No Be Juju! An African Mythology Podcast

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It’s the podcast you never asked for. We are no mythologists (shoutout Wikipedia), just two young Nigerians eager to discover the richness of African storytelling and culture. We’ll recount myths and legends about warriors, heroes, gods and goddesses from the incredibly diverse African pantheons in a fun, contemporary way, drawing parallels with pop culture on the continent and beyond. It’s all vibes, NOT juju— really.

Episodes

  1. Exploring "Sinners" and the Legend of Ibeji

    10/05/2025

    Exploring "Sinners" and the Legend of Ibeji

    In our latest episode, we explore the influence of African mythology in popular culture, we uncover some of the lore behind Ryan Coogler's hit movie "Sinners", specifically the Legend of Ibeji-- sacred twins in Yoruba spirituality, believed to share a single soul and an unbreakable bond. Tune in for another exciting listen with the wannabe mythologists-- as always, it's all about the vibes! Oh, and if you enjoyed the episode (how can you not!!-- jk), don't forget to like, share, follow and subscribe!

    1h 13m
  2. African Mythology in Pop Culture: Castlevania Nocturne

    06/25/2025

    African Mythology in Pop Culture: Castlevania Nocturne

    The Wannabe Mythologists are back after an extended hiatus (sorry!) with an unreleased episode exploring the influence of African Mythology on popular culture! Tune in for an intriguing conversation uncovering the origins of Ogun, the Yoruba god of war and metals, and Papa Legba, the guardian of the crossroads in West African Vodun. Don't miss our thoughts on the various portrayals of African deities in TV and film, and hear us wax lyrical about our not-so-secret obsession with Annette from Castlevania: Nocturne. Listen out for an especially extensive "Vibe of the Week" and don't forget to like, share, follow and subscribe!

    1h 12m
  3. Shaka Zulu: The Legendary Warrior King

    09/30/2023

    Shaka Zulu: The Legendary Warrior King

    The Wannabe Mythologists are back at it with another one on #InternationalPodcastDay! Tune in for an exciting and informative episode on Shaka Zulu, a legendary and polarizing figure in African History. Listen out for a particularly epic "Vibe of the Week"** and be inspired by more than a few instructive Zulu proverbs. And don't forget to like, share, follow and subscribe (all the things). **For the curious ones, check out soundcloud.app.goo.gl/akwftjyxXuLDameA6 (thank us later!!)

    53 min
  4. African Mermaids: Yemoja & Inkosazana

    09/01/2023

    African Mermaids: Yemoja & Inkosazana

    The podcast you never knew you needed is back with a (delayed) splash! We're diving deep into the world of African Mermaids and fertility goddesses---> meet Yemoja, the water spirit and mother of all Yoruba Orishas, and Inkosazana, the extraordinary Zulu shapeshifter. Listen out for our uncharacteristically serious Vibes of the Week and stay tuned for a couple of African Proverbs that are equally un-vibey!

    55 min
  5. The Divine Feminine: Oshun

    03/05/2023

    The Divine Feminine: Oshun

    The podcast you never asked for is back* and better than ever! Join us wannabe mythologists this Women's History Month as we delve into the Yoruba goddess of divinity, femininity, fertility, beauty, and love-- Oshun. *Apologies for the > year-long hiatus (we are cringing more than you are). Tune in to hear us talk about Oshun's heroic origins, and the reasons behind her continued popularity. Oh and (of course) the Queen B and embodiment of goddess energy herself, Beyoncé. Enjoyed the episode? Leave us a comment on Instagram and Twitter @nbjpodcast. Missed you guys!!

    56 min
  6. African Tricksters: Eshu & Anansi

    07/09/2021

    African Tricksters: Eshu & Anansi

    This ep is all about two well-known West-African trickster gods: Eshu and Anansi. We formalize ‘Vibe of the Week’ (1:08) and talk about: How Anansi became the god of all knowledge of stories (4:21) Eshu’s many roles, his dual nature and the English translation controversy (19:11) Anansi and the pot of wisdom (48:22) Listen to the end for the African Proverb of the Day (51:45), and (of course) our 🔥 theme song!  Don’t forget to follow us on IG and Twitter: @nbjpodcast

    54 min
  7. Gods of Thunder!

    06/01/2021

    Gods of Thunder!

    The wannabe mythologists are back with another one! All about African thunder gods, warriors and heroes. Tune in to hear about:  Tsetse Bumba’s infamous temper - Kuba Kingdom, DRC (3:50)  Shango’s mystical origins - Oyo Empire, Nigeria (9:15)  The heroic tale of Sudika-Mbambi - Ambundu people, Angola (23:03)  Kiwanuka’s impartiality - Buganda Kingdom, Uganda (49:41)  Listen to the end for the African adage of the day (58:25), and of course, our fire theme song!  Follow us on Instagram and Twitter @nbjpodcast

    1 hr
  8. African Creation Stories

    05/16/2021

    African Creation Stories

    Our first episode! Filled with ‘ums’, ‘interestings’, and quite a bit of background noise, it’s clear that we’re new to this! But bear with us, it can only get better from here (we hope) We discuss our podcast creation story (0:52), and a variety of African myths of origin, from: West Africa - The Yoruba tribe (10:55)  South Africa - The Nguni kingdom (17:46) Central Africa- The Kuba kingdom (25:56)  Listen till the end to hear the African adage of the day and our theme song* Follow us on Instagram and Twitter: @nbjpodcast *disclaimer: it’s fire.

    36 min

  9. SEASON 1 TRAILER

    TRAILER

    The African mythology podcast you never knew you needed. Vibes.

    1 min

Trailer

About

It’s the podcast you never asked for. We are no mythologists (shoutout Wikipedia), just two young Nigerians eager to discover the richness of African storytelling and culture. We’ll recount myths and legends about warriors, heroes, gods and goddesses from the incredibly diverse African pantheons in a fun, contemporary way, drawing parallels with pop culture on the continent and beyond. It’s all vibes, NOT juju— really.

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