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South African Folk-Lore Tales

South African Folk-Lore Tales

Step into the vibrant world of storytelling as we explore the rich cultural landscape implied by tales from South Africa. This podcast delves into the heart of African society, capturing the essence of community, tradition, and the moral lessons woven through generations of oral history. Expect narratives that highlight the intricate dance between humanity and nature, as well as the timeless wisdom embedded in folklore. Each week, a new full-length audiobook is featured, offering a fresh perspective from diverse storytellers and eras. This rotating collection provides a unique opportunity for listeners to gain insight, learn about different cultures, and experience the art of storytelling in its purest form. New books are added weekly to keep the stories flowing. Check out more shows at solgoodmedia.com.

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Glossary - South African Folk-Lore Tales 5 min 51 sec
Chapter 1 - The Place and the People - South African Folk-Lore Tales 13 min 56 sec
Chapter 2 - How Jakhals Fed Oom Leeuw - South African Folk-Lore Tales 20 min 54 sec
Chapter 3 - Who was King? - South African Folk-Lore Tales 17 min 3 sec
Chapter 4 - Why the Hyena is Lame - South African Folk-Lore Tales 4 min 43 sec
Chapter 5 - Who was the Thief? - South African Folk-Lore Tales 8 min 37 sec
Chapter 6 - The Sun - South African Folk-Lore Tales 10 min 15 sec
Chapter 7 - The Stars and the Stars’ Road - South African Folk-Lore Tales 9 min 17 sec
Chapter 8 - The Stars and the Stars’ Road - South African Folk-Lore Tales 9 min 49 sec
Chapter 9 - How the Jackal got his Stripe - South African Folk-Lore Tales 11 min 9 sec
Chapter 10 - The Animals’ Dam - South African Folk-Lore Tales 15 min 46 sec
Chapter 11 - Saved by his Tail - South African Folk-Lore Tales 7 min 45 sec
Chapter 12 - The Flying Lion - South African Folk-Lore Tales 11 min 39 sec
Chapter 13 - Why the Heron has a Crooked Neck - South African Folk-Lore Tales 11 min 18 sec
Chapter 14 - The Little Red Tortoise - South African Folk-Lore Tales 13 min 36 sec
Chapter 15 - The Ostrich Hunt - South African Folk-Lore Tales 13 min 8 sec

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