Best Amon Mazingo Podcasts (2024)

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Now Let Me Fly 27:55

10d ago27:55

27:55

Welcome aboard the Afro Tales podcast, where we set sail into the rich tapestry of stories from Indigenous and African descent in the Americas and the Caribbean. In this episode, we find ourselves in Africa in 1815, where we bring to life the poignant tale of Minna, a young girl who dreams of freedom. Experience Minna's journey from her happy days …

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The Patchwork Path 27:29

25d ago27:29

27:29

Welcome to the Afro Tales podcast, where we set sail into the rich tapestry of stories from Indigenous and African descent in the Americas and the Caribbean. In this episode we find ourselves in Alabama and your storyteller, Amon Mazingo, will bring to life the moving tale of Hannah, a young slave girl who uses a quilt map to navigate her and her f…

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Molly Cottontail 26:10

1M ago26:10

26:10

Welcome to the Afro Tales podcast, where we set sail into the rich tapestry of stories from Indigenous and African descent in the Americas and the Caribbean. In this episode we find ourselves in Alabama and your storyteller, Amon Mazingo, will bring to life the cunning and clever Miss Molly Cottontail. Discover how she outwits Mister Fox and Hungry…

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How Snake Got Its Rattle 29:34

2M ago29:34

29:34

Today we find ourselves in the South. We meet a snake who is having a seriously bad time and looking for a way to improve his lot in life. His wife makes a suggestion and he takes it. The only problem his new blessing is harming the rest of the animal kingdom. What will they do to fix the problem? Only one way to find out. Book: Talk that Talk Reto…

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The Rainbow Crow 20:42

2M ago20:42

20:42

Today we find ourselves on the east coast. We receive a story about a beautiful crow and what it does to save its friends. Although we do not know whose story it is, we do know it is a very good story. So sit back, relax and listen. Book: Rainbow Crow Retold By Nancy Van Laan ****Why this story is not considered Nanticoke/Lenape**** https://nantico…

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The Star Maiden 20:22

3M ago20:22

20:22

Today we find ourselves in Minnesota. As we venture we meet the Ojibwe people and listen to their story of the Star Maiden and how she blessed us with her beauty. Come take a listen and honor this beautiful woman. Book: The Star Maiden Retold By Barbara Juster Esbensen Chef, has served up a savory dish. We are having Ojibwe Fish Cakes. This is a pl…

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Big Sixteen 18:09

3M ago18:09

18:09

Today we find ourselves in Maryland. We meet a man larger than life and living in a time when being that way made you a slave to other men. Big Sixteen is here and we have just a few of his many adventures. Book: Big Sixteen Retold By Mary Calhoun Chef, has served up a savory dish. We are having Crispy Maryland Blue Catfish. This is a pleasure to m…

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Mz Hattie Gets Some Company 26:13

5M ago26:13

26:13

Today we find ourselves in Virginia. We meet Mz Hattie and find that she has been living alone for quite some time. Dealing with the change in weather and the pest she soon gets a visitor who can help her with her problem. Will this new visitor stay for a while or leave as soon as the job is done? only one way to find out. Book: Her Stories By Virg…

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Papa John's Tall Tale 29:29

5M ago29:29

29:29

Today we find ourselves in North Carolina. We meet Papa John and Jake and get a story that only ya Papa would tell. Now if the story is true or not that is up to you. But If Papa John said it happened I would bet that it did. Book:The People Could Fly By Virginia Hamilton Chef, has served up a savory dish. We are having Turnip Curry. This is a plea…

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High John & the Walkin Stick 22:30

6M ago22:30

22:30

Today we find ourselves in South Carolina. We meet one the most esteemed characters in African American folklore. High John the Conqueror and we see how his wit and intelligence allows him to get over on ole’ Massa. Book: The Adventures of High John the Conqueror By Steve Sanfield Chef, has served up a sweet side dish. We are having Sweet Carolina …

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The Children's Christmas 11:31

6M ago11:31

11:31

Today we find ourselves in the Holiday Season. We meet some children who are having a very different Christmas. Although many people think they have it rough during this time of year there are those that have it much worse. Book: A Treasury of African American Christmas Stories By Bettye Collier-Thomas Story: The Children’s Christmas by Alice Moore…

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Bruh Lizard, Bruh Rabbit and Other Animal Tales 23:16

6M ago23:16

23:16

Today we find ourselves in Georgia. We are back with the animal tales from the Gullah Geechee people. First bruh rabbit is up to his old tricks and this time he is up against bruh lizard. Then we see how enemies can find a common ground in dealing with a mutual foe in the tale about bruh deer and bruh alligator. So sit back, relax and enjoy these f…

