Walk Good: African and Caribbean Folktales

About Walk Good: African and Caribbean Folktales

Walk Good with storyteller Kesha Christie brings African and Caribbean folktales to life with rhythm, heart, and a modern twist. Each biweekly episode features tricksters, heroes, ancestors, and timeless lessons passed down through generations. Whether you're reconnecting with your roots or hearing these stories for the first time, Walk Good is a space for culture, connection, and soul. Made for curious minds, culture lovers, and anyone who knows the power of a well-told story. ✨ Follow the podcast so you never miss a story. Walk good!

Publisher

Kesha Christie

Category

arts

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

15 Jun 2020

Latest episode

13 Aug 2025

Latest episodes

114 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   13 Aug 2025

   Fire and Anansi — A Jamaican Folktale of Friendship, Wisdom, and Independence

   In this special episode of Walk Good, storyteller Kesha Christie brings you a vibrant Jamaican folktale from Westmoreland — the story of Fire and Anansi. As we honor Jamaican Independence, this tale reminds us of the power of friendship, the importance of listening to wisdom, and the strength found in our cultural roots. Join us as we explore how this fiery story reflects the spirit of resilience and caution passed down through generations in the Caribbean. Listen, learn, and carry the fire of our ancestors with pride. #JamaicanFolktales #CaribbeanStories #AnansiTales #JamaicanIndependence #Folklore #Storytelling #WalkGoodPodcast #CaribbeanCulture #AfricanDiaspora #CulturalHeritage

2. 

   29 Jul 2025

   Callaloo & Costumes: The Spirit of Carnival

   What do feathers, callaloo, and freedom have in common? In this vibrant episode of Walk Good, Kesha Christie explores the deep roots and joyful rhythms of Caribbean Carnival—and why it matters so much to families in the diaspora today. Through the story “Callaloo & Costumes,” you’ll discover how Carnival began as an act of resistance, how it became a living legacy of emancipation, and how preparing our children for Junior Carnival is about more than glitter and music—it’s about pride, culture, and connection. Whether you're hitting the road this weekend or remembering your roots from afar, this story will inspire you to dance in your truth and honour those who came before us. 🎭 For the culture. For the children. For the story. #WalkGoodPodcast #CaribbeanCarnival #JuniorCarnival #DiasporaPride #CarnivalToronto #StorytellingPodcast #CulturalLegacy #BlackJoy #CaribbeanHeritage #EmancipationThroughArt #FamilyTraditions #TorontoCarnival #CarnivalHistory #StorytimeWithKesha

3. 

   5 Jun 2025

   Granny Said: “Mind Yuh Mouth” – Featuring How Dog Lost His Voice - A Vincentian Folktale

   This episode explores the Vincentian folktale of how Dog lost his voice, emphasizing the importance of mindful speech and the consequences of revealing secrets.

Reach and audience

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YouTube views

5,842

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

4.7 / 5

6 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 53 / 100

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Quality

63

Social presence

0

YouTube

74

Engagement

32

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