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Igbo PodcastS3EI2: Season III Finale Part IIIn this episode we complete the Season III finale. We continue to explore the Igbo folktale, AKỤKỌ IDU NA ỌBA | Chigalurumogu, from Ikenga Nation Podcast!
As we prepare season IV of this podcast feel free to DM us @igbpodcast on instagram with your suggestions of what you would like to see moving forward!
2024-04-0953 minIgbo PodcastS3E11: Season III Finale Part IIn this episode we begin the Season III finale as we prepare to usher in Season IV of Igbo Podcast! In this episode we work on our Igbo listening comprehension as we go over an Igbo folktale found on the Ikenga Nation podcast AKỤKỌ IDU NA ỌBA | Chigalurumogu.
As we prepare season IV of this podcast feel free to DM us @igbpodcast on instagram with your suggestions of what you would like to see moving forward!
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Igbo PodcastS3E10: Igbo Podcast x Ụmụ Igbo Unite Exclusive InterviewCheck out this exclusive episode with the founder of Igbo Podcast, Ifunanya, and Ụmụ Igbo Unite, an organization that promotes and preserves Igbo culture across the diaspora while empowering and connecting young Igbo professionals. In this episode Ifunanya discusses in her journey of how she went from not being able to speak any Igbo to becoming conversational in Igbo and equipped to pioneer the Igbo Podcast brand. She also discusses more about her experience going back to Nigeria for 6 months with the primary goal of learning Igbo and immersing herself in the language and culture!
Checkout the 2022 Umu Igbo Unite digi...2022-09-301h 00Igbo PodcastS3E8: Reflexive Pronouns IReflexive pronouns are used to depict when something does something to itself. In English, Reflexive pronouns are things like " myself, himself, herself, themselves etc." In this episode we will be exploring how to create reflexive pronouns in Igbo. To purchase a transcript of it please go to https://obodofullcircle.com/transcripts.2022-09-3029 minIgbo PodcastS3E7: Possession in Igbo IIIn this episode we expand on the concept of possession in Igbo, exploring possessive adjectives and putting our knowledge to the test with exercises. To purchase a transcript of it please go to https://obodofullcircle.com/transcripts.2022-09-3020 minIgbo PodcastS3E10: Igbo Podcast x Ụmụ Igbo Unite Exclusive InterviewCheck out this exclusive episode with the founder of Igbo Podcast, Ifunanya, and Ụmụ Igbo Unite, an organization that promotes and preserves Igbo culture across the diaspora while empowering and connecting young Igbo professionals. In this episode Ifunanya discusses in her journey of how she went from not being able to speak any Igbo to becoming conversational in Igbo and equipped to pioneer the Igbo Podcast brand. She also discusses more about her experience going back to Nigeria for 6 months with the primary goal of learning Igbo and immersing herself in the language and culture!
Check...2022-09-301h 00
Igbo PodcastS3E8: Reflexive Pronoun IIn this episode we expand on the concept of possession in Igbo, exploring possessive adjectives and putting our knowledge to the test with exercises. To purchase a transcript of it please go to https://obodofullcircle.com/transcripts.2022-07-1229 minIgbo PodcastS3E8: Reflexive Pronouns IReflexive pronouns are used to depict when something does something to itself. In English, Reflexive pronouns are things like " myself, himself, herself, themselves etc." In this episode we will be exploring how to create reflexive pronouns in Igbo. To purchase a transcript of it please go to https://obodofullcircle.com/transcripts. 2022-07-1229 min
Igbo PodcastS3E7: Possession in Igbo IIIn this episode we expand on the concept of possession in Igbo, exploring possessive adjectives and putting our knowledge to the test with exercises. To purchase a transcript of it please go to https://obodofullcircle.com/transcripts.2022-06-1320 min
Igbo PodcastS3E6: Possession In Igbo IIn this episode we explore demonstrative pronouns which are simply where the words "this or that" are used in place of the name of a noun. We also end this episode playing the This or That Game: Igbo Edition. To purchase the transcript for this episode please go to Obodofullcircle.com2022-05-3031 minIgbo PodcastS3E6: Possession in Igbo IIn this episode we explore how possession is shown in Igbo. For example to say "Ifunanya's Podcast" in Igbo it would be "Pokasti Ifunanya." Or to say "her ba"g it would be "akpa ya," or "her own/hers" it would be "nke ya." This is part one exploring this topic. To purchase a transcript of it please go to https://obodofullcircle.com/transcripts.2022-05-3031 minIgbo Podcast28 Days #SpeakIgboChallenge and Exciting News!Ndeewo nụ Ndị nke m !!
