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August 18, 2025 24 mins

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 the captivating tale of "The Bird Sweet Magic." A king, blinded by fate, seeks a miraculous bird that can restore his sight, leading his three sons on a quest filled with trials and unexpected friendships. The youngest son’s kindness towards a forgotten soul ultimately guides him to the magical bird, but not without facing jealousy and betrayal from his brothers. This story beautifully illustrates themes of compassion, bravery, and the mystical bonds that transcend life and death.

Book: Latin American Folktales

By: John Bierhorst


(00:00) Welcome aboard

(00:31) Bird Sweet Magic

(14:39) My Thoughts

(20:51) Chef’s Galley - Piononos

(23:34) Fair Winds


After the story, Chef shares a delightful recipe for Pianonos, inspired by the themes of the tale. It's a delicious dish that embodies the spirit of the story and is perfect for savoring with friends and family.

Afro Tales Recipe of the week: Piononos

https://www.recipesfromcostarica.com/recipes/piononos 



Haitian Tales:

Prince Simpleheart

https://www.afrotalescast.com/prince-simpleheart/ 

A Voyage to Eternity

https://www.afrotalescast.com/a-voyage-to-eternity/ 

The Dragon Slayer

https://www.afrotalescast.com/the-dragon-slayer/ 


Mental Health 

Phone Number: 988

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


To Support Afro Tales Podcast:

Website: https://www.afrotalescast.com 

YouTube: https://youtube.com/@afrotalescast  

Support this podcast at:  https://redcircle.com/afro-tales-podcast/donations 

Podcast Artwork:

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


Music:

Artist: Ahmad MousaviPour

Album: 

Song: ALMA CORAZON Y VIDA Guitar

URL:https://pixabay.com/music/solo-guitar-alma-corazon-y-vida-guitar-ahmad-mousavipour-12958/ 

License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ 


SFX:

https://freesound.org/




Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/afro-tales-podcast/donations
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