitchR Media

    Editing/Production

    F. Nur, PitchR Media

    Theme Song

    "Dunia Ina Mambo" by Just A Band (original song by The Mighty Cavaliers)

    News Credits & Clips:

    KTN NEWS

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YMEd-l7-hzo

    BUSINESS DAILY

    https://www.businessdailyafrica.com/bd/news/it-s-normal-suspects-father-says-of-sh52-million-kcb-thika-heist-2179638

    THE STAR

    https://www.the-star.co.ke/news/2017-11-27-learned-suspects-in-kcb-thika-heist-deny-charges-remain-in-custody/

    THE STANDARDhttps://www.standardmedia.co.ke/entertainment/news/article/2001261718/scoring-as-in-high-school-could-not-keep-them-out-of-crime NTV KENYA

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EX6GOAypcaM

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  • In Part 1 of this 2-part episode, we explore the story of the Thika Bank Heist. Inspired by the plot of a popular Hollywood movie, a close group of friends meticulously crafted a plan to infiltrate one of the most secure financial institutions in Thika. Drawing from the cinematic genius of heist films, they employed a combination of cunning strategy and brazen audacity to execute a robbery that would go down in Kenyan history.

    Credits:

    Cover Art

    F.Nur, PitchR Media

    Editing/Production

    F. Nur, PitchR Media

    Theme Song

    "Dunia Ina Mambo" by Just A Band (original song by The Mighty Cavaliers)

    News Credits & Clips:

    Nation Africa Online
    https://nation.africa/kenya/news/behind-the-sh52-million-thika-kcb-bank-robbery-mystery--483202 Business Daily Africa https://www.businessdailyafrica.com/bd/news/it-s-normal-suspects-father-says-of-sh52-million-kcb-thika-heist-2179638 Citizen Digitalhttps://www.citizen.digital/news/police-seize-equipment-used-in-thika-kcb-bank-heist-183095 The Star

    https://www.the-star.co.ke/counties/central/2019-03-14-30-witnesses-to-testify-against-thika-bank-heist-suspects/

    Youtube – The Wicked Edition with DrKingorihttps://www.youtube.com/watch?embeds_referring_euri=https%3A%2F%2Fglarity.app%2F&embeds_referring_origin=https%3A%2F%2Fglarity.app&source_ve_path=MzY4NDIsMzY4NDIsMzY4NDIsMTY0OTksMjg2NjQsMTY0NTAz&feature=emb_share&v=FQpkQ49x6ag
    Capital News

    https://www.capitalfm.co.ke/news/2017/11/3-suspects-in-thika-bank-robbery-due-in-court-sh17-6mn-recovered/

    REDDIT COMMENTS

    https://www.reddit.com/r/Kenya/comments/tf2zcz/kcb_thika_heist/?rdt=54242

    CITIZEN DIGITAL

    https://www.citizen.digital/news/police-seize-equipment-used-in-thika-kcb-bank-heist-183095

    NATION AFRICA

    https://nation.africa/kenya/news/behind-the-sh52-million-thika-kcb-bank-robbery-mystery--483202

    HOT 96FM

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MtUJ57WT9Yk

    WIKIPEDIA

    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Bank_Job

    TWITTER/X

    https://twitter.com/RBudhdev/status/934386042446270465

  • This is the heartbreaking story of Keagan Githua, a beloved 24 year old whose life was tragically cut short by a senseless crime of opportunity. Keagan's story is one of promise, lost opportunity, and the permanent stain violence leaves on innocent lives, reminding us of the fragility of our existence.

    Credits:

    Cover Art

    F.Nur, PitchR Media

    Editing/Production

    F. Nur, PitchR Media

    Theme Song

    "Dunia Ina Mambo" by Just A Band (original song by The Mighty Cavaliers)

    News Credits & Clips:
    Ridgeways Baptist Church youtube
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xPPQuegIdq4

    The Daily Nation
    https://nation.africa/kenya/counties/kiambu/revealed-student-17-main-suspect-in-murder-of-keagan-githua-at-ridgeways-4030132

    The Star

    https://www.the-star.co.ke/news/2022-11-15-four-suspects-linked-to-murder-of-keagan-githua-in-ridgeways-arrested/

    Citizen Digital
    https://www.citizen.digital/news/prime-suspect-in-keagan-githuas-murder-arrested-n309697

