Podcasts about Igbo

This week, we're releasing our 200TH EPISODE! To celebrate this milestone, we're sharing a compilation of some of our favorite segments from previous episodes on spirituality and mysticism.You'll hear from Thomas and acclaimed guests with backgrounds in meditation, Buddhism, neuroscience, philosophy, poetry, and Indigenous African spirituality, including: Andrea Gibson, Bayo Akomolafe, Dr. Lisa Miller, and Jack Kornfield.Tune in for embodied wisdom, deep expertise, and powerful personal insights on the spiritual experience of mortality, the mystical traditions of the Igbo and Yoruba people, how spirituality functions in the brain, and the transformative power of collective experiences and rituals.01:24 - Andrea Gibson on Befriending Mortality 06:53 - Jack Kornfield on Finding Your Self on the Spiritual Path 19:20 - Thomas on Embodying Our Soul's Capacity 25:47 - Bayo Akomolafe on Bold Frontiers of Spiritual Healing 38:41 - Dr. Lisa Miller on The Science of Spiritual Awakening✨ Watch the video version of this episode on YouTube:

When Nenna decided to move her family to Canada, she left with an open mind and heart. Three years later, she's the founder of two businesses, a certified AI consultant, and a community-builder who has trained over a dozen immigrant entrepreneurs!In this episode of The Blackout Podcast, Nenna shares how she got her start: from her father's lessons about running toward storms, to her Igbo entrepreneurial roots. She explains why she launched Graph AI Agency to help businesses automate repetitive tasks like scheduling, lead generation, and content creation, freeing up entrepreneurs to focus on family and life.This is a conversation about resilience, generosity, and the power of sharing what you've learned.Learn more @i.am.nnenna

In this episode of So You're Living in a Simulation, Jo Li expands on her Medium article, The Three Body Problem of Consciousness, and explores one central question:What if you are not just your body, your brain, or even your mind?Jo breaks consciousness into a three-body system: the physical body, the mind, and chi, with the observer at the center. The body reacts before language. The mind explains, narrates, and often arrives late. Chi, drawing from the Igbo concept of a personal spiritual principle tied to destiny and the Socratic daimonion as an inner warning sign, becomes Jo's term for a nonlinear layer of guidance many people dismiss as intuition, coincidence, or instinct.This episode moves through Socrates' daimonion, Benjamin Libet's free will experiments, “free won't,” dreams, creative flow, placebo and nocebo effects, the 4D block universe, retrocausality, and the possibility that some forms of knowing may come from beyond ordinary conscious thought.Jo also connects these ideas to modern work culture, arguing that society benefits when people identify with the slowest, most controllable layer of themselves: the rational mind. From the eight-hour workday to corporate conditioning, she challenges listeners to stop treating themselves as small, mechanical, and powerless.This is an episode about body intelligence, mind intelligence, chi, dreams, intuition, free will, sovereignty, and what happens when you stop negotiating with your own inner systems.Topics explored:The Three Body Problem of ConsciousnessBody, mind, and chiIgbo chi and the Socratic daimonionBenjamin Libet and free won'tDreams as nonlinear processingRetrocausality and the 4D block universePlacebo, nocebo, and beliefThe modern work trapConsciousness, sovereignty, and intuitionRead the foundational essay:The Three-Body Problem of Consciousness on Mediumhttps://medium.com/@joli.artist/the-three-body-problem-of-consciousness-why-i-stopped-negotiating-with-my-own-intelligence-7bb0e302f847Get the guidebook:So You're Living in a Simulation: A Handbook for the Recently Sentienthttps://www.amazon.com/So-Youre-Living-Simulation-Handbook/dp/B0CCCMZXQHJoin the newsletter:https://mailchi.mp/a8152eedd687/joliartist-newsletter#consciousness #simulationtheory #intuition #freewill #socrates #dreams #metaphysics #philosophy #spiritualawakening

Acts 2:1-13 RMC's soon to be pastor, Trey Ferguson, preached on Pentecost Sunday, reflecting on the arrival of the power of the Holy Spirit that empowered his followers to preach the Gospel to multitudes of people in their own heart languages, no Duolingo required. In the upper room their must have been a deep sense of anticipation, waiting on the arrival of God's invitation to a partnership with God in their work. This mirrors our own anticipation as we await to see the wonders God will show us in partnering RMC with Trey and his wonderful family. How will the Holy Spirit empower this community of believers and its new pastor? Raleigh today is as cosmopolitan as Jerusalem in the time of Christ, full of new people arriving from all over the world with heart cultures of their own. Trey reminds us of the truth that as a descendant of Africans, it bears witness to an act of colonization that he is fluent in English rather than Igbo. Pushing people away from their heart language separates them from their common story and culture, and cements outsider control. Pentecost is the Holy Spirit's act of affirmation of all of people yearning to commune with God, that reaches out to people in a way that makes the most sense to them, bringing them into communion with God and other believers without colonization or coercion. As RMC strives to become a multilingual and intercultural church, we sit in anticipation of what the Holy Spirit might do with our efforts to imagine a community that embodies this spirit of communion.

En juillet 2021, David Benaym part au Nigeria avec une petite équipe pour tourner un documentaire sur les communautés Igbo qui se revendiquent descendantes des tribus perdues d'Israël. Un matin, des hommes armés débarquent devant leur hôtel sous prétexte d'un contrôle de police. et très vite, une évidence : ce n'est pas un contrôle. C'est un enlèvement.Le livre raconte cette captivité, la peur, les négociations, les heures où l'on ne sait plus si l'on va rentrer vivant. Mais David Benaym ne se contente jamais d'écrire un récit d'otage.

The Igbo Apprenticeship System—often called Igba Boi or Imu—is a remarkable tradition rooted in the culture of the Igbo people of Nigeria. More than just vocational training, it serves as a powerful engine for entrepreneurship and community upliftment. In this system, young people learn valuable trade or business skills directly from an experienced mentor (known as the Oga) over a set period. At the end of their apprenticeship, these young trainees are not only equipped with skills but are also supported by their Oga to launch their own independent businesses.This time-honored system has played a crucial role in fostering self-reliance, reducing poverty, and driving sustainable economic growth within the Igbo community, making it one of Africa's most successful grassroots business incubation models.

