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KidCasts : Podcast for Kids !
African Folktales with Miss Jo Jo
African Folktales with Miss Jo Jo is a Webby Award-winning children's podcast of diverse short stories originating in Africa, originally passed down through generations by word of mouth. These traditional tales told with a new twist, are not only entertaining but serve to teach a lesson as well. Sometimes of a moral value and other times of survival. Tune in and share with a friend.
Author: ABF Creative
172 Episodes !
The Baboon Chief
2024/1/9
09:53
Today our magic jeep visits Chief Zewdu and his sister Fana, who live deep in the savanna with a group of baboons. Despite being the leader, Zewdu notices the other monkeys bossing each other around! Join us on our adventure to find out how Zewdu and Fana bring order to this rowdy bunch!
The Man and the Sheep
2024/1/2
12:39
Today our magic jeep brings us to a small town, where we meet Magala the tailor and his son, Jabulani! The young boy is given a pet sheep by his father…which soon starts talking! Jabulani tries telling his father, but Magala won’t believe him. What happens next? Tag along with Miss Jo Jo to find out!
IMANI
2024/1/1
07:09
IMANI - FAITH - to believe with all our hearts in our people, our parents, our teachers, our leaders, and the righteousness and victory of our struggle. Kwanzaa Time with Aunti Oni series ends by highlighting the 7th principle of IMANI, Faith. Based on a Native American folktale, a loving Grandfather teaches his grandchildren the importance of having faith in yourself and making the right choices. STORY CREDIT: THE IMANI TREE by Oni Lasana
KUUMBA
2023/12/31
05:50
Description: UJIMA: KUUMBA - CREATIVITY, to always do as much as we can, in any way we can, in order to leave our community more beautiful and beneficial than we inherited it. Aunti Oni shares her creativity with her poem “Kwanzaa All The Time” Aunti invites kids to show off their creativity and rap along with her. ! To create their own poem about Kwanzaa and a shout out for everyone to practice the principles of Kwanzaa year round! POEM CREDIT : KWANZAA ALL THE TIME by Oni Lasana
NIA
2023/12/30
12:21
NIA - PURPOSE, to make our collective vocation the building and developing of our community in order to restore our people to their traditional greatness. Listeners get a glimpse into the learning experience of little Nia Wilhemina on day 5 of Kwanzaa Time! Nia learns the ‘purpose’ of her name and how the determination of other African Americans shaped many inventions we use today.
UJAMAA
2023/12/29
11:35
UJAMAA - COOPERATIVE ECONOMICS - to build and maintain our own stores, shops, and other businesses and to profit from them together. Listeners will experience the true story of a businesswoman, Maggie Lena Walker.,1864-1934 Miss Walker was the first African American owner of a bank, newspaper, and department store in Richmond, Virginia. Enjoy learning about this trailblazer of cooperative economics, in her own words. STORY CREDIT: Maggie Lena Walker Speaks by Oni Lasana
UJIMA
2023/12/28
07:51
UJIMA: COLLECTIVE WORK & RESPONSIBILITY - to build and maintain our community together and make our sister's and brother's problems our problems and to solve them together. In this episode of Kwanzaa Time! w Aunti Oni travels to North Philly where young brother Kai practices UJIMA, the 3rd principle of Kwanzaa. His first haircut changes his life, and in the process, he learns of being responsible to himself and his community during COVID-19. STORY CREDIT: Kai and The Kwanzaa Mask (c) 2020 Michelle Washington Wilson & Oni Lasana
KUJICHAGULIA
2023/12/27
08:03
KUJICHAGULIA-SELF DETERMINATION, to define ourselves, speak for ourselves, instead of being defined and spoken for by others. Day 2 of Kwanzaa Time! continues with the story of Kuji. A young man whose attitude of determination and willingness to serve others, won the respect of his teacher, and his classmates. STORY CREDIT: KUJI'S CHOICE - by Oni Lasana
UMOJA
2023/12/26
08:03
UMOJA - UNITY, to strive for and maintain unity in the family, community, nation, and race. This delightful Day 1 of Kwanzaa Time! Aunti Oni tells of Mr. Anthologist, who travels from North America to Bulawayo, Zimbabwe to learn the ways of the people. But what Mr. Anthologists learned was a lesson - in sharing, caring, and unity. STORY CREDIT: UBUNTU! South African folktale, adapted by Oni Lasana
Younde Goes To Town
2023/12/19
10:41
Today our magic jeep takes us to Accra! We follow a young man who learns about a mysterious person. Yonde goes on a long adventure and learns some valuable lessons along the way. Is having all the money in the world really that important. Can money buy happiness?
The Magic Wand in the Pot of Butter
2023/12/12
11:04
Today our magic jeep introduces us to a man named Chidi, who owns a magic wand that can transport him anywhere! When a neighbor ends up borrowing it without asking, it’s up to Chidi and his friend Baako to get it back. What plan will they come up with? Tag along with Miss Jo Jo to find out!
Clever Jackal Gets Away
2023/12/5
06:18
Today our magic jeep takes us to a land with a very clever and smart Jackal. One day when the Jackal was moving through the land he came across a great Lion! The Jackal was scared for his life, he thought the Lion might eat him. So our clever and smart Jackal devised a plan to trick the Lion. Will it work? Listen and find out!
Why the Moon and the Stars Receive their Light from the Sun
2023/11/28
09:48
Today our magic jeep visits Father Anansi and his son Keku, who have a very scary encounter with a dragon! When it snatches them away and locks them up in its castle, the clever Keku must find a way to save everyone. What will his plan be?
The Lightning and the Thunder
2023/11/21
06:00
Today our magic jeep takes us deep into the night! We go into the sky and follow the story of Lightning and the Thunder. A long, long time ago the Thunder and Lightning lived on the earth with all the other people. So how did they end up in the sky? Listen and find out!
The Sky God's Well
2023/11/14
07:58
Today our magic jeep is cruising through a forest! We follow a frog who seems nice and innocent. It is said that once in the old days, the frog was teased by other animals of the forest because she had no tail. She was deeply embarrassed, so she went to the sky god to see if a tail could be given to her. Will it work out? Listen and find out!
The Monkey Who Was Made King
2023/11/7
07:14
Today our magic jeep takes us to a special Kingdom to find out about a monkey who did everything he could to be made the King! Were all the animals happy the monkey became the King? Find out which animal was not very happy about this at all!
The Magic Pot
2023/10/31
07:56
A long time ago there lived an old woman who had the best chicken soup in the market. People would come from all over the land to try this incredible soup. One person that enjoyed it more than the rest was a small boy who came up with a plan to get even more soup to eat. Will his plan work? Or will trying to get more to eat hurt everyone else who wants to enjoy the delicious soup.
The Contest Between Fire and Rain
2023/10/24
08:35
Today our magic jeep brings to a princess who is due to be married. The only problem is that she has fallen in love with two strong men. One of them is called Fire and the other is called Rain. Both men must pull out all the stops to win the princess’s heart. Who will win the contest between Fire and Rain?
The Porcupines Shovel
2023/10/17
06:32
Today our magic jeep takes us to learn about a special shovel that’s one of a kind. In the beginning, there was only one shovel in the world, and men worked their fields with a knife. Today we learn a very special lesson about all the great inventions in our community. But always make sure not to take advantage of the situation! Story sourced from Harold Courlander
The Goat and Her Young Ones
2023/10/10
10:25
New episodes come out every Wednesday for free, with 1-week early access for ABF Fam subscribers. Today our magic jeep takes us to visit a Mother Goat and her kids, who live in a beautiful house right by the mountains. When Mother Goat needs to gather grass, she leaves the young ones at home and warns them not to open the door for anyone who doesn’t know her special song. But when sneaky Hyena figures it out, what happens next? Tune in to find out! Loved this episode??? Be sure to let us know at this link!!! Your voice matters: https://ratethispodcast.com/africanfolktales
Why the Sun and the Moon Live in the Sky
2023/10/3
06:21
Today our magic jeep takes us to a dispute between the sun and the water! Many years ago the sun and water were great friends, and both lived on the earth together. So how did their fight impact the way we see the sun and moon today? Listen and find out!
The Grasshopper and the Toad
2023/9/12
09:23
Today our magic jeep arrives in a place where the Grasshopper and the Toad are best friends. That is until they invite each other over for dinner and realize that there are some annoying things they dislike about each other. Can they find common ground as friends, or will the friendship come to an end?
The Boy and the Drum
2023/9/5
08:25
Today our magic jeep takes us to where a boy named Afi wishes to go hunting. But when it begins to rain, he asks the tortoise for shelter. This results in Afi getting stuck on a drum. The tortoise then carries the drum to the village for a drumming competition. Can the tortoise win with his special drum?
