Bidemi Ologunde
Yoruba Proverbs with Bidemi Ologunde
Yoruba Proverbs with Bidemi Ologunde is a Yoruba language, culture, and wisdom podcast that uses timeless òwe (proverbs) to interpret modern life. Hosted by Nigerian-born intelligence analyst, author, and podcaster Bidemi Ologunde, each episode connects Yoruba proverbs with contemporary events, diaspora identity, family, character, values, tradition, and everyday decision-making for fluent speakers, learners, and anyone interested in Yoruba heritage.
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Jul 4, 2026
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Episodes
40: "Eégún wolé, ó ní òun ò rí Ejonto; Ejontó ní, “Àkísà ni, àbí kíní wolé?"" 05.10.2022 16:38
In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde analyzed five Yoruba proverbs describing mutual respect, overreaching, and self-awareness. Check out host Bidemi Ologunde's other creative outlets on LinkTree.
39: "Dìgbòlugi-dìgbòlùùyàn, kò jé ká mo ajá tòótó." 28.09.2022 32:32
In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde analyzed five Yoruba proverbs describing modesty, self-esteem, and looking for trouble. Check out host Bidemi Ologunde's other creative outlets on LinkTree.
38: "Bí ojó ewúré ba pé, a ní kò sí ohun tí alápatàá lè fi òun se." 21.09.2022 18:43
In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde analyzed five Yoruba proverbs describing self-awareness, maturity, responsible behavior, and restraint. Check out host Bidemi Ologunde's other creative outlets on LinkTree.
37: "Bí olóde ò kú, òdee rè kì í hu gbégi." 14.09.2022 19:59
In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde analyzed five Yoruba proverbs describing responsibility, decorum, adaptability, and self-respect. Check out host Bidemi Ologunde's other creative outlets on LinkTree.
36: "Bí ojú bá rí, enu a dáké." 08.09.2022 15:02
In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde analyzed five Yoruba proverbs describing humility, self-respect, and discretion. Check out host Bidemi Ologunde's other creative outlets on LinkTree.
35: "Bí kò sí tòbùn èèyàn, ta ni ìbá jí lówùúrò tí kó bójú sásá?" 01.09.2022 16:07
In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde analyzed five Yoruba proverbs that describe concepts such as courage, humility, the power of habits, and self-respect. Check out host Bidemi Ologunde's other creative outlets on LinkTree.
34: "Bí elébo ò bá peni, àsefín ò yeni." 25.08.2022 17:05
In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde analyzed five Yoruba proverbs that describe concepts such as respect, self-awareness, arrogance, and pride. Check out host Bidemi Ologunde's other creative outlets on LinkTree.
33: "Bí a kò bá tó baba omoó se, a kì í pe alákàrà." 18.08.2022 19:10
In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde analyzed five Yoruba proverbs that describe concepts such as arrogance, self-respect, humility, and forbearance. Check out host Bidemi Ologunde's other creative outlets on LinkTree.
32: "Bí a kò bá tíì jókòó, a kì í nasè." 10.08.2022 13:38
In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde analyzed five Yoruba proverbs that describe concepts such as giving credit where it is due, honesty, setting priorities, and overreaching. Check out host Bidemi Ologunde's other creative outlets on LinkTree.
31: "Bí a bá ti lè se là nwí; a kì í yan àna eni lódì." 03.08.2022 10:48
In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde analyzed five Yoruba proverbs that describe concepts such as self-respect, situational awareness, knowing one’s limitations, and taking responsibility. Check out host Bidemi Ologunde's other creative outlets on LinkTree.
30: "Bí a bá mbá omodé jeun lóko, gànmùganmu imú eni ní nwò." 27.07.2022 15:17
In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde analyzed five Yoruba proverbs that describe concepts such as self-respect, busybody behavior, self-comparison, and excessive familiarity. Check out host Bidemi Ologunde's other creative outlets on LinkTree.
29: "Ayò àyòjù làkèré fi nsé nítan." 20.07.2022 13:24
In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde analyzed five Yoruba proverbs that describe concepts such as moderation and self-awareness. Check out host Bidemi Ologunde's other creative outlets on LinkTree.
28: "Àáyá yó níjó kan, ó ní ká ká òun léhín òkánkán." 13.07.2022 15:52
In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde analyzed five Yoruba proverbs that describe concepts such as self-awareness, self-recognition, self-aggrandizement, and excessive behavior. Check out host Bidemi Ologunde's other creative outlets on LinkTree.
27: "Aso àfòfún ò jé ká mo olówó." 06.07.2022 13:16
In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde analyzed five Yoruba proverbs that describe concepts such as moderation, humility, appearances, and frugality. Check out host Bidemi Ologunde's other creative outlets on LinkTree.
