Ancient Roots, Modern Paths: Exploring Orisa and Ifa Wisdom
by Iya Ekundayo Efuntomisin
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Feeling Overwhelmed? Call On Your Ori.
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About this podcast
Ancient Roots, Modern Paths: Exploring Orisa and Ifa Wisdom, is a captivating podcast that delves deep into the rich spiritual traditions of Orisa and Ifa belief.
Embark on a transformative journey where ancient wisdom meets modern practice. Learn how to apply the sacred teachings of the West African Yoruba cultural and spiritual tradition to live a whole, happy life.
Episodes
The newest 20 of 124 episodes
- Feeling Overwhelmed? Call On Your Ori. · 14 min · Season 3The global disruption and uncertainty is taking a toll on many people. Overwhelmed by uncertainty, now is the time to get grounded. In this episode, Oloye Ekundayo shares why now…
- How Many Relationships Can You Handle? · 21 min · Season 3Imagine dating multiple people at one time and trying to create a lasting relationship with each one. Is it possible? Nope! In this episode, Oloye Ekundayo disrupts the notion…
- What is Idosu & Igbodu? · 21 min · Season 3Did you know that Orisa initiations has its own process and that its not the same as the initiation to Ifa? In this episode, Oloye Ekundayo explores the differences between Idosu…
- 5 Lessons I Learned Serving in an Ile · 30 min · Season 3What role does leadership, community, inclusion, and respect play in developing thriving Iles? What opportunities do Ile members have to intentionally create a beautiful…
- Oloye (Chief) FAMA Speaks on Love & Ifa · 41 min · Season 3First aired in 2024. Early on in my Ifa/Orisa journey, I discovered the writings of Chief FAMA. She is an esteemed leader and scholar in the Yoruba Ifa/Orisa tradition. Chief…
- Is Your Ego Out of Control? · 21 min · Season 3Spiritual work is NOT about keeping up with the Joneses. Becoming onisese (a devotee of the Orisa tradition/culture) is NOT about cute beads and fancy clothes. Nope! Its about…
- How Envy and Jealousy Ruined My Day! · 22 min · Season 3We don't like to talk about this, but all of us experience envy, jealousy, and comparison (sometimes on a daily basis). In this episode, Oloye Ekundayo shares her experience when…
- 4 Key Life Lessons to Cultivate · 22 min · Season 3The world odu, Ologbon Meji (Oturupon Meji) is an Odu Ifa that encourages deep introspection and cultivation of wisdom. In this episode, Oloye Ekundayo explores a short parable…
- What Kind of Leader Are You? · 24 min · Season 3Are you the kind of leader that people feel better in your presence because you make them better? Or the alternative? Leadership and good character go hand in hand. In this…
- How to Get Ancestral Support · 24 min · Season 3Ancestral veneration can sometimes be overlooked in the modern, Western world. In this episode, Oloye Ekundayo discusses the guidance given in the Odu Ifa Ologbon Meji (World…
- How to Tap into Ori's Guidance. · 20 min · Season 3How important is our Ori in the Isese tradition and in our lives? Is Ifa more important? In this episode, Oloye Ekundayo explores the messages from the World Odu, Ologbon Meji…
- The World Odu is Here! · 22 min · Season 3The guidance from the World Odu for 2025-26 is available. In the next five episodes, Oloye Ekundayo will explore various messages in the Odu to guide our lives and work on Earth…
- What Will Your Character Cost You? · 14 min · Season 3The Orisa/Ifa cultural and spiritual tradition is an extraordinary character development system. In this episode, Oloye Ekundayo explores our work here on Earth and all the…
- How the Gossipy Monkey was Banished · 17 min · Season 3What kind of a friend or family member are you? Do you support the people around you? In this episode, Oloye Ekundayo tells a story of Obatala and Alakedun, the monkey who tried…
- Don't Let the Ratchet Get You! · 23 min · Season 3What is character? What is leadership? In this episode, Oloye Ekundayo explores how we need to remember the true qualities of leadership. Character (Iwa pele) is the foundation…
- Season 3 is Here! · 17 min · Season 3Season 3 is here! In this episode, Oloye Ekundayo shares insights on the last 100+ days of silence and reflection as she looks forward to the Yoruba new year. FEATURED COURSE…
- I Am Here with a Mission! - Day 31 Ori Prayer & Meditation · 8 minDay 31 of the Ori Prayer and Meditation. Start the journey to connect with your Ori. In this episode, Oloye Ekundayo shares a short, simple prayer to connect with your Ori (inner…
- My Ori is My Source - Day 30 Ori Prayer & Meditation · 7 minDay 30 of the Ori Prayer and Meditation. Start the journey to connect with your Ori. In this episode, Oloye Ekundayo shares a short, simple prayer to connect with your Ori (inner…
- I Am Elevated & Clear - Day 29 Ori Prayer & Meditation · 6 minDay 29 of the Ori Prayer and Meditation. Start the journey to connect with your Ori. In this episode, Oloye Ekundayo shares a short, simple prayer to connect with your Ori (inner…
- My Ori is My Manifestor - Day 28 Ori Prayer & Meditation · 6 minDay 28 of the Ori Prayer and Meditation. Start the journey to connect with your Ori. In this episode, Oloye Ekundayo shares a short, simple prayer to connect with your Ori (inner…
