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Podcast: PRETEND
Episode: The Babalawo Revisited
Description: In today's episode titled "The Babalawo," we delve deep into the world of SanterÃa - the religion, not the song. While many might recognize the song, few are familiar with this mysterious Afro-Cuban faith, also known as Regla de Ochá, La Regla de Ifá, or LucumÃ, which translates to the worship of saints.You might wonder, "Where's the twist in this tale?" I've always felt an unsettling vibe around this religion. My fellow Cubans often consult SanterÃa priests as if seeking divination. But is this genuine spiritual guidance, or am I unfairly biased against it? Spoil...