Ahoy, my friends! Welcome aboard the Afro Tales podcast. Join your Griot, Amon Mazingo, as we embark on a captivating journey through the rich folklore of indigenous and African descendant cultures across the Americas and the Caribbean. In this episode, we explore three enchanting tales that highlight the themes of bravery, cleverness, and the quest for identity. The first story, "Kofi and the Queen of the Elephants," follows Kofi's daring adventure to win the chief's daughter, showcasing his resilience and resourcefulness. Next, we delve into "The Mojo," where John uses a magical mojo to escape the...
Ahoy, my friends! Welcome aboard the Afro Tales podcast. Join your Griot, Amon Mazingo, as we embark on a captivating journey through the rich folklore of indigenous and African descendant cultures across the Americas and the Caribbean. In this episode, we explore three enchanting tales that highlight the themes of bravery, cleverness, and the quest for identity. The first story, "Kofi and the Queen of the Elephants," follows Kofi's daring adventure to win the chief's daughter, showcasing his resilience and resourcefulness. Next, we delve into "The Mojo," where John uses a magical mojo to escape the wrath of his master, cleverly navigating the challenges of his circumstances. Lastly, "Stronger than the Elephants" tells the tale of Brise, who promises his father a magnificent burial and embarks on a quest to retrieve the king of elephants' drum, ultimately discovering the power of determination and ingenuity. Each narrative reflects the timeless lessons of our ancestors and the vibrant tapestry of African American folklore.
Book: A Treasury of Afro American Folklore
By: Harold Courlander
(00:00) Welcome aboard
(00:31) Kofi and the Queen of Elephants
(10:24) The Mojo
(14:16) Merisier, Stronger Than the Elephants
(26:27) My Thoughts
(37:25) Chef’s Galley - Labouyi Bannann
(40:23) Fair Winds
After the stories, Chef shares a delightful recipe for Labouyi Bannann, a comforting plantain porridge inspired by the themes of resilience and nourishment found in the tales. Perfect for savoring as we reflect on the journeys of Kofi, John, and Brise.
Afro Tales Recipe of the week: Labouyi Bannann
https://goodeatsandepis.com/haitian-plantain-porridge-labouyi-bannann/
watch her make it.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nd7coouSUh0
Haitian Tales:
Lil Bird Grows
https://www.afrotalescast.com/the-lil-bird-grows/
The Case of the Uncooked Eggs
https://www.afrotalescast.com/the-case-of-the-uncooked-eggs/
The Voyage Below
https://www.afrotalescast.com/the-voyage-below/
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Artist: Kevin MacLeod
Album: Global Sampler
Song: Quasi Motion
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