I know its been a while I have posted a new episode! I apologize and am working diligently to get back to more consistently posting new episodes as we have so many more awesome episodes in store for you! In the mean time please follow me on this 28 Days #SpeakIgboChallenge aimed at having us commit to speaking some level of Igbo each day throughout this month!! Share your posts on IG with the #SpeakIgboChallenge hashtag and tagging us @igbopodcast and we will be sure to repost! Also feel free to jo...2022-04-0706 min
Igbo PodcastS3E5: Demonstrative III- Nke a vs Nke ahụIn this episode we explore demonstrative pronouns which are simply where the words "this or that" are used in place of the name of a noun. We also end this episode playing the This or That Game: Igbo Edition. To purchase the transcript for this episode please go to Obodofullcircle.com2021-10-2420 minIgbo PodcastS3E4: Survival Demonstratives IIIn this episode we look more closely at go-to demonstratives phrases to know to say things like "this place/here," "that place/there," and things like "this thing," "that person" etc. These are phrases that once mastered can help you create Igbo sentences with greater ease! To purchase the transcript for this episode please go to Obodofullcircle.com2021-10-2420 minIgbo PodcastS3E5: Demonstrative III- Nke a vs Nke ahụIn this episode we explore demonstrative pronouns which are simply where the words "this or that" are used in place of the name of a noun. We also end this episode playing the This or That Game: Igbo Edition. To purchase the transcript for this episode please go to Obodofullcircle.com2021-10-2420 minIgbo PodcastS3E4: Survival Demonstratives IIIn this episode we look more closely at go-to demonstratives phrases to know to say things like "this place/here," "that place/there," and things like "this thing," "that person" etc. These are phrases that once mastered can help you create Igbo sentences with greater ease! To purchase the transcript for this episode please go to Obodofullcircle.com 2021-10-1720 min
Igbo PodcastNdị Igbo No De Carrry LastNdị Nke m (My people)
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Also help us by spreading the wo...2021-09-2301 minIgbo PodcastS3E3: Demonstrative I and Vocabularyn this episode we have a new guest teacher by the name of Sopuruchi Aboh who is an Igbo linguist that is passionate about the development of the Igbo language. He teaches Igbo and Linguistics at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka and as published articles and books on Igbo culture and language. His recent publication is an anthology of poems on coronavirus and climate change he co-edited titled, Sọọrọ Ụwa Zeere Koro. If you are interested in getting a copy of this book or any of his work, please email igbopodcast @ gmail dot com
In this episode we explore the topi...2021-09-0943 minIgbo PodcastS3E3: Demonstrative I and VocabularyIn this episode we have a new guest teacher by the name of Sopuruchi Aboh who is an Igbo linguist that is passionate about the development of the Igbo language. He teaches Igbo and Linguistics at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka and as published articles and books on Igbo culture and language. His recent publication is an anthology of poems on coronavirus and climate change he co-edited titled, Sọọrọ Ụwa Zeere Koro. If you are interested in getting a copy of this book or any of his work, please email igbopodcast @ gmail dot com
In this episode we...2021-09-0843 minIgbo PodcastIntro Season III Big ANNOUNCEMENTWe are excited to be kicking off Season III of this audio series. What started as a passion project and a means to actualize a lifelong goal as turned into a whole movement and community and we couldn't be more excited and inspired. In this audio we take a look at some things to expect this upcoming season as well as touch on ways you all can continue to support and contribute to this brand. We also make the special announcement about our sister brand and app COMING SOON.
Please be sure you are following us on instagram @igbopodcast and...2021-08-0508 minIgbo PodcastS3E2: Dada IIThis is part II on our episode on Dada with the 21st century Dibia, Chika L. Nnabuike. Purchase the transcript/worksheet via our website obodofullcircle.com to get a breakdown of the ending prayer of this episode. Challenge yourself with the Igbo before reviewing the English translation. Enjoy, don't forget to like, share and subscribe. 2021-08-0121 minIgbo PodcastS3E1: Dada IIn the first episode of Season III, we had the pleasure of having a 21st century Dibia, Chika L. Nnabuike help us explore the topic of Dada also known as dreadlocs/ locs. The transcript/worksheet gives an overall summary of the topic in English and Igbo. Test your Igbo skills by working through the Igbo before reading the English. purchases your copy at obobofullcircle.com. Tune in to part I of this episode. Be sure to share and leave us a review.
2021-08-0141 minIgbo PodcastIntro Season III Big ANNOUNCEMENTWe are excited to be kicking off Season III of this audio series. What started as a passion project and a means to actualize a lifelong goal as turned into a whole movement and community and we couldn't be more excited and inspired. In this audio we take a look at some things to expect this upcoming season as well as touch on ways you all can continue to support and contribute to this brand. We also make the special announcement about our sister brand and app COMING SOON.
Please be sure you are following us on i...2021-08-0108 min
Igbo LecturesWhen Igbo Ruled the World Before The Rise of IslamThis is a lecture by Igbo Heritage organization.
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Igbo LecturesThere was a time, then, in early Igbo history, when Ndi Igbo possessed true knowledge,This is a lecture by Igbo Heritage organization.
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Igbo LecturesThe corruption and final loss of Igbo basic scripture has been the greatest tragedy in Igbo historyThis is a lecture by Igbo Heritage organization.
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Igbo LecturesOzioma anyi tata, na eru ndi Igbo aka site na aka oru ndi Ndozi Odinala Igbo.This is a lecture by Igbo Heritage organization.