Become a Parajunkie and support the show:Patreon.com/hauntedcitypodcastTonight, we descend into the haunted heart of the Lowcountry.From Charleston's infamous Lavinia Fisher (Also occasionally pronounced “La-vine-ia” or "La-vine-na" in some retellings) and the terrifying legends surrounding the Old City Jail, to the tragic and deeply powerful story of Igbo Landing on the Georgia coast, to Jacksonville's abandoned “Devil School,” this episode explores the ghost stories, folklore, and dark history buried beneath the Southeast coastline.Along the way we dive into:The legend of America's “first female serial killer”The haunting folklore of Igbo LandingFlorida's terrifying abandoned Devil SchoolPublic executions, haunted jails, and Lowcountry urban legendsSatanic panic, ghost lore, and Southern horror historyAs a Parajunkie you'll get:• Ad-free episodes• Exclusive investigations and livestreams• Access to evidence reviews and behind-the-scenes content• Bonus episodes including The Fix• A welcoming paranormal communityFollow us everywhere:

Y2KNine9: Fiasco Edition: howler.co.za/Y2KNine9In this episode, the crew opens with Y2K99 and FVCK Lifestyle plugs before getting into the week's heavy talking points. They unpack the IPID report and what it suggests about police conduct and accountability, debate whether Gauteng under Panyaza is the closest thing to a workable GNU model, then dive into a long and heated conversation on Israel, Palestine, Canaan, Jerusalem and the politics of historical narrative. Later, they tackle the East London “Igbo king” controversy and close on a deeper discussion about duty, identity and what it means to step up for family when responsibility lands on you.Members link: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=UUMOuh1jlaqsPnQUCYZ0zGW_rAPatreon link: patreon.com/TheDojoPodcastMonthly donation link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuh1jlaqsPnQUCYZ0zGW_rA/join Once off donation link: https://pay.yoco.com/the-dojo-podcast-pty-ltd Merch: https://the-dojo-podcast-shop.fourthwall.com/

Leaders in Nigeria and South Africa say the title "Igbo king" and related coronations outside Nigeria have no authority. Is this cultural confusion — or does it point to a deeper clash over identity and power?

Too many Nigerian entrepreneurs are waiting for that "perfect" customer who slides into the DM, asks for a price, and pays immediately without a single question. We want things to come quick and easy, but unless you are at the scale of a giant like Netflix or Amazon, being impersonal is hurting your business.The truth is, while you are a small, micro, or nano-business, you must have a process for qualification and discovery. This simply means taking the time to figure out who you are talking to and what they actually need before you try to close the sale.I recently saw this in action while trying to overhaul my wife's wardrobe (starting with the undies). I reached out to several "fancy" Instagram vendors and got zero response. They only wanted the "perfect" order they didn't have to work for.Then, my sister-in-law took me to a physical store in Wuse 2 Abuja run by a middle-aged, semi-literate Igbo man. He didn't have a fancy accent, but he had a process:He made no assumptions: He asked questions to figure out exactly who I was buying for and what the situation was.He avoided confusing jargon. He was a consultant, not just a seller: When I asked for "Brazilian" underwear and he didn't have it, he didn't just say "No." He asked questions to understand why I wanted that style and then put multiple options on the table based on comfort, sophistication, and other factors.By being conversational and taking charge of the interaction, this man was averaging sales of 100k per customer while I was there!Stop being lazy. Your superpower is that you are the subject matter expert in what you sell.Whether you sell welding services, water tanks, or lingerie, you need to stop waiting for orders and start having conversations. Figure out the problem your customer is trying to solve, and you will see 20% to 50% growth without spending a kobo more on ads.If you want me to look at your business processes or audit your sales framework, let's talk. You can reach me via WhatsApp at 08064662140

Ify Adenuga grew up with strict parents. As a mum, she rewrote the rulebook and encouraged creativity in her children, with her son Skepta becoming an award-winning music artist.Ify Adenuga is parent to a musical powerhouse. Her son Skepta is a seminal figure in British culture, helping to propel grime into the mainstream. Ify has always been supportive of her son's music career, nurturing a creative environment for all her children to thrive – a direct contrast to her own challenging childhood in Nigeria. Ify was a young girl when the Biafran War began in 1967, as government forces fought attempts by the Igbo people in the southeast of Nigeria to claim an independent Biafran state. As the conflict spread, Ify's Igbo family had to flee their home in Lagos with nothing. They arrived in a remote village with no electricity or food. Ify remembers foraging for lizards, crickets and snakes to survive. Over a million people would die in the war, mostly from famine, including several of Ify's own relatives. After the war, Ify managed to escape to the traditional life her strict parents had mapped out for her and moved to London. In the UK, she met the love of her life, Joe, and had four children. Living on a housing estate, Ify and Joe rejected the harsh parenting style they had each endured for a more a supportive approach and encouraged their children to be inventive. When their son Joe Jr began making music and experimenting with grime, a genre of music that was emerging from the electronic dance scene, their home became a makeshift studio with Joe Sr even providing technical computer support. Meanwhile Ify started driving Joe Jr to warehouses and venues across north London to collaborate with other young grime artists. Now, Joe Jr is known to the world as Skepta, an award-winning grime MC, rapper, and producer who collaborates with huge international names. Ify has a memoir out now called Endless Fortune.Presenter: Mobeen Azhar Producers: Rachel Oakes, Zoe Gelber, Saskia ColletteLives Less Ordinary is a podcast from the BBC World Service that brings you the most incredible true stories from around the world. Each episode a guest shares their most dramatic, moving, personal story. Listen for unbelievable twists, mysteries uncovered, and inspiring journeys - spanning the entire human experience. Step into someone else's life and expect the unexpected.   Got a story to tell? Send an email to liveslessordinary@bbc.co.uk or message us via WhatsApp: 0044 330 678 2784   You can read our privacy notice here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/articles/5YD3hBqmw26B8WMHt6GkQxG/lives-less-ordinary-privacy-notice(Photo: A collage of two photos of Ify Adenuga with her son Skepta. On the left, a close up of Ify smiling at the camera with Skepta as a toddler. On the right, a more recent picture of Ify sitting with Skepta. Credit: Ify Adenuga)