The Longest Story in The World
2023/8/29
08:14
Today our magic jeep takes us to a place where there's a chief who loves good stories. Just like you! But this chief issues a challenge for someone to tell him the longest story ever. Nobody thinks this is possible, until a young storyteller named Mo shows up. Does Mo really know the longest story in the world?
Introducting Five Minute Mysteries w/ Kiddy Casey!
2023/8/28
05:58
Hello my little ones! We've got some exciting news for you. Take a listen to my good friend Kiddy Casey and her brand new show Five Minute Mysteries. Listen in as Kiddy Casey investigates ALL of life’s mysteries. That means everything from ancient puzzles, to creepy cryptid encounters, and mind-boggling science secrets. No matter how big or wild the mystery may be, Kiddy Casey is always on the case! And you can join the case too! Check out Five Minute Mysteries right now! The all new Five Minute Mysteries is now available on Apple and Spotify! Make sure you follow now to get two new episodes a week.
The Tortoise and the Elephant
2023/8/22
13:32
Today our magic jeep brings us to a village where animals can speak like humans! When the good Queen gets sick one day, it’s up to clever Tortoise to save the day. But how will she manage to convince proud Elephant to help them out?
A Goat and Her Daughter
2023/8/15
09:54
Today our magic jeep brings us to where a goat is traveling with her daughter. But as they travel there are many dangers. Other animals want to eat them. The goat decides to teach her daughter a nice trick to scare away the wicked predators. Come and hear how the goat and her daughter ended up together safely!
Why the Bat Is Ashamed to Be Seen in the Daytime
2023/8/8
11:44
Today our magic jeep arrives in a place where a bat is going on a journey to visit his father-in-law, but he needs help to carry all of his things. The mother sheep agrees to let her young lamb journey with the bat, but the bat isn’t too kind to his young companion. The mother lamb seeks the advice of the tortoise, and the tortoise decides to teach the bat a lesson he’ll never forget.
Farmer Mybrow and the Fairies
2023/8/1
13:38
Today our magic jeep journeys to a magical field! We’ll meet a new friend, Farmer Mybrow, who runs into a group of woodland fairies. As Mybrow sets off to work, his new fairy pals are more than eager to help out. But what happens when Mybrow’s daughter goes against her father’s warnings? Join Miss Jo Jo to find out!
The Story of The Hero Makoma
2023/7/25
14:22
Today our magic jeep brings us to a town near the Zambezi River, where we meet the mighty hero, Makoma! On his journey, Makoma befriends a friendly giant and flame-spirit who lend him their powers. But when he’s captured by the fearsome Mau-giri, will those powers be enough to escape? Join Miss Jo Jo to find out!
The Magic Crocodile
2023/7/18
07:28
Today our magic jeep takes us to where a magic crocodile lives in a cave among other animals. When a hunter comes to the cave, he tries to catch the crocodile, but when he raises his bow, something remarkable happens. Find out how exactly the crocodile prevents the hunters from entering the cave.
How Tomatoes First Grew
2023/7/11
08:03
Today our magic jeep brings us to a land where everyone seems to have bad luck. No matter how hard they try to get rid of it, nothing works! It will take the smart thinking of a group of ants to break the cycle. How will they manage to do it?
The Story Of Walu The Blacksmith
2023/7/4
08:18
Today our magic jeep takes us to a kingdom where a cruel king gives Walu the impossible task of creating a living, breathing man. Walu is scared of what the king will do when he cannot finish his task, until he crosses paths with the local madman. Can Walu pull off the impossible? Or will he need some help?
Anansi and the Magic Stone
2023/6/27
10:42
Today our magic jeep brings us to the village where Anansi and his cousin Kofi live! Anansi suspects Kofi is keeping a secret from him, yet Kofi refuses to tell. What secret is Kofi hiding, and how will Anansi get the answer? Listen to find out!
A Message from Miss Jo Jo
2023/6/20
01:57
Listen to your favorite folktales anywhere you go! Have a great summer!
The Magic Lute
2023/6/13
13:15
Today our magic jeep ventures into a village, where we meet Chief Marailane and his magic lute! Because the instrument is his prized possession, all his children must be careful around it. When his daughter, Lielie, accidentally breaks the lute, she must find a way to get it repaired…before her father notices. Will she be able to succeed? Join Miss Jo Jo on her latest adventure to find out! New episodes come out every Tuesday for free, with 1-week early access for ABF Fam subscribers. Loved this episode??? Be sure to let us know at this link!!! Your voice matters: https://ratethispodcast.com/africanfolktales
How the Turtle Outwitted the Pig
2023/6/6
13:17
Today our magic jeep takes us to a lively dance party, where we’ll meet Mrs. Turtle! While dancing the night away, Mrs. Turtle finds herself targeted by her jealous neighbor, Mrs. Pig. After discovering Mrs. Pig’s plans, Mrs. Turtle and her husband decide to turn the tables on their tricky neighbor. How will they do it? Tag along with Miss Jo Jo to find out! New episodes come out every Tuesday for free, with 1-week early access for ABF Fam subscribers. Loved this episode??? Be sure to let us know at this link!!! Your voice matters: https://ratethispodcast.com/africanfolktales
The Daughter of the Sword
2023/5/30
15:33
Today our magic jeep travels to a distant kingdom, where we’ll meet a spoiled princess named Hadiza. After she demands more and more gold from her father, trouble arises when the king’s warriors steal gold from a terrible monster. It’s up to Hadiza to make things right again…but will she succeed? Listen to find out what happens next! New episodes come out every Tuesday for free, with 1-week early access for ABF Fam subscribers. Loved this episode??? Be sure to let us know at this link!!! Your voice matters: https://ratethispodcast.com/africanfolktales
The Frog and the Princess
2023/5/23
16:26
Today our magic jeep takes us to a distant kingdom, where a princess named Shani is separated from her mother and father. When she’s found by a mysterious Frog-King years later, the princess must decide whether or not to trust him. What will Shani do? Will the Frog-King be able to help her find her parents? Join Miss Jo Jo to find out! New episodes come out every Tuesday for free, with 1-week early access for ABF Fam subscribers. Loved this episode??? Be sure to let us know at this link!!! Your voice matters: https://ratethispodcast.com/africanfolktales
The Bad Boy
2023/5/16
15:22
Today our magic jeep travels to a small village, where we’ll meet a young boy named Kweku Bah-Boni who is infamous for his tricks! After pranking everyone in his village, he decides to trick a group of kind-hearted animals who take him in. What will happen to them? Will Kweku ever learn his lesson? Tune in to follow Miss Jojo and see what happens! New episodes come out every Tuesday for free, with 1-week early access for ABF Fam subscribers. Loved this episode??? Be sure to let us know at this link!!! Your voice matters: https://ratethispodcast.com/africanfolktales
The Lost Beads
2023/5/9
16:11
Today our magic jeep travels to a mysterious riverbank, where a young girl named Njeri is tricked into throwing away her favorite beads. On her journey to find them, Njeri stumbles upon a hut belonging to a fearsome giant named Dimo. Will she be able to find her beads and escape in time? Join Miss Jo Jo to see what happens next! New episodes come out every Tuesday for free, with 1-week early access for ABF Fam subscribers. Loved this episode??? Be sure to let us know at this link!!! Your voice matters: https://ratethispodcast.com/africanfolktales
Effiong and His Friends
2023/5/2
13:04
Today our magic jeep travels to the beautiful country of Nigeria, where we’ll meet a fisherman named Effiong. After spending all his money on expensive foods and drinks, Effiong soon realizes he’s in trouble. To make matters worse, he can’t seem to catch anything on his fishing trips! Will his friends be able to help out? Join Miss Jo Jo to find out! New episodes come out every Tuesday for free, with 1-week early access for ABF Fam subscribers. Loved this episode??? Be sure to let us know at this link!!! Your voice matters: https://ratethispodcast.com/africanfolktales
The Buffalo Maiden
2023/4/25
14:46
Today our magic jeep travels to the Mabira Forest, where a young girl named Namazzi finds herself separated from her family. To soothe the child’s loneliness, the animals decide to get rid of her emotions with a magic potion – only for things to go terribly wrong! Will Namazzi be able to find her family again and restore her emotions? Join Miss Jo Jo to see what happens next! New episodes come out every Tuesday for free, with 1-week early access for ABF Fam subscribers. Loved this episode??? Be sure to let us know at this link!!! Your voice matters: https://ratethispodcast.com/africanfolktales
The Hawks and the Crows
