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Gizzo and the Birds
Gizzo knew how to obtain what he wanted but he did not know when enough was enough
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Gizzo and the Half-Man
There is more waiting for Gizzo on Half-Man’s farm than he expects
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Clever Not Wise: The Story of Alom The Hare
Alom is clever enough to outwit others. He is not wise enough to know when to stop.
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Obedience is Better Than Sacrifice
Finally, someone the spider fears.
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Kenyan cooking is shaped by the coastline, the trade routes, and the many communities the country brings together. Lavigne joins this episode for a tour. Maybe have a snack nearby.
Popular Superstitions and Myths in Africa
Some African superstitions just stick, even after the people repeating them stop quite believing. This episode runs through the ones that have lasted, from the unlucky animals to the taboos people still keep to.
Anansi: The Trickster god
Anansi is the West African spider-trickster who, depending on the story, is either the keeper of all knowledge or its most slippery thief. Cynthia joins this episode to tell some of his stories and unpack what he stands for.
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