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 2: Montserratian Folktales
The stories retold in this episode come from Montserrat.
Montserrat is a pear-shaped island know as the emerald isle of the Caribbean because of its formerly large population of people who originated from Ireland (britannica.com).
Culture is African, Irish and British traditions.
Montserrat is know for is coral reefs & caves along the shoreline
Did you know that Montserrat means volcanic Island?
Stories retold in this episode:
1. Brer Rabbit's Trickery
2. Barking Head
Join us next week as our stories take us to Aruba.
Learn something new, reminisce about the ol' days and most of all walk good!