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The Mad King 20:55

7M ago20:55

20:55

Today we find ourselves in Florida. We meet a king that has gone off his rocker. He has decreed a law that all must follow. That is until one man defies him. What will the king do to this man and can he survive the interaction? Only one way to find out. Come and take a listen. Book: Latin American Folktales By John Beirhorst Book: African American …

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The Daughter of the Sun 24:31

7M ago24:31

24:31

Today we find ourselves in Alabama. We get two stories from the Cherokee people. The first about how grandmother spider brought us the sun. The Second about the first solar eclipse, flood and creation of the red bird and the horned serpent. Yea a lot in two stories so come relax and listen to these tales. Book: American Indian Myths & Legends By Ri…

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The Black Vampyre 1:02:54

8M ago1:02:54

1:02:54

Happy Halloween this is the story of the first black vampyre. a story written in 1819 first published in Chapbook form in New York. This story is set in St. Domingo (Haiti & Dominican Republic) around the time of the Haitian Revolution. Come Listen to this wonderful short story. Book: The Black Vampyre: A Legend of St. Domingo By Uriah Derick D’Arc…

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The Devil's Dulcimer 38:20

8M ago38:20

38:20

Today we find ourselves in Mississippi. Here we meet Nell who has a dream and will do anything to achieve it. In a place where everyone is poor the person most well off is the master fiddler and Nell is determined to become the master fiddler. Only one problem, Nell doesn't play the fiddle, she plays the dulcimer. What will she do? How will she ach…

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Feufollet 21:03

8M ago21:03

21:03

Today we find ourselves in Louisiana. We come into possession of 2 stories from the supernatural. The first being the Ghost Pirates of Gombi Isle. and the Second Medeo the Fifolet. How will those involved in these stories fair? Did they survive? If they did not, who passed us the stories? only one way to find out. Book: Gumbo YA YA By Lyle Saxon an…

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Ghost Dogs 20:52

9M ago20:52

20:52

Today we find ourselves in Texas. We receive a telling of two very interesting stories. the first about a lil boy who receives an unexpected visitor. the second a man who comes face to face with a spectral hound. What do these encounters mean and how will they affect our friends in the stores? Only one way to find out. Come and Listen. Book: The He…

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The Dragon Slayer 22:28

9M ago22:28

22:28

Today we head to Mexico. We meet a father and his three daughters. Two of whom come up with a plan to rid themselves of the third. Now out in the world alone we follow as she figures out a way to survive. What will she come up with? Will she ever see her family again? Only one way to find out. come and listen. Book: Latin American Folktales By John…

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The Mutes 21:36

10M ago21:36

21:36

Today we head to Cuba. We meet a hunter and his family. At this time there is no moon or stars in the sky and animals reign supreme. Trying to keep warm they must get fire from the tiger. How will this end for the family? Who if any will remain? Only one way to find out. Come take a listen. Book: Afro-Cuban Folktales By Lydia Carbrera Chef, has ser…

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Soliday v. ManCrow 33:43

10M ago33:43

33:43

Today we head to Jamaica. We find the people in utter darkness. Not knowing what to do they head to the queen for answers. She in turn offers a prize to anyone that can solve the problem. Soliday throws his offers to slay the great ManCrow. Will he do it? Will he survive? come find out. Book: African & Caribbean Folktales, Myths & Legends By Wendy …

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Master Thief 27:02

11M ago27:02

27:02

Today we head to Haiti. We meet a father who is proud of the hard work and dedication his three sons have given in school. Now that it's time for them to learn a trade he is shocked to find that his youngest son has picked a career a little different. He wants to be a master thief. Will the son succeed at his criminal venture? Will dad regret sendi…

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The Three Gowns 25:35

11M ago25:35

25:35

Today we head to Puerto Rico. We meet Rosa, a wonderful woman that has followed in the footsteps of her mother. Unfortunately her father now has eyes for her. How will she use her cunning and intellect to save herself? and what will be the consequences? Book: Latin American Folktales By John Beirhorst Chef, has served up a satisfying snack. We are …

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Trickin Kings 26:42

12M ago26:42

26:42

Today we head to St. Vincent. We find a king who has an issue with a thief and in an effort to stop him he discovers he has captured Bruh Anansi. How will Anansi get out of this situation and will there be any more trouble for this trickster? only one way to find out. Book: African American Folktales By Roger D. Abrahams Chef, has served up a satis…

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Monkey Liver Soup 31:25

12M ago31:25

31:25

Today we head toTrinidad & Tobago. We meet Crocky the Crocodile and he just found out some very sad news. His wife is sick and only one thing can save her. Crocky will do anything to save his wife. Even if that means hurting a friend. How will he get the liver of his friend Monkey? Will Monkey just give it to him or will he have to take it? Will he…