26: "Aròlèkè ò ro bàtà; gbédó gbédó ò ro ojúgun." 29.06.2022 10:58
In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde analyzed five Yoruba proverbs that describe concepts such as caution, humility, self-esteem, and self-awareness. Check out host Bidemi Ologunde's other creative outlets on LinkTree.
25: "Apá èkúté-ilé ò ká awùsá; kìkìi yíyíkiri ló mo." 22.06.2022 12:32
In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde analyzed five Yoruba proverbs that describe concepts such as humility, respect, knowing one’s limits, and moderation. Check out host Bidemi Ologunde's other creative outlets on LinkTree.
24: "Àmòtékùn-ún fara jo ekùn, kò lè se bí ekùn." 15.06.2022 14:32
In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde analyzed five Yoruba proverbs that describe concepts such as self-respect, self-awareness, moderation, and self-control. Check out host Bidemi Ologunde's other creative outlets on LinkTree.
23: "Alásejù ní ngbébo kojá ìdí èsù; a-gbé-sàráà-kojá-mósálásí." 09.06.2022 21:04
In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde analyzed five Yoruba proverbs that describe concepts such as frugality, self-respect, discretion, moderation, humility, and modesty. Check out host Bidemi Ologunde's other creative outlets on LinkTree.
22: "Àkùko adìye fi dídáji sàgbà; ó fi sísu-sílè sèwe." 01.06.2022 19:02
In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde analyzed five Yoruba proverbs that describe concepts such as misplaced self-confidence, self-respect, excessive pickiness, and taking on responsibility. Please send questions, comments, and suggestions to bidemi@bidemiologunde.com . Check out host Bidemi Ologunde's latest book, Feet of Clay: Democracy, Democratic Values & Destructive Influences , avai...
21: "Àjepò ni tàdán." 25.05.2022 18:40
In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde analyzed five Yoruba proverbs that describe concepts such as carelessness, self-restraint, gluttony, and self-respect. Please send questions, comments, and suggestions to bidemi@bidemiologunde.com . Check out host Bidemi Ologunde's latest book, Feet of Clay: Democracy, Democratic Values & Destructive Influences , available on Amazon, eBay, and Barnes...
20: Proverbs with a Special Guest - Wuraola Trebble (Nee Ogunsanya). 18.05.2022 19:22
This episode features a special guest, Wuraola Trebble (Nee Ogunsanya), my wife’s longtime friend and sister. We analyzed five Yoruba proverbs that describe concepts such as self-awareness, overreaching, and excessive behavior. Please send questions, comments, and suggestions to bidemi@bidemiologunde.com . Check out host Bidemi Ologunde 's latest book, Feet of Clay: Democracy, Democratic Valu...
19: Proverbs with a Special Guest - Olayinka Ejirinde. 11.05.2022 19:20
This episode features a special guest, Olayinka Ejirinde, my brother and longtime friend of almost 20 years. We analyzed five Yoruba proverbs that describe concepts such as taking responsibility, finding excuses, and bravery. Please send questions, comments, and suggestions to bidemi@bidemiologunde.com . Check out host Bidemi Ologunde 's latest book, Feet of Clay: Democracy, Democratic Values...
18: Proverbs with a Special Guest - Faramade Ogunlesi. 04.05.2022 17:58
This episode features a special guest, Faramade Ogunlesi, my wife’s longtime friend and sister. We analyzed five Yoruba proverbs that describe concepts such as familiarity and contempt, knowing one’s limitations, and overreaching. Please send questions, comments, and suggestions to bidemi@bidemiologunde.com . Check out host Bidemi Ologunde 's latest book, Feet of Clay: Democracy, Democratic V...
17: Proverbs with a Special Guest - Oluwatobi Oladeji. 27.04.2022 16:38
This episode features a special guest, Oluwatobi Oladeji, my longtime friend. We analyzed five Yoruba proverbs that describe concepts such as overreaching, ignorance, incompetence, and excessive behavior. Please send questions, comments, and suggestions to bidemi@bidemiologunde.com . Check out host Bidemi Ologunde 's latest book, Feet of Clay: Democracy, Democratic Values & Destructive In...
16: Proverbs with a Special Guest - Yewande Aiyerin. 20.04.2022 10:52
This episode features a special guest, Yewande Aiyerin, my wife’s good friend, and my good friend’s wife – basically a family friend😁. We analyzed five Yoruba proverbs that describe concepts such as ownership, self-awareness, decisiveness, and avoiding embarrassment. Please send questions, comments, and suggestions to bidemi@bidemiologunde.com . Check out host Bidemi Ologunde 's latest book,...
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