Haggling and Harmony: A Yoruba Lesson in Music and Shopping

Greetings, music enthusiasts and language learners of Lede Yoruba!

We're back with another exciting week of linguistic discovery, musical inspiration, and everyday language adventures. We're about to embark on a melodic journey with Kent Edunjobi and dive into the art of haggling and bargaining in Yoruba. Let's get started!

Learn with Stories and Issues - The Melodic Journey: Learning Yoruba with Kent Edunjobi

In this session, we'll tune in to a captivating BBC Yoruba interview with Kent Edunjobi, the brilliant Ebenezeri crooner who saw his song go viral after a casual upload on YouTube. Did you also know that Kent is the voice behind the 'Anikulapo' movie soundtrack? Can you remember that soundtrack? In this interview, Kent shares his profound passion for music and the importance of following your dreams. Get ready to be motivated and uplifted in Yoruba language as we delve into Kent's inspiring musical journey.

Learn with Movies - Haggling and Harmony: Bargaining in Yoruba Language

In this entertaining movie clip, we witness a man taking on the unusual task of buying groceries and doing the shopping by himself. While he may appear a bit awkward in his role reversal, we'll have the opportunity to learn Yoruba vocabulary related to haggling, bargaining, and everyday shopping situations. This hilarious adventure will not only sharpen your language skills but also give you a deeper understanding of cultural nuances in African households.

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This week's schedule is the same as always.

Day	Event	PST	EST	BST/WAT
Mon	Meet and Chat 1	12-1pm	3-4pm	8-9pm
Tue	Stories & Issues 1	11am-12pm	2-3pm	7-8pm
Thu	Learn with Movies 1	10-11am	1-2pm	6-7pm
Fri	Stories & Issues 2	3-4pm	6-7pm	11pm-12am
Sat	Meet and Chat 2	1-2pm	4-5pm	9-10pm
Sun	Learn with Movies 2	1-2pm	4-5pm	9-10pm

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As always, our informal meetup is where we come together to discuss, share, and celebrate the week's language and cultural discoveries. It's a space where we celebrate the power of music, the art of negotiation, and the bonds that connect us.

So there you have it, a harmonious and hilarious glimpse into the upcoming week at Lede Yoruba! Get ready to be inspired by music, equipped with haggling skills, and immersed in the rich world of Yoruba language and culture.

Cheers,

Mojisola