    Kenyans.Co.Ke

    https://www.kenyans.co.ke/news/82019-dci-reveals-how-matatu-stage-attendant-targeted-keagan-githua

    Swala Nyeti
    https://swalanyeti.co.ke/news/article/5374/4-suspects-linked-to-gruesome-murder-of-keagan-githua-in-ridgeways-arrested

    Pulse Live Kenya
    https://www.pulselive.co.ke/news/suspects-linked-to-death-of-strathmore-university-graduate-keagan-githua-arrested/1sq6c2d

    Capital FM
    https://www.pulselive.co.ke/news/suspects-linked-to-death-of-strathmore-university-graduate-keagan-githua-arrested/1sq6c2d

    Tuko Newshttps

    https://www.tuko.co.ke/kenya/483696-githuraimatatu-state-attendant-arrested-nairobi-graduants-murder-in/

    K24 TV
    https://www.k24tv.co.ke/news/keagan-githuas-killer-arrested-86847/

    The Nairobi Review
    https://nairobireview.africa/prime-suspect-keagan-githuas-murder-arrested/

    The Standard
    https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health/features/article/2001460661/deadly-boda-boda-riding-thugs-on-the-loose-in-city-urban-areas

    The Standard
    https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health/features/article/2001460661/deadly-boda-boda-riding-thugs-on-the-loose-in-city-urban-areas

    Lynn Ngugi Show
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eAqwr_z9jcw

  • This is the story of Rahab Karisa:

    In this heart-wrenching episode, we explore a shocking murder that rocked the country and sparked a chilling question: Can we ever fully vet the people we invite to work in our homes? Join us as we explore the devastating consequences of misplaced trust in this haunting story.

    Credits:

    Cover Art

    F.Nur, PitchR Media

    Editing/Production

    F. Nur, PitchR Media

    Theme Song

    "Dunia Ina Mambo" by Just A Band (original song by The Mighty Cavaliers)

    News Credits & Clips:

    LinkedIn

    https://ke.linkedin.com/in/rahab-karisa-78082799

    The Nairobian

    https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/thenairobian/news/article/2001478369/killer-maid-suspect-in-kilifi-chief-officer-murder-arrested

    Citizen Digital

    https://www.citizen.digital/news/house-help-suspected-of-killing-kilifi-chief-officer-rahab-karisa-arraigned-n324372

    CITIZEN TV

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xsrIphMgSWk

    Nairobi Wire

    https://nairobiwire.com/2023/07/rahab-karisa-murder-househelp-confesses.html

    NATION TV

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oI69P0DcJ14

    Nation Media

    https://nation.africa/kenya/counties/kilifi/house-help-linked-to-rahab-karisa-stabbing-bought-mother-shopping-then-fled-towards-uganda-4317464

    Tuko News

    https://www.tuko.co.ke/kenya/counties/514730-rahab-karisa-5-photos-kilifi-county-officer-allegedly-killed-by-house-help/

    Pulse

    https://www.pulselive.co.ke/news/local/kilifi-officer-rahab-karisas-husband-uncovers-househelps-motive-for-stabbing-her/ymtfg3v

    People Daily

    https://www.pd.co.ke/news/suspected-murderer-detained-as-new-details-emerge-193109/

    KENYA NEWS AGENCY

    https://www.kenyanews.go.ke/sombre-mood-as-mourners-call-for-justice-for-slain-kilifi-chief-officer/

    Facebook

    https://web.facebook.com/mmera.maxwel/?_rdc=1&_rdr

    KENYANS.CO.KE

    https://www.kenyans.co.ke/news/91500-autopsy-results-detail-how-killifi-chief-officer-was-murdered
  • This is the story of Kevin Matundura:

    A cautionary tale about the intersection of youth and poor decision-making, and how one person's choices can irreversibly shape their destiny.

