Afro Tales Podcast

Afro Tales Podcast

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Afro Tales Podcast episodes

  • Ol' Boo Hag
    Although today's story comes from the Gullah Region and is about a character we all know well. Many cultures have stories of a spirit visiting them at night and paralysis them in bed. Whatever you may call this situation, in the Carolinas and Georgia they call her Boo Hag. 
    Book: Her Stories
    Compiled by Virginia Hamilton
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    17 min
  • The People Could Fly
    Today we have a story about enslaved people from the Gullah people. It is a story about people from the Kongo/Angola region of Africa. It is a story that is sad and happy simultaneously. Today we hear about the people who once possessed wings and held the motherland's magic in their souls.
    Disclaimer: This is a slave tale and may anger some.
    Book: The People Could Fly
    Compiled by Virginia Hamilton
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    18 min
  • CatskinElla
    Today we dive into a fairy-tale that is familiar and unfamiliar at the same time. From the south, we are given a version of Cinderella that most will not understand. We will see a magic mirror, a magical Godmother, a magical dress, a prince, and the girl who connects them all. CatskinElla is a fun and lively version that incorporates some Indigenous and African motifs. I hope you spot them. 
    Book: Her Stories
    Compiled By Virginia Hamilton
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    17 min
  • Doc Anansi
    Today we explore another Jack Mandora Tale where Anansi has a new profession. We all know that everyone isn't your friend or there to help you. When Bruh Goat gets into trouble with a con man, he goes to the only man he knows that will help him, Doc Anansi. Find out how Doc Anansi assists Bro Goat and his family in this time of strife.
    Book Jack Mandora; Authentic Jamaican Anansi Stories
    Compiled by Roy C, Comrie
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    17 min
  • The Mermaid
    Today we have a story based on true events from South Carolina on 7/3/1867. A story about how a storm lasted for weeks and what the people did to stop it. The players are The doctor, The townspeople, and yes a mermaid. The story may be found in the
    Book Her Stories
    Compiled by Virginia Hamilton. 
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    20 min
  • Annie Christmas
    There are stories of many legendary characters in folklore, but today we explore a legendary woman that grew out of the town of New Orleans. Annie Christmas is a homegrown female Keelboat operator who is a representation of an empowered, independent woman. We all know women like Annie Christmas whether she is family or a friend or a celebrity. Annie is the OG Female Celebrity. 
    Book: Her Stories
    Compiled by Virginia Hamilton
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    16 min
  • The Gaulin Wife and Mr. Knee-High
    Two stories one from the Bahamas, Andres Island to be exact, and the other from Alabama. In the first story, we see what happens when you lie about your true nature. In the second story, we find out that sometimes being your true self is the best bet. In both, we come to understand that honesty is always the way to go
    Book: African American Folktales
    Compiled by Roger D. Abrahams
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    15 min
  • Jack Mandora Stories
    Today we have two stories coming from Jamaica known to them as Jack Mandora stories. These are Anansi animal tales some will have morals others will be just for fun. Can you decide what if any message there is in today's stories? 
    Book: Jack Mandora; Authentic Jamaican Anansi Stories
    By Roy C. Cromie
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    21 min
  • Ol' John vs Mr. Berkeley
    Disclaimer: This episode does contain Mild adult language and death. 
    Mr. Berkeley, a greedy and cunning man from Trinidad may have bit off a little more than he can chew. When it comes to dealing with Ol' John. What may or may not happen you will have to see in today's story. 
    Book: African American Folktales
    Compiled by Roger D. Abrahams
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    18 min
  • Why the Owls don't sleep at Night
    A short story about why owls are nocturnal. A bonus episode I really liked that I wanted to share with you. 
    Book: African American Folktales
    Compiled by Roger D. Abrahams
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    11 min

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A podcast focused on the folktales, lore, myths, and legends that are a part of our everyday lives. Join me, your Griot Amon Mazingo as I explore the tales the afro and indigenous people created in…