VIP ACCESS
by Anyiko Owoko
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About this podcast
Anyiko Owoko is one of Africa’s leading music publicists, curators and tastemakers, celebrated for her impact on music, culture and the creative industries. With 20 years experience across broadcast, digital & print media as a writer, editor, reporter & TV host, she brings deep industry insight to her work. In 2018, she founded Anyiko Public Relations, an artist agency championing African talent to global audiences. She is also the creator and host of VIP ACCESS, a culture and industry-focused podcast that has over 100 artists and professionals shaping Kenya and Africa's creative economy.
Episodes
The newest 20 of 101 episodes
- The Future of Nairobi Nightlife — A Spotlight on The DJ Ecosystem Part 2 | S5: EP 22 · 46 min · Season 5 Episode 22We are back with our finale episode of Season 5 of VIP ACCESS. On part 2 of or conversation spotlighting the role of DJs, we bring back Schwaz Isaboke (DJ, Producer & Music Lead…
- The Future of Nairobi Nightlife — A Spotlight on The DJ Ecosystem Part 1 | S5: EP 21 · 1 h 4 min · Season 5 Episode 21Nairobi’s nightlife is evolving and so is the business behind it. This week on the podcast, we present the first of a 2-part Season 5 finale, featuring Schwaz Isaboke (DJ…
- The Rules For What an African Creator Can Build | S5: EPS 20 · 1 h 3 min · Season 5 Episode 20Africa is moving forward, and so are we. This week on the podcast, we have Grammy Award-nominated global superstar Yemi Alade reflecting on her journey as one of Africa’s biggest…
- Sound Beyond Borders with Jeremiah Asiamah | S5: EP 19 · 17 min · Season 5 Episode 19I hosted a special edition of the British Council's Creative Hustle in Nairobi featuring Jeremiah Asiamah, internationally acclaimed DJ, BBC Radio 1 & 1Xtra broadcaster. This…
- Making Kenyan Stories Bankable: Craft vs Commerce Part 2: S5: EP 18 · 51 min · Season 5 Episode 18This week, we continue the conversation with super star actress Kenyan actress Mumbi Maina, writer and director Arnold Mwanjila and Susan Mbogo from DocuBox as we unpack the…
- Making Kenyan Stories Bankable: Craft Vs Commerce Part 1 | S5: EP 17 · 45 min · Season 5 Episode 17This week on the podcast, we are joined by International Kenyan actor Mumbi Maina, Director and Scriptwriter Arnold Mwanjila and Susan Mbogo from DocuBox for a conversation…
- Safety Planning for More Inclusive & Safer Spaces in The Industry | S5: EP 16 · 28 min · Season 5 Episode 16As we wrap up our production and events series this season on VIP ACCESS, today’s episode focuses on safety planning for more inclusive and secure event spaces. We’re joined by…
- Curating Festivals: Lineups & Experiences That Speak Volumes Part 2 | S5: EP 15 · 54 min · Season 5 Episode 15On Part two of Curating Festivals, we are once again joined by Wanjeri Gakuru, Sheba Hirst and Ayrosh, who bring their own perspective, skills and experience on building…
- Curating Festivals: Lineups & Experiences That Speak Volumes Part 1 | S5: EP 14 · 58 min · Season 5 Episode 14We love Festivals! All sorts of festivals, from music, film to literature. This week on the podcast we are hosting curators behind some of your fave festivals: Wanjeri Gakuru…
- Inside Event Production, Artist Bookings & Fan Experience Part 2 | S5: EP 13 · 41 min · Season 5 Episode 13Event production, artist bookings and fan experience are not just about logistics, they are shaped by deeper relationships and unseen dynamics, and that’s the focus of Part 2 of…
- Inside Event Production, Artist Bookings & Fan Experience Part 1 | S5: EP 12 · 42 min · Season 5 Episode 12Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes to make an event successful? We ae diving deeper into Events in this part of season 5 and this week, we are joined by pros in the…
- What Does Success Look Like For An Artist? | S5: EP 11 · 1 h 4 min · Season 5 Episode 11Success in music today is no longer one-dimensional, it’s personal, political and constantly evolving. So what does success really look like for an artist in 2026? This week on…
- Licensing Your Sound for Ads, Film & TV Part 2 | S5: EP 10 · 1 h 5 min · Season 5 Episode 10We are back this week with the final part of our conversation around Music licensing, publishing and sync placements featuring publishing specialist Shiro Mwendwa, award-winning…
- Licensing Your Sound for Ads, Film & TV Part 1 | S5: EP 9 · 59 min · Season 5 Episode 9Music licensing, publishing and sync placements remain some of the most powerful — yet least understood — revenue streams in the African music industry, and that’s our focus on…
- The Art & Business of Writing Music for Film & TV Part 2 | S5: EP 8 · 36 min · Season 5 Episode 8In Part 2 of our discussion on Writing Music for Film & TV, Anyiko is hosting award-winning filmmaker Grace Kahaki, interdisciplinary artist and sound designer Jim Chuchu and…
- The Art & Business of Writing Music for Film & TV Part 1 | S5: EP 7 · 43 min · Season 5 Episode 7Music on screen enhances storytelling, emotion and strategy and that's our focus on the podcast this week, presenting award-winning filmmaker Grace Kahaki, interdisciplinary…
- Content Creation, Music & Culture - Shaping Africa’s Narrative | S5: EP 6 · 49 min · Season 5 Episode 6Content today is more than promotion it’s currency and a culture mover! Multifaceted content creator and TV host Ann Muli, celebrated filmmaker and cinematographer Enos Olik and…
- Your Online Footprint & the Future of New Media Entrepreneurship | S5: EP 5 · 60 min · Season 5 Episode 5This week we are featuring podcasting pioneer Adelle Onyango, media personality and podcaster Calvin Wanguku, and TikTok star–turned radio host and TV actress Azziad Nasenya on a…
- The Art of Building Sustainable Influencer Entrepreneurship | S5: EP 4 · 1 h 1 min · Season 5 Episode 4Excited to whisk you away to Uganda, Kampala this week! I met Lucy Bunyenyezi (Lucy_Smize) - Ugandan travel, food and lifestyle visual storyteller and founder of Forking Around…
- Intellectual Property, Publishing & Legal Rules Every Artist Should Know | S5: EP 3 · 45 min · Season 5 Episode 3I used to think understanding Copyright and Intellectual Property is complicated but thank God I met Wandiri Karimi and June Gachui, because these women make it so easy. On this…
