Walk Good: African and Caribbean Folktales

In this special episode of Walk Good, storyteller Kesha Christie brings you a vibrant Jamaican folktale from Westmoreland — the story of Fire and Anansi. As we honor Jamaican Independence, this tale reminds us of the power of friendship, the importance of listening to wisdom, and the strength found in our cultural roots.Join us as we explore how this fiery story reflects the spirit of resilience and caution passed down through generations in the Caribbean. Listen, learn, and carry the fire of our ancestors with pride.#JamaicanFolktales #CaribbeanStories #AnansiTales #JamaicanIndependence #Folklore #Storytelling #WalkGoodPodcast #CaribbeanCulture #AfricanDiaspora #CulturalHeritage

What do feathers, callaloo, and freedom have in common? In this vibrant episode of Walk Good, Kesha Christie explores the deep roots and joyful rhythms of Caribbean Carnival—and why it matters so much to families in the diaspora today.Through the story “Callaloo & Costumes,” you’ll discover how Carnival began as an act of resistance, how it became a living legacy of emancipation, and how preparing our children for Junior Carnival is about more than glitter and music—it’s about pride, culture, and connection.Whether you're hitting the road this weekend or remembering your roots from afar, this story will inspire you to dance in your truth and honour those who came before us.🎭 For the culture. For the children. For the story.#WalkGoodPodcast #CaribbeanCarnival #JuniorCarnival #DiasporaPride #CarnivalToronto #StorytellingPodcast #CulturalLegacy #BlackJoy #CaribbeanHeritage #EmancipationThroughArt #FamilyTraditions #TorontoCarnival #CarnivalHistory #StorytimeWithKesha

What happens when you talk too much and listen too little?In this episode of Walk Good, we journey to the vibrant hills of St. Vincent and The Grenadines to explore the power of words through the Caribbean saying, “Mind yuh mouth.” You’ll hear a rich retelling of the folktale How Dog Lost His Voice—a story about a talkative dog, a royal visit, and the consequences of spilling secrets.Blending oral tradition with lived wisdom, this story reminds us that what we say—and when we say it—matters more than we think.🎧 Whether you’ve been told to hush, or you’ve said too much yourself, this one will hit home.Listen now, and walk good.📍Follow @talkintales for more stories, culture, and ancestral vibes.#CaribbeanFolklore #StVincentStories #WalkGoodPodcast #MindYuhMouth #OralTradition #AfroCaribbeanStorytelling

🌕 Under the midnight moon of Antigua’s Carnival, the Masquerade Band winds through the streets, beating drums and shaking spirits. But when the music slows and the road cools, the old stories rise...In this episode, Kesha brings you into the heart of Antigua’s Moonlight Carnival—a celebration of freedom, culture, and rhythm—and shares a folktale as mischievous as a J’ouvert morning: Anansi and the Pork Stew.What happens when a greedy spider wants stew and he don’t care how he gets it? Let’s just say... Anansi stays tricksy—but we stay wise.✨ Tap in for a blend of culture, comedy, and Caribbean storytelling that will leave your belly full.🎧 New episodes every other Tuesday📲 Follow @talkintales on Instagram💬 Share, review, and walk good with us.

Set in Trinidad—the epicentre of Carnival—this story follows young Nikoli as he discovers the hidden history behind the bamboo instruments that once saved a people’s sound. When colonial rule banned African drumming, the people turned to the land. What they created wasn’t just music—it was defiance, survival, and celebration in one.Through Nikoli’s eyes and his grandfather’s wisdom, you’ll hear the rich history of the Tamboo Bamboo tradition: how it rose from oppression, evolved into steelpan, and now lives on in modern Carnival culture.This is more than a history—it’s a heartbeat.🎤 Original story written and told by Kesha Christie🎧 Listen now and never lose the beat.#TambooBamboo #WalkGoodPodcast #KeshaChristie #CaribbeanFolklore #IslandRhythms #TrinidadCarnival #CulturalRevival #NikoliStory #ResistanceThroughRhythm #FromResistanceToCelebration #BlackHistory #BambooBeats #CarnivalHeritage