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The Horse of Seven Colors 30:17

1y ago30:17

30:17

Today we head to Venezuela. We meet a family that has landed on hard times with crops not doing so well. But one son is determined to find a way to get them out of all their troubles after meets an interesting horse with seven colors. Will he succeed? only one way to find out Book: Latin American Folklore By John Beirhorst check out a similar stori…

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Trespassing on the Devil's Land 28:19

1y ago28:19

28:19

Today we head to Suriname. A beautiful country with great landscape. While there we meet Mat Luangu, a man that is trying to take care of his family. Until he happens upon a great farming location that belongs to another. What will happen when Mat Luangu meets the true owner of the land? Only one way to find out. Book: A Treasury of Afro-American f…

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How Night Came 19:08

1y ago19:08

19:08

Today we head to Brazil. In the beginning there was only Day, night had not yet been introduced. We will meet a young princess and her husband the King or Chief. In a story where opposites attract the daughter of the Great Sea Serpent ;is missing her world of Darkness and becomes ill. Will the king be able to get a piece of home to save her? Or wil…

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The Hummingbird and Ibis Stories 21:30

1y ago21:30

21:30

Today we head to Paraguay. We get a wonderful creation story by the Guarani people. We find out how Namandui created the world and why the hummingbird is so important. Also, we look back to Chile to hear about the great Ibis froze and flooded the world. how and why these things happened you will have to come and listen to find out. Book: Latin Amer…

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Rice from Ashes 22:45

1y ago22:45

22:45

Today we head to Argentina. We meet a young woman with destiny on her side. Yet she has a barrier to her happiness. Her Step-Mother and sisters are determined to make her miserable. Will this young woman end up happy or will her new family get their way? Come and find out for yourself. Book: Latin American Folktales By John Beirhorst Chef, has serv…

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Antuco's Luck 24:10

1y ago24:10

24:10

Today we head to Chile and meet the luckiest man around. Antuco is a simple man that meets his lady luck and takes him on the adventure of a lifetime. Will his luck be good or bad? Only time will tell. so come find out what happens next. Book: Latin American Folktales By John Beirhorst Chef, has served up a fantastic Stew. We are having Cazuela. Th…

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Legends of the Inca Kings Part 2 22:22

1+ y ago22:22

22:22

Today we head over to the Inca Empire. We meet the Huayna Capac and Atahualpa as we finish our journey with the last of the Kings. First, we see how Huayna Capac dealt with Viracocha. Then what happened to Atahualpa and the end of the empire? Come finish the legends of the Inca kings. How did it end? Book: Latin American Folktales By John Beirhorst…

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Legends of the Inca Kings Part 1 23:29

1+ y ago23:29

23:29

Today we head over to the Inca Empire. We meet several rulers (Inca) of Tahuantinsuyu and some of their stories. This empire didn’t last long but it made a massive impact on the countries it ruled over. Meet them and listen. Book: Latin American Folktales By John Beirhorst Chef has served up an excellent dish. We are having Inca Quinoa Stir-fry. Th…

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A Voyage to Eternity 23:24

1+ y ago23:24

23:24

Today we head over to Bolivia. We meet a pair of friends with a friendship like none other. Having a friend in life is all we can ask, but what happens when friendship transcends life? What will you do for your friends? Well, come find out how long a true friendship can last. Book: Latin American Folktales By John Beirhorst Chef has served up an ex…

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The Never-ending Story 15:34

1+ y ago15:34

15:34

Today we find ourselves in Ecuador. Where we meet a king in search of his queen to be. The only requirement is that she can spin him a wonderful yarn. All the women in the land attempt to be the queen. Only one will make it. Whom shall it be? Come in and find out. Book: Latin American Folktales By John Beirhorst Chef has served up a wonderful dish.…

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The Palm-Tree and Other Stories 16:35

1+ y ago16:35

16:35

Today we find ourselves in Colombia. We get three Pourquoi stories, two of which come from the Kogi people. We find out why the Palm tree, tobacco, and the universe are all the way they are. Do you want to know? Come find out today. Book: Latin American Folktales By John Beirhorst Chef has served up an excellent dish. We are having Arepas Con Queso…

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The Louse Drum 18:22

1+ y ago18:22

18:22

Today we find ourselves in Panama. Where we get the story of a beautiful princess that is also a musician, using a special drum. She is of the age to wed so we know this will get very interesting. This legend comes from a faraway land, but we don’t know which one. How will this end for the princess? Only one way to find out. Book: Latin American Fo…

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The Christmas Reunion Down at Martinsville 9:54

