The African Spirit Reintegrated + Reimagined

Dr. Asanee
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This podcast features the teachings of Dr. Asanee Brogan, an Ori Alignment Coach, Ifá Educator, author, and founder of Asanee 44®. Episodes explore Odu Ifá, Ori wisdom, ancestral guidance, and key principles of the Ifá tradition. Rooted in the lineage of the Atepa-Iwori Temple in Nigeria, this series offers insight and education for seekers across the diaspora and beyond.

  1. FEB 11

    What Is a Head Orisha in Ifá? Common Misconceptions Explained

    This episode is a replay of the livestream in which Dr. Asanee Brogan explains what a Head Orisha means in Ifá and why the concept is often misunderstood. The discussion offers a broad educational overview of how your Head Orisha functions within destiny, how it relates to the head, and why traditional Ifá understanding differs from popular or modern interpretations. Listeners are guided through common misconceptions surrounding your Head Orisha, including identity-based assumptions, symbolic misunderstandings, and reliance on non-divinatory methods. This episode emphasizes the role of Ifá divination and proper knowledge transmission, and why an accurate understanding of your Head Orisha is essential for those seeking to grasp destiny and responsibility within the Ifá tradition.

    1h 41m

  2. JAN 28

    What Is the Difference Between a Babaláwo and a Godparent in Ifá?

    This episode is the video replay of a previously recorded livestream examining the difference between a Babaláwo and a Godparent in Ifá, presented by Dr. Asanee Brogan. The discussion clarifies how authority, responsibility, and obligation function at different stages of engagement within the tradition. The episode defines the Babaláwo’s role as service-based through Ifá divination, ritual work, and ceremonial oversight, and contrasts it with the Godparent relationship, which begins only through formal initiation and carries long-term lineage responsibility. It also addresses boundaries, financial expectations, ethical conduct, and Ori's support for discernment when choosing elders.

    2h 8m

  3. JAN 14

    Shadow Work in Ifá: Ori Misalignment and Inner Conflict

    This episode is the audio replay of a previous livestream by Dr. Asanee Brogan. In this discussion, she explores how shadow work is understood within the Ifá tradition through the lens of Ori misalignment. The episode examines why people can be deeply self-aware yet struggle with consistency, discipline, and repeated life patterns, and how inner conflict signals misalignment rather than confusion. Listeners will gain insight into how Ifá approaches correction, responsibility, and alignment with destiny, as well as how traditional practices address the underlying causes of recurring internal and external challenges. This episode is for those seeking a grounded explanation of shadow work that centers on Ori, character, and sustained alignment.

    1h 60m

  4. 12/17/2025

    Egbe Orun: Dreams, Disruptions, and Destiny Alignment

    This episode is taken from a previous livestream where Dr. Asanee explored the full landscape of Egbe Orun, the celestial companions a person lived among before entering Earth. The discussion covers what Egbe Orun are, how they function as a heavenly society, and why some individuals feel a stronger pull toward their celestial peer group. We walk through the major signs of Egbe influence, including dream encounters, relationship patterns, identity conflict, emotional withdrawal, repeating setbacks, childhood issues, and disruptions that intensify without a clear cause. The episode also explains the difference between Egbe, ancestors, Orisha, and Western concepts of “spirit guides,” as well as the connection between Egbe and Ori alignment. Listeners will also learn about offerings, rituals, initiation, what happens when Egbe requests go unanswered, and the conditions under which Egbe may influence early departure from Earth. This is a deep, foundational overview for anyone experiencing unusual dream activity or repeating life patterns that seem to defy logic.

    1h 56m

  5. 12/03/2025

    Can You Practice Ifá in Prison? Understanding Your Rights and Limitations

    This episode is a replay of a previous livestream in which Dr. Asanee examines what it means to practice Ifá within the U.S. prison system. We look at how religious rights are applied behind bars, what inmates are actually allowed to do, and how families can support loved ones who follow the tradition while incarcerated. The discussion covers legal protections, real-world barriers, daily practice inside restrictive environments, and the role of the Orisha and Odu during confinement. This replay offers grounded guidance for anyone seeking a better understanding of how African traditions function within the criminal justice system. 🐚Ifá RELIGION 🔵Ifá INITIATION GUIDE:   ⁠https://asanee44.com/product/understanding-the-path-of-Ifá-initiation-guide/⁠ 🔵Ifá DIVINATION: https://asanee44.com/product-category/Ifá-divination/  🔵Ifá-Orisha WORSHIP COURSE: https://asanee44.com/courses/Ifá-religion-divination-sacrifice-and-ori%e1%b9%a3a-worship  🔵Ifá PRODUCTS & SERVICES: https://asanee44.com/product-category/Ifá-products-services/ 💀AFRICAN SPIRITUALITY & ANCESTOR VENERATION 🔵AFRICAN SPIRITUALITY FOR BEGINNERS: https://amzn.to/4979LDF  🔵CONNECTING WITH YOUR ANCESTORS: https://amzn.to/3K8NuvU  🔵ANCESTOR ALTARS: https://asanee44.com/courses/ancestor-altars-building-gateways-for-divine-communication/   🔵ANCESTOR READING SERVICES: ⁠https://asanee44.com/product/ancestral-reading/⁠  🗞️Subscribe to our newsletter: ⁠https://asanee44.com/newsletter/⁠

