Plat-Eye Interviews

Update: 2025-10-13

Description

Ahoy, my friends! Welcome aboard the Afro Tales podcast. Join your Griot, Aman Mazingo, as we navigate through enthralling narratives steeped in the histories of Indigenous and African descendant peoples across the Americas and the Caribbean. In this episode, we explore the chilling and mysterious tales of the Plat-Eyed Ghost, a spectral figure that haunts the marshes and swamps of South Carolina. Through a series of captivating stories, we learn about the encounters with this eerie entity, known for its transformative abilities and the ominous presence it brings. From the spine-tingling experiences of locals to the deep-rooted folklore surrounding this ghostly being, each narrative unveils the intricate connections between history, superstition, and the land. These stories remind us of the power of the past and the legends that shape our understanding of the world.

Book: Slave Ghost Stories: Tales of Hags, Haints, Ghosts and Diamondback Rattlers

By: Nancy Ryan

Book: Talk that Talk

By: Linda Goss

(00:00 ) Welcome aboard

(00:31 ) Plat-Eye Interviews

(13:10 ) My Thoughts

(18:10 ) Chef’s Galley - Ol' Fuskie Fried Crab Rice

(21:36 ) Fair Winds

After the tales, Chef shares a delightful recipe for Old Fuski Fried Crab Rice, inspired by the themes of the stories. This savory dish is perfect for reflecting on the rich folklore of the region while enjoying a taste of its culinary heritage.

Afro Tales Recipe of the week: Ol' Fuskie Fried Crab Rice

https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ol-fuskie-fried-crab-rice-recipe-1914386

Spooky Tales:

The Graveyard Jumbies

https://www.afrotalescast.com/the-graveyard-jumbies/

Loup Garou’s Bite

https://www.afrotalescast.com/loup-garous-bite/

Feu Follet

https://www.afrotalescast.com/feufollet/

Mental Health

Phone Number: 988

https://www.nami.org/Support-Education/Support-Groups/NAMI-Connection