Summary Today we finally introduce Bruh Rabbit. The main character in the Uncle Remus tales but 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. All ofContinue reading “Bruh Rabbit’s Riddle”
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Ol’ Boo Hag
Summary Although today’s story comes from the Gullah region it is definitely a story we all know about. Many cultures have stories of a spirit visiting them in the night and paralysis them in the bed. Whatever you may call this situation, in the Carolinas and Georgia they call her Boo Hag. — This episodeContinue reading “Ol’ Boo Hag”
The People Could Fly
Summary Today story is from the Gullah people of the south. It is a story that comes 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 hold the magic of the motherland in their souls. This isContinue reading “The People Could Fly”
CatskinElla
Summary 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 God-Mother, a magical dress, a prince and the girl who connects them all. CatskinElla is aContinue reading “CatskinElla”
Doc Anansi
Summary Today we explore another Jack Mandora Tale. We all know that everyone isn’t your friend or their to help you. When bro. 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 assist Bro Goat and hisContinue reading “Doc Anansi”
The Mermaid
Summary Today we have a story based on true events from South Carolina 7/3/1867. A story about how storm that 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 by Virgina Hamilton. Continue reading “The Mermaid”
Annie Christmas
Summary There are stories of many of 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 Keel-boat operator who is a representation of a empowered, independent woman. We all know women like Annie Christmas whether she is familyContinue reading “Annie Christmas”
The Gaulin Wife and Mr. Knee-High
Summary 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 you true self is the best bet. In both we come to understandContinue reading “The Gaulin Wife and Mr. Knee-High”
Jack Mandora Stories
Summary Today we have two stories coming from Jamaica known to them as Jack Mandora stories. These are Anansi animal tales some will have morals other will be just for fun. Can you decide what if any message there is in todays stories. — This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way toContinue reading “Jack Mandora Stories”
Ol’ John vs Mr. Berkeley
Summary Mr. Berkeley a greedy cunning man from the Island of Trinidad may have bit off a little more than he can chew when it comes to dealing with Ol’ John that is. What may or may not happen you will have to see in todays story. Disclaimer: This episode does contain Mild adult languageContinue reading “Ol’ John vs Mr. Berkeley”
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