Kuti Chronicles: Learning Yoruba through a Family Legacy
- Mojisola Alawode
- Feb 5, 2024
- 2 min read
Hello, history enthusiasts and cultural connoisseurs of Lede Yoruba!
Get ready for a week filled with tales of legacy, culture, and familial drama. In our stories, we'll delve into the rich history of the Kuti family, exploring their profound contributions to Nigerian history. For our movie feature, we'll witness a family tussle involving boundaries and interference in marriages, providing us with valuable insights into Yoruba culture and language. Let's embark on this journey through the intertwined threads of history and family dynamics!
Learn with Stories and Issues - Kuti Chronicles: Learning Yoruba through a Family Legacy
In this session, we'll immerse ourselves in the remarkable story of the Kuti family and their significant contributions to Nigerian history. From Fela Kuti's revolutionary music to Beko Ransome-Kuti's activism, we'll explore the cultural and historical impact of this legendary family. Join us as we learn Yoruba through the lens of their extraordinary legacy.
Learn with Movies - Boundaries and Bonds: A Yoruba Family Saga Unveiled
In our movie feature, witness the complexities of familial relationships as we navigate a family tussle over boundaries and interference in marriages. This scene will not only offer a glimpse into the intricacies of Yoruba family dynamics but also provide valuable language lessons related to conflicts, resolutions, and cultural nuances. Let's unravel the threads of familial drama together.
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 |
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 exchange thoughts, experiences, and appreciation for the diverse facets of Yoruba culture.
So there you have it, a historical and familial journey into the upcoming week at Lede Yoruba! Get ready to explore the Kuti family legacy, navigate family sagas, and connect with the heart of Yoruba language and culture.
Cheers,
Mojisola