2023/4/18
12:14
Today our magic jeep travels back to a time when crows and hawks played together. We’ll meet Koongoo′roo, the captain of the crows, and Mway′way, leader of the hawks. When the two sides are caught up in a game of steal-the-bottlecap, the crows realize there are far too many hawks to defeat. Clever Koongoo′roo must then come up with a way for his team to win. What does he have planned? Join Miss Jo Jo to find out! New episodes come out every Tuesday for free, with 1-week early access for ABF Fam subscribers. Loved this episode??? Be sure to let us know at this link!!! Your voice matters: https://ratethispodcast.com/africanfolktales
The Man and the Sheep
2023/4/11
12:39
Today our magic jeep brings us to a small town, where we meet Magala the tailor and his son, Jabulani! The young boy is given a pet sheep by his father…which soon starts talking! Jabulani tries telling his father, but Magala won’t believe him. What happens next? Tag along with Miss Jo Jo to find out! New episodes come out every Tuesday for free, with 1-week early access for ABF Fam subscribers. Loved this episode??? Be sure to let us know at this link!!! Your voice matters: https://ratethispodcast.com/africanfolktales
The Moon-Child
2023/4/4
11:05
Today our magic jeep brings us to a village, where we meet a special Chief named Bulane! He has a special mark on his shoulder that symbolizes his right to rule. When his son is born with the same mark, Bulane’s sister grows jealous of the baby and tries to hide him. How will Bulane find his son, and what happens to his sister? Join Miss Jo Jo to find out! New episodes come out every Tuesday for free, with 1-week early access for ABF Fam subscribers. Loved this episode??? Be sure to let us know at this link!!! Your voice matters: https://ratethispodcast.com/africanfolktales
Why Ants Carry Bundles
2023/3/28
10:40
Today our magic jeep takes us to visit our old friend Anansi, who seeks the help of a magic mushroom in order to create rain for his dry farmlands. But when Anansi accidentally destroys the magic, he’s left fearing the consequences. How will he wiggle his way out of trouble this time? Tag along with Miss Jo Jo to find out! New episodes come out every Tuesday for free, with 1-week early access for ABF Fam subscribers. Loved this episode??? Be sure to let us know at this link!!! Your voice matters: https://ratethispodcast.com/africanfolktales
How the Animals Dug Their Well
2023/3/21
13:19
Today our magic jeep takes us to a faraway land, where we’ll meet Masego the Lioness and her animal friends. A drought leaves them without water, so Masego suggests they build a new well. Everyone plans to help except Shulo the Hare. How will the other animals convince him to pitch in? Join Miss Jo Jo to find out! New episodes come out every Tuesday for free, with 1-week early access for ABF Fam subscribers. Loved this episode??? Be sure to let us know at this link!!! Your voice matters: https://ratethispodcast.com/africanfolktales
How the Fox Saved the Frog's Life
2023/3/14
11:46
Today our magic jeep takes us to a small town owned by a Frog, who decides to go out and buy some fancy clothes. But on his way to Mboma Village, Frog gets caught in trouble that only Fox can get him out of. What plan will clever Fox come up with? Tag along with Miss Jo Jo to find out! New episodes come out every Tuesday for free, with 1-week early access for ABF Fam subscribers. Loved this episode??? Be sure to let us know at this link!!! Your voice matters: https://ratethispodcast.com/africanfolktales
The Ungrateful Man
2023/3/7
11:14
Today our magic jeep takes us to Ghana, where we’ll meet a young man named Abam! After stumbling upon a large pit, he discovers a leopard, serpent, rat, and a man named Dodzi trapped within. Once Abam helps them escape, he quickly finds himself trapped in a sticky situation. What happens to Abam next, and who helps out? Tag along with Miss JoJo to learn more! New episodes come out every Tuesday for free, with 1-week early access for ABF Fam subscribers. Loved this episode??? Be sure to let us know at this link!!! Your voice matters: https://ratethispodcast.com/africanfolktales
The Elephant That Wanted to Dance
2023/2/28
11:20
Today our magic jeep visits the beautiful country of Uganda, where we’ll be meeting a young elephant who lives in the Mabira Forest. Upon seeing Hare dance at a party, Elephant decides that he too, wants to become a dancer! But since Elephant’s hind legs weigh him down, dancing proves to be a difficult task. How will he succeed? Listen to find out what happens next! New episodes come out every Tuesday for free, with 1-week early access for ABF Fam subscribers. Loved this episode??? Be sure to let us know at this link!!! Your voice matters: https://ratethispodcast.com/africanfolktales
The Power of Us: Celebrating Young Black Pioneers- Marsai Martin
2023/2/25
04:00
In our final episode, meet a young actress who's making way in front of and behind the camera.
The Power of Us: Celebrating Young Black Pioneers- Hansel Emmanuel
2023/2/23
04:33
Get to know an athlete who is defying the odds after a childhood accident.
Farmer Mybrow and the Fairies
2023/2/21
13:38
Today our magic jeep journeys to a magical field! We’ll meet a new friend, Farmer Mybrow, who runs into a group of woodland fairies. As Mybrow sets off to work, his new fairy pals are more than eager to help out. But what happens when Mybrow’s daughter goes against her father’s warnings? Join Miss Jo Jo to find out! New episodes come out every Tuesday for free, with 1-week early access for ABF Fam subscribers. Loved this episode??? Be sure to let us know at this link!!! Your voice matters: https://ratethispodcast.com/africanfolktales
The Power of Us: Celebrating Young Black Pioneers- Grace Moore
2023/2/18
04:49
Hear about the groundbreaking composer who's changing the face of classical music.
The Power of Us: Celebrating Young Black Pioneers- Amanda Gorman
2023/2/16
04:50
Learn about a poet whose words are speaking up for the next generation.
The Queen of Pigeons
2023/2/14
14:18
Today our magic jeep travels to a small village, where we meet a young girl named Kaya. She soon finds herself in trouble when a flock of pigeons take her away. Now stuck working as the Pigeon-King’s chef, Kaya must find a way to escape. How will she get away? Join Miss Jo Jo to find out! New episodes come out every Tuesday for free, with 1-week early access for ABF Fam subscribers. Loved this episode??? Be sure to let us know at this link!!! Your voice matters: https://ratethispodcast.com/africanfolktales
The Power of Us: Celebrating Young Black Pioneers- Jakhil Jackson & Mikalia Ulmer
2023/2/11
05:22
Listen to the stories of 2 young entrepreneurs who are building their businesses while giving back.
The Power of Us: Celebrating Young Black Pioneers- Jay’Aina Patton
2023/2/9
04:11
Hear how one young person is blazing a trail for others in technology.
Why Spider Hides in the Dark
2023/2/7
11:37
Today our magic jeep visits our old friend Spider, who is up to no good! After lying to his brother about working on a farm, Spider is faced with a problem when he suddenly asks for proof. Will he be able to wiggle his way out of this sticky situation, or will his actions catch up to him? Join Miss Jo Jo to find out! New episodes come out every Tuesday for free, with 1-week early access for ABF Fam subscribers. Loved this episode??? Be sure to let us know at this link!!! Your voice matters: https://ratethispodcast.com/africanfolktales
The Power of Us: Celebrating Young Black Pioneers- Dasia Taylor
2023/2/4
05:04
Learn about a young innovator who's changing the world of medicine.
The Power of Us: Celebrating Young Black Pioneers- Mari Copeny & Aalayah Eastmond
2023/2/2
04:36
In this first episode, we're putting a spotlight on 2 activists who are using their voices to make a difference in the world.
The Handkerchief
2023/2/1
12:54
Today our magic jeep travels to a faraway land, where a wise girl named Zakia earns the king’s attention. After becoming his advisor, Zakia must find a way to save the king when he finds himself in a sticky situation. Join Miss Jo Jo to see what happens next! New episodes come out every Tuesday for free, with 1-week early access for ABF Fam subscribers. Loved this episode??? Be sure to let us know at this link!!! Your voice matters: https://ratethispodcast.com/africanfolktales
Trailer: The Power of Us
2023/1/26
02:17
Starting February 2nd, join historian Toya Coleman, as she highlights Black youth making an impact in the world. Check out The Power of Us: Celebrating Young Black Pioneers every Thursday and Saturday during the month of February
A Message from Miss Jo Jo
2023/1/9
01:42
Great news everyone! African Folktales is coming back with new, exciting adventures that are waiting for you just around the corner! Come join the amazing Ms. JoJo on February 1st for a new season! As we get ready for the big day, be sure to check out our previous journeys in Ms. Jojo’s magical jeep! New episodes come out every Tuesday for free, with 1-week early access for ABF Fam subscribers.