To listen to more lectures from this organization, visit their YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCT0LuDbucoyN77rJn5jG-ag
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Igbo LecturesNdozi Odinala aims is to rehabilitate Nso Ala Igbo and stabilize Odinala IgboThis is a lecture by Igbo Heritage organization.
To listen to more lectures from this organization, visit their YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCT0LuDbucoyN77rJn5jG-ag
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Igbo PodcastS2E21: Nwadiala Season II FinaleThis episode has been published and can be heard everywhere your podcast is available.
In this episode we have a special guest Dr. M. O Ene and we explore the Nwadiala concept in Igbo culture. This is a concept that provides unique privileges and recognition to people from their maternal side of the family.
In this episode we also talk about his upcoming book that goes into depths about the significance of the Kola Nut in the Igbo culture. To get on the waiting-list to be notified when the book is available please email ireedbuck. @ gmail . com
God bless you...2020-12-3158 minIgbo PodcastS2E21: Season II Finale NwadialaIn this episode we have a special guest Dr. M. O Ene and we explore the Nwadiala concept in Igbo culture. This is a concept that provides unique privileges and recognition to people from their maternal side of the family.
In this episode we also talk about his upcoming book that goes into depths about the significance of the Kola Nut in the Igbo culture. To get on the waiting-list to be notified when the book is available please email igbopodcast @ gmail . com.
God bless you all for the continued support and we...2020-12-3058 minIgbo PodcastS2E20: Somto Si Body Part IIIIn this episode we learner a series of phrases in Igbo that utilize words of the body part to convey different meanings. For example "aka nri" translated directly means the hand of food, but it actually means "right" or "right hand." Another example is "iri ju afọ," which directly translated means "eaten till stomach full," but in actuality, it is a phrase that means "are you satisfied." We also learn Igbo verbs in the command or imperative form and practice the verbs and phrases in a game called "Somto si," similar to the game "Simon says."
For full transcript and/or...2020-11-1937 minIgbo PodcastS2E20: Somto Si Body Part IIIIn this episode we learner a series of phrases in Igbo that utilize words of the body part to convey different meanings. For example "aka nri" translated directly means the hand of food, but it actually means "right" or "right hand." Another example is "iri ju afọ," which directly translated means "eaten till stomach full," but in actuality, it is a phrase that means "are you satisfied." We also learn Igbo verbs in the command or imperative form and practice the verbs and phrases in a game called "Somto si," similar to the game "Simon says."
...2020-11-1937 minIgbo PodcastS2E18: Body Parts IntroThis episode provides an intro to Igbo vocabulary of different parts of the body.
For full transcript and/or worksheet, go to www.obodofullcircle.com.2020-10-1222 minIgbo PodcastS2E18: Body Parts IntroThis episode provides an intro to Igbo vocabulary of different parts of the body.
To purchase the transcript for this episode or utilize our audio flashcards go to obodofullcircle.com2020-10-1222 minIgbo PodcastS2E17: Homographs Part IIThis episodes shines further light on Homographs in Igbo. Homographs are words that have the same exact spelling but are different based off tones. In Igbo there are several words like this that can be quite tricky for a learner. This episode focuses on more comprehension and pronunciation exercises
For full transcript and/or worksheet go to Obodofullcircle.com2020-09-2846 minIgbo PodcastS2E17: Homographs IIThis episodes shines further light on Homographs in Igbo. Homographs are words that have the same exact spelling but are different based off tones. In Igbo there are several words like this that can be quite tricky for a learner. This episode focuses on more comprehension and pronunciation exercises
To purchase the transcript for this episode or utilize our audio flashcards go to obodofullcircle.com2020-09-2846 minIgbo PodcastS2E16: Homographs IThis episodes focuses on Homographs in Igbo. Homographs are words that have the same exact spelling but are different based off tones. In Igbo there are several words like this that can be quite tricky for a learner.
Join us as we take learning tones to another level.
For full transcript and/or worksheet, go to www.obodofullcircle.com.2020-09-0836 minIgbo PodcastS2E16: Homographs IThis episodes focuses on Homographs in Igbo. Homographs are words that have the same exact spelling but are different based off tones. In Igbo there are several words like this that can be quite tricky for a learner.
Join us as we take learning tones to another level.
To purchase the transcript for this episode or utilize our audio flashcards go to obodofullcircle.com
2020-09-0836 minIgbo PodcastS2E15: Tones IIThis is part II on the topic of tones in Igbo. Tones are a difficult aspect of the Igbo language for learners at any level! This episodes offers strategies with recognizing tones and an ton of practice on using them.
For full transcript and/or worksheet go to Obodofullcircle.com
Like what we do? Consider supporting by donating with this link here: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?token=aRGqnrGaCBfJzWaP7tpxK7pviD67UMEXHQg0SMOfDdlHzmb_o9n0cMFvajCfw20YTJkkyW&country.x=US&locale.x=2020-06-1631 minIgbo PodcastS2E15: Tones IIThis is part II on the topic of tones in Igbo. Tones are a difficult aspect of the Igbo language for learners at any level! This episodes offers strategies with recognizing tones and an ton of practice on using them.
