We share African and Caribbean folktales for the enjoyment of those young and young at heart, both at "home" and living in the African/Caribbean diaspora. Stories are retold by our storyteller Kesha Christie, the founder of Talkin' Tales. Our culture has a rich oral tradition and we seek to preserve it by educating and entertaining audiences with stories passed down from generation to generation.
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episode 1: Panamanian/ Kuna Folktales
The stories retold today are from Panama
Kuna folklore - The Kuna Indians of Panama, probably best known for molas, their colorful appliqueacute; blouses, also have a rich literary tradition of oral stories. (google)
Fun facts about Panama:
Panama is the country that connects North America and South America
Panama City the capital of Panama is the only city with a rainforest within its limits.
Stories Retold in this episode:
Old Grandfather - Find out why human bodies are hairy
The cockroach and the Rat - let's find out what happens when a rat and a cockroach marry
Join us next week - our stories hale from Montserrat
Reminisce about the ol' days, learn somethin' new and most of all walk good!