Best Babalawos Podcasts (2025)

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Double Standards: Abrahamic Contradictions vs. Ifá's Sacred Balance 33:42

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4M ago33:42

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Send us a text Let’s now explore the contradictions within the Abrahamic texts (Bible, Torah, Quran) and compare those with the accusations often hurled at Ifá—such as idolatry, animal sacrifice, multiple deities, witchcraft, and ancestral veneration. Our aim is to expose the hypocrisy, using direct scriptural references from the Abrahamic traditio…

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The Truth About Forced Conversions & Religious Fear Tactics | Why Ifá Rejects Hell & Coercion 45:50

7M ago45:50

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Send us a text Have you ever wondered why some religions use fear to keep people in line? Why do so many faiths insist on forced conversions, and what purpose does the concept of Hell actually serve? In this episode, we take a deep dive into: 🔥 The brutal history of forced religious conversions and the millions who died as a result. 🔥 How Christian…

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Wealth & Spirituality in Ifa 23:00

12M ago23:00

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Send us a text This topic is controversial because Ifa teaches the importance of balance between spiritual and material pursuits, but modern interpretations sometimes emphasize the pursuit of wealth, potentially at the expense of spiritual growth and integrity. The Odu offer nuanced perspectives on this, making it a deep area for discussion. Suppor…

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What Does a Spiritual Path Look Like in Lukumí! 28:54

1y ago28:54

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Send us a text This episode dives into an honest discussion about the importance of having a clear understanding of your journey within the Lukumí faith. It emphasizes the need for self-awareness and direction in your spiritual practice, offering insights on how to recognize where you are on your path and what the next steps might be. Whether you'r…

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Cultural Preservation vs. Global Adaptation 26:23

1+ y ago26:23

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Send us a text As Ifa and Orisha traditions gain popularity worldwide, there is a growing concern among traditional practitioners about the potential for commercialization to dilute the essence and sanctity of these ancient practices. Support the showBy Shubert Mendez (Omo Odu Odi Leke)

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Ifa & Why 16:23

1+ y ago16:23

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Send us a text Deep dive on my story, but things to think about as you transition in this faith. Support the showBy Shubert Mendez (Omo Odu Odi Leke)

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Odu Ifa & War 25:32

2y ago25:32

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Send us a text It's important to note that the Odu Ifá are multifaceted and their interpretations can vary widely. The relationship between these Odu and the points made earlier is interpretative and based on broad themes within the Odu, rather than direct, specific correlations. Each Odu contains a multitude of verses and teachings, and their appl…

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Iyanifa 29:59

2y ago29:59

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Send us a text Support the showBy Shubert Mendez (Omo Odu Odi Leke)

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What to Expect in this Faith! -Real Talk! 37:37

2y ago37:37

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Send us a text Initiation into Ifa and Osha is a deeply spiritual and transformative process, intended to bring the initiate closer to the Orishas. However, spiritual leader and practitioner seem to be missing the mark...but why? Support the showBy Shubert Mendez (Omo Odu Odi Leke)

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Your Ita (Advice, Life Direction, etc.) 29:16

2y ago29:16

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Send us a text Speaking on the Afro-Cuban (Diaspora) lineage, what does the advice mean, how do I apply it? Support the showBy Shubert Mendez (Omo Odu Odi Leke)

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Legitimacy 48:23

2y ago48:23

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Send us a text Let's talk about truth and our pursuit of finding our path. Support the showBy Shubert Mendez (Omo Odu Odi Leke)

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Differences & Similarities 26:44

2+ y ago26:44

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Send us a text Wish I could say more and there is more to be told...as I feel out this podcast and its relevance to help our community with real talk...we will continue to explore. Support the show

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S1 E9 The Super Wise Exhaustion Episode 20:31

2+ y ago20:31

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Listen. "Tired" is a natural state of being. It's just as natural as breathing and your heart beating. Ease up on yourself. It's okay to rest. It's also okay to be tired. Exhaustion is a real killer out here in these stress-filled streets. Support the show The Super Wise Website The Super Wise YouTube The Super Wise Insta The Super Wise Tik Tok…

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Odu Ika Fun 29:10

2+ y ago29:10

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Send us a text Lets talk about morals and ethics. What does Ifa say about it, but what is in place for us to follow? Support the showBy Shubert Mendez (Omo Odu Odi Leke)

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S1 E8: The Super Wise Unapologetic Episode 44:30

2+ y ago44:30

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I have been inquisitive since I can remember. Questions are my way of understanding where I fit in within the greater scheme of the world. I am a woman. Born African American. And I am super wise and intelligent. I am the antithesis of what it means to be an acceptable person. Regardless, I ask my questions, and I allow the sense that I have made o…

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S1 E7: The Super Wise Accountability Episode 41:51

2+ y ago41:51

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In today's episode, we discuss how being accountable is like having good credit--it will get you into almost any door. ...and how, on the flip side, if you lack accountability then you have to work much harder to accomplish anything. Support the show The Super Wise Website The Super Wise YouTube The Super Wise Insta The Super Wise Tik Tok…

