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 8: Creole Folktales - Guadeloupe
Guadeloupe is located north of Dominica and southeast of Puerto Rico.
The culture on the island is French African and Indian and the language spoken is French & Creole.
Guadeloupe is know for its beaches, scenery and of course island rum. The national disk is call Porc Columbo, its seasoned pork stewed - Caribbean & co.
Fun facts about the island:
1. Guadeloupe looks like a butterfly
2. It's home to an active volcano
3. two seasons Jan-Jun "Lent" and July - Dec "Winter"
4. Guadeloupe is considered a part of France on if 5 overseas territories
5. Original was Karukera as named by the indigenous people
Story retold in this episode:
Compere Lapin & The Whale
Join us next week as our stories come from Martinque
Gather your family and friends learn something new, reminisce about he ol' days and most of all walk good.
Be safe and well