IMANI
2023/1/1
07:09
IMANI - FAITH - to believe with all our hearts in our people, our parents, our teachers, our leaders, and the righteousness and victory of our struggle. Kwanzaa Time with Aunti Oni series ends by highlighting the 7th principle of IMANI, Faith. Based on a Native American folktale, a loving Grandfather teaches his grandchildren the importance of having faith in yourself and making the right choices. STORY CREDIT: THE IMANI TREE by Oni Lasana For more from Aunti Oni listen to Aunti Oni's Story Village: https://shows.acast.com/aunti-oni-story-village
KUUMBA
2022/12/31
05:50
UJIMA: KUUMBA - CREATIVITY, to always do as much as we can, in any way we can, in order to leave our community more beautiful and beneficial than we inherited it. Aunti Oni shares her creativity with her poem “Kwanzaa All The Time” Aunti invites kids to show off their creativity and rap along with her. ! To create their own poem about Kwanzaa and a shout out for everyone to practice the principles of Kwanzaa year round! POEM CREDIT : KWANZAA ALL THE TIME by Oni Lasana For more from Aunti Oni listen to Aunti Oni's Story Village: https://shows.acast.com/aunti-oni-story-village
NIA
2022/12/30
12:21
NIA - PURPOSE, to make our collective vocation the building and developing of our community in order to restore our people to their traditional greatness. Listeners get a glimpse into the learning experience of little Nia Wilhemina on day 5 of Kwanzaa Time! Nia learns the ‘purpose’ of her name and how the determination of other African Americans shaped many inventions we use today. For more from Aunti Oni listen to Aunti Oni's Story Village: https://shows.acast.com/aunti-oni-story-village
UJAMAA
2022/12/29
11:35
UJAMAA- COOPERATIVE ECONOMICS - to build and maintain our own stores, shops, and other businesses and to profit from them together. Listeners will experience the true story of a businesswoman, Maggie Lena Walker.,1864-1934 Miss Walker was the first African American owner of a bank, newspaper, and department store in Richmond, Virginia. Enjoy learning about this trailblazer of cooperative economics, in her own words. STORY CREDIT: Maggie Lena Walker Speaks by Oni Lasana Email your family photos to support@abfc.co to get featured on our social media.
UJIMA
2022/12/28
07:51
UJIMA: COLLECTIVE WORK & RESPONSIBILITY - to build and maintain our community together and make our sister's and brother's problems our problems and to solve them together. In this episode of Kwanzaa Time! w Aunti Oni travels to North Philly where young brother Kai practices UJIMA, the 3rd principle of Kwanzaa. His first haircut changes his life, and in the process, he learns of being responsible to himself and his community during COVID-19. STORY CREDIT: Kai and The Kwanzaa Mask (c) 2020 Michelle Washington Wilson & Oni Lasana Send your family Kwanzaa photos to support@abfc.co and we'll share them on our social media.
KUJICHAGULIA
2022/12/27
08:03
KUJICHAGULIA-SELF DETERMINATION, to define ourselves, speak for ourselves, instead of being defined and spoken for by others. Day 2 of Kwanzaa Time! continues with the story of Kuji. A young man whose attitude of determination and willingness to serve others, won the respect of his teacher, and his classmates. STORY CREDIT: KUJI'S CHOICE - by Oni Lasana Email your family Kwanzaa photos to support@abfc.co and we will share them on our social media. .
UMOJA
2022/12/26
08:03
UMOJA - UNITY, to strive for and maintain unity in the family, community, nation, and race. This delightful Day 1 of Kwanzaa Time! Aunti Oni tells of Mr. Anthologist, who travels from North America to Bulawayo, Zimbabwe to learn the ways of the people. But what Mr. Anthologists learned was a lesson - in sharing, caring, and unity. STORY CREDIT: UBUNTU! South African folktale, adapted by Oni Lasana Send us your family Kwanzaa photos to support@abfc.co and get featured on our social media channels!
The Story of the Hero Makoma
2022/11/29
14:22
New episodes come out every Friday for free, with 1-week early access for ABF Fam subscribers Today our magic jeep brings us to a town near the Zambezi River, where we meet the mighty hero, Makoma! On his journey, Makoma befriends a friendly giant and flame-spirit who lend him their powers. But when he’s captured by the fearsome Mau-giri, will those powers be enough to escape? Join Miss Jo Jo to find out! Loved this episode??? Be sure to let us know at this link!!! Your voice matters: https://ratethispodcast.com/campredrum
The Flying Lion
2022/11/22
11:50
New episodes come out every Wednesday for free, with 1-week early access for ABF Fam subscribers. Today our magic jeep takes us back to a time when mighty Lion had wings! Many are terrified of him except for Brother Bullfrog, who plans to leave Lion wingless. How will he do it? Join Miss Jo Jo to find out! Loved this episode??? Be sure to let us know at this link!!! Your voice matters: https://ratethispodcast.com/africanfolktales
How Isuro The Rabbit Tricked Gudu
2022/11/15
14:15
New episodes come out every Wednesday for free, with 1-week early access for ABF Fam subscribers. Today our magic jeep travels to meet a pair of friends called Isuro and Gudu. Gudu often treats his friend poorly by pulling tricks to steal Isuro’s food. But when Isuro finally realizes what’s been happening, he plans to get back at Gudu by turning the tables on him. What will happen? Tag along with Miss Jo Jo to find out! Loved this episode??? Be sure to let us know at this link!!! Your voice matters: https://ratethispodcast.com/africanfolktales
Why Worms Live Underneath the Ground
2022/11/8
08:34
Today our magic jeep takes us to a land ruled by King Eyo, who watches over animals and humans alike. When he invites everyone to a large feast, the worm group starts an argument by calling themselves the best. Once everyone gets upset, King Eyo must find a way to solve the problem. What will he think of? Listen to find out! Loved this episode??? Be sure to let us know at this link!!! Your voice matters: https://ratethispodcast.com/africanfolktales
Ayanda and the Talking Tree
2022/11/1
10:23
New episodes come out every Wednesday for free, with 1-week early access for ABF Fam subscribers. Today our magic jeep takes us to South Africa, where we’ll meet a young Zulu woman named Ayanda. When she stumbles upon a magical, talking tree, she rushes home to tell everyone. But when no one believes her, what happens next? Tag along with Miss JoJo to find out! Loved this episode??? Be sure to let us know at this link!!! Your voice matters: https://ratethispodcast.com/africanfolktales
The Goat and Her Young Ones
2022/10/25
10:25
New episodes come out every Wednesday for free, with 1-week early access for ABF Fam subscribers. Today our magic jeep takes us to visit a Mother Goat and her kids, who live in a beautiful house right by the mountains. When Mother Goat needs to gather grass, she leaves the young ones at home and warns them not to open the door for anyone who doesn’t know her special song. But when sneaky Hyena figures it out, what happens next? Tune in to find out! Loved this episode??? Be sure to let us know at this link!!! Your voice matters: https://ratethispodcast.com/africanfolktales
To Lose an Elephant Is a Very Foolish Thing to Do
2022/10/18
11:03
New episodes come out every Tuesday for free, with 1-week early access for ABF Fam subscribers. Today our magic jeep takes us to a beautiful town that is ruled by a King! When he issues an impossible task, only Spider is willing to give it a shot. But being the trickster that he is, Spider decides to do things his own way in order to win the prize. Listen to find out what happens!
The Baboon Chief
2022/10/11
09:53
New episodes come out every Tuesday for free, with 1-week early access for ABF Fam subscribers. Today our magic jeep visits Chief Zewdu and his sister Fana, who live deep in the savanna with a group of baboons. Despite being the leader, Zewdu notices the other monkeys bossing each other around! Join us on our adventure to find out how Zewdu and Fana bring order to this rowdy bunch!
The Magic Wand in the Pot of Butter
2022/10/4
11:04
New episodes come out every Tuesday for free, with 1-week early access for ABF Fam subscribers. Today our magic jeep introduces us to a man named Chidi, who owns a magic wand that can transport him anywhere! When a neighbor ends up borrowing it without asking, it’s up to Chidi and his friend Baako to get it back. What plan will they come up with? Tag along with Miss Jo Jo to find out!
The Pumpkin Kids
2022/9/27
11:53
New episodes come out every Tuesday for free, with 1-week early access for ABF Fam subscribers. Today our magic jeep visits Tanzania, where we come face-to-face with a lonely woman who wishes for someone to help with her chores. One day, she’s visited by a mysterious man who gives her magical pumpkin seeds. How will they grant the woman’s wish? Tune in to find out!
Why The Lizard Continually Moves His Head Up and Down
2022/9/20
12:20
New episodes come out every Tuesday for free, with 1-week early access for ABF Fam subscribers. Today our magic jeep visits our friend Hyena, who is determined to win the Queen’s special prize – a magical flute that plays on its own! The only problem is that in order to do so, he must find out what the secret phrase is. How will Hyena figure it out? Come along on our adventure to see what he thinks of!
Anansi and the Magic Stone
2022/9/13
10:42
New episodes come out every Tuesday for free, with 1-week early access for ABF Fam subscribers. Today our magic jeep brings us to the village where Anansi and his cousin Kofi live! Anansi suspects Kofi is keeping a secret from him, yet Kofi refuses to tell. What secret is Kofi hiding, and how will Anansi get the answer? Listen to find out!
