April 27, 2025

Hankerin for a long tail

Ahoy, my friends! Welcome aboard the Afro Tales podcast. Join your Griot, Amon Mazingo, as we embark on an enlightening journey through the rich narratives of Indigenous and African descent cultures in the Americas and the Caribbean. In this episode,we dive into the captivating folktale about the tricky Brer Rabbit. Brer Rabbit, bothered by persistent insects during the hot summer months, observes other animals, like Brother Bull Cow and Brother Horse, using their tails to swat away the pests. Inspired by their methods, Brer Rabbit contemplates acquiring a tail to alleviate his discomfort. The story humorously explores themes of desire, adaptation, and the consequences of wanting traits or possessions that others have

Book: African American Folktales

By: Roger D. Abrahams

After the story, Chef presents a mouthwatering recipe for Cheerwine BBQ Chicken—a savory dish inspired by the episode’s themes and perfect for savoring as we reflect on the blessings we all seek in life.

Afro Tales Recipe of the week: Cheerwine BBQ Chicken

https://www.ourstate.com/cheerwine-barbecued-chicken/

Brer Rabbit Stories:

Aint No Chicken

https://www.afrotalescast.com/aint-no-chicken/

Lil Girl & Bruh Rabbit

https://www.afrotalescast.com/lil-girl-and-bruh-rabbit/

Bruh Lizard, Bruh Rabbit and Other Animal Tales

https://www.afrotalescast.com/bruh-lizard-bruh-rabbit-and-other-animal-tales/

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