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Our Roots: Only the Strongest Roots See the Light

Our Roots: Only the Strongest Roots See the Light

Our Roots: Only the Strongest Roots See the Light

Our Roots is hosted by Joseph Baba Ifa. Joseph is a Babalawo with over 20 years of experience in the Ifa and Orisha culture! Through countless experiences that span over 2 decades, Baba has been able to identify key topics that will help you on your Ifa journey! This desire to guide others is what motivated the creation of this podcast! Ifa and Orisha is the birthright of every human being! Our goal is to provide credible information all while...

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Obatalá and Ori: Why the Great Orisha of Wisdom Is Revered as the Guardian of the Head
July 27, 2026

Obatalá and Ori: Why the Great Orisha of Wisdom Is Revered as the Guardian of the Head

In this enlightening episode of Our Roots Podcast, host Joseph Baba Ifa explores the sacred relationship between Obatalá and Ori through the wisdom of the Odu Ifá and traditional storytelling.Why is Obatalá so closely associated with the human head? What does Ori truly represent within the Ifá tradition, and why is it considered one of the most sacred aspects of our spiritual existence? Through traditional narratives and the teachings preserved within the Odu, Joseph Baba Ifa uncovers the profou
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ODU OGBE OFUN
July 19, 2026

ODU OGBE OFUN

ODU OGBE OFUN is an Odu rich with hidden wisdom, powerful teachings, and timeless guidance. In this episode of Our Roots Podcast, hosted by Joseph Baba Ifa, Joseph uses captivating storytelling, traditional interpretation, and the sacred teachings of Ifá and pataki to unfold the deeper meanings behind this extraordinary Odu. Join us as we explore its core concepts, spiritual lessons, and practical wisdom that continue to guide seekers on their journey.
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ODU OGBE OSHE
July 12, 2026

ODU OGBE OSHE

ODU OGBE OSHE is an Odu rich with hidden wisdom, powerful teachings, and timeless guidance. In this episode of Our Roots Podcast, hosted by Joseph Baba Ifa, Joseph uses captivating storytelling, traditional interpretation, and the sacred teachings of Ifá and pataki to unfold the deeper meanings behind this extraordinary Odu. Join us as we explore its core concepts, spiritual lessons, and practical wisdom that continue to guide seekers on their journey.
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OYA: The Warrior Goddess
June 28, 2026

OYA: The Warrior Goddess

What makes OYA one of the most powerful and revered Orishas? In this compelling episode of Our Roots Podcast, host Joseph Baba Ifa explores the fearless spirit of OYA, the Warrior Queen. Through the wisdom of Odu Ifá, Joseph examines her role as a force of transformation, justice, change, the marketplace, and the cemetery gates, revealing why she is honored as one of the greatest warriors in the Yoruba tradition. Discover the deeper meanings, sacred teachings, and timeless lessons behind OYA’s u
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ODU OGBE TUA
June 21, 2026

ODU OGBE TUA

Join Joseph Baba Ifa as he explores the profound wisdom of ODU OGBE TUA, one of the powerful and thought-provoking signs of Ifá. Through storytelling, traditional interpretation, and practical logic, this episode uncovers the lessons, warnings, blessings, and deeper meanings hidden within this sacred Odu. Whether you’re new to Ifá or a seasoned practitioner, discover how the teachings of Ogbe Tua continue to offer guidance, clarity, and insight for everyday life. Listen now and uncover the timel
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Elegua: The Trickster God?
June 14, 2026

Elegua: The Trickster God?

Is Elegua truly a trickster, or is there a deeper meaning behind one of the most misunderstood titles in the Afro-Cuban Lucumí tradition? In this thought-provoking episode, Joseph Baba Ifa explores the theology, patakís, and traditional teachings that have led many to refer to Elegua as “the trickster.” Through sacred stories and cultural context, he examines the lessons hidden within Elegua’s actions, the role of divine testing, destiny, choice, and why this powerful Orisha often challenges our
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About the Host

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Joseph Baba Ifa

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Joseph Baba Ifa is a Babalawo with over 20 years of experience in the Ifa and Orisha culture! Born in Hialeah, an area of Miami, Fl many consider to be the capital of Ifa and Orisha practice in the United States, Baba was exposed to Ifa at a very young age. Through countless experiences that span over 2 decades, Baba has been able to identify key topics that will help you on your Ifa journey! This desire to guide others is what motivated the creation of this channel! Ifa and Orisha is the birthright of every human being!