Roots & Wonder
Roots and Wonder is a storytime space where little ones are invited to slow down, listen closely, and remember.
Each episode, I retell beloved African folktales carried across generations through voice, rhythm, and imagination, with warmth, personality, and heart…
Roots and Wonder brings ancient stories into modern homes, offering families tales of wisdom, mischief, courage, and wonder to return to again and again.
**The voices, accents, and character portrayals used in this podcast are intended solely for storytelling, humor, and creative expression.
They are not meant to represent, imitate, stereotype, or mock any specific culture, ethnicity, nationality, community, or individual.
Any similarities are unintentional, and all characters are fictionalized interpretations created in the spirit of entertainment.**
Roots & Wonder
Latest Episodes
Anansi And The New Names
Sometimes a new name changes everything.In a village where everyone receives a brand-new name, Anansi eagerly claims his own and hurries home. But when a powerful wind arrives and only those who remember the new names are spared...
Monkey And Anansi
Sometimes the fastest thinker is not the fastest learner.In a forest full of laughter and friendly competition, Anansi is certain he can outsmart Monkey with one of his famous tricks. But when Monkey starts asking the right ques...
Duck's Dream
Sometimes the trickster gets tricked.In a land where words carry more weight than anyone expects, Anansi discovers a clever way to stay one step ahead. But when a sharp-witted Duck comes waddling by with a very curious dream, An...