the great lock in of 2025: the art of doing what is necessary

In this episode I’m challenging you to lock in! It’s time to stop waiting for the “right moment” and start doing the uncomfortable, necessary things t...

I am losing it…

Is life going to always be this unpredictable? Why does it feel like everything I’ve known had been a lie? When will the confusion and stagnancy end?...

am I my brother’s keeper?

On this episode, I sat down to have a conversation with my younger brother - Lwa. We talked about teenage angst, the quest for individuality in the mo...

the struggle to forgive: can I be forgiving if I don’t forgive myself?

Forgiveness is hard—but self-forgiveness? That can feel impossible. In this episode, I explore the weight of guilt, the struggle to let go, and the ro...

so… I’m graduating! (again)

After a rather interesting journey in college, I can finally saying I’m getting my second belt and I am officially a degree holder! Join me as I expre...

the last day of undergrad: a college senior reflects

We are officially on the road to graduation, as I conclude my studies and assignments today. It’s been a long road and I honestly can’t believe I’ve m...

sibling rivalry: could parents shape sibling dynamics?

In this episode, I dive deep into the roots of sibling rivalry and explore whether parents play a central role in shaping the dynamics between their c...

how I get out of a depressive slump

Let’s open this with a beautiful quote by Murakami:
“And once the storm is over, you won't remember how you made it through, how you managed to...

mind dump: you guessed it, I’m venting again

Join me for a raw, unscripted conversation on life, love, and everything in between. I'm once again venting about relationships, mental health, and pe...

further ramblings of a spotless mind

Welcome back, friend!
This week, I’m in my living room (tw/ the ambiance is insane) as I verbally explode onto my microphone. Listen to me as I...

new season: a quick update before we begin

Hi! I’m back to share information you didn’t ask about and to treat this mic like my personal diary. Enjoy my latest ramblings and thank you for liste...

my twenties really are mid: a manifestation for independence

I want to be in my grown woman era so bad, I ended up crying in this one.

let go and let G*d.

The best form of love comes in the form of trust. Trust that He can make the impossible possible, all the time!

2024-04-19

Acne and Accutane. Adult acne to be precise. I’ve known many devils in this life but none greater than this one.

loser.

what is a loser? with the broad and dual meaning of the word, it’s hard to pinpoint what, who and how a person is one. join me as I delve into this to...

yeah neh… life: what I’ve learned so far

to my beloved spotify listeners,
Hi! 
to my other platform listeners
Hi to you too! (check out my youtube for a special surprise)

I am bigger than my negative thoughts

I managed to get myself out of a close brush with a depressive episode. I left my phone and went outside and managed to turn a terrible start to my da...

infatuation or obsession: crushes

your heart’s racing. your stomach’s turning. your palms are sweaty, knees weak, Mom’s spaghetti- woah. I got carried away there. as I was saying, thes...

loadshedding chronicles: ramblings of ethu

I thought to myself “What’s a better background sound for the podcast?” and the universe replied “A generator!”. so join me as I share some random tho...

umjolo: the pandemic

I’ve recently made the decision to be strict about myself and remain single for at least the next three years. This is to mainly focus on me and mysel...

this is what you waited for…

yeah… life is extremely unpredictable. one moment you’re on top of the world and the next you’re picking yourself off the sidewalk, wondering where it...

we’re back! (for real this time)

hello dear listener. missed me? I’ve missed you dearly. here’s a quick (and I mean Q U I C K) summary of my year thus far. let’s get back to your regu...

Season Two: Back Like Umqolo

Here Lies Ethu Season Two Trailer!
Guess whose back? Back again?
Ethu's back, tell a friend!
Missed me? Well fret no more because I'...

So...

Yet another filler episode as I adjust and teach myself how to stay consistent in the content creation space. Enjoy.

Fenting: Venting but We're Wearing Fenty

I am not in the best space and I thought it would be a great idea to tell you about it. We did say this is about the highs and l o w s of being "Ethu"...

"Where has she been?"

Routine has never been a thing for me, but I'm back! Hopefully sounding better and as entertaining as ever. Here's a recap on what I've discovered whi...

Adulting: The Bhlung's Don't Phel'

I come back! Not only am I Oarabile, but I'm also an official adult. I'm joined by my friend Chichi who also shares her experience as an adult. Follow...

E-what-thu?

Let me introduce myself and by that I mean let me overshare some details about myself that could be used as social security answers. Join me as I talk...

Here Lies Ethu (Trailer)