Tortoise and the Igbako
2022/9/6
13:21
New episodes come out every Tuesday for free, with 1-week early access for ABF Fam subscribers. Today our magic jeep brings us to a land where fairies use magic to make wonderful things! When Tortoise is given a magical stone, he uses it for the wrong reasons. A kind water fairy is determined to teach him a lesson with the help of Bird. How will they go about teaching Tortoise? Listen to find out!
The Case of the Uncooked Eggs
2022/8/30
11:20
New episodes come out every Tuesday for free, with 1-week early access for ABF Fam subscribers. Today our magic jeep takes us to a small town in Haiti, where a woman’s kindness is rewarded with three beautiful eggs. They help her buy many wonderful things like animals, plants, and land! But soon, a greedy man will demand that she give half of her belongings to him. What will happen to the woman?
Why the Moon and the Stars Receive their Light from the Sun
2022/8/23
09:48
New episodes come out every Tuesday for free, with 1-week early access for ABF Fam subscribers. Today our magic jeep visits Father Anansi and his son Keku, who have a very scary encounter with a dragon! When it snatches them away and locks them up in its castle, the clever Keku must find a way to save everyone. What will his plan be?
How We Got The Name “Spider Tales”
2022/8/16
08:59
New episodes come out every Tuesday for free, with 1-week early access for ABF Fam subscribers. Today our magic jeep takes us on a trip to visit our old friend, Anansi the Spider! This time, Anansi wants all stories to be about him. The only problem is that King Kupo has three tasks that Anansi must complete first in order to fulfill his wish. Will Anansi be able to succeed?
How Tomatoes First Grew
2022/8/9
08:03
New episodes come out every Tuesday for free, with 1-week early access for ABF Fam subscribers. Today our magic jeep brings us to a land where everyone seems to have bad luck. No matter how hard they try to get rid of it, nothing works! It will take the smart thinking of a group of ants to break the cycle. How will they manage to do it?
The Squirrel and the Spider
2022/8/2
11:17
New episodes come out every Tuesday for free, with 1-week early access for ABF Fam subscribers. Today our magic jeep visits a beautiful little farm that Squirrel’s worked hard on. He grows lots of yummy corn there – but the problem is that naughty Spider keeps stealing it! Will Spider realize what he’s doing is wrong? And will Squirrel find a way to get his corn back?
The Leopard and the Ram
2022/7/26
11:33
New episodes come out every Tuesday for free, with 1-week early access for ABF Fam subscribers. Today our magic jeep transports us into the woods, where Ram and Leopard are hard at work building a new home. The only problem is that they always show up at different times! What will happen when the two animals finally run into each other?
The Tortoise and the Elephant
2022/7/19
13:32
New episodes come out every Tuesday for free, with 1-week early access for ABF Fam subscribers. Today our magic jeep brings us to a village where animals can speak like humans! When the good Queen gets sick one day, it’s up to clever Tortoise to save the day. But how will she manage to convince the proud Elephant to help them out?
The Return of African Folktales With Ms. JoJo
2022/6/21
02:44
Great news everyone! African Folktales is coming back with new, exciting adventures that are waiting for you just around the corner! Come join the amazing Ms. JoJo on July 19th for a new season! As we get ready for the big day, be sure to check out our previous journeys in Ms. Jojo’s magical jeep!
A Good Fortune in Camels
2022/3/17
08:52
Today our magic jeep takes us to where a man named Ali wishes to set out and earn a fortune for him and his wife. After some work, Ali has enough money to buy two camels. But he soon ends up giving away his camels for some valuable advice from the fortune teller. Will this advice end up paying off for Ali? Miss JoJo is here to let you know!
The Boy and the Drum
2022/3/10
08:25
Today our magic jeep takes us to where a boy named Afi wishes to go hunting. But when it begins to rain, he asks the tortoise for shelter. This results in Afi getting stuck on a drum. The tortoise then carries the drum to the village for a drumming competition. Can the tortoise win with his special drum?
The Magic Crocodile
2022/3/3
07:28
Today our magic jeep takes us to where a magic crocodile who lives in a cave among other animals. When a hunter comes to the cave, he tries to catch the crocodile, but when he raises his bow, something remarkable happens. Find out how exactly the crocodile prevents the hunters from entering the cave.
The Hare Trades a Bag of Corn
2022/2/24
11:29
Today our magic jeep takes us to where an elephant and a hare are ready to trade some delicious items from their farm. But the hare feels guilty that he didn’t help the elephant enough, so the hare decides to take some corn and find out what he can trade it for. This leads to an exciting adventure where the hare continues to trade a number of items. Find out what the hare and the elephant end up with!
The Man Who Never Lied
2022/2/17
06:35
Time to take a trip down memory lane! Once upon a time there lived a wise man by the name of Moe. He never lied. All the people in the land, even the ones who lived hundreds of miles away, knew about him. One day, the Queen of the land was determined to trick Moe and make him lie. Will it work? Will Moe lie? Listen and find out!
Mr. Ananse and the Pot of Wisdom
2022/2/10
06:17
We take a trip down memory lane! Mr. Ananse, a mean and greedy man, collects all of the wisdom in the world and does not want to share it. Instead, he decides to keep it in a pot around his neck. One day Mr. Ananse decides to hide the pot on top of the tallest tree in the forest. However, he struggles to climb up the tree with the heavy pot. His son watches him struggle, and then suggests that he put the pot on his back. Mr. Ananse listens to his son and quickly realizes that he is not the only one with wisdom.
Bobo and the Turtle
2022/2/3
09:02
Take a trip down memory lane! Listen to this classic episode! Bobo, the spider prepares a meal and just as he is about to eat, he is interrupted by an unexpected guest. Bobo invites the turtle to join him, but then sends him off to wash his hands - not once, but twice. By the time the turtle returned, all the food was gone. When the tables get turned, Bobo also misses out on the turtle’s lovely meal.
The Lion and the Drum
2022/1/27
08:53
Take a trip down memory lane! Listen to this classic episode. The Lion discovers a magical world as he chases the fruit from the palm tree into a deep hole. There he finds Zebra eating all of his fruit. Zebra apologizes and agrees to give the Lion a drum, in exchange for the food. The drum provides Lion with so much food that he is able to share it with his friends. However, one day the drum breaks. Lion returns to Zebra, and lies to him in order to receive a larger drum. Little does he know that you can’t fool Zebra. Rather than receive more food from the drum, the Lion is chased by a swarm of bumble bees.
The Chimp and the King of the Jungle
2022/1/20
08:17
Today our magic jeep takes us to where the Chimpanzee wants to become the new king of the jungle. He believes that he deserves the title because he is the most like the humans. The Chimp’s friend, the Tortoise, tells him that the Lion is the king of the jungle. The Chimp gets upset and steals the Tortoise’s food. The Tortoise then decides to teach the Chimp a lesson by sending the Lion after him. Press play and find out who really is the king of the jungle!
How Stories Came to Earth
2022/1/13
12:28
Hello, Children! Do we need some more stories? Well, Today our magic jeep takes us to a land where no stories exist. Yaz the Rabbit is very bored and will do whatever it takes to find some stories. She hears that the Sky King is keeping all of the stories for himself, so she visits him to find out how she can have the stories. The King asks her to complete three difficult tasks before he’ll give her the stories. Press play and find out if Yaz is able to grace the world with those stories!
Anansi Outsmarts Himself
2022/1/6
08:48
Today our magic jeep visits Anansi the Spider and his good friend Adun the Baboon. These two are very good friends and are almost as inseparable as brothers. But when they find a tree full of ripe bananas, one of them suddenly has a problem with sharing. Can you guess who? Press the play button and let me share this story with you.
IMANI
2022/1/1
07:09
IMANI - FAITH - to believe with all our hearts in our people, our parents, our teachers, our leaders, and the righteousness and victory of our struggle. Kwanzaa Time with Aunti Oniseries ends by highlighting the 7th principle of IMANI, Faith. Based on a Native American folktale, a loving Grandfather teaches his grandchildren the importance of having faith in yourself and making the right choices. STORY CREDIT: THE IMANI TREE by Oni Lasana For more from Aunti Oni listen to Aunti Oni's Story Village: https://shows.acast.com/aunti-oni-story-village
KUUMBA
2021/12/31
05:50
KUUMBA - CREATIVITY, to always do as much as we can, in any way we can, in order to leave our community more beautiful and beneficial than we inherited it. Aunti Oni shares her creativity with her poem “Kwanzaa All The Time” Aunti invites kids to show off their creativity and rap along with her. ! To create their own poem about Kwanzaa and a shout out for everyone to practice the principles of Kwanzaa year round! POEM CREDIT : KWANZAA ALL THE TIME by Oni Lasana For more from Aunti Oni listen to Aunti Oni's Story Village: https://shows.acast.com/aunti-oni-story-village
NIA
2021/12/30
12:21
NIA - PURPOSE, to make our collective vocation the building and developing of our community in order to restore our people to their traditional greatness. Listeners get a glimpse into the learning experience of little Nia Wilhemina on day 5 of Kwanzaa Time! Nia learns the ‘purpose’ of her name and how the determination of other African Americans shaped many inventions we use today. For more from Aunti Oni listen to Aunti Oni's Story Village: https://shows.acast.com/aunti-oni-story-village
UJAMAA
2021/12/29
11:35
UJAMAA- COOPERATIVE ECONOMICS - to build and maintain our own stores, shops, and other businesses and to profit from them together. Listeners will experience the true story of a businesswoman, Maggie Lena Walker.,1864-1934 Miss Walker was the first African American owner of a bank, newspaper, and department store in Richmond, Virginia. Enjoy learning about this trailblazer of cooperative economics, in her own words. STORY CREDIT: Maggie Lena Walker Speaks by Oni Lasana Send your family Kwanzaa photos to support@abfc.co and we'll share them on our social media.