Earlier this week, activists were holding a peaceful march in the port city of KuGompo - formerly East London, but disorder erupted after a protester said he was attacked by a foreigner, prompting demonstrators to damage several vehicles and shops. The trouble came amid tension over the recent installation of a Nigerian community leader in the city, who has a traditional title that can be translated as "king of the Igbo people in East London". We hear from a Nigerian community leader in Scotland. Also, what's causing the decline in the populations of cheetahs in Somaliland and the Horn of Africa region? We hear from a conservation organisation. Presenter : Nkechi Ogbonna Producers: Keikantse Shumba, Bella Twine and Blessing Aderogba Technical Producer: David Kinyanjui Senior Producer: Charles Gitonga Editor: Maryam Abdalla

Thabo Shole Mashao speaks with the listeners on the South African investment conference, the Igbo king dilemma in KuGompo City and whether people should be able to carry guns in public spaces. The Clement Manyathela Show is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station, weekdays from 09:00 to 12:00 (SA Time). Clement Manyathela starts his show each weekday on 702 at 9 am taking your calls and voice notes on his Open Line. In the second hour of his show, he unpacks, explains, and makes sense of the news of the day. Clement has several features in his third hour from 11 am that provide you with information to help and guide you through your daily life. As your morning friend, he tackles the serious as well as the light-hearted, on your behalf. Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Clement Manyathela Show. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 09:00 and 12:00 (SA Time) to The Clement Manyathela Show broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/XijPLtJ or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/p0gWuPE Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mandy Wiener speaks to EC provincial chair for Action SA, Athol Trollip about the protest against the coronation of Igbo king in the EC before it turned violent. The Midday Report with Mandy Wiener is 702 and CapeTalk’s flagship news show, your hour of essential news radio. The show is podcasted every weekday, allowing you to catch up with a 60-minute weekday wrap of the day's main news. It's packed with fast-paced interviews with the day’s newsmakers, as well as those who can make sense of the news and explain what's happening in your world. All the interviews are podcasted for you to catch up and listen to. Thank you for listening to this podcast of The Midday Report Listen live on weekdays between 12:00 and 13:00 (SA Time) to The Midday Report broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from The Midday Report go to https://buff.ly/BTGmL9H and find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/LcbDdFI Subscribe to the 702 and CapeTalk daily and weekly newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Catch Up on the latest leading news stories around the country with Mandy Wiener on Midday Report every weekday from 12h00 - 13h00. The Midday Report with Mandy Wiener is 702 and CapeTalk’s flagship news show, your hour of essential news radio. The show is podcasted every weekday, allowing you to catch up with a 60-minute weekday wrap of the day's main news. It's packed with fast-paced interviews with the day’s newsmakers, as well as those who can make sense of the news and explain what's happening in your world. All the interviews are podcasted for you to catch up and listen to. Thank you for listening to this podcast of The Midday Report Listen live on weekdays between 12:00 and 13:00 (SA Time) to The Midday Report broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from The Midday Report go to https://buff.ly/BTGmL9H and find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/LcbDdFI Subscribe to the 702 and CapeTalk daily and weekly newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A controversial “Igbo king” coronation in KuGompo City has sparked outrage, with locals calling it unlawful and disrespectful to Xhosa traditions.Protests have erupted as residents and political groups demand action, raising questions around sovereignty and customary leadership. Eastern Cape COGTA responds, addressing the legality of the event and what steps are being taken moving forward. Get ready for the ride of your life with Thando Thabethe, Matt Flax, and Lerato Höffele every Monday to Friday from 3–6pm. Strap in for out-of-the-box topics, games, anecdotes, and antics that everyone—young and old—can enjoy. Test your general knowledge with Can’t Beat, take on the Tuesday Challenge, and don’t miss the Friday Live edition from Montecasino, featuring the hottest guests. Thank you for listening to the Drive with Thando podcast Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 15:00 to 18:00 to Drive with Thando broadcast on 947 https://buff.ly/y34dh8Y For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/DPbJW3r or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/ODmGX07 Subscribe to the 947 Weekly Newsletter here https://buff.ly/hf9IuR9 Follow us on social media 947 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/947Joburg/ 947 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@947joburg 947 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/947joburg 947 on X https://x.com/947 947 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@947Joburg See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ActionSA will today protest the recent coronation of a Nigerian Igbo "king" in KuGompo, formerly East London. The party says the coronation is a breach of South Africa's sovereignty. The party argues the event disregards the country's traditional leadership, particularly the AmaRharhabe Kingdom in the province. Elvis Presslin spoke to ActionSA Parliamentary Leader Mr. Athol Trollip

Aubrey Masango speaks to Dr Jongi Klaas, Cultural Expert and Senior researcher on Xhosa History and Culture COGTA Eastern Cape to unpack the facts, the law, and the emotion regarding the inauguration of an Igbo “king” in the Eastern Cape area. Tags: 702, Aubrey Masango show, Aubrey Masango, Bra Aubrey, Dr Jongi Klaas, COGTA, Eatern Cape, Igbo, Nigeria The Aubrey Masango Show is presented by late night radio broadcaster Aubrey Masango. Aubrey hosts in-depth interviews on controversial political issues and chats to experts offering life advice and guidance in areas of psychology, personal finance and more. All Aubrey’s interviews are podcasted for you to catch-up and listen. Thank you for listening to this podcast from The Aubrey Masango Show. Listen live on weekdays between 20:00 and 24:00 (SA Time) to The Aubrey Masango Show broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and on CapeTalk between 20:00 and 21:00 (SA Time) https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk Find out more about the show here https://buff.ly/lzyKCv0 and get all the catch-up podcasts https://buff.ly/rT6znsn Subscribe to the 702 and CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfet Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

En la Historia Sonora de hoy con Ana Francisca Vega por MVS Noticias: Igbo-Ora, el enigma científico de la ciudad con más gemelos del planetaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week I discuss my uncle's funeral, Air Peace, Onitsha formalities and much more. #LOUDITPodcast is hosted by Nnedinso. Tune in every Monday for some funny stories and girl talk to cheer up your Monday blues. From life experiences to wild stories and current media, no topic is off limits. Let's LOUD IT and talk some rubbish! Twitter: @Nneddy121 and YouTube: ItsNnedinso

Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie is one of the most influential literary and cultural voices of the 21st century. Born in the Nigerian city of Enugu in 1977, the writer grew up in an academic environment, developing her passion for literature and storytelling. Influenced by her Igbo culture as well as by international authors, she moved to the United States to continue her studies, specializing in writing and African culture. Her literary debut, Purple Hibiscus, along with later works such as Half of a Yellow Sun and Americanah, established her as a central figure in contemporary literature. Her message has reached audiences around the world through novels, essays, and talks that explore identity, feminism, and the power of storytelling. Adichie is a global reference point in conversations about equality and diversity, and an example of how an authentic personal brand can transform the cultural and social landscape. Her narrative voice, both intimate and universal, has made her an icon of contemporary thought.

What if trauma isn't just something that happened to you, but something your body has been carrying for generations? Adaku Utah offers their perspective on that question in this episode of “TraumaTies.” Born in Baltimore and raised in Nigeria, Adaku is an Igbo, queer, non-binary healer grounded in a lineage of farmers, healers, and community caretakers. They approach healing not as a private endeavor but rather a shared responsibility that lives in our bodies, our relationships, and our lineages.In this conversation with hosts Bridgette Stumpf and Lindsey Silverberg, Adaku shares personal reflections about singing as their grandmother did and carrying survival wisdom from parents who endured the Biafran Civil War. “I would even argue that all of us have something in us that comes from a people – not just the way that we physically look, but our instincts, the ways that our blood has learned how to congeal, and even from the oceans that we grew around,” Adaku says. Tune in for their insights about how living in a capitalist society creates the “illusion” that our mind and body are separate. Instead, they suggest that “we literally are alive because of the lineages that we come from – not just because somebody gave birth to us and they passed on a set of traits.”Connect and Learn More☑️ Adaku Utah | LinkedIn☑️ Bridgette Stumpf | LinkedIn☑️ Lindsey Silverberg | LinkedIn☑️ Volare | LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook☑️ TraumaTies Website | Instagram | TikTok | YouTube☑️ Subscribe Apple Podcasts | SpotifyBrought to you by Volare, TraumaTies: Untangling Societal Harm & Healing After Crime is a podcast that creates space and conversations to dissect the structural and systemic knots that keep us from addressing trauma.Rooted in a belief that survivors of crime deserve respect for their dignity in the aftermath of victimization, Volare seeks to empower survivors by informing them of all of the options available and working to transform existing response systems to be more inclusive of the diverse needs that survivors often have after crime.Volare also provides free, holistic, and comprehensive advocacy, therapeutic, and legal services to survivors of all crime types. Visit our website to learn more about how to access our trauma-informed education training and how to partner with us to expand survivor-defined justice.

From the sound collections of the Pitt Rivers Museum, University of Oxford, being from a collection of wax cylinder recordings of songs and spoken language made by anthropologist Northcote Thomas in Nigeria and Sierra Leone between 1909 and 1915.Recorded by Northcote Whitridge Thomas.Copyright Pitt Rivers Museum, University of Oxford.———Part of the project A Century of Sounds, reimagining 100 sounds covering 100 years from the collections of the Pitt Rivers Museum at the University of Oxford. Explore the full project at citiesandmemory.com/century-sounds

For this creative project, my starting point was an archival recording of a Yoruba chant from Nigeria, recorded around 1911. I chose to work with this sound because, living in West Africa, these sonorities immediately resonated in me. They echo my daily environment, my personal history, and my fieldwork, which lies at the intersection of culture, music, and museum practice.In my creative process, I deliberately chose to work with electronic instruments. This choice may appear paradoxical, as I am myself a kora player and am surrounded by traditional artists and musicians. However, this approach was central to my intention: to bring the past and the present into dialogue, to confront archival material with contemporary creation, and to explore the relationship between sonic memory and current technologies.It was essential for me not to alter the sound quality of the original recording, in order to respect its materiality, its texture, and its historical character. The electronic work therefore positions itself around the sound, creating a space of dialogue without ever dominating the recorded voice.This artistic choice is part of a broader reflection on colonial sound archives, their circulation today (repatriation?), and the possibility of giving them a living, sensitive, and contemporary presence without freezing or betraying them. The aim is not to reinterpret the past, but to create an bridge between different temporalities, allowing the archival sound to continue speaking for itself.Igbo vocal group with leader and percussion reimagined by Jerome Evanno.———Part of the project A Century of Sounds, reimagining 100 sounds covering 100 years from the collections of the Pitt Rivers Museum at the University of Oxford. Explore the full project at citiesandmemory.com/century-sounds

From the sound collections of the Pitt Rivers Museum, University of Oxford, being from a collection of wax cylinder recordings of songs and spoken language made by anthropologist Northcote Thomas in Nigeria and Sierra Leone between 1909 and 1915.Recorded by Northcote Whitridge Thomas.Copyright Pitt Rivers Museum, University of Oxford.———Part of the project A Century of Sounds, reimagining 100 sounds covering 100 years from the collections of the Pitt Rivers Museum at the University of Oxford. Explore the full project at citiesandmemory.com/century-sounds

This piece is built around a short fragment of an Igbo wind instrument recording taken from the Pitt Rivers Museum sound collections. The original recording was made on wax cylinder by anthropologist Northcote Thomas in Nigeria between 1909 and 1915. Knowing the material fragility of the recording, and the historical distance it represents, strongly shaped how I approached the composition.Rather than treating the field recording as documentary material, I focused on its breath, tone, and repetition. I isolated a small loop from the wind instrument and gently pitch-shifted it, allowing the sound to move away from its original temporal context and into something more meditative and suspended. The looping process emphasises continuity and endurance, while also acknowledging the artificiality of repetition imposed by modern technology.The looped wind instrument is paired with a simple, evoking kalimba part, chosen for its percussive softness and cyclical nature. Together, the sounds create a quiet dialogue between archival breath and contemporary interpretation, exploring how historical recordings can be re-heard as living material rather than fixed artefacts.Igbo wind instrument reimagined by Andy Truscott.———Part of the project A Century of Sounds, reimagining 100 sounds covering 100 years from the collections of the Pitt Rivers Museum at the University of Oxford. Explore the full project at citiesandmemory.com/century-sounds

