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Stories Mother Told: African Folktales

Stories Mother Told

Stories are a big part of the African culture and growing up in the city of Port-Harcourt, these stories shaped my childhood. Times are different now and these bedtime stories which were passed down through generations are not as popular with children as they once were. This podcast aims to bring these stories to the new generation of African children and introduce everyone else to these wonderful stories from the motherland. The lessons and values learnt from these will never be forgotten. Welcome

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5:04

Nigerian Folktale: How The Tortoise Became Bald

Stories Mother Told: African Folktales ·

2021/06/18

Today marks ONE YEAR since this podcast was created and to celebrate I have decided to release an extra story. This story is about how the tortoise lost all his hair due to his greed. I hope you enjoy the story and I want to thank every single person who has listened to the podcast and supported in one way or another. I am extremely grateful, you all make all of this worth it.I hope you enjoy this piece of our history. Sit back and Relax, let me take you back to Africa.Want to support the

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2:44

Sudanese Folktale: The Lion, The Hyena, And The Fox

Stories Mother Told: African Folktales ·

2021/06/16

Today's story is from Northern Sudan and displays themes of greed and wisdom. The wise fox was able to think quickly to avoid being food to the greedy lion.I hope you enjoy this piece of our history. Sit back and Relax, let me take you back to Africa.Want to support the podcast? You can buy me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/storiesmthrtoldInstagram: @storiesmothertoldBlack History For Kids: https://tuntimo.com/Kindle Unimited Free Trial (affiliate link): https://amzn.to/3vbcokmIf

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3:50

Kenyan Folktale: The Origin Of Cattle

Stories Mother Told: African Folktales ·

2021/06/08

Today's story is a Maasai story from Kenya and is all about the origin of cattle. This story explains why cattle is so important to the Maasai tribe and how the Dorobos were cursed to wander.I hope you enjoy this piece of our history. Sit back and Relax, let me take you back to Africa.Want to support the podcast? You can buy me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/storiesmthrtoldInstagram: @storiesmothertoldBlack History For Kids: https://tuntimo.com/Kindle Unimited Free Trial

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6:31

Ghanaian Folktale: Why The Moon And Stars Receive...

Stories Mother Told: African Folktales ·

2021/06/02

Today's story shows how the intelligence of Kweku Tsin helped save a lot of people and gave him the powers of the sun.I hope you enjoy this piece of our history. Sit back and Relax, let me take you back to Africa.Want to support the podcast? You can buy me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/storiesmthrtold Instagram: @storiesmothertoldBlack History For Kids: https://tuntimo.com/Kindle Unimited Free Trial (affiliate link): https://amzn.to/3vbcokmIf there are any stories you would like

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4:20

Moroccan Folktale: The Land And The Treasure

Stories Mother Told: African Folktales ·

2021/05/26

Today's story is all about the importance of hard work. In this story we see how a rich merchant tricked his sons into giving up laziness and in return reap the rewards of hard work.I hope you enjoy this piece of our history. Sit back and Relax, let me take you back to Africa.Some places to read this story:The Last Storytellers: https://amzn.to/3fw7toL (affiliate link)Instagram: @storiesmothertoldBlack History For Kids: https://tuntimo.com/Kindle Unimited Free Trial (affiliate link):

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3:16

Zambian Folktale: Why The Sky Is So High

Stories Mother Told: African Folktales ·

2021/05/19

Today's story shows us how the thoughtlessness of humans led to the Sky being moved very far away.I hope you enjoy this piece of our history. Sit back and Relax, let me take you back to Africa.Instagram: @storiesmothertoldBlack History For Kids: https://tuntimo.com/Kindle: https://amzn.to/3t6SIfEKindle Unimited Free Trial (affiliate link): https://amzn.to/3vbcokmIf there are any stories you would like to hear, please send an email to storiesmothertold@gmail.comAfrican Horror Stories