UJIMA
2021/12/28
07:51
UJIMA: COLLECTIVE WORK & RESPONSIBILITY - to build and maintain our community together and make our sister's and brother's problems our problems and to solve them together. In this episode of Kwanzaa Time! w Aunti Oni travels to North Philly where young brother Kai practices UJIMA, the 3rd principle of Kwanzaa. His first haircut changes his life, and in the process, he learns of being responsible to himself and his community during COVID-19. STORY CREDIT: Kai and The Kwanzaa Mask (c) 2020 Michelle Washington Wilson & Oni Lasana Email your family photos to support@abfc.co to get featured on our social media.
KUJICHAGULIA
2021/12/27
08:03
Kujichagulia-SELF DETERMINATION, to define ourselves, speak for ourselves, instead of being defined and spoken for by others. Day 2 of Kwanzaa Time! continues with the story of Kuji. A young man whose attitude of determination and willingness to serve others, won the respect of his teacher, and his classmates. STORY CREDIT: KUJI'S CHOICE - by Oni Lasana Email your family Kwanzaa photos support@abfc.co and we will share them on our social media.
UMOJA
2021/12/26
08:03
UMOJA - UNITY, to strive for and maintain unity in the family, community, nation, and race. This delightful Day 1 of Kwanzaa Time! Aunti Oni tells of Mr. Anthologist, who travels from North America to Bulawayo, Zimbabwe to learn the ways of the people. But what Mr. Anthologists learned was a lesson - in sharing, caring, and unity. STORY CREDIT: UBUNTU! South African folktale, adapted by Oni Lasana Send us your family Kwanzaa photos to support@abfc.co and get featured on our social media channels!
Anansi and the Turtle
2021/12/23
08:42
Today our magic jeep brings us back to Anansi the Spider who will learn another important lesson. Anansi is visited by his good friend the turtle who shows up at Anansi’s house just in time for dinner. The turtle asks if he can be Anansi’s guest for dinner, and Anansi agrees. But the turtle never gets to enjoy a single bite thanks to Anansi’s antics. The turtle then comes up with a way to teach Anansi another important lesson in sharing.
One Man and His Precious Cow
2021/12/16
09:16
Today our magic jeep takes us to the stubborn farmer who takes the word of his precious cow over the word of his children. This results in the farmer sending away his sons, and the sons begin to learn more skills on their own. One day, the farmer figures out the truth about the cow and he begins to miss his sons that he sent away. Will they be reunited? Hit the play button to find out!
The Fisherman and the Ring
2021/12/9
07:47
Today our magic jeep takes us to a faraway village where a young man wants nothing more than to become a fisherman. His father is reluctant to let him as he thinks his son will not be successful. One day, the father agrees to let his son become a fisherman. But a big storm comes to the village and wrecks everything. The fisherman later catches a fish and lets it go, and the fish rewards him with a special ring.
The Grasshopper and the Toad
2021/12/9
09:23
Today our magic jeep arrives in a place where the Grasshopper and the Toad are best friends. That is until they invite each other over for dinner and realize that there are some annoying things they dislike about each other. Can they find common ground as friends, or will the friendship come to an end?
Why the Bat Is Ashamed to Be Seen in the Daytime
2021/12/2
11:44
Today our magic jeep arrives in a place where a bat is going on a journey to visit his father-in-law, but he needs help to carry all of his things. The mother sheep agrees to let her young lamb journey with the bat, but the bat isn’t too kind to his young companion. The mother lamb seeks the advice of the tortoise, and the tortoise decides to teach the bat a lesson he’ll never forget. Find out why the bat only comes out at night!
The Tortoise, the Dog and the Farmer
2021/11/25
08:57
Today our magic jeep takes us to a place where there isn’t much food for everyone. The tortoise sees that their friend, the dog, is very well fed. The tortoise asks the dog’s secret source of food but the dog does not share his secret. One day, the tortoise follows the dog and finds out the secret of the dog and the farmer’s harvest. Will the tortoise be able to stay fed now that the secret is known? Press play now and I will tell you exactly what happens.
The Contest Between Fire and Rain
2021/11/18
08:35
Today our magic jeep brings to a princess who is due to be married. The only problem is that she has fallen in love with two strong men. One of them is called Fire and the other is called Rain. Both men must pull out all the stops to win the princess’s heart. Who will win the contest between Fire and Rain? Support for African Folktales with Miss JoJo comes from Reading Head Start. The reading program parents like you are using that even has children as young as two reading. Visit headstartreading.co for more information!
The Tortoise and the Leopard
2021/11/11
10:21
Today our magic jeep takes us to where a tortoise finds a big egg on her travels. She wants to bake her a cake using the eggs but she has no way to do so. She decides to promise a nearby family to bake them the cake if they provide the tools and ingredients, but later on, the tortoise runs away with the cake. When the tortoise finds the leopard’s home, she will learn a valuable lesson. Press play and find out what happens with the delicious cake, mmm!
A Goat and Her Daughter
2021/11/4
09:54
Today our magic jeep brings us to where a goat is traveling with her daughter. But as they travel there are many dangers. Other animals want to eat them. The goat decides to teach her daughter a nice trick to scare away the wicked predators. Come and let me tell you how the goat and her daughter ended up living safely together! Support for African Folktales with Miss JoJo comes from Reading Head Start. The reading program parents like you are using that even has children as young as two reading. Visit headstartreading.co for more information!
The Longest Story in the World
2021/10/28
08:14
Today our magic jeep takes us to a place where a chief loves him some good stories. Just like you! But this chief issues a challenge for someone to tell him the longest story ever. Nobody thinks this is possible, until a young storyteller named Mo shows up. Does Mo really know the longest story in the world? Let me share this story with you, I promise it won’t take too long! Support for African Folktales with Miss JoJo comes from Reading Head Start. The reading program parents like you are using that even has children as young as two reading. Visit headstartreading.co for more information!
The Story of a Farmer and Four Hyenas
2021/10/21
09:13
Today our magic jeep takes where a farmer named Musa and his wife have just had a cute baby boy. Musa must feed his wife to keep her strong and healthy, but on his way home from buying their favorite meal, Musa is chased by hyenas. Musa must offer them the food he bought so they will leave him alone, but what will he cook for his wife now? Let me tell you how Musa takes care of his wife in the end! Support for African Folktales with Miss JoJo comes from Reading Head Start. The reading program parents like you are using that even has children as young as two reading. Visit headstartreading.co for more information!
Why the Warthog Gets Around on His Knees
2021/10/14
07:03
Today our magic jeep takes us to where a Warthog has built a nice big house. But the Warthog sees the Lion from one of our old stories and he becomes very scared. The Warthog runs into his home and decides to try out an old trick he heard from the Jackal, not knowing that the Lion has a very good memory. In this story, I will teach you why the Warthog likes to be on the ground! Support for African Folktales with Miss JoJo comes from Reading Head Start. The reading program parents like you are using that even has children as young as two reading. Visit headstartreading.co for more information!
The Story of Walu the Blacksmith
2021/10/7
08:18
Today our magic jeep takes us to a kingdom where a cruel king gives Walu the impossible task of creating a living, breathing man. Walu is scared of what the king will do when he cannot finish his task, until he crosses paths with the local madman. Can Walu pull off the impossible? Or will he need some help? Don’t hesitate to press play and let me tell you the story! Support for African Folktales with Miss JoJo comes from Reading Head Start. The reading program parents like you are using that even has children as young as two reading. Visit headstartreading.co for more information!
How the Tortoise Overcame the Elephant and the Hippo
2021/9/30
08:09
Today our Magic Jeep takes us to a jungle where an elephant and a hippo are the strongest in the land. They have gathered all the food for themselves because they are so strong. But one tortoise will use the strength of his mind to teach the hippo and the elephant to be kinder to all of the other animals in the jungle. How does one little tortoise teach the strong hippo and elephant a lesson? Download and find out! Support for African Folktales with Miss JoJo comes from Reading Head Start. The reading program parents like you are using that even has children as young as two reading. Visit headstartreading.co for more information!