Are you an extrovert or an introvert? Do you enjoy small talk with strangers or do you do everything you can to avoid catching their eye? Type A or Type B?Right now the internet is obsessed with these labels. Personality types, birth charts, attachment styles, Myers Briggs, colour coding your aura.These days the internet is full of tests that attempt to define who you are by answering questionnaires, but the reality is more complicated. We go through these trends with Claudia Hammond, a psychologist and BBC presenter. Plus we hear from BBC colleagues in other parts of the world. Yuna Ku tells us the trends around personality types in South Korea and Makuochi Okafor in Nigeria explains how Igbo culture defines people's characteristics according to four categories.Instagram: @bbcwhatintheworld Email: whatintheworld@bbc.co.uk WhatsApp: +44 330 12 33 22 6 Presenter: Hannah Gelbart Video producer: Baldeep Chahal Producers: Benita Barden, Julia Ross-Roy and Rio Rennalls Editor: Emily Horler

A brief take on how perspective shapes categorization in Nigerian literature, tracing shifting views from Igbo and Yoruba writers to global recognition of figures like Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie.Written by Howard Rambsy IIRead by Kassandra Timm

In 1967, Nigerian writer Wole Soyinka tried to stop the country's Biafra war, in which Nigeria's Igbo people responded to violence by seceding from the rest of the country. They proclaimed a new Republic of Biafra.When the fighting began, Soyinka was building a reputation as a poet and playwright abroad. However, in a last-ditch attempt to avert civil war, he set off on a secret mission behind the front line to meet the Biafran leader, Emeka Odumegwu Ojukwu. When he left Biafra, he was imprisoned by the federal government without trial for more than two years.Soyinka drew on his prison experience in his writing over the following years, for which he was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1986 - the first African to win the award. He looks back on those events with Ben Henderson. Eye-witness accounts brought to life by archive. Witness History is for those fascinated by the past. We take you to the events that have shaped our world through the eyes of the people who were there. For nine minutes every day, we take you back in time and all over the world, to examine wars, coups, scientific discoveries, cultural moments and much more. Recent episodes explore everything from the death of Adolf Hitler, the first spacewalk and the making of the movie Jaws, to celebrity tortoise Lonesome George, the Kobe earthquake and the invention of superglue. We look at the lives of some of the most famous leaders, artists, scientists and personalities in history, including: Eva Peron – Argentina's Evita; President Ronald Reagan and his famous ‘tear down this wall' speech; Thomas Keneally on why he wrote Schindler's List; and Jacques Derrida, France's ‘rock star' philosopher. You can learn all about fascinating and surprising stories, such as the civil rights swimming protest; the disastrous D-Day rehearsal; and the death of one of the world's oldest languages.(Photo: Wole Soyinka in 1969. Credit: Keystone-France/Gamma-Rapho via Getty Images)

Send us a textA superstar stopped a show to eject a sleepy fan, and the crowd divided. We look past the memes to the real duty of care at live events, the difference between standards and humiliation, and why humility travels further than hype. That contrast sets the stage for a wider theme: how power is used in public, at work and in culture.From Lupita Nyong'o's choice to refuse typecasting to the labels black women still face in offices, we unpack how stereotypes take root and how to push back with clarity, documentation and policy. I share a candid story about dealing with a disruptive senior, why governance protects your career, and how to use relationship capital without losing your peace. We also dig into Spotify's unwavering approach to flexible work, separating outcomes from optics and treating adults like adults.Creativity gets its own spotlight as I introduce Sister Scribble, a 90s-inspired premium stationery brand built for people who still believe in pen, paper and ideas with weight. We talk about what real support looks like, why community matters more than clout, and how to keep building when the hours are long and the room is loud. A listener dilemma on postpartum psychosis at work brings practical steps on occupational health, boundaries and dignity.A look at Nnamdi Kanu's conviction through the lens of the Biafra War 2 years, 6 months and 9 days that still shape Igbo memory and justice today. We close with history that still breathes: a clear, grounded primer on Biafra, Igbo identity and Nnamdi Kanu's conviction. Beyond the legal language sit questions about self-determination, state power and what justice means when memory is raw. If you're here for honest talk, useful frameworks and stories with heart, you're in the right place.If this resonated, tap follow, share it with a friend, and leave a quick review to help others find the show. Your support keeps these conversations alive.Sponsorships - Email me: hello@toyatalks.comTikTok: toya_washington Twitter: @toya_w (#ToyaTalksPodcast) Snapchat: @toyawashington Instagram: @toya_washington & @toya_talks https://toyatalks.com/ Music (Intro and Outro) Written and created by Nomadic Star Stationary Company: Sistah Scribble Instagram: @sistahscribble Website: www.sistahscribble.com Email: hello@sistahscribble.com

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Joké Bakare on Nigerian Food, Michelin Stars and West African Hospitality Chef Joké Bakare joins Lecker for a live recording at the Festival of Encounters in Brixton - the same neighbourhood where she first emerged from the tube in 1999 to encounter the bright lights of Brixton. From selling 300-400 meat pies every Sunday outside her church to becoming the first Black female Michelin-starred chef in the UK, Joké's journey is one of persistence, community, and staying true to the food she grew up with. We talk about growing up in a multi-ethnic Nigerian household where food was a celebration of Yoruba and Igbo cultures, the specific ripeness of plantain that matters more than most people realise, and why she refuses to call her cooking "elevated." Many thanks to Van Gogh House for including Lecker in the 2025 Festival of Encounters programme! Special thanks to Anna Bromwich and Elysia Krishnadasan Torrens for all their work putting it together. And thanks to everyone who came to the event.  About Joké Bakare: Joké Bakare is a Nigerian chef and founder of Chishuru Restaurant in Fitzrovia, London. She started her business with a food van outside her church in Southeast London, won a competition for a popup residency in Brixton Village, and in 2024 became the first Black female Michelin-starred chef in the UK. Find her: Instagram @jokebakare / @chishuru / chishuru.com Related Lecker episodes: Permission to Write with Melissa Thompson - on navigating a violent colonial legacy in the food of your heritage Matooke Goes With Everything - on the significance and specificity of sourcing ingredients --- Lecker is a podcast about how food shapes our lives. Recorded mostly in kitchens, each episode explores personal stories to examine our relationships with food – and each other. Support Lecker: Patreon: patreon.com/leckerpodcast Substack: leckerpodcast.substack.com Apple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/lecker/id1158028729 Merch:  leckerpodcast.com/merch Listen everywhere: leckerpodcast.com Instagram: @leckerpodcast Full transcript available at leckerpodcast.com Lecker is part of Heritage Radio Network - heritageradionetwork.org Music by Blue Dot Sessions

