Bidemi Ologunde

Yoruba Proverbs with Bidemi Ologunde

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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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15: Proverbs with a Special Guest - Olayinka Abisoye. 13.04.2022 10:52

This episode features a special guest, Olayinka Abisoye, my longtime friend. We analyzed five Yoruba proverbs that describe concepts such as respect, shamelessness, and self-preservation. 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 , availa...

14: "Àgbà kì í sorò bí èwe." 06.04.2022 11:19

In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde analyzed five Yoruba proverbs that describe concepts such as situational awareness, avoiding danger, empty personalities, and compensating for individual weaknesses. 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 Infl...

13: "Àgbà kán se béè l’Ógùn; Yemoja ló gbé e lo." 30.03.2022 10:55

In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde analyzed five Yoruba proverbs that describe concepts such as self-deception, decorum, and thoughtfulness. 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 & Noble.

12: Proverbs with a Special Guest - Jeremiah Ifeoluwa Oyewole. 24.03.2022 17:11

This episode features a special guest, Jeremiah Ifeoluwa Oyewole , a longtime friend and brother. We analyzed five Yoruba proverbs that describe concepts such as actions and consequences, knowing one’s vulnerabilities, and self-deprivation. Please send questions, comments, and suggestions to bidemi@bidemiologunde.com . Check out host Bidemi Ologunde 's latest book, Feet of Clay: Democracy, De...

11: "Adétèé sòrò méjì, ó fìkan puró; ó ní nígbàtí òún lu omo òun lábàrá, òún já a léèékánná pàtì." 16.03.2022 7:02

In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde analyzed five Yoruba proverbs that describe concepts such as self-respect and exercising caution. 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 & Noble.

10: "Abánijeun bí aláìmora, ó bu òkèlè bí ègbón ìyá rè." 09.03.2022 11:04

In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde analyzed five Yoruba proverbs that describe concepts such as exercising restraint, raising children, anger management, and behavior moderation. 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...

9: "A pè ó lómo erín-màgbon, ò nyò; shé ìwo lo mi àgbon?" 02.03.2022 8:03

In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde analyzed five Yoruba proverbs that describe concepts such as self-awareness, self-respect, and taking 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 , available on Amazon, eBay, and Barnes &...

8: "A n sòrò olè, aláboyún ndáhùn; odiidi èèyàn ló gbé pamó." 23.02.2022 9:05

In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde analyzed five Yoruba proverbs that describe concepts such as taking responsibility and self-awareness. 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 & Noble.

7: "A ngé e lówó, ó mbo òrùka." 16.02.2022 10:58

In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde analyzed five Yoruba proverbs that describe concepts such as making comparisons, overzealousness, self-awareness, and recklessness. 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...

6: "A kì í yàgò fún “Mo gun esin rí.”" 09.02.2022 6:13

In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde analyzed five Yoruba proverbs that describe concepts such as self-assessment, minding your business, peer pressure, making assumptions, and living on past glory. 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 Influenc...

5: "A kì í mú oko lónà ká sèmélé; tajá teran ní mbúni." 02.02.2022 6:53

In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde analyzed five Yoruba proverbs that describe concepts such as knowing your limits, behaving in public, and safety at home. 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 Barn...

4: "A kì í kórira òfón-òn ka finá bo ahéré." 26.01.2022 5:52

In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde analyzed five Yoruba proverbs that describe concepts such as self-awareness, progression, responsibilities, self-preservation, moderation and decorum. 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 , availa...

3: "A kì í fi orí wé oríi Mokúsiré; bí Mokúsiré bá kú láàárò, a jí lálé." 19.01.2022 7:43

In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde analyzed five Yoruba proverbs that describe concepts such as copycat behaviors, respectability, living up to expectations, moderation, and conflict resolution. 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...

2: "A kì í dàgbà má láyà; ibi ayé bá báni là n je é." 12.01.2022 7:33

In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde analyzed five Yoruba proverbs that describe concepts such as adaptation, caution, minding one’s business, prudence, and decorum. 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, a...

1: "A kì í bá oba pàlà kí okó oba má sánni lésè." 05.01.2022 10:25

In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde analyzed five Yoruba proverbs that describe concepts such as knowing your place and behaving accordingly, moderation in behavior, dealing with people in authority, and taking care to not overreact to situations. Please send questions, comments, and suggestions to bidemi@bidemiologunde.com . Check out host Bidemi Ologunde's latest book, Feet of Clay: Democ...

Introduction (Start Here) 22.12.2021 12:00

This introductory episode will provide insights into the Yoruba people, the Yoruba language, the Yoruba literature, and the depth and richness of Yoruba proverbs. 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 B...