The Hare and the Crown Bird
2021/9/23
08:31
Today our magic jeep takes us to where a crown bird and a hare are going on a special journey to visit the hare’s uncle. The hare and the crown bird decide to race to the house and find out who will make it there first. But as they race to where the uncle lives, they pass a mysterious woman who needs their help. This results in one of the friends somehow winning the race to the hare’s uncle, but who do you think will be the winner? How will the woman in need affect their contest?
Welcome Back!
2021/9/16
02:54
Great news everybody! African Folktales is coming back, and there are even more new adventures with the amazing Ms. JoJo just around the corner. But, you’re going to have to wait one more week for the newest episode to be released. Meanwhile, you can listen to this “Welcome Back” episode that previews some of the great moments that will be shared in Ms. JoJo’s famous Jeep!
Beautiful As You Are
2021/9/2
05:10
Make sure to join the African Folktales email club: abfc.co/folktales and find out when Ms. JoJo will be returning! Hey family and friends, what's the word? My name is Aunti Oni, and I’m Ms. JoJo’s favorite Aunti. I’m going to share with you some of my favorite stories while Ms. JoJo is on vacation exploring in her Magic Jeep! Little Crow thinks his feathers are dull and plain, but he soon learns it’s who you are on the inside that really matters, and not how you look on the outside. Aunti Oni Story Village: https://shows.acast.com/aunti-oni-story-village
The Jealous Farmer
2021/8/19
06:52
Join the African Folktales email club: abfc.co/folktales and find out when season two will start! Hey family and friends, what's the word? My name is Aunti Oni, and I’m Ms. JoJo’s favorite Aunti. I’m going to share with you some of my favorite stories while Ms. JoJo is on vacation exploring in her Magic Jeep! Listen closely to why it’s never a good idea to be jealous of nobody, no way, no how! Aunti Oni Story Village: https://shows.acast.com/aunti-oni-story-village
Signifying Monkey
2021/8/5
08:07
Make sure to join the African Folktales email club: abfc.co/folktales and find out when Ms. JoJo will be returning! Hey family and friends, what's the word? My name is Aunti Oni, and I’m Ms. JoJo’s favorite Aunti. I’m going to share with you some of my favorite stories while Ms. JoJo is on vacation exploring in her Magic Jeep! Did you ever wonder why monkeys live and play high up in the trees? Well, I’m here to tell you why! Aunti Oni Story Village: https://shows.acast.com/aunti-oni-story-village
The Palm and the Poui
2021/7/22
09:26
Join the African Folktales email club: abfc.co/folktales and find out when season two will start! Hey family and friends, what's the word? My name is Aunti Oni, and I’m Ms. JoJo’s favorite Aunti. I’m going to share with you some of my favorite stories while Ms. JoJo is on vacation exploring in her Magic Jeep! Are you using your imagination? I hope so! Because you will need it for this story. Do trees talk? If so, what are they talking about? Aunti Oni Story Village: https://shows.acast.com/aunti-oni-story-village
A Cabin Tale
2021/7/8
08:05
Join the African Folktales email club: abfc.co/folktales and find out when season two will start! Hey family and friends, what's the word? My name is Aunti Oni, and I’m Ms. JoJo’s favorite Aunti. I’m going to share with you some of my favorite stories while Ms. JoJo is on vacation exploring in her Magic Jeep! Today let's find out what happens when the little Weasel fixes the big bad Bear. Aunti Oni Story Village: https://shows.acast.com/aunti-oni-story-village
A Special Message From Ms. JoJo
2021/7/1
02:52
Hello my little ones! I hope you've enjoyed the adventures so far in our first season. What an exciting year of journeys, learning, and fun it was! I will be heading on a vacation in my magic jeep looking for all new adventures to take you on in September! But don’t worry! My Aunti Oni will be stepping in for the summer to share some incredible folktales from her Story Village! And make sure to join our the African Folktales email club: abfc.co/folktales
Talk
2021/6/3
08:54
Today our magic jeep takes us to a fisherman who hears weird things. We will learn a valuable lesson about listening to the ones around us. Make sure to use your imagination for this episode, you will hear some funny things talk!
Why the Sun and the Moon Live in the Sky
2021/5/27
06:21
Today our magic jeep takes us to a dispute between the sun and the water! Many years ago the sun and water were great friends, and both lived on the earth together. So how did their fight impact the way we see the sun and moon today? Listen and find out!
The Monkey Who Was Made King
2021/5/20
07:14
Today our magic jeep takes us to a special Kingdom to find out about a monkey who did everything he could to be made the King! Were all the animals happy the monkey became the King? Find out which animal was not very happy about this at all!
The Lightning and the Thunder
2021/5/13
06:00
Today our magic jeep takes us deep into the night! We go into the sky and follow the story of Lightning and the Thunder. A long, long time ago the Thunder and Lightning lived on the earth with all the other people. So how did they end up in the sky? Listen and find out!
The Porcupines Shovel
2021/5/6
06:32
Today our magic jeep takes us to learn about a special shovel that’s one of a kind. In the beginning, there was only one shovel in the world, and men worked their fields with a knife. Today we learn a very special lesson about all the great inventions in our community. But always make sure not to take advantage of the situation! Story sourced from Harold Courlander
Why the Moon Isn’t Always Full
2021/4/29
06:21
Today our magic jeep takes us to learn why the moon isn’t always full every night. There once was an old woman who was very hungry and would look to eat some of the moon every night. How could this be? Would the moon be okay with this? Learn how one person changed the way we see the moon forever!
Younde Goes To Town
2021/4/22
10:41
Today our magic jeep takes us to Accra! We follow a young man who learns about a mysterious person. Yonde goes on a long adventure and learns some valuable lessons along the way. Is having all the money in the world really that important. Can money buy happiness?
Two Feasts for Anansi
2021/4/15
06:44
Today our magic jeep visits a greedy spider who can't make a decision! Anansi the spider can’t decide which feast he wants to attend? Anansi tries his best to attend both feasts at the same time. Will this plan work? Or should he just stick to having one meal? Plus, what are the consequences from Anansi's choices? Story sourced from Harold Courlander
Why The Cheetahs Cheeks Are Stained
2021/4/8
08:20
Today our magic jeep is cruising to a grassy field to watch a hunter sleep under a tree! Long ago a wicked and lazy hunter was sitting under a tree. He was thinking that it was too difficult to hunt in the hot weather and look for prey in the bushes. Did the hunter get what he wanted? Or did his lazy ways get in the way. Plus, how does this all impact our friend the Cheetah!
The Sky God's Well
2021/4/1
07:58
Today our magic jeep is cruising through a forest! We follow a frog who seems nice and innocent. It is said that once in the old days, the frog was teased by other animals of the forest because she had no tail. She was deeply embarrassed, so she went to the sky god to see if a tail could be given to her. Will it work out? Listen and find out!
Anansi the Oldest of Animals
2021/3/25
07:35
Today our magic jeep takes us to a forest where there was a big fight about who was the oldest animal. Once upon a time the animals of the fields and the forest had a great argument about which of them was the oldest and deserved the most respect. Can you guess which animal is the most respected and oldest in the group? Listen and find out! Story sourced from Harold Courlander
Don't Shake Hands With Everybody
2021/3/18
06:15
Today we are bubbling our way to Frogs farm! We see how a kind act went too far. Find out how one frog got so excited to say thank you to everyone that it backfired. Is it better to sometimes work smarter than harder?
A House in the Sky
2021/3/11
06:26
Once upon a time there lived a poor man named Abby. He was clever and often made jokes at rich people and even at the Chief. One day the Chief wanted Abby to build him a house in the sky. Is it even possible to build a house in the sky? Will Abby be able to do it? Or will Abby find a way to trick the Chief and not have to do the work?
Clever Jackal Gets Away
2021/3/4
06:18
Today our magic jeep takes us to a land with a very clever and smart Jackal. One day when the Jackal was moving through the land he came across a great Lion! The Jackal was scared for his life, he thought the Lion might eat him. So our clever and smart Jackal devised a plan to trick the Lion. Will it work? Listen and find out!
The Man Who Never Lied
2021/2/25
06:35
Once upon a time there lived a wise man by the name of Moe. He never lied. All the people in the land, even the ones who lived hundreds of miles away, knew about him. One day, the Queen of the land was determined to trick Moe and make him lie. Will it work? Will Moe lie? Listen and find out!
The Magic Pot
2021/2/18
07:56
A long time ago there lived an old woman who had the best chicken soup in the market. People would come from all over the land to try this incredible soup. One person that enjoyed it more than the rest was a small boy who came up with a plan to get even more soup to eat. Will his plan work? Or will trying to get more to eat hurt everyone else who wants to enjoy the delicious soup.