Ogechi: How Afrobeat Meets Atlanta | The Mindset, Faith, and Fire Behind Her Global SoundLearn the mindset and moves that lead to real results with Ogechi — the Atlanta-based Afrobeat rapper, poet, and creative powerhouse redefining global sounds and independence. From Igbo roots to American rhythm, she shares how she's building a bridge between Nigeria and the U.S. through music, faith, and focus.

Send us a textWhat happens when a poet of the plate meets a trader in words? We invite Chef T into our space and watch her turn humble leftover rice into a fast, vibrant fried rice—then follow the thread from sizzling onions to the stories and care that make a meal unforgettable. This is more than a cooking demo; it's a tour of how flavor, color, and timing can speak empathy without a single speech.Chef T breaks down her philosophy with the clarity of a pro: start by knowing who you're cooking for, ask precise questions about spice, texture, and tradition, and let culture guide the menu. From Ishekiri to Igbo to international standards, she shows how research and memory turn clients into regulars. We walk through her mise en place and heat management, why onions go first to unlock sweetness, when carrots deserve a head start, and how half the peppers wait until the end to keep a fresh crunch. Season in layers, taste as you go, and use color as both a visual hook and a quiet cue for nutrients—turmeric's gold, greens for vitality, reds for iron-rich bite.Along the way, we talk business and life: negotiation as a gift, getting the best value without cutting corners, and teaching kids to cook to build confidence and independence. The kitchen becomes a studio where craft travels both ways—food fuels words, words honor food. By the time we plate, pray, and taste, the lesson is clear: attention and empathy are the real secret ingredients. If you want a practical blueprint for quick, delicious fried rice and a mindset that makes every plate feel personal, you'll find both here.If this resonated, follow the journey: subscribe on YouTube, share the episode with a friend who loves food, and leave a review with your favorite leftover-to-masterpiece move. Your stories feed the show as much as the recipes do.Support the showYou can support this show via the link below;https://www.buzzsprout.com/1718587/supporters/new

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This month we're reading HALF OF A YELLOW SUN by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie. Listeners might remember Episode 88 when our guest to discuss Chinua Achebe's THINGS FALL ABOUT, Dr. Thomas Jay Lynn, mentioned one of his favorite books about Africa was HALF OF A YELLOW SUN. We made a note of that, and here we are! Chinua Achebe's THINGS FALL apart was one of Linny's favorite books we've read. So, she was interested to read this book that takes place 80 years later. Nigeria is breaking apart and the Igbo people in southeastern Nigeria declare themselves a separate country called Biafra. This novel is set in the late 1960s immediately before and during the Biafran war and we meet a lot of characters, but for Nancy, it is really the story about the private lives of 20-something twin sisters, Olanna and Kainene and the choice they make turning this turbulent time. They come from an affluent and wealthy family and they've been educated in England. Olanna is the “beauty” and she is a people pleaser, and lacks confidence. Kainene is not beautiful and is blunt and is successfully assuming leadership of her father's businesses. Neither Linny nor Nancy knew much about Biafra before reading this book. Linny said she knows there has always been lots of political unrest in Africa. Nancy talks about why she thinks that is a result of colonialization.The war has a huge impact on the arc of all the characters. Olanna, because Odenigbo disintegrates, must step up and help her family survive and also becomes stronger and more confident. Kainene is confident and competent and becomes more so, eventually operating a refugee camp, becoming more a humanitarian.Nancy thinks Ugwu's journey from innocence to moral disintegration is a commentary on war. What does war do to people? We kill each other and perpetrate other inhumanities. Linny says by the end of the war, the characters have to figure out how to pick up the pieces of who they are and try to move on.

The Igbo community in Accra was reportedly barred from celebrating a traditional festival, sparking public outcry. The incident has raised concerns over cultural rights, inclusivity, and ethnic tolerance in Ghana's capital.

Things Fall Apart (The African Trilogy, #1) By: Chinua Achebe Published: 1958 209 Pages Briefly, what is this book about? The main character is Okonkwo, and saying that he's complicated is to put it mildly. He's desperately afraid of failure, which in his case means following in the footsteps of his father. On top of the complexity of Okonkwo there's the additional complexity and richness of the Igbo culture: its customs, its gods, its method of delivering justice, etc.  Into this rich and (for me) strange world, the Europeans arrive. Though not till around the 2/3rd mark. The consequences are perhaps not as bad as you might fear, but they're bad enough. Who should read this book? I quite enjoyed the book, and it was certainly different from my normal fare. Also it reads quickly. Finally, it's widely regarded as a modern classic. I'm not sure I have a good reason why you wouldn't read this book.  Specific thoughts: The flattening of colonialism

