In our minisodes, we tell stories that listeners email in ([email protected]) and various African folktales and legends! Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When we say the word ‘Fairy’ who or what do you think of? Tinkerbell, The Fairy Godmother, The Tooth Fairy? Well, we will be unlocking a whole new world of the amazing, wonderful and sometimes terrifying African Fairies. Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's the first ever minisode! We read some amazing first-hand stories inspired by the topic of the week! To submit a story, email us at [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Did the episode title catch your eye? Well then...press play and take a deep dive with us into the underwater world of Africa’s most popular mermaid…Mami Wata. Enjoy! Have you ever encountered a mermaid or even Mami Wata before? Are you a Mamisi? If the answer is yes, we would love to hear your stories! Email [email protected] - a selection of them will be told on our minisode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Uncovering the untold world of African Mythology and folklore through delightful, thought-provoking, and sometimes funny discussions. We all know about Greek and Roman Mythology but as diaspora, we’ve made it our mission to let the world know about these amazing deities, complex characters, and incredible pantheons. Regular episodes every other Monday with minisodes in between!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join us on our tenth episode as we explore the Egyptian Pantheon and talk about the Goddess behind one of our paintings...Nephthys - The Mistress of the House. We also tell some brand new folktales which surround the theme of food glorious food! Stick around at the end to listen to an African proverb that will keep you motivated for days. Cover art by @adeche.atelier Music by @RichardFemi_ of @MutualSoundz Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We all need a bit of sun! This episode we explore a new pantheon from the Guanche mythology and introduce the Goddess Chaxiraxi. Take a trip with us to Tenerife as we tell you a legend of kidnap, Magec, and a terrifying volcano. Think Moana meets Hades! Confused? You won't be for long... When was the last time you went to the dentist? Don't answer that...this episode's African folktale will have you looking at your dentist differently, Imagine going to get your teeth fixed and coming out an...

New year, new myths! This episode we are bringing you two Orishas for the price of one...it's the IBEJI. The 'Cramp Twins' of Yorubaland; good fortune or financial disasters will follow depending on how you treat them. We'll also be taking you 'way down underground' (Hades Town reference) with a brand new... African folktale! And prepare to be entertained as Adwoa struggles, and I mean strugglessss to tell the African proverb of the week. Cover art by @adeche.atelier Music by @RichardFemi_ of...

Join us in this episode as we talk about all things Anansi. One of the most well-known African mythical characters. We are joined by our first guest of the show mythology enthusiast...David Adebiyi. Tune in for stories of Anansi, as well as an epic tale from Egypt - a mash up of The Prince of Egypt, Cinderella and the trails of Hercules. You won't want to miss out on this episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's spooky season, so this week we're mixing it up a little and bringing you some of our favourite scary, Halloween-themed African mythology stories and characters. So grab a pumpkin, dim the lights and be prepared to be scared as we tell tales of man-eating trees, Haitian Grim Reapers, a terrifying vampire and sleep paralysis demons! Cover art by @adeche.atelier Music by @RichardFemi_ of @MutualSoundz Spooky sounds powered by Envato. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...

It's your faves, back at it again with another episode of Art Mythos. This week we're talking about the Orisha equivalent of Van Gogh! The Yoruba Goddess of movement, restoration and rivers, the beautiful soul that inspired our painting 'Love Conquers All'...Oba! So lend us your ear and find out how she got this title. We will also take turns to narrate our favourite African folktales; something to do with an old man and his wife made of wood (ouch!) and another one of a fat woman made of oil...

We are back! After our brief hiatus we are back with another interesting episode. So... join us this week as we talk about the OG city boy otherwise known as Shango! The divinity of thunder and lighting and of course the inspiration behind our painting 'The Flame That Consumes Us.' We will also tell a wild folktale about a magic drum and fufu tree (fascinating right?) Stick around to hear our African proverb of the week. Cover art by @adeche.atelier Music by @RichardFemi_ of @MutualSoundz ...

Join us this week as we talk