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S1 E6: The Super Wise Love Episode 42:24

2+ y ago42:24

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Today's episode is about how we process love as a word and how we promote love into action. Support the show The Super Wise Website The Super Wise YouTube The Super Wise Insta The Super Wise Tik TokBy The Super Wise Intelligent™️

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Introduction 28:54

2+ y ago28:54

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Send us a text Let's layout the groundwork. Get to know me a bit and let's get after some tough question on Ifa and how the world is reacting to the current climate. We are not here to reveal secrets from the art of our faith. We are here to call out the real issues on people's minds...but also the good things going on in the world will get its tim…

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S1 E5: The Super Wise Grace Episode 43:24

2+ y ago43:24

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When do you know when to let go of a situation? Is it when you cannot see a peaceful resolution to the situation? Is it when the issue is harmful to you mentally, physically, emotionally, and spiritually? Is it when there is no change – no willingness to change…no acknowledgement that there is an actual problem; no progressive action? When you are …

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S1 E4: The Super Wise Happy Episode 20:27

2+ y ago20:27

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Today's episode offers various reminders to keep gratitude at the forefront of your list of items to-do. Support the show The Super Wise Website The Super Wise YouTube The Super Wise Insta The Super Wise Tik TokBy The Super Wise Intelligent™️

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S1 E3: The Super Wise Self Worth Episode 31:36

2+ y ago31:36

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In today's podcast we dig into the journey toward positive self image and self worth. Are you honest with yourself about how worthy you truly are? Are you selling yourself short? The Super Wise also spreads powerful healing energy to those who need it most. Join the converstion! Support the show The Super Wise Website The Super Wise YouTube The Sup…

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S1 E2: The Super Wise Two Score and Single Episode 36:09

2+ y ago36:09

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This episode tackles the seemingly insurmountable stigma associated with being an autonomous woman who unabashedly exists within an unforgiving society. Let's get into it. Support the show The Super Wise Website The Super Wise YouTube The Super Wise Insta The Super Wise Tik TokBy The Super Wise Intelligent™️

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S1 E1: The Super Wise Becoming Me Episode 1:04:02

2+ y ago1:04:02

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In this episode of Speak Space I discuss who I am and how I came to be. I mull over pivotal moments in my life which molded me into the woman I am, today. Support the show The Super Wise Website The Super Wise YouTube The Super Wise Insta The Super Wise Tik TokBy TheSuperWiseIntelligent™️

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Iyánifá Não Inicia Ninguém 16:25

3y ago16:25

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Como podemos blindar nossa fé, precisamos tomar muito cuidado com supostas Iyánifá que prometem iniciações para Orúnmila Agboniregn, venda de igbá de orisas quais ela não tem iniciação --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ifatooki/message

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Estelionatários da Fé 2:38:00

3y ago2:38:00

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Como podemos blindar nossa Fé, neste episodio bateremos um papo sobre como descobrir quem engana quem. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ifatooki/message

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Orisa do culto da diáspora ( Candomblé ) reconhece o culto tradicional? 17:22

4y ago17:22

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Orisa e uma energia que segue uma egregora, está em conjunção astral e está ligada ao universo, sendo assim as energias se reconhecem em toda sua essência da criação.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ifatooki/message

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Mulheres podem consultar com o Opele Ifá ? 7:49

4+ y ago7:49

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Esta é uma obra de cunho intelectual realizada com bases de pesquisa acadêmica tendo como base a obra - Ifa Divination: Communication Between Gods and Men W.Bascom. - Estudos aprofundados na cultura Nigériana em aprendizados como Dircente no curso superior de Licenciatura em história da faculdade Estácio De Sá - Rio de Janeiro - Em conformidade e p…

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Um bate papo com meu Irmão Bàbàlawó Alexandre IfáShade, Babá Fábio de Iemanja 21:19

4+ y ago21:19

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Hoje batemos um papo na varanda, com meus Irmãos e amigos sobre Esu--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ifatooki/message

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O culto de Ifá e machista ? 14:12

5y ago14:12

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Respondendo a pergunta de nosso ouvinte o Bàbàlawó Ifatoki responde sobre questões sobre o culto a Orunmila. Sabendo da estrutura religiosa do culto a Orunmila sendo em sua grande maioria sacerdotes homens, seria um culto machista ?--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ifatooki/message…

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Ose Otura. 10:45

5y ago10:45

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Muito se fala sobre Ose Otura, seria um Odú, será um Esú ? Qual é a verdade sobre o assunto?--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ifatooki/message

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Egumgum e Ancestralidade 26:32

5y ago26:32

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Egumgum um importante orisá que devemos homenagear, este nós traz saúde e prosperidade e muita alegria para familia--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ifatooki/message

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Eu aprendi assim? 10:16

5+ y ago10:16

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Neste áudio comentamos um pouco da história escravagista que justificam os processos religiosos que conhecemos hoje, a demais as justificativas que "Sacerdotes" do culto de MATRIZ AFRICANA" fogem do entendimento do culto ao "ORISÁ" oriundo do "CONTINENTE AFRICANO" --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ifatooki/message…