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5:21

Nigerian Folktale: A Rich Man and His Goat

Stories Mother Told: African Folktales ·

2021/05/11

Today's episode takes us to the Northern parts of Nigeria. This story shows us how a gullible rich man gets taken advantage of by 3 rascals.I hope you enjoy this piece of our history. Sit back and Relax, let me take you back to Africa.Instagram: @storiesmothertoldWhere To Read (Amazon Affiliate links):African Folk Tales - Hugh Vernon-Jackson Paperback: https://amzn.to/30qXR69Kindle: https://amzn.to/3t6SIfEKindle Unimited Free Trial (affiliate link): https://amzn.to/3vbcokmIf there are any

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5:19

Congolese Folktale: The Leopard And The Crocodile

Stories Mother Told: African Folktales ·

2021/05/04

Today's story is one from The Congo. In this story, we see how a sly man took advantage of the ignorance of the leopard and crocodile. I hope you enjoy this piece of our history. Sit back and Relax, let me take you back to Africa.Black History For Kids: https://tuntimo.com/Kindle Unimited Free Trial (affiliate link): https://amzn.to/3vbcokmPlaces To Read:http://mythfolklore.blogspot.com/2014/06/congo-leopard-and-crocodile.htmlInstagram: @storiesmothertoldIf there are any stories you would

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5:49

Ghanaian Folktale: Why Spiders Live In The Corners Of...

Stories Mother Told: African Folktales ·

2021/04/29

Today's episode takes us back to Ghana. We will be sharing an Anansi story which is very popular among the Ashanti people. In this story, the cunning Anansi is caught in his greed.I hope you enjoy this piece of our history. Sit back and Relax, let me take you back to Africa.Black History For Kids: https://tuntimo.com/Kindle Unimited Free Trial (affiliate link): https://amzn.to/3vbcokmInstagram: @storiesmothertoldIf there are any stories you would like to hear, please send an email to

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5:05

Ugandan Folktale: The Nakku Of Buganda Kingdom

Stories Mother Told: African Folktales ·

2021/04/20

Today's episode is is from Central Uganda. This story introduces us to the Nakku, powerful women who were the right hand advisors of the King. The themes of bravery and loyalty as well as its rewards are explored in this story.I hope you enjoy this piece of our history. Sit back and Relax, let me take you back to Africa.Some places to read this story:The Mighty Angwech and More: Female Legends from Ugandan folklore: BOOK 1https://amzn.to/3b7styk (affiliate code)Kindle Unimited Free Trial

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5:02

Sudanese Folktale: The Wise Man Of The Village

Stories Mother Told: African Folktales ·

2021/04/06

Today we will be visiting the Northern parts of Sudan This story explores the consequences of greed and why we should always keep our word.I hope you enjoy this piece of our history. Sit back and Relax, let me take you back to Africa.Some places to read this story:https://munazaki.com/2016/05/12/the-wise-man-of-the-village/Kindle Unimited Free Trial (affiliate link): https://amzn.to/3vbcokmIf there are any stories you would like to hear, please send an email to

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2:32

Moroccan Folktale: The Birth Of The Sahara

Stories Mother Told: African Folktales ·

2021/03/31

Today we will be going through another Moroccan tale. This story explores the formation of the Sahara and is also a great reminder that lies have consequences. It shows us how little things can build up and result in big consequences. Like the saying goes "Small drops of water make a mighty ocean" or in this case, tiny grains of sand make a mighty Sahara"".I hope you enjoy this piece of our history. Sit back and Relax, let me take you back to Africa.Some places to read this story:The Last

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5:56

Kenyan Folktale: Why People Have To Dig

Stories Mother Told: African Folktales ·

2021/03/25

For today's episode, we will be visiting the Luhya people in Kenya. This story is a great reminder that you cannot please everybody all the time.I hope you enjoy this piece of our history. Sit back and Relax, let me take you back to Africa.Some places to read this story:http://www.johntyman.com/africa/folk/#8Kindle Unimited Free Trial (affiliate link): https://amzn.to/3vbcokmIf there are any stories you would like to hear, please send an email to storiesmothertold@gmail.com