To Purchase full transcript or our audio flashcards go to: Obodofullcircle.com
Like what we do? Consider supporting by donating with this link here: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?token=aRGqnrGaCBfJzWaP7tpxK7pviD67UMEXHQg0SMOfDdlHzmb_o9n0cMFvajCfw20YTJkkyW&country.x=US&locale.x=2020-06-1631 minIgbo PodcastS2E14: Tones IThis is part I on the topic of tones in Igbo. Tones are a difficult aspect of the Igbo language for learners at any level! This episodes offers strategies with recognizing tones and an ton of practice on using them. I
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Like what we do? Consider supporting by Donating with this link here: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?token=aRGqnrGaCBfJzWaP7tpxK7pviD67UMEXHQg0SMOfDdlHzmb_o9n0cMFvajCfw20YTJkkyW&country.x=US&locale.x=2020-06-1638 minIgbo PodcastS2E14: Tones IThis is part I on the topic of tones in Igbo. Tones are a difficult aspect of the Igbo language for learners at any level! This episodes offers strategies with recognizing tones and an ton of practice on using them.
For full transcript and/or worksheet, go to www.obodofullcircle.com.
Like what we do? Consider supporting by donating with this link here: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?token=aRGqnrGaCBfJzWaP7tpxK7pviD67UMEXHQg0SMOfDdlHzmb_o9n0cMFvajCfw20YTJkkyW&country.x=US&locale.x=2020-06-1638 minIgbo PodcastS2E13: Survival, Courtesy, Manners and Exercises RecapIn this episode, listeners will have the chance to review and practice phrases and greetings from the previous episode that are integral to the Beginner Igbo Language Survival Kit.
For full transcript and/or worksheet, go to www.obodofullcircle.com.
Like what we do? Consider supporting by donating with this link here: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?token=aRGqnrGaCBfJzWaP7tpxK7pviD67UMEXHQg0SMOfDdlHzmb_o9n0cMFvajCfw20YTJkkyW&country.x=US&locale.x=2020-05-1814 minIgbo PodcastS2E12: Survival, Manners, And Courtesy PhrasesIn this episode, listeners will learn a few basic Igbo phrases for their Beginner Igbo Language Survival Kits --- that is phrases they can use to start speaking Igbo in their daily lives and begin navigating different real life scenarios using the Igbo language.
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To purchase full transcript go to: Obodofullcircle.com2020-05-1814 minIgbo PodcastS2E11: Recap Survival Phrases ContinuedIn this episode, listeners will have the chance to review and practice phrases and greetings from the previous episode that are integral to the Beginner Igbo Language Survival Kit.
For full transcript and/or worksheet, go to www.obodofullcircle.com.
Like what we do? Consider supporting by donating with this link here: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?token=aRGqnrGaCBfJzWaP7tpxK7pviD67UMEXHQg0SMOfDdlHzmb_o9n0cMFvajCfw20YTJkkyW&country.x=US&locale.x=2020-05-1819 minIgbo PodcastS2E12: Survival, Courtesy, Manners and moreExplore more Survival phrases and how to show manners in Igbo.
To purchase full transcript go to: Obodofullcircle.com2020-05-1233 minIgbo PodcastS2 E10: Survival Phrases Continued IThis episode is a continuation of the first two episodes in Season I that sought to give learners "go to phrases" for maintaining conversations in Igbo. These phrases are additional phrases to add to your Survival Igbo tool kit.
For full transcript and/or worksheet, go to www.obodofullcircle.com.
Like what we do? Consider supporting by donating with this link here: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?token=aRGqnrGaCBfJzWaP7tpxK7pviD67UMEXHQg0SMOfDdlHzmb_o9n0cMFvajCfw20YTJkkyW&country.x=US&locale.x=2020-04-3036 minIgbo PodcastS2E10: More Survival Phrases IThis episode is a continuation of the first two episodes in Season I, that sought to give learners "go to phrases" for maintaining conversations in Igbo. These phrases are additional phrases to add to your Survival Igbo tool kit.
To purchase full transcript go to: Obodofullcircle.com
2020-04-3036 minIgbo PodcastNeed Someone To Practice Your Igbo With?Having a peer to practice my Igbo with has provided me with the greatest improvements in learning the language. From building my confidence, to learning cool phrases, to sharpening my audio comprehension, conversation partners are the best way to improve proficiency in speaking a language. And now we would like to bring to you two ways to access an Igbo language partner at a discounted price before the Igbo Conversation Exchange Program officially goes live.
1. Signup to practice a particular episode topic or exercises with a conversation partner for an hourly rate. This option is super flexible and requires less...2020-04-2705 minIgbo PodcastNeed someone to practice speaking Igbo with?Having a peer to practice my Igbo with has provided me with the greatest improvements in learning the language. From building my confidence, to learning cool phrases, to sharpening my audio comprehension, conversation partners are the best way to improve proficiency in speaking a language. And now we would like to bring to you two ways to access an Igbo language partner at a discounted price before the Igbo Conversation Exchange Program officially goes live.
