Your Favorite Babalawo's Podcast
Ifá is not just a spiritual path—it is a raw, unfiltered lens into the complexities of life, creation, and destiny (Ori). Grounded in the wisdom of the 256 Odu, this tradition offers truths that are as profound as they are challenging. In this space, we won’t shy away from the deeper conversations, including the controversial aspects of Ifá practice and its modern interpretations.
We are here to confront the light and the shadow, the harmony and the conflicts, that define this sacred tradition. Ifá does not sanitize its lessons; it presents them as they are—bold, unapologetic, and transformative. Together, we’ll explore not just the beauty of Ifá but its raw truths, complexities, and the sometimes uncomfortable realities that come with aligning with its teachings. This is where spiritual wisdom meets critical inquiry, honoring the full spectrum of Ifá’s essence. Let’s dive deep, leaving no stone unturned.
Your Favorite Babalawo's Podcast
Crawl Before You Run: Humility and the Path of Ifá
In this powerful 30+ minute episode, we dive deep into a vital message for today’s spiritual seekers in the Yoruba tradition: you must crawl before you run. As more individuals are drawn to the sacred path of Ifá and the Orishas, many are rushing into roles of priesthood and spiritual authority without laying the proper foundation. This episode serves as a spiritual mirror—reminding us that all things begin with the Hand of Orunmila (Ikofá/Awofakán) and a commitment to humility, patience, and learning.
Drawing from sacred Odu Ifá—including Otura Ogunda, Ogunda Ogbe, Irosun Iwori, Osa Ogunda, and Irete Otura—we explore timeless patakí (sacred stories) that warn against arrogance, spiritual mixing, and premature elevation. We also connect this wisdom to hardcore psychological insights on identity formation, impostor syndrome, and spiritual trauma, using research from sources like the Harvard Divinity School and Pew Research Center.
Whether you are newly initiated, considering deeper steps in your journey, or guiding others through the tradition, this episode will center you in what truly matters: character, discipline, and divine timing.
🕯️ “Spiritual arrogance is the enemy of destiny. Ifá sees everything.”