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Afro Tales PodcastAfro Tales Podcast focuses on Folktales, lore, myths, and legends that are a part of our everyday lives. Author: Amon Mazingo
A podcast focused on the folktales, lore, myths, and legends that are a part of our everyday lives. Join me, your Griot Amon Mazingo as I explore the tales the afro and indigenous people created in the Americas and Caribbean. If you want more stories based on the indigenous people and those of the African Diaspora this is the show for you. After which you will visit Chef who will give you a recipe inspired by the story you have just heard. Come aboard the Anevay and be part of a voyage like no other. Language: en Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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The Great Kapok Tree
Episode 6
Sunday, 12 April, 2026
Ahoy, my friends! Welcome aboard the Afro Tales podcast. In this episode of Afro Tales, storyteller Aman Mazinga takes us on a journey into the heart of the Amazon rainforest through the captivating tale of 'The Great Kapok Tree.' As we listen to the story, we are introduced to the diverse creatures that call this magnificent tree home and their plea for its preservation. After the story, Chef shares a delightful recipe for Bolo de Fuba, a Brazilian corn cake, inspired by the themes of the tale. Join us for an enriching experience that highlights the importance of protecting our environment!Book: The Great Kapok Tree: A Tale of the Amazon Rain ForestBy: Lynne CherryWelcome aboardThe Great Kapok TreeReflections on the TaleChef’s Galley - Bolo de FubáFair WindsFollowing the story, Chef shares a mouthwatering Bolo de Fubá recipe inspired by the legend. This golden cake is a delicious tribute to the rich flavors and traditions of the Amazon.Afro Tales Recipe of the week: Bolo de Fubáhttps://easybrazilianfood.com/bolo-de-fuba-cornmeal-cake/ Amazonian Tales:How Black Became Whitehttps://www.afrotalescast.com/how-black-became-white/ The Legend of Veronica Amazonicahttps://www.afrotalescast.com/the-legend-of-veronica-amazonica/ Why the Sea Moanshttps://www.afrotalescast.com/why-the-sea-moans/ Mental Health Phone Number: 988https://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: startmusickAlbum: Song: African Forest Questhttps://pixabay.com/music/beats-african-forest-quest-171825/ License:https://pixabay.com/service/license-summary/ SFX:https://freesound.org/