1. Signup to practice a particular episode topic or exercises with a conversation partner for an hourly rate. This option i...2020-04-2705 minIgbo PodcastS2E9: Prayer 101 Exercises and Create Yours!In this episode we review keywords and phrases that we have learned through our Igbo Prayer 101 series. We then use the blueprint we layout to create our own personalized prayer and to encourage you too as well.
To purchase full transcript go to: Obodofullcircle.com
2020-04-1241 minIgbo PodcastS2 E8: Prayer 101 Requests and ClosingIn this episode we look at how to make requests in Igbo, We introduce to phrases that can be used to requests for things we want and one phrase to request for things we do not want. From there, we go over lines that do not fall tidy into a category as well as a few lines that can be used to close a prayer.
For full transcript and/or worksheet, go to www.obodofullcircle.com.2020-03-2940 minIgbo PodcastS2E8: Prayer 101 Requests and ClosingIn this episode we look at how to make requests in Igbo, We introduce to phrases that can be used to requests for things we want and one phrase to request for things we do not want. From there, we go over lines that do not fall tidy into a category as well as a few lines that can be used to close a prayer.
To purchase full transcript go to: Obodofullcircle.com2020-03-2940 minIgbo PodcastS2E7: Prayer 101- Thanksgiving/AdorationSo this episode is part II of our episode on creating your own prayer in igbo, which seeks to give a blueprint or guide to creating a personal prayer in Igbo. In the previous episode we went over some "must know phrases" and then a list of names used in glorifying God. In this part of the episode, we will explore how to show Adoration and thanksgiving,.
So to explore this part of prayer we will introduce 4 phrases that can be used when beginning your sentences of thanks. It's important to note that there are many ways to say thank...2020-03-2038 minIgbo PodcastS2E7: Prayer 101: Thanksgiving/AdorationSo this episode is part II of our episode on creating your own prayer in igbo, which seeks to give a blueprint or guide to creating a personal prayer in Igbo. In the previous episode we went over some "must know phrases" and then a list of names used in glorifying God. In this part of the episode, we will explore how to show Adoration and thanksgiving,.
So to explore this part of prayer we will introduce 4 phrases that can be used when beginning your sentences of thanks. It's important to note that there are many ways to...2020-03-2038 minIgbo PodcastS2E6: Praying in Igbo 101Have you ever wished that you could say a prayer in Igbo? Or that you could at least better understand when a prayer is being said in Igbo around you? Well if so, these next couple of episodes are for you. And even if you do not pray, these episodes are still for you as they cover a ton of great vocabulary and phrases that can be used in everyday speech in Igbo. This episode is the first of four episodes that seek to layout a blueprint for creating your very own prayer in Igbo. This episode focusses on "Must...2020-03-1927 minIgbo PodcastS2E6: Praying in Igbo 101Have you ever wished that you could say a prayer in Igbo? Or that you could at least, better understand when a prayer is being said in Igbo around you? Well if so, these next couple of episodes are for you, though, even if you do not pray, these episodes are still for you as they cover a ton of great vocabulary and phrases that can be used in everyday speech in Igbo. This episode is the first of four episodes that seek to layout a blueprint for creating your very own prayer in Igbo. This episode focusses on "Mu...2020-03-1927 minIgbo PodcastS2E2: Kola Nut Prayer IIỌjị, which is kola nut in the Igbo language, is a very significant part of Igbo culture in regards to greetings, offerings, covenants, communion, prayers, and more. The Kola nut can only be blessed in the Igbo language and as such, the fate of this crucial cultural phenomenon depends on those who can speak the language and who can respect and upkeep the culture. In this episode, we dissect the second half of a kola nut prayer by ObynoDaddyMuna with a new and special guest teacher, Ugochinyerennaya 2020-02-2127 minIgbo PodcastS2E2: Kola Nut Prayer IIỌjị, which is kola nut in the Igbo language, is a very significant part of Igbo culture in regards to greetings, offerings, covenants, communion, prayers, and more. The Kola nut can only be blessed in the Igbo language and as such, the fate of this crucial cultural phenomenon depends on those who can speak the language and who can respect and upkeep the culture. In this episode, we dissect the second half of short clip of a kola nut prayer by Obyno Daddy Muna with a new and special guest teacher, Ugochinyerennaya.
Theme Music by Jon Deux
For full transcript and...2020-02-2127 minIgbo PodcastS2E1: Kola Nut Prayer IỌjị, which is kola nut in the Igbo language, is a very significant part of Igbo culture in regards to greetings, offerings, covenants, communion, prayers, and more. The Kola nut can only be blessed in the Igbo language and as such, the fate of this crucial cultural phenomenon depends on those who can speak the language and who can respect and upkeep the culture. In this episode, we dissect the first half of short clip of a kola nut prayer by Obyno Daddy Muna with a new and special guest teacher, Ugochinyerennaya.
