Ahoy, my friends! Welcome aboard the Afro Tales Podcast. Join your Griot, Amon Mazingo, as we embark on an enlightening journey through the rich narratives of Indigenous and African descent cultures in the Americas and the Caribbean. In this episode,we explore the clever antics of Anansi the spider, who learns valuable lessons about greed and friendship through his encounters with Tortoise and Black Snake. Plus, discover a delicious recipe for Jamaican Red Peas Soup inspired by the stories shared. Don't miss this delightful journey into folklore!
Book: Afro-American folktales
By: Roger D. Abrahams
(00:00) Welcome aboard
(00:32) Feast on the Mountain & Feast Under the Sea
(03:48) Pays for Provisions
(13:38) Anansi climbs the wall
(18:18) My Thoughts
(24:18) Chef’s Galley
(29:14) Fair Winds
After the story, Chef shares a delightful recipe for Jamaican Red Peas Soup Without Meat, inspired by the themes of the stories and perfect for savoring as we reflect on the cleverness of Raven.
Afro Tales Recipe of the week: Jamaican Red Peas Soup Without Meat
https://jamaicanfoodsandrecipes.com/jamaican-red-peas-soup-without-meat/
Anansi Stories:
What’s for Dinner
https://www.afrotalescast.com/whats-for-dinner/
Anansi & the Guinea Bird
https://www.afrotalescast.com/anansi-and-the-guinea-bird/
Anansi Plays Dead
https://www.afrotalescast.com/anansi-plays-dead/
Mental Health
Phone Number: 988
https://www.nami.org/Support-Education/Support-Groups/NAMI-Connection
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Music:
Artist: Kevin MacLeod
Album: Global Sampler
Song: Tikopia
URL: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Kevin_MacLeod/Global_Sampler/Tikopia/
SFX:
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