Ingrid Nordli, Associate Professor in Linguistics at the UiT, the Arctic University of Norway in Tromsø. Ingrid has been putting a lot of time into understanding how we develop listening skills. She talks about how young children in kindergarten can be trained to become great listeners using the listening circle. Besides dedicating time to focus on children's listening development, she teaches university students language development, and academic writing. She was on the board of the International Listening Association and continues to be an active member. In this episode, we dive deep into the often-overlooked power of listening with Ingrid, a phonetics expert from Norway. Through her experiences in education and research, Ingrid reveals how listening is a fundamental yet underappreciated aspect of communication.  Ingrid shares insights from her work with children and the importance of teaching listening skills from a young age, emphasizing that effective listening can transform interactions and relationships. Join us as we explore the nuances of listening, the impact of listening circles, and the journey of writing a book aimed at enhancing listening skills in early childhood education. On the kindergarten transformation: "When you teach the children about this listening circle procedure, they get more relaxed, more attentive to each other. They straighten their back and they feel heard, they feel seen, and get much more friendly with each other."– Ingrid Nordli SUPERPOWER Notes: 02:00 – Nuanced listening knowledge: The phonetics revelation—how studying speech transcription exposed that listening has "so little room and no room of itself" in phonetics education, despite transcription accuracy depending entirely on listening abilities 04:42 – Definition of listening process: International Listening Association's framework—"Listening is the process of receiving, constructing meaning from and responding to spoken and or nonverbal messages"—discovered through deep research after realizing listening was the "necessary glue" in kindergarten language and music projects 07:57 – Listening circles for children: Simple but powerful tool that helps kids ages 3-6 become more relaxed, attentive, and respectful—they "straighten their back and feel heard, seen, and get much more friendly with each other" because everyone gets the chance to talk and are respected while speaking 14:33 – Listening in the Kindergarten: The book written with Christian Skog—a practical and theoretical guide combining listening with typical developmental activities, featuring eight different kindergarten activities 18:58 – Engaging in children's listening development: The importance of being humble and engaging with children's listening development because "we can learn so much about our own listening"—children naturally develop language rules but don't develop conscious listening awareness without guidance 19:50 – Importance of listening skills: The fundamental gap—"we are not good listeners just because we need to be.  25:11 – Children's book on listening: Collaboration with Ebele Chukwujama in Nigeria creating books for ages 4-6 about a child learning listening through conversations with mom, plus "Listening in Circles" for ages 6-9, all translated into Yoruba, Hausa, and Igbo 27:14 – The importance of listening skills: Final thoughts on self-reflection   Key Takeaways: On children as teachers: "We can learn so much about our own listening"– Ingrid Nordli On the fundamental gap in child development: "When children are listening, but not taught how to listen, they miss out."– Ingrid Nordli On the difference between natural and conscious learning: "Children naturally develop language rules but don't develop conscious listening awareness without guidance."– Ingrid Nordli On the kindergarten transformation: "When you teach the children about this listening circle procedure, they get more relaxed, more attentive to each other. They straighten their back and they feel heard, they feel seen, and get much more friendly with each other."– Ingrid Nordli   Notes/Mentions: "Listening in the Kindergarten" by Ingrid and Christian Skog: A resource for educators focusing on listening skills. https://uit.no/ansatte/ingrid.c.nordli (Norwegian) https://en.uit.no/ansatte/person?p_document_id=153137&p_dimension_id=88155 (English) Listening in the Kindergarten (Norwegian title: Lytting i Barnehagen) - a book by Ingrid CNordli and Christian Skog A professional book written as a children's book for children between four and six, authored by Ingrid C. Nordli and Ebele Chukwujama Listening in Circles - a planned book for children between six and nine, authored by Ingrid C. Nordli and Ebele Chukwujama   Past Episode Referenced: Ebele Chukwujama interview - https://listeningalchemy.com/allgemein/the-listening-school-impacting-relationships-and-society-one-listening-ear-at-a-time-with-ebele-chukwujama/  Resources Mentioned: Listening Circles Documentation: https://munin.uit.no/bitstream/handle/10037/33278/article.pdf?sequence=4  "Lytting i barnehagen" (Listening in the kindergarten) from the publishers website; Fagbokforlaget: https://fagbokforlaget.no/produkt/9788245050981-lytting-i-barnehagen Connect with Ingrid Nordli: Website: https://en.uit.no/ansatte/person?p_document_id=153137  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ingrid-c-nordli-a1702523?originalSubdomain=no    Connect with Raquel Ark: www.listeningalchemy.com  Mobile: + 491732340722  contact@listeningalchemy.com LinkedIn Substack listening ALCHEMY newsletter Podcast email: listeningsuperpower@gmail.com  

Welcome back Part 2- Heir to the Gift: Inheriting a Legacy of Soul Healing with Deneen Joyner, 7th generation Indigenous Soul Healer DENEEN JOYNER, Indigenous Soul Healer, Ancestral Trauma Expert Deneen Joyner is a Black Indian woman born into a family of highly gifted healers from both her maternal side, the Cherokee tribe, and Native American Iroquois Nation, and paternal side, Nigeria's Igbo lost tribes of the Nri Kingdom. She is a seventh daughter and a seventh- generation indigenous soul healer and the heir of her Native American ancestor's ancient indigenous soul healing practices, bringing spirit led soul healing, sacred God given gifts, and impeccable counsel into the 21st century. Deneen is also an international spiritual teacher and nationally award-winning author with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and a Master's degree in Adult education, along with over 30 years of previous professional social work experience working directly with children and families in trauma. https://deneenjoyner.com/ https://linktr.ee/deneenjoyner Soul Wounds and Sacred Revelations: A Warrior Daughter's Awakening to Pain and Destiny: Pages from a Journal, author Deneen Marlette Joyner Why have we settled to live with emotional pain? How do our present responses tie us to our past? Why must we hit rock bottom for God to gain our attention? To end the struggle, we must look at ourselves, really look-not at who we think we are, but who we truly are: more divine than human. Deep within our hearts, we know this. The book gives us permission to break our own hearts and be wrong about all the ugly things we've thought about ourselves to reach ground zero and rebuild ourselves in a divine image. Author Joyner, takes readers on an indigenous healing journey as she recounts her dark knight of the soul in 2011 that almost left her dead by suicide. Witness vulnerability, courage and power as she transforms her life from a hostage to emotional pain to a modern day warrior daughter as she fights to end decades of carrying emotional pain. At the heart of this beautiful memoir, is the guided wisdom channeled to her by the ancient voices of her Native American and Igbo ancestors which readers can use as a guide, as well, to explore past and present experiences with pain. Call In and Chat with Deborah during Live Show: 833-220-1200 or 319-527-2638 Learn more about Deborah here:  www.lovebyintuition.com