Theme Music by Jon Deux
For full transcript and...2020-02-2123 minIgbo PodcastS2E1: Kola Nut Prayer IỌjị, which is kola nut in the Igbo language, is a very significant part of Igbo culture in regards to greetings, offerings, covenants, communion, prayers, and more. The Kola nut can only be blessed in the Igbo language and as such, the fate of this crucial cultural phenomenon depends on those who can speak the language and who can respect and upkeep the culture. In this episode, we dissect the first half of a kola nut prayer by ObynoDaddyMuna with a new and special guest teacher, Ugochinyerennaya 2020-02-2123 minIgbo PodcastSeason II Introduction: O teego!This is the introductory episode of Season II of this podcast series. In this audio, the founder, Ifunanya, gives a glimpse of what can be expected this season, a reminder of the format, and some encouragement towards our overall goals in this language learning journey!
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Music: Eriwa by Ruffcoin2020-02-2007 minIgbo PodcastIntroduction: O teego!This is the introductory episode of Season II of this podcast series. In this audio, the founder, Ifunanya, gives a glimpse of what can be expected this season, a reminder of the format, and some encouragement towards our overall goals in this language learning journey!
Enjoy =)
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Music: Teckno2019-07-0403 minIgbo PodcastEpisode 20: Ezinaụlọ ComprehensionIn this Episode we work utilizing the vocabulary we learned about the members of the family in Igbo as well a our audio comprehension, by listening to a passage in Igbo and then answering questions based on that passage.
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2019-05-0709 minIgbo PodcastEpisode 18: Ezinaụlọ Part IIIn this Episode we reviewed the 6 key words we learned needed for describing most members of the family in Igbo. We then explore other important Igbo vocabulary that describes the position of a child in the family and more extended members of the family.
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Music: Nwa by Ifé2019-04-0821 minIgbo PodcastEpisode 17: EzinaụlọEzinaụlọ means family in Igbo.
Using 6 key words, one can derive at many other vocabulary words used to describe different family members. In this episode we learn several vocabulary for the names of family member in Igbo and more. We also utilize a number of exercises to practice what we learn.
To purchase the transcript for this episode or utilize our audio flashcards go to obodofullcircle.com2019-04-0229 min
Igbo PodcastEpisode 17: Ezinaụlọ Part 1The Igbo word for “family” is Ezinaụlọ, a compound word made of two separate words: (1) Ezi - compound or outside and (2) Ụlọ - house. In this episode, we explore 6 key words, as explained by @nwaadaigbo, that act as building blocks to refer to many different family members.
For full transcript and/or worksheet go to www.obodofullcircle.com.
Music: Flavour Ada Ada (karaoke version)2019-04-0229 min
Igbo PodcastEpisode 16: ỊnọIn this episode we explore, "Ịnọ" the "to be" verb which means being at a place for both living and non living items. (Note there are examples where ịdị can also be the "to be" verb used to describe "to be at a place" for inanimate objects. This concept is not explored in this episode however.) We then explore common vocabulary words for names of places in Igbo.
For full transcript and/or worksheet go to www.obodofullcircle.com.
Music: Zoro ft Flavour - Ogene (Instrumental) Produced by KexyKlef x Majorbangz2019-02-2429 minIgbo PodcastEpisode 16: ỊnọIn this episode we explore, "Ịnọ" the "to be" verb which means being at a place for both living and non living items. Note there are examples where "ịdị" can also be the "to be" verb used to describe "to be at a place" for inanimate objects, and there are some Igbo school of thoughts that state that "Ino" can only be used to describe the place of being for animate objects while "ịdị," can be used to described the place of being for only inanimate objects. In this episode however, we practice using the Ịnọ to be verb along with explorin...2019-02-2429 min
Igbo PodcastEpisode 15: Ịbụ vs ỊdịIn english, everything simply just is. The "to be" verb can be used when stating, I am a girl, He is 32 years old, or They are at the house. Also notice that in english the "to be" verb also changes or is conjugated based off the pronoun, ie: "is, are, am."
The way Igbo people conceptualize the "to be" verb is different however. In this episode we explain that the "Ịbụ" "to be" verb in Igbo is used more when expressing a category of an object or its literally "being" while "Ịdị" is more so used to qualify that being or to sp...2019-02-2321 min
Igbo PodcastEpisode 13: ỌnụọgụgụỌnụọgụgụ means Numbers in Igbo.
In this lesson, we go over Igbo number 1-10 and then using this knowledge formulate other numbers from 1-99.
For full transcript and/or worksheet go to www.obodofullcircle.com.
Music: Ijele by Flavour ft Zoro2019-02-2337 min
Igbo PodcastEpisode 12: Ajụjụ In ActionIn this Episode, we put our question words into action by role playing two scenarios. This is a good exercise to help with comprehension as well as working on pronunciation and command of the Igbo question words.
For full transcript and/or worksheet go to www.obodofullcircle.com.
Music: Onye bu nwanne m by Onyeka2019-02-2313 min
Igbo PodcastEpisode 11: AjụjụThe word for question in Igbo is Ajụjụ . In this episode we explore question words such as "who, what, when, where, why and how" as well as introducing structures needed when formulating sentences with the question words.
