Description

From the golden waters of Yoruba mythology to the iconic visuals of Lemonade, Oshun has long been a symbol of love, femininity, and resilience. But how does this powerful goddess connect to Beyoncé’s music, imagery, and artistic evolution? In this episode, we explore the origins and transformations of the Orisha, Oshun and unpack the deep spiritual and cultural ties between Oshun and Queen Bey. 

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Cool Stuff Mentioned In This Episode:

• https://www.blackhistoryheroes.com/2015/10/a-west-african-folktale-of-story-of.html
• https://africanpoems.net/gods-ancestors/oshun-the-river-goddess/
• https://www.britannica.com/topic/The-Philosophy-of-the-Yoruba-2006354
• https://contra.com/p/7NOYqrN6-oshun-the-goddess-of-love-fertility-and-abundance
• https://www.uua.org/re/tapestry/children/signs/session13/oshun
• https://www.vice.com/en/article/how-to-invoke-oshun-yoruba-goddess-orisha/
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PeonBmeFR8o
• https://www.vice.com/en/article/how-to-invoke-oshun-yoruba-goddess-orisha/
• https://www.vox.com/culture/2020/7/31/21349403/beyonce-black-is-king-oshun-osun-yoruba-goddess

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