Caribbean Folklore: Making a deal with Death told by Kesha Christie

We'd love to hear from you!One Caribbean: Exploring Dominican Folklore and StorytellingIn this final folklore episode of this season of The Moreish Podcast, Kesha and Hema celebrate the interconnectedness of Caribbean culture through stories. The episode features a bit of a dark folktale from the Dominican Republic about Joe, a lazy young man who makes a deal with Death to become rich. The story's undertones reflect the island's religious beliefs, and the discussion delves into how such tales highlight the shared yet diverse heritage of the Caribbean. They conclude by reflecting on the deep-rooted cultural ties that make the Caribbean a unique and shared historical experience.More Caribbean folktales:A Lizard's LessonPataki Stories from CubaAnansi's Antics in Antigua & BarbudaTrickster TalesMore episodes:2/3 of Hispaniola: Dominican RepublicLand of High Mountains: HaitiTo learn more about Kesha and her work:WebsiteInstagramTikTokWalk Good PodcastSupport the showWhat is moreish? | more·​ish ˈmōrish | informal, of food, causing a desire for more If you are enjoying the podcast, consider supporting the show to help us continue to make great content.Join us on TikTok, Instagram and YouTube to continue the conversation.Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!) https://uppbeat.io/t/andrey-rossi/jerk-sauce