For full transcript and/or worksheet go to www.obodofullcircle.com.2019-02-2323 min
Igbo PodcastEpisode 10: Udaume IIIn this episode, we jump right into exercises to help better solidify Udaume, vowels in Igbo. And then, we further explore how vowel harmony dictates which pronouns to use in certain instances.
For full transcript and/or worksheet, go to www.obodofullcircle.com.
Music: Ife Onye Metula- Chief Osita Steven Osadebe2019-02-2321 min
Igbo PodcastEpisode 9: Udaume Part IVowels are of the utmost importance when seeking to master the Igbo language. Knowing the vowel sounds and also the vowel harmony principle in Igbo will help greatly improve pronunciation. In this episode we explore the different vowel sounds and learn about vowel harmony.
---Check out Udaume II for more.
For full transcript and/or worksheet, go to www.obodofullcircle.com.
Music: Ife Onye Metula- Chief Osita Steven Osadebe2019-02-2330 min
Igbo PodcastWE WILL BE BACK ON SOUNDCLOUDSo just a few days ago I released an audio stating that this podcast will no longer be updated on SoundCloud. However, thanks to the wonderful benevolence and support from our first sponsorship updated episodes will be back on SOUNDCLOUD!! Look out for the release of a bunch of new episodes!!!!2019-02-2203 minIgbo PodcastEpisode 15: Ịbụ vs ỊdịIn English, everything simply just is. The to be verb can be used when stating, I am a girl, He is 32 years old, or They are at the house. Also notice that in english the "to be" verb also changes or is conjugated based off the pronoun, ie: "is, are, am."
The way Igbo people conceptualize the "to be" verb is different however. In this episode we explain that the "Ịbụ" "to be" verb in Igbo is used more when expressing a category of an object or its literally "being" while "Ịdị" is more so used to qualify th...2019-02-1821 minIgbo PodcastEpisode 13: ỌnụọgụgụỌnụọgụgụ means Numbers in Igbo. In this lesson, we go over Igbo number 1-10 and then using this knowledge formulate other numbers from 1-99.
To purchase full transcript and audio flashcards go to Obodofullcircle.com2019-02-0137 minIgbo PodcastEpisode 12: Ajụjụ in ActionIn this Episode, we put our question words into action by role playing two scenarios. This is a good exercise to help with comprehension as well as working on pronunciation and command of the Igbo question words.
Music: Onye bu nwanne m by Onyeka2019-01-1913 minIgbo PodcastEpisode 11: AjụjụThe word for question in Igbo is Ajụjụ . In this episode we explore question words such as "who, what, when, where, why and how" as well as introducing structures needed when formulating sentences with the question words.
For full transcript/worksheet of episode please go to Obodofullcircle.com2019-01-1923 minIgbo PodcastEpisode 10: Udaume II In this episode, we jump right into exercises to help better solidify Udaume, vowels in Igbo. And then, we further explore how vowel harmony dictates which pronouns to use in certain instances. Vowels are of critical importance in the Igbo language. Be sure to really take the time to learn the vowel sounds.
To purchase full transcript/worksheet go to obodofullcircle.com
Music: Ife Onye Metula- Chief Osita Steven Osadebe 2019-01-1221 min
Igbo PodcastEpisode 9: Udaume IVowels are of the utmost importance when seeking to master the Igbo language. Knowing the vowel sounds and also the vowel harmony principle in Igbo will help greatly improve pronunciation. In this episode we explore the different vowel sounds and learn about vowel harmony.
To purchase full transcript/worksheet go to obodofullcircle.com
Music: Ife Onye Metula- Chief Osita Steven Osadebe2019-01-1130 min
Igbo PodcastEpisode 8: Pronouns Recap and Extra ExerciseThis is a recap of pronouns in Igbo and provides additional practice with both subject and object pronouns. There is also brief discussion about how vowel harmony relates to pronoun in Igbo, which will be touched on more in future episodes.
For full transcript and/or worksheet, go to www.obodofullcircle.com.
Music: Music: Na Kwa Echeki by Dr Sir Warrior and Oriental Brothers2018-12-2206 min
Igbo PodcastEpisode 7: Nnọchi Aha(Pronouns)Pronouns are known as "Nnọchi Aha" in Igbo, which translates to “to be in the place of a name”. At the very basic sentence structure level, Igbo follows a similar pattern with English in that sentences are also constructed in the “subject-verb-object” format. When addressing pronouns, we will look both at the pronouns used when as subjects and as objects.
For full transcript and/or worksheet, go to www.obodofullcircle.com.
Music: Na Kwa Echeki by Dr Sir Warrior and Oriental Brothers2018-12-2230 min
Igbo PodcastEpisode 7: Nnọchi Aha(Pronouns)In this episode we begin to explore Nnọchi Aha which is Pronoun in Igbo and we do so by first starting with subject and object pronouns.