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6:02

Tanzanian Folktale: The Kites And The Crows

Stories Mother Told: African Folktales ·

2021/03/16

Today's story will be taking place in the East African country of Tanzania. This story explains the reason why Kites stay away from crows.I hope you enjoy this piece of our history. Sit back and Relax, let me take you back to Africa.Instagram: @storiesmothertoldWhere To Read:https://storiesguide.com/en/node/2595Kindle Unimited Free Trial (affiliate link): https://amzn.to/3vbcokmIf there are any stories you would like to hear, please send an email to storiesmothertold@gmail.com

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5:42

Nigerian Folktale: The Story of Muhammadu

Stories Mother Told: African Folktales ·

2021/03/09

Today's episode takes us to the Northern parts of Nigeria. This is a story about Muhammadu and how he became the Galadima of his town. Thios story also shows how jealousy and evil deeds have consequences.** The term Galadima is a chieftaincy title in the emirates of Katsina State, northern NigeriaI hope you enjoy this piece of our history. Sit back and Relax, let me take you back to Africa.Instagram: @storiesmothertoldWhere To Read (Amazon Affiliate links):African Folk Tales - Hugh

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5:49

Congolese Folktale: The Turtle And The Man

Stories Mother Told: African Folktales ·

2021/03/02

Today's episode takes us to the Democratic Republic of Congo. In this story the turtle's greed gets the better of him. Similar to Anansi, the Turtle/Tortoise is a very cunning creature and in this story we see him display this.I hope you enjoy this piece of our history. Sit back and Relax, let me take you back to Africa.Instagram: @storiesmothertoldWhere To Read:http://mythfolklore.blogspot.com/2014/06/congo-turtle-and-man.htmlIf there are any stories you would like to hear, please send

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6:27

Ghanaian Folktale: Why The Lizard Nods His Head

Stories Mother Told: African Folktales ·

2021/02/24

Today's episode takes us back to Ghana. In this story Anasi the trickster is back and up to his mischievous ways. This story explores the themes of jealousy, anger and revenge.I hope you enjoy this piece of our history. Sit back and Relax, let me take you back to Africa.Instagram: @storiesmothertoldIf there are any stories you would like to hear, please send an email to storiesmothertold@gmail.com

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3:39

Ugandan Folktale: The Mighty Angwech

Stories Mother Told: African Folktales ·

2021/02/17

Today's episode is is from the Northern parts of Uganda. This story introduces us to Angwech, a mighty warrior and the first femake village chief of Lira. The themes of bravery, humility and love for community are also explored in Angwech's life.I hope you enjoy this piece of our history. Sit back and Relax, let me take you back to Africa.Some places to read this story:The Mighty Angwech and More: Female Legends from Ugandan folklore: BOOK 1https://amzn.to/3b7styk (affiliate code)Instagram:

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7:59

Zimbabwean Folktale: The King Called For A Feast

Stories Mother Told: African Folktales ·

2021/02/10

Today's episode is a Shona story from beautiful Zimbabwe. In this story, we see the kindness of the king, as well as how happy and united all the animals can be. We also once again get to see the cunning nature of the rabbit.I hope you enjoy this piece of our history. Sit back and Relax, let me take you back to Africa.Some places to read this story:Once Upon A Time 1: English Translation of Ancient Shona Folktales: Ancient Shona

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5:22

South African Folktale: The Lost Message

Stories Mother Told: African Folktales ·

2021/02/02

Today's episode sees us visiting South Africa once again. In this story, we learn about the importance of unity and how the ants struggled without it.I hope you enjoy this piece of our history. Sit back and Relax, let me take you back to Africa.Some places to read this story:https://www.gutenberg.org/files/38339/38339-h/38339-h.htm#Page_10South-African Folk-Tales, by James A. Honeÿ, [1910]The beautiful rendition of Thula Baba Thula Sana can be found

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