    *This podcast episode discusses a true crime case involving a non-descriptive incident of sexual assault. While we approach this topic with sensitivity and discretion, we wish to forewarn listeners that it may be distressing for some. Listener discretion is advised*

    Credits:

    Cover Art

    F.Nur, PitchR Media

    Editing/Production

    F. Nur, PitchR Media

    Theme Song

    "Dunia Ina Mambo" by Just A Band (original song by The Mighty Cavaliers)

    News Credits & Clips:

    Standard Media https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health/counties/article/2001467131/man-who-fell-in-love-with-house-help-during-robbery-sentenced-to-death

    Daily Nation

    https://nation.africa/kenya/counties/nakuru/death-sentence-for-robber-who-fell-in-love-with-victim-4123692

    Tuko News

    https://www.tuko.co.ke/kenya/494649-nakuru-man-fell-love-house-robbery-incident-jailed-life/

    Daily Nation

    https://nation.africa/kenya/counties/nakuru/puzzle-of-armed-robber-who-fell-in-love-with-his-victim-4091058

    Citizen Digital

    https://www.citizen.digital/news/two-thugs-face-long-jail-term-after-one-asked-female-victim-to-meet-him-at-restaurant-after-robbery-n312943

    Mtaa WanguNakuru

    https://www.citizen.digital/news/two-thugs-face-long-jail-term-after-one-asked-female-victim-to-meet-him-at-restaurant-after-robbery-n312943

    Nairobi Wire

    https://nairobiwire.com/2023/02/death-sentence-for-armed-robber-who-asked-victim-out-on-a-date.html

    The Star

    https://www.the-star.co.ke/news/realtime/2023-02-15-two-men-handed-death-sentences-for-robbery-with-violence/

    TV 47

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v3F6eASc2kc

    Faculty of Law Blogs/ University of Oxford

    https://blogs.law.ox.ac.uk/research-and-subject-groups/death-penalty-research-unit/blog/2022/06/death-penalty-kenya-punishment
  • In Part 2 of the case of Herman Rouwenhorst, we go deeper into the intricate details of Herman Rouwenhorst's murder and reveal the suspects' potential motives, shedding new light on this shocking case.

    Credits:

    Cover Art - F.Nur, PitchR Media Editing/Production - F. Nur, PitchR Media Theme Song - "Dunia Ina Mambo" by Just A Band (original song by The Mighty Cavaliers)

    Sources:

    De Telegraaf (Netherlands)

    NTV KENYA - ⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lBDQKGz4uko⁠’

    Kenya Law case library - ⁠http://kenyalaw.org/caselaw/cases/view/218696/⁠

    National Council on the Administration of Justice Bail& Bond Policy Guidelines - chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/http://kenyalaw.org/kl/fileadmin/pdfdownloads/Bail_and_Bond_Policy_Guidelines.pdf

    NTV Weekend - ⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zqo6mlRCXTs⁠

  • In Part 1 of this 2-part episode, we explore the intriguing and tragic story of Herman Rouwenhorst, a Dutch national who embarked on a serene life of retirement in Kenya's idyllic coastal region, only to meet a shocking and mysterious end. Join us as we investigate the characters who were part of Herman's life and the puzzling circumstances of his murder.

    Credits:

    Cover Art - F.Nur, PitchR Media Editing/Production - F. Nur, PitchR Media Theme Song - "Dunia Ina Mambo" by Just A Band (original song by The Mighty Cavaliers)

    Sources:

    NTV - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lBDQKGz4uko Aludah Klemarz TV - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qh7dfFhJHVk&t=46s
  • This is the story of Priscilla Kolongei, a Kenyan flight attendant whose life took a dark and dangerous turn when she found herself at the centre of a high-stakes crime that would ultimately unravel her world.

    This true crime episode contains adult themes, and information regarding narcotic distribution which, may be distressing to some listeners. Listener discretion is advised.

    Credits:

    Cover Art - F.Nur, PitchR Media

    Editing/Production - F. Nur, PitchR Media

    Theme Song - "Dunia Ina Mambo" by Just A Band (original song by The Mighty Cavaliers)

    News Clips:

    Citizen TV -

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G9tWhRk91P0

  • In this gripping first episode, we delve into the shocking murder of Ivy Wangechi. Ivy, a promising medical student at the Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital, met her tragic end in a gruesome attack that sent shockwaves throughout her medical school community, and the entire country. Join us as we uncover the motives behind this heinous act and the impact it had on Ivy's loved ones and society at large.

    This true crime episode contains descriptions of violence and may be distressing to some listeners. Listener discretion is advised.

    Credits:

    Cover Art: F.Nur, PitchR Media

    Editing/Production: F. Nur, PitchR Media

    Theme Song: "Dunia Ina Mambo" by Just A Band (original song by The Mighty Cavaliers)

    News Clips:

    Citizen TV Kenya

    https://youtu.be/VnSBQjx3-Hc?feature=shared

    Nairobi News

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9I2Q0rW63LI

    NTV Kenya

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aWN5wxcGSb0