Dive deep into the spiritual roots of Benin and their impact on Afro-Caribbean traditions. In this revealing conversation, Alfredo García and Billy Chorron demystify the complexities of the Vodun system, offering a clear view of its principles, hierarchies, and connections with Yoruba and Cuban culture. Did you know that Benin organizes 10 fundamental voices representing attributes of the supreme God Mahou? Or that each person's spiritual energy can balance and activate these internal voduns without material elements in daily rituals?Perfect for practitioners, curious minds, and scholars of African religions who want to understand how these traditions maintain their power and wisdom in different contexts. If you want to connect with authentic roots and understand the energy that moves practitioners from Benin to Cuba, this episode is your gateway. Don't miss it and prepare to expand your spiritual vision!This episode will open your eyes to the depth of African spirituality and its influence on our lives. Ideal for those seeking to understand the truth behind rituals, hierarchies, and how these ancient practices can elevate your inner awakening.CONNECT WITH ME🌍 My website - https://www.afrocubanonline.com📸 Instagram /alfredogarcia_afrocubanonline

En este episodio, Alfredo García conversa con Joel Herrera, bailarín y músico profundamente conectado con la tradición afro-cubana.
Desde su infancia en Matanzas, rodeado de rumba, familia y celebración, hasta su camino por escenarios internacionales, Joel comparte una historia marcada por la cultura, la disciplina y el fuego ancestral.

Hablamos de sus raíces, de cómo la música formó su identidad desde niño, de su paso por el ejército, su llegada a Italia y su formación con grandes maestros del folklore cubano.
También exploramos su conexión espiritual con la danza Abakuá, una expresión poderosa de la herencia afro-cubana.

Más que una entrevista, este episodio es un viaje por la memoria, el ritmo y la esencia de una cultura que se vive con el cuerpo y el corazón.

Si amas la danza, la música y las historias reales que nacen de la tradición, este episodio es para ti.

What people often call “afro” in salsa classes actually has a name: Afro-Cuban.Afro-Cuban culture is not Africa copied.It is Africa transformed.It was shaped through transculturation, resistance, and creativitywithin the context of European colonization.Its roots come mainly from African regions that are todayNigeria, Benin, and Congo.Orisha, Arará, Palo, Abakuá, Rumba, Salsa —all of this together forms Afro-Cuban culture.And the body carries this history.Ashe & bendiciones.