April 14, 2025

The woman who fell from the sky

A Huron-Wyandot Creation Tale

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 creation myth of the Huron and Iroquois people. In this episode, we explore the origins of the Earth, where darkness and water reigned until the Sky Woman with the help of Turtle embarked on a journey to create land, light, and life. Discover how a fall from the sky leads to the formation of the world and the creation of the first humans. This tale weaves together themes of creation, resilience, and the shared narratives that connect cultures across the globe.

Book: In the Beginning : Creation Stories from Around the World

By: Virginia Hamiliton

bonus story-

Book: The woman who fell from the sky : the Iroquois story of creation

By: John Beirhorst

Following the story, Chef shares a delectable recipe for Sagamité Soup, a savory dish inspired by the themes of the episode. Perfect for savoring while reflecting on the blessings we all seek in our lives.

Afro Tales Recipe of the week: Sagamité Soup

https://chuckfirstpeopleskitchen.com/en/season/2/recipes/6/sagamite-soup/

Chapters:

(00:00) Welcome aboard

(00:32) The woman who fell from the sky Huron

(08:35) The woman who fell from the sky Iroquis

(16:40) My thoughts

(22:05) Sagamité Soup

(21:47) Until next time

Creation Stories:

The Hummingbird & Ibis Stories

https://www.afrotalescast.com/the-hummingbird-and-ibis-stories/