    1h 25m

  6. 11/19/2025

    What Ifá Teaches About Suicide, Suffering, and Life After Death

    This episode explores what Ifá teaches about suicide, suffering, and the journey of the soul after death. Many people across the African Diaspora struggle with despair in silence, shaped by cultural expectations, religious conditioning, and the pressure to remain strong at all times. We discuss why suicidal thoughts arise, how Ifá understands human suffering, and what happens to the soul when life becomes overwhelming. We also look at the rising rates of suicide among Black youth, the cultural taboos that prevent open conversation, and the ways ancestral reconnection can restore grounding and belonging. 🐚Ifá RELIGION 🔵Ifá INITIATION GUIDE:   ⁠https://asanee44.com/product/understanding-the-path-of-Ifá-initiation-guide/⁠ 🔵Ifá DIVINATION: https://asanee44.com/product-category/Ifá-divination/  🔵Ifá-Orisha WORSHIP COURSE: https://asanee44.com/courses/Ifá-religion-divination-sacrifice-and-ori%e1%b9%a3a-worship  🔵Ifá PRODUCTS & SERVICES: https://asanee44.com/product-category/Ifá-products-services/ 💀AFRICAN SPIRITUALITY & ANCESTOR VENERATION 🔵AFRICAN SPIRITUALITY FOR BEGINNERS: https://amzn.to/4979LDF  🔵CONNECTING WITH YOUR ANCESTORS: https://amzn.to/3K8NuvU  🔵ANCESTOR ALTARS: https://asanee44.com/courses/ancestor-altars-building-gateways-for-divine-communication/   🔵ANCESTOR READING SERVICES: ⁠https://asanee44.com/product/ancestral-reading/⁠  🗞️Subscribe to our newsletter: ⁠https://asanee44.com/newsletter/⁠

    1h 29m

  7. 11/05/2025

    Astral Projection, Quantum Physics, and Alternative Universes: Beliefs in Ifá

    This episode was originally recorded as a livestream discussion on YouTube. Dr. Asanee explores how Ifá cosmology aligns with and differs from modern scientific ideas about astral projection, quantum physics, and alternate realities. Listen as she breaks down how consciousness travels between realms during dreams, the meaning of energy connection through àṣẹ, and how destiny functions within one divine order. If you missed the livestream, this replay offers deep insights into how ancient Yoruba wisdom helps us understand what science calls “quantum reality.” 🐚Ifá RELIGION 🔵Ifá INITIATION GUIDE:   ⁠https://asanee44.com/product/understanding-the-path-of-Ifá-initiation-guide/⁠ 🔵Ifá DIVINATION: https://asanee44.com/product-category/Ifá-divination/  🔵Ifá-Orisha WORSHIP COURSE: https://asanee44.com/courses/Ifá-religion-divination-sacrifice-and-ori%e1%b9%a3a-worship  🔵Ifá PRODUCTS & SERVICES: https://asanee44.com/product-category/Ifá-products-services/ 💀AFRICAN SPIRITUALITY & ANCESTOR VENERATION 🔵AFRICAN SPIRITUALITY FOR BEGINNERS: https://amzn.to/4979LDF  🔵CONNECTING WITH YOUR ANCESTORS: https://amzn.to/3K8NuvU  🔵ANCESTOR ALTARS: https://asanee44.com/courses/ancestor-altars-building-gateways-for-divine-communication/   🔵ANCESTOR READING SERVICES: ⁠https://asanee44.com/product/ancestral-reading/⁠  🗞️Subscribe to our newsletter: ⁠https://asanee44.com/newsletter/⁠

    1h 30m

  8. 10/22/2025

    Sexual Taboos in Ifá: What No One Talks About

    Originally streamed live on YouTube, this episode explores what Ifá teaches about sex, shame, and sacred energy. Dr. Asanee Brogan discusses major sexual taboos, including self-pleasure, pornography, infidelity, menstruation, and abstinence through the lens of Yoruba wisdom. Learn how sexual energy functions as a divine force in creation, connection, and healing, and how imbalance can disrupt one’s alignment with Ori and destiny. 🐚Ifá RELIGION 🔵Ifá INITIATION GUIDE:   ⁠https://asanee44.com/product/understanding-the-path-of-Ifá-initiation-guide/⁠ 🔵Ifá DIVINATION: https://asanee44.com/product-category/Ifá-divination/  🔵Ifá-Orisha WORSHIP COURSE: https://asanee44.com/courses/Ifá-religion-divination-sacrifice-and-ori%e1%b9%a3a-worship  🔵Ifá PRODUCTS & SERVICES: https://asanee44.com/product-category/Ifá-products-services/ 💀AFRICAN SPIRITUALITY & ANCESTOR VENERATION 🔵AFRICAN SPIRITUALITY FOR BEGINNERS: https://amzn.to/4979LDF  🔵CONNECTING WITH YOUR ANCESTORS: https://amzn.to/3K8NuvU  🔵ANCESTOR ALTARS: https://asanee44.com/courses/ancestor-altars-building-gateways-for-divine-communication/   🔵ANCESTOR READING SERVICES: ⁠https://asanee44.com/product/ancestral-reading/⁠  🗞️Subscribe to our newsletter: ⁠https://asanee44.com/newsletter/⁠

    1h 54m
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This podcast features the teachings of Dr. Asanee Brogan, an Ori Alignment Coach, Ifá Educator, author, and founder of Asanee 44®. Episodes explore Odu Ifá, Ori wisdom, ancestral guidance, and key principles of the Ifá tradition. Rooted in the lineage of the Atepa-Iwori Temple in Nigeria, this series offers insight and education for seekers across the diaspora and beyond.

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