To purchase full transcript with activities from this episode go to: Obodofullcircle.com2018-12-2230 minIgbo PodcastEpisode 6: Udamkpi RecapThis is a recap of Udamkpị, double consonant letters in Igbo. It is intended for learners who may want some additional help practicing these digraphs and working on putting them into action with some vocabulary words.
To purchase full transcript with additional exclusive Udamkpị activities go to: Obodofullcircle.com
Music: Ejeagha by Obiako Nnwam2018-12-1406 minIgbo PodcastEpisode 6 : Udamkpi RecapThis is a recap of Udamkpi, double consonant letters in Igbo. It is intended for learners who may want some additional help practicing these digraphs and working on putting them into action with some vocabulary words.
For full transcript and/or worksheet, go to www.obodofullcircle.com.
Music: Ejeagha by Obiako Nnwam2018-12-1406 minIgbo PodcastEpisode 5: Udamkpi (Double Consonants)This episode focuses on what is known as Udamkpi in Igbo, as digraphs by linguist, and more colloquially as "double consonants." There are nine digraphs in Igbo language. Digraphs are two letters written together to represent single sounds. Igbo digraphs are made up of consonants and are regarded as single letters:
ch, gb, gh, gw, kp, kw, nw, ny, sh
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Music: Ejeagha by Obiako Nnwam2018-12-1433 minIgbo PodcastEpisode 5: Udamkpi (Double Consonants)This episode focuses on what is known as Udamkpi in Igbo, as digraphs by linguist, and more colloquially as "double consonants."
For full transcript and/or worksheet, go to www.obodofullcircle.com.
Music: Ejeagha by Obiako Nnwam2018-12-1433 minIgbo PodcastEpisode 3: Beginner phrases cont., Introduction, & MoreThis episode builds upon the previous episode with more phrases that can easily be integrated in everyday life. It also explores basic phrases a learner may hear and use to introduce him/herself to another Igbo speaker.
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Music: Agbalụ aka na azọ anị by Chief Stephen Osita Osadebe2018-12-0733 minIgbo PodcastEpisode 3: Beginner phrases cont., Introduction, & MoreThis episode builds upon the previous episode with more phrases that can easily be integrated in everyday life. It also explores basic phrases a learner may hear and use to introduce him/herself to another Igbo speaker.
For full transcript and/or worksheet, go to www.obodofullcircle.com.
Music: Agbalụ aka na azọ anị by Chief Stephen Osita Osadebe2018-12-0733 min
Igbo PodcastEpisode 2: Recap of Survival IgboThis sub-audio is a recap of the phrases and vocabulary of Episode 1 only. It is designed, especially for beginners, who need a bit more resources to help commit these phrases into memory as well as work on pronunciation.
For full transcript and/or worksheet, go to www.obodofullcircle.com.
Music: Ezigbo Mmadu Adiro Fechaa by Osadebe2018-12-0102 min
Igbo PodcastEpisode 1: Learn Igbo in 30 minsIn this episode, listeners will learn a few basic Igbo Greetings as well as phrases for their Beginner Igbo Language Survival Kits--- that is phrases that can get the listener to start speaking Igbo in their daily lives as well as beginning to navigate through different real life scenarios using the Igbo language. TRANSCRIPTS: To aide in learning, we have created a WORKBOOK for each season utilizing the transcripts, in this way you can access both the transcripts while also testing yourself while listening. Links to get your copy: Workbook Season I: https://a.c...2018-11-1326 min
Igbo PodcastEpisode 1: Learn Igbo in 30 minsIn this episode, listeners will learn a few basic Igbo Greetings as well as phrases for their Beginner Igbo Language Survival Kits--- that is phrases that can get the listener to start speaking Igbo in their daily lives as well as beginning to navigate through different real life scenarios using the Igbo language.
For full transcript and/or worksheet, go to www.obodofullcircle.com.
Music: Ezigbo Mmadu Adiro Fechaa by Osadebe2018-11-1326 min
Igbo PodcastIntroduction: NnọọThis is the Introductory Episode to "Ọjị Abịala: An Igbo Podcast" which seeks to help individuals improve their Igbo speaking, comprehension, and more. The series is pioneered by a fellow Igbo learner who, in making great strides with her Igbo, wants to help others do the same.
Each episode focuses on specific topics or themes and features a guest Igbo teacher/linguist. In this episode the founder, Ifunanya, gives an overview of how episodes will be conducted and also how the listeners can best begin their Igbo language journeys.
Overall Tips for Success
1. Learning a new language is learning how to...2018-11-1315 min
Igbo PodcastIntroduction: NnọọThis is the Introductory Episode to "Ọjị Abịala: An Igbo Podcast" which seeks to help individuals improve their Igbo speaking, comprehension, and more. The series is pioneered by a fellow Igbo learner who, in making great strides with her Igbo, wants to help others do the same.
Each episode focuses on specific topics or themes and features a guest Igbo teacher/linguist. In this episode the founder, Ifunanya, gives an overview of how episodes will be conducted and also how the listeners can best begin their Igbo language journeys.
Overall Tips for Success
1. Learning a new language is learning how to...2018-11-1315 min