Dinner of the Lion
2021/2/11
06:43
In the Seven Hills we find a strong and hungry lion who would eat one animal a day for his dinner. One of the animals, a very smart hare, did not want to become the lion's dinner! The hare plans to play a trick on the strong and hungry lion so he doesn't get eaten. Will the plan work? Listen to hear if the hare will escape becoming dinner. Produced by ABF Creative Inc.
The Happy Man
2021/2/4
07:20
Once there was a King who had everything you would want in the world. However, he still wasn’t happy. Food, music, treasure he had it all, but it just wasn’t enough. So the King created a plan to find the happiest man in the land and take all of his joy. Will the plan work? Will the King be happy? Or will he just stay sad? Produced by ABF Creative Inc.
3 Fish in a Pond
2020/10/1
04:45
Three fish called Plan Ahead, Think Fast and Wait and See are swimming happily in a pond when they overhear two fishermen discussing plans to catch fish tomorrow. Plan Ahead takes immediate action and swims away from this danger zone. The other two fish decide not to take immediate action and get caught in the fishmen’s net the next day. Wait and See learn a lesson about how important it is to plan ahead or think fast on your feet. Story told by Oni Lasana @ https://onilasana.com/
The Rabbit and The Turtle
2020/9/24
06:12
Slow and steady Turtle is tired of hearing Jack Rabbit brag about how he is the fastest animal in the animal kingdom and challenges Jack the Rabbit to a race. When the race begins, Jack the Rabbit zips on ahead leaving Slow and Steady Turtle in the dust. He gains such a lead on Slow and Steady Turtle that he stops to take a nap leading to an unexpected result of the race! Let’s just say that Jack the Rabbit learned an important lesson about boasting. Story told by Oni Lasana @ https://onilasana.com/
Why Do Spiders Live on The Ceiling?
2020/9/17
08:36
King Lion wants to find out who is the smartest and most clever animal in the animal kingdom. Anansi the spider boasts loudly of his own wisdom but is challenged by a mockingbird because, unlike birds, he cannot fly. Anansi takes up the challenge, builds himself wings and takes off into the sky as the animals watch him go. However, Anansi quickly learns a lesson on boasting when he tries to fly with an eagle and gets too close to the Sun. Story told by Oni Lasana @ https://onilasana.com/
Mr. Ananse and the Pot of Wisdom
2020/7/23
06:17
Mr. Ananse, a mean and greedy man, collects all of the wisdom in the world and does not want to share it. Instead, he decides to keep it in a pot around his neck. One day Mr. Ananse decides to hide the pot on top of the tallest tree in the forest. However, he struggles to climb up the tree with the heavy pot. His son watches him struggle, and then suggests that he put the pot on his back. Mr. Ananse listens to his son and quickly realizes that he is not the only one with wisdom. Download our exciting activity plans for each episode @ http://abfc.co Produced by ABF Creative Inc.
The Lion and the Drum
2020/7/13
08:53
The Lion discovers a magical world as he chases the fruit from the palm tree into a deep hole. There he finds Zebra eating all of his fruit. Zebra apologizes and agrees to give the Lion a drum, in exchange for the food. The drum provides Lion with so much food that he is able to share it with his friends. However, one day the drum breaks. Lion returns to Zebra, and lies to him in order to receive a larger drum. Little does he know that you can’t fool Zebra. Rather than receive more food from the drum, the Lion is chased by a swarm of bumble bees. Download our exciting activity plans for each episode @ http://abfc.co Produced by ABF Creative Inc.
Bobo and the Turtle
2020/7/2
09:02
Bobo, the spider prepares a meal and just as he is about to eat, he is interrupted by an unexpected guest. Bobo invites the turtle to join him, but then sends him off to wash his hands - not once, but twice. By the time the turtle returned, all the food was gone. When the tables get turned, Bobo also misses out on the turtle’s lovely meal. Activity plans for this and all episodes available @ ABFC.co Produced by ABF Creative.
Choosing the Right Friends
2020/6/23
08:47
The shark and monkey become good friends. Monkey begins to share his fruit from the tree with the shark. When the shark wants to return the favor, Monkey agrees to visit his family in the ocean. The monkey quickly realizes he is in trouble, but cleverly escapes. Download our exciting activity plans for each episode @ http://abfc.co Produced by ABF Creative Inc.
Respect Your Community
2020/6/23
07:00
This folktale is about how the chipmunk received his stripes. Despite living in the jungle with his community, he opted to live in the trees to avoid paying taxes like everyone else. His community feels sorry for him and so collects money for him. However, in the end, Mr. Chipmunk runs off with the money and is banned by his community. Download our exciting activity plans for each episode @ http://abfc.co Produced by ABF Creative Inc.
The Value of a Person
2020/6/23
09:04
Several body parts present their argument as to why they should be the leader of the body. When one of the body parts leave, they realize how important each body part is and how essential everyone is to the overall performance of the human body. Download our exciting activity plans for each episode @ http://abfc.co Produced by ABF Creative Inc.
Welcome to African Folktales!
2020/5/29
02:07
Children of color have few characters to whom they can relate within podcasts. As a result, many culturally rich stories and perspectives go unexplored. African Folktales, brings those unique perspectives to the forefront while grappling with challenges that most children face.
Younde Goes To Town
2024/1/16
10:41
Today our magic jeep takes us to Accra! We follow a young man who learns about a mysterious person. Yonde goes on a long adventure and learns some valuable lessons along the way. Is having all the money in the world really that important. Can money buy happiness?
A Good Fortune in Camels
2024/1/23
08:52
Today our magic jeep takes us to where a man named Ali wishes to set out and earn a fortune for him and his wife. After some work, Ali has enough money to buy two camels. But he soon ends up giving away his camels for some valuable advice from the fortune teller. Will this advice end up paying off for Ali? Miss JoJo is here to let you know!
Why the Warthog Gets Around on His Knees
2024/1/30
07:03
Today our magic jeep takes us to where a Warthog has built a nice big house. But the Warthog sees the Lion from one of our old stories and he becomes very scared. The Warthog runs into his home and decides to try out an old trick he heard from the Jackal, not knowing that the Lion has a very good memory. In this story, I will teach you why the Warthog likes to be on the ground!
Why the Moon and the Stars Receive their Light from the Sun
2024/2/6
09:48
Today our magic jeep visits Father Anansi and his son Keku, who have a very scary encounter with a dragon! When it snatches them away and locks them up in its castle, the clever Keku must find a way to save everyone. What will his plan be?
Don't Shake Hands With Everybody
2024/2/13
06:15
Today we are bubbling our way to Frogs farm! We see how a kind act went too far. Find out how one frog got so excited to say thank you to everyone that it backfired. Is it better to sometimes work smarter than harder?
The Daughter of the Sword
2024/2/20
15:33
Today our magic jeep travels to a distant kingdom, where we’ll meet a spoiled princess named Hadiza. After she demands more and more gold from her father, trouble arises when the king’s warriors steal gold from a terrible monster. It’s up to Hadiza to make things right again…but will she succeed? Listen to find out what happens next!
The Hawks and the Crows
2024/2/27
12:14
Today our magic jeep travels back to a time when crows and hawks played together. We’ll meet Koongoo′roo, the captain of the crows, and Mway′way, leader of the hawks. When the two sides are caught up in a game of steal-the-bottlecap, the crows realize there are far too many hawks to defeat. Clever Koongoo′roo must then come up with a way for his team to win. What does he have planned? Join Miss Jo Jo to find out!
Why The Lizard Continually Moves His Head Up and Down
2024/3/5
12:20
Today our magic jeep visits our friend Hyena, who is determined to win the Queen’s special prize – a magical flute that plays on its own! The only problem is that in order to do so, he must find out what the secret phrase is. How will Hyena figure it out? Come along on our adventure to see what he thinks of!
How Tomatoes First Grew
2024/3/12
08:03
Today our magic jeep brings us to a land where everyone seems to have bad luck. No matter how hard they try to get rid of it, nothing works! It will take the smart thinking of a group of ants to break the cycle. How will they manage to do it?
The Goat and Her Young Ones
2024/3/21
08:52
Today our magic jeep takes us to visit a Mother Goat and her kids, who live in a beautiful house right by the mountains. When Mother Goat needs to gather grass, she leaves the young ones at home and warns them not to open the door for anyone who doesn’t know her special song. But when sneaky Hyena figures it out, what happens next? Tune in to find out!
Motiratika
2024/3/26
14:24
Today our magic jeep visits a couple and their dog from a faraway land! Make sure to listen closely for the bell. The bell will ring when I say the “Magic Word of the Story.” Listen all the way to the end to discover if you guessed it correctly, and have fun!