Afro Tales Podcast

Today we meet a little girl named Malinda on the road home. We also meet the Devil ( a little Devil) following her on the road. Whether he wishes to help or harm her, you will have to listen to find out. Book Her Stories Compiled by Virginia Hamilton To Support Afro Tales Podcast: Website: https://www.podpage.com/afrotalescast/ Email: afrotalespodcast@yahoo.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/afr...

Today we head to the American south for another Ol' John Tale. In this tale, we meet John, who is tired of his living conditions and looking for a way to move up in life. Ol' John will show how using a few smarts will not only put you in a better situation but may also save your way of life.  Book Compiled By To Support Afro Tales Podcast: Website: https://www.podpage.com/afrotalescast/ Pa...

Today we step into the American south for two WHY stories. First, we find out why the pig has just a short nose. The second is why the catfish don't have scales. Both are interesting and for reasons, you may not expect. Do you know why? well listen and find out Book: African American Folktales Compiled by Roger D. Abrahams To Support Afro Tales Podcast: Website: https://www.podpage.com/afrotal...

Today we have another Jack Mandora story from Jamaica. In this story, we find that the queen has lost her ring and has put out a request for anyone in the kingdom to find the ring. Bruh Anansi answers the call, but will he be able to locate the ring? Was the ring stolen or merely misplaced? You will have to listen to find out.  Book: Jack Mandora; Authentic Jamaican Anansi Stories Compiled by Roy...

Today, I would like to introduce you to Bruh Rabbit. The main character in the Uncle Remus tales also has origins in the central and southern regions of Africa. This episode contains the trio Bruh Rabbit, Bruh Fox, and of course Bruh Bear. What will happen you will just have to listen to find out.  Book Uncle Remus: The Complete Tales Compiled by Julius Lester. To Support Afro Tales Podcast: Websi...

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 To Support Afro Tales Podcast: Website: https://www.podpage.com/afrotales...

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 Hami...

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:...

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 Compi...

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.  To Support Afro Tales Podcast: Website: https://www.podpage.com/afrotalescast/ Email: afrotalespodcast...

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 C...

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 To Support Afro T...

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 To Support Afro Tales Podcast: Website: https://www.podpage.com/afrotalescast/ Email: afrotale...

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 To Support Afro Tales Podcast: Website: https://ww...

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 To Support Afro Tales Podcast: Website: https://www.podpage.com/afrotalescast/ Email: afrotalespodcast@yahoo.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/afrotalescast Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/afrotalespodcast TeePublic: https://www.tee...

Today we have a tale about how and why we have owls. What happens to those people that are just mean and rude to others. willing to talk bad about family and friends as soon as they turn their backs. The same people that wouldn't bother to help someone that was starving although they have a feast waiting for them in the kitchen. I believe it is a tale about why we have what is known to be True...

Why Woman Got the Power is a mythological tale based in the American South. It is a variation of the Adam and Eve story complete with god, the devil, and his slyness. This story takes you on a journey about how man and woman started off on equal footing and changed because of one person's thirst for power and control. You will see what happens when one person thinks they can control the other...

This is my Introduction to the world and to those that love folklore, tales, myths, and legends. I will share about the things I love and why I have created this podcast. I thank you for taking the time to listen to my inaugural show. There will be many more to follow. To Support Afro Tales Podcast: Website: https://www.podpage.com/afrotalescast/ Email: afrotalespodcast@yahoo.com Patreon: https://...