Omoluabi Podcast

This is the podcast where African Proverbs and Biblical Wisdom converge. Each episode focuses on a Yorùbá proverb which is then reflected upon in the light of scriptures. The podcast aims both to showcase a rich collection of African proverbs and offer such indigenous wisdom to young adults of African descent and, indeed, anyone!

Omoluabi Podcast is a education podcast hosted by Joseph and Anu Ola, with 51 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Joseph and Anu Ola hosts Omoluabi Podcast, a education show with 51 episodes published.

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  Episode #4

  S7E04 - A Proverb on AVOIDING UNNECESSARY RISKS - “Ajá tó rí mótò tó dúró fi ara-a rè bọ Ògún”

  Sep 10, 202518 minS7

  <p>PROVERB CONSIDERED: “Ajá tó rí mótò tó dúró fi ara-a rè bọ Ògún.”<br>(Translation: A dog that sees a motor vehicle and stands in its way makes itself a sacrifice to Ògún.)</p><p>Context:</p><p>In Yoruba culture, Ògún is the deity of iron and the patron deity for hunters (because of all the metallic intruments they use); one of Ògún's favourite sacrifices is dogs.</p><p>The proverb warns against ignoring obvious dangers. A dog that recklessly stands before a moving car is doomed to destruction, becoming an “unnecessary sacrifice.”</p><p>The hea...

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  Episode #3

  S7E03 - A Proverb on TAKING ADVANTAGE OF OTHERS - “Bí yó ṣe èmi, bí yó ṣe ìwọ, kì í jẹ́ ká ṣu sóko a-láì-rójú.”

  Aug 25, 202516 minS7

  <p>Episode Title: A Proverb on Taking Advantage of Others</p><p>Proverb (Yorùbá): “Bí yó ṣe èmi, bí yó ṣe ìwọ, kì í jẹ́ ká ṣu sóko a-láì-rójú. ” <br />Translation: It-might-happen-to-me, it-might-happen-to-you stops one from defecating on the farm of the person who has no time to tend it.<br />Meaning: One should not take advantage of the weak, for no one knows what the future might hold.</p><p>Disclaimer: This episode contains discussions about the act of defaecation (poo or faeces) in the context of an African proverb.</p><p>Cultural background:</p>In traditional Yoruba communities...

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  Episode #2

  S7E02 - A Proverb on HOPE & PATIENCE - “Ó pẹ́ títí aboyún, oṣù mẹ́sàn-án.”

  Feb 10, 202514 minS7

  <p>Omoluabi Podcast | Season 7 Episode 2</p><p>A Proverb on Hope and Patience</p><p>Proverb:Ó pẹ́ títí aboyún, oṣù mẹ́sàn-án. (Translation: "The longest respite for the pregnant woman is nine months.")</p><p>Key Takeaway:This episode delves into an African proverb about pregnancy, using it as a lens to explore biblical themes ofhope, patience, andperseverance during challenging times. The proverb emphasises thatwaiting periods, like pregnancy, have definite endpoints,bringing into perspective the popular saying,"This Too Shall Pass."</p><p>Although pregnancy might seem like a pause from regular life, it brings its own unique chal...

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  Episode #1

  S7E01 - A Proverb on MINDFULNESS - “Ní teere, ní tèèrè, Ṣàngó ṣe bẹ́ẹ̀ ó jó wọjà.”

  Jan 22, 202516 minS7

  <p>Omoluabi Podcast | Season 7 Episode 1</p><p>PROVERB CONSIDERED: “Ní teere, ní tèèrè, Ṣàngó ṣe bẹ́ẹ̀ ó jó wọjà.” (Translation: Erratically and imperceptibly, Shango continued to dance until he was at the market.)</p><p>Context:</p>The proverb uses the imagery of Shango, the Yoruba deity of thunder and lightning, known for his erratic and unpredictable dance moves.The proverb highlights how seemingly small, unnoticeable actions, performed consistently, can lead to significant and sometimes irreversible outcomes.Dancing into the marketplace in Yoruba culture signifies reaching a point of no return.<p>Biblical Connections & Applications:</p>Songs of Solomon 2:15 -"Catch us the foxes, the l...

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  Episode #6

  S6E06 - A Proverb on MANAGING EXPECTATIONS & FAITH - “Alájàpá ò lẹ́ran láyà..”

  Sep 16, 202414 minS6

  <p>Omoluabi Podcast | Season 6 Episode 6</p><p>PROVERB CONSIDERED: “Alájàpá ò lẹ́ran láyà..” (Translation: "The tortoise has no flesh on its chest.")</p><p>REFLECTION</p><p>Some expectations are plainly futile! It is pretty obvious that the turtle's chest is always hard. As such, it is futile to be seeking flesh from that part of the turtle's body.But where is the place of faith in a God that can do all things?</p><p>LISTEN TO THE EPISODE: </p><p>✥ Our Website —⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.josephkolawole.org/omoluabi⁠ </p><p>✥ Other Platforms — ⁠https://pod.link/1550735589⁠ </p><p>FOR MORE RESOURCES FROM JOSEPH & ANU OL...

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