Nat

Ahoy, my friends! Welcome aboard the Afro Tales podcast. Join your Griot, Amon Mazingo, as we navigate through the powerful and poignant tale of Nat Turner, a man whose desire for freedom ignited a rebellion that shook the foundations of slavery in America. In this episode, we explore Turner's early life, his prophetic visions, and the events leading up to the fateful insurrection of August 22, 1831. As we delve into the complexities of his character, we uncover the motivations behind his actions and the societal reactions that followed. The narrative reveals the struggles for liberation faced by enslaved people and the enduring legacy of Turner's fight for justice. Book: Rebels Against Slavery: American Slavery Revolts By: Patricia C. McKissack and Frederick L. McKissack Sr. (00:00) Welcome aboard (00:31) Nat (19:36) My Thoughts (27:08) Chef’s Galley (34:22) Fair Winds After the story, Chef shares a delectable recipe for Collard Greens with Cornmeal Dumplings, a dish that embodies the spirit of resilience and nourishment, perfect for reflecting on the themes of the episode. Afro Tales Recipe of the week: Collard Greens with Cornmeal Dumplings https://tonitiptonmartin.com/ https://smittenkitchen.com/2020/07/collard-greens-with-cornmeal-dumplings/ Historical figures: Montezuma Part 1 https://www.afrotalescast.com/montezuma-part-1/ Lady of Cofitachequi https://www.afrotalescast.com/lady-of-cofitachequi/ The Real McCoy https://www.afrotalescast.com/the-real-mccoy/ Mental Health Phone Number: 988 https://www.nami.org/Support-Education/Support-Groups/NAMI-Connection To Support Afro Tales Podcast: Website: https://www.afrotalescast.com YouTube: https://youtube.com/@afrotalescast Support this podcast at: https://redcircle.com/afro-tales-podcast/donations Podcast Artwork: Artbyshalaye: https://www.instagram.com/artbyshalaye/ Music: Artist: alanajordan Album: Song: Southern Sin (Instrumental Version) URL: https://pixabay.com/music/rock-southern-sin-instrumental-version-360833/ SFX: https://freesound.org/