Ahoy, my friends! Welcome aboard the Afro Tales podcast. In this enchanting episode, I bring to life the tale of "Old Sally Cato," a spirited widow who embodies resilience and cleverness in the face of danger. Set in the Missouri hill country, we follow Sally as she sends her two sons, Big Tom and Little Jack, on a daunting mission to fetch cattle for the winter. However, their plans take a turn when they encounter the fearsome giant, Billy Bally Bully. As the brothers scramble to escape the giant's clutches, it's Sally's quick thinking and bravery that ultimately save the day. This delightful story highlights the strength of women and the importance of listening to wisdom passed down through generations.

Book: Cut from the Same Cloth: American Women of Myth, Legend and Tall Tale

By: Robert D. San and Brian Pinckney

Welcome aboard

Old Sally Cato

Reflections on the Tale

Chef’s Galley - 

Fair Winds

After the story, Chef shares a delightful recipe for Sweet Potato Butter and Hoecakes, inspired by the themes of resilience and resourcefulness. This delicious combination serves as a reminder of the strength found in tradition and family.

Afro Tales Recipe of the week: Sweet Potato Butter and Hoecakes

https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/12680/fried-apple-pies/ 

Women's Tales:

The Griot’s Role

https://www.afrotalescast.com/the-griots-role/ 

The Real McCoy

https://www.afrotalescast.com/the-real-mccoy/ 

Nat

https://www.afrotalescast.com/nat/ 

Mental Health 

Phone Number: 988

https://www.nami.org/Support-Education/Support-Groups/NAMI-Connection 

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Podcast Artwork:

Artbyshalaye: https://www.instagram.com/artbyshalaye/ 

Music:

Artist: JMHBM

Album: 

Song: Heartache

https://freemusicarchive.org/music/beat-mekanik/single/heartache-1/ 

License:https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/   

SFX:

spinning wheel-kessir

https://freesound.org/people/kessir/sounds/414554/ 

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