1+ y ago9:54

9:54

Today we find ourselves in Martinsville, Kentucky. A family is getting together much like many of us to celebrate the holiday of their choice. This Holiday happens to be Christmas. How is their holiday going? Come and find out. Book: A Treasury of African American Christmas Stories By Bettye Collier-Thomas To Support Afro Tales Podcast: Website: ht…

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Prince Simpleheart 20:20

1+ y ago20:20

20:20

Today we find ourselves in Costa Rica. We meet a young man that is not loved or appreciated by anyone in his family. Looked at as a simpleton, the youngest of 3 boys desires adventure like his older brothers. Will he be allowed to go? If he does what will happen to him? Come find out. Book: Latin American Folktales By John Beirhorst Chef has served…

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The Dead Wife 21:07

1+ y ago21:07

21:07

Today we find ourselves in Nicaragua. Here we meet a few locals that have some exciting tales. First, we meet a Priest, a boy, and his dog. We find out why the Priest has such a problem with him and how they work it out. In the second story, we meet a man that has just suffered a great loss and his journey to keep his love close. How will they hand…

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The Coyote Teodora 20:07

1+ y ago20:07

20:07

Today we find ourselves crossing the border into Honduras. Here we meet a family struggling to may ends meet. Yet the wife keeps food on the table. The husband doesn’t understand how and wants to know his wife’s secret. What is the secret to her ability to feed them? How will it affect the relationship? Only one way to find out. Book: Latin America…

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Double-Headed 18:42

1+ y ago18:42

18:42

Today we find ourselves in El Salvador. Love is a strange thing and some people just don’t know how to love you right. We meet a man with a wife that has some strange goings-on. What will he do when he learns the truth about her? Love will make a person do things they never thought possible. Will his love for her remain or fade? Only one way to fin…

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The Miser Jar 19:44

1+ y ago19:44

19:44

Today we are headed to Mayan territory. We meet the Kechi Mayans and receive three interesting stories. Two stories concerning Jesus and his interactions with animals. After we head to a Miser’s shop and find out why everyone is interested in his jar. Will he let us have the jar? What is going on with the animals and Jesus? Only one way to find out…

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Montezuma Part 2 26:23

1+ y ago26:23

26:23

Today we are still in the great land of Mexico. Montezuma has been experiencing significant turmoil and tragedy. At last, he receives word that the great God has returned. Montezuma is going to meet Quetzalcoatl. What is going to happen to the Aztec empire? Is that really Quetzalcoatl? Book: Latin American Folktales By John Beirhorst Chef has serve…

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Montezuma Part 1 27:14

1+ y ago27:14

27:14

Today we find ourselves in Mexico. We meet Montezuma at the last years of his reign. Montezuma is starting to look worried about the future. What is happening in the Aztec empire? Why is he acting so strange? Book: Latin American Folktales By John Beirhorst Chef has served up a delicious meal. We are having Aztec Tlahcos. This is a pleasure to make…

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Gashanami 20:39

1+ y ago20:39

20:39

Today we land on the island of Jamaica. With the night being so dangerous we find ourselves encountering a strange animal. How the Rollin calf got to the land we may never know. Every beast has a parent and this is its story. Sit and listen. Book: Duppy Stories By David Brailsford Chef has served up a Halloween treat. Some Poisoned Candied Apples. …

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Loup Garou's Bite 28:42

1+ y ago28:42

28:42

Heading back to Haiti we find ourselves at the tail end of a mysterious event. Baptiste and Camille have just experienced a horrible situation involving a monster. You will have to listen and find out how this beast has affected their lives and others in the village. Book: African & Caribbean Folktales, Myths & Legends By Wendy Shearer Chef has ser…

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Aunt Misery 27:28

1+ y ago27:28

27:28

Today we find ourselves in Puerto Rico. We will also find out why is there misery in the world today. A woman that just wants to be left alone and enjoy her fruit. Unfortunately, visitors don’t get the message until it’s too late. Book: African & Caribbean Folktales, Myths & Legends By Wendy Shearer Chef has served up for your enjoyment Starfruit U…

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Tayzanne 20:36

1+ y ago20:36

20:36

Today we find ourselves in the land of Haiti. We meet a pretty happy family until a new friend is found by the daughter. Velina loves her new friend and would do anything for him as he would for her. But what will the family think about him? How will this relationship turn out? Book: The Magic Orange Tree By Diane Wolkstein Chef has served up for y…

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The Monkey Woman 19:59

1+ y ago19:59

19:59

Today we find ourselves in the land of Cuba. We meet an ant with a hard task, a Saint giving blessings, and a woman looking for love. Three short stories with a central theme. How each short story will end I wonder if you can figure it out. Book: Talk that Talk By Linda Goss & Marion E. Barnes Book: Latin American Folktales By John Beirhorst Chef h…

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