GOT TIME

Storytelling is one of humanity’s oldest and most powerful tools, and at the heart of this tradition stands the Griot. In this episode, we explore the enduring legacy of the griot as historian, truth-teller, and cultural guardian, whose voice has preserved the memory, values, and identity of generations.Rooted in countries like Mali and Senegal, the griot tradition embodies the art of weaving history, ancestry, music, and moral wisdom into living narrative. Through reflection and conversation, this episode illuminates sacred responsibility carried by storytellers and considers how the storytellers influence lives today. Creatives, Akosua Akoben and Brandon Isaac come to the table to examine why storytelling remains essential to preserving truth, shaping identity, and reimagining our collective future. Through insight and lived experience, they unpack why storytelling is not just an art form, but a vital tool for cultural preservation and transformation.