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How do we build a world that truly reflects who we are? In this profound conversation, I sit down with architect and design tastemaker Obiora Nwazota, a powerful voice reshaping our understanding of culture, identity, and design. Obi shares his journey from a childhood in Nigeria, dreaming beyond the prescribed path, to becoming a cultural force in Chicago.   We explore how he challenges the singular narrative of design by asking a simple yet powerful question: If someone walked into your home, would they know an Igbo person lives there? This question opens up a deep dialogue about the importance of ritual, the stories our spaces tell, and the critical mission of his venture, Okpara House, to reclaim and elevate Igbo cultural assets for contemporary life.  This episode is a call to all creatives to look deeper into our own heritage and harness our gifts to build a richer, more inclusive world. Chapters   00:00 - Introduction to Obiora 'Obi' Nwazota 02:50 - Growing Up Igbo: A Childhood of Daydreams 05:05 - The Surprising Link Between Igbo Culture and Haiti 09:12 - Finding Freedom Through Architecture in a New Land 14:42 - Redefining Architecture as the Architecture of Life 20:12 - The Genesis of Okpara House: Filling the Cultural Void 29:59 - The Power of Rituals in Defining Who We Are 34:16 - Reclaiming the African Image: The Story Behind the Book 'Nkemdiche' 44:53 - The Collaborative Process of Creating a Visual Narrative 48:00 - A Final Word on Being a Light for Culture Connect with Obi:   Follow Obi on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/obiora_nwazota/?hl=en Obi's Website: https://www.okparahouse.com/about   Support the Show Website: www.martineseverin.com Follow on Instagram: @martine.severin | @thisishowwecreate_ Subscribe to the Newsletter: www.martineseverin.substack.com This is How We Create is produced by Martine Severin. This episode was edited by Santiago Cardona and Daniel Espinosa.   Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts Leave a review Follow us on social media Share with fellow creatives  

In this episode of Conversations from the Diaspora, we sit down with Udochi Okeke, the brilliant co-founder of Mmuta Di Uto, a vibrant children's YouTube channel transforming how Igbo language and culture are taught and preserved. What started with a puppet show and a dream has become a viral storytelling movement — and Udochi's journey is as compelling as her creations.We dive into her personal story — from being sent to boarding school in Nigeria at 13 to building a media company that educates and empowers kids worldwide. Udochi opens up about the legacy of her father's cultural influence, the creative process behind Mmuta Di Uto, and why bilingual Igbo kids matter now more than ever.If you're raising kids in the diaspora, working in language preservation, or just passionate about cultural sustainability, this one's for you.

In 1958 Nigerian writer, Chinua Achebe, published his first book, Things Fall Apart. Set in pre-colonial rural Nigeria, it examines how the arrival of foreigners led to tensions within traditional Igbo society. The book revolutionised African writing, and began a whole new genre of world literature.In 2016, Rebecca Kesby spoke to Achebe's youngest daughter, Nwando Achebe.Eye-witness accounts brought to life by archive. Witness History is for those fascinated by the past. We take you to the events that have shaped our world through the eyes of the people who were there. For nine minutes every day, we take you back in time and all over the world, to examine wars, coups, scientific discoveries, cultural moments and much more. Recent episodes explore everything from football in Brazil, the history of the ‘Indian Titanic' and the invention of air fryers, to Public Enemy's Fight The Power, subway art and the political crisis in Georgia. We look at the lives of some of the most famous leaders, artists, scientists and personalities in history, including: visionary architect Antoni Gaudi and the design of the Sagrada Familia; Michael Jordan and his bespoke Nike trainers; Princess Diana at the Taj Mahal; and Görel Hanser, manager of legendary Swedish pop band Abba on the influence they've had on the music industry. You can learn all about fascinating and surprising stories, such as the time an Iraqi journalist hurled his shoes at the President of the United States in protest of America's occupation of Iraq; the creation of the Hollywood commercial that changed advertising forever; and the ascent of the first Aboriginal MP.(Photo: Chinua Achebe in 2013. Credit: Leonardo Cendamo via Getty Images)

Our guys! On today's episode, we're breaking down the wild world of Nigerian stereotypes. From the classic “Yoruba demons” to the “Igbo fraudster” slander, and the idea that every Calabar girl knows how to cook and steal your man!We talk about the tribal, gender, and class-based stereotypes we've heard (and maybe even believed), how they've shaped our friendships, dating lives, and job opportunities, and ask the ourselves important questions on the topic.We also share our hot takes, personal gist, and a few hard truths. Don't forget to share with that friend who thinks “all Northerners are uneducated” and let's break the cycle together!Follow us on http://twitter.com/sonigerian_http://Instagram.com/sonigerianpodcasthttp://twitter.com/damiar0shttp://instagram.com/damii_aroshttp://twitter.com/medici__ihttps://instagram.com/medici.i Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thomas Hübl sits down with celebrated speaker, posthumanist thinker, poet, teacher, and author Bayo Akomolafe to explore the leading edges of spiritual thinking and human identity. Bayo is a deeply experimental thinker, informed by the African cosmologies of the Yoruba and Igbo traditions. He leads an exploration into a new paradigm of healing that de-centers the individual to focus on the village, on the communal. He and Thomas discuss how modernity, especially in Western cultures, creates a false dichotomy between spirituality and science, pathologizes behavior that should instead be integrated, and offers a reductive, motionless view of the self. Bayo offers a different perspective, one in which the self or the psyche is always moving in an interconnected dance with our lineages, with evolution, and with the mysteries of the material realm. Bayo also explores how modern spiritual models contribute to systems of oppression, stressing the importance of spaciousness, non-conformity, and relationality in spiritual thinking and practice.   Click here to watch the video version of this episode on YouTube:

Today we're talking about the Nigerian performer Area Scatter. Learn about her successful career as a trans performer in 1970s Nigeria, gender diversity in Igbo culture, and how we approach research when academic sources are limited. Check out our website, where you can find our sources, as well as everything there is to know about Queer as Fact. If you enjoy our content, consider supporting us on Patreon, checking out our merch, and following us on Instagram, Tumblr and Bluesky. (Image credit: Still from Jeremy Marre's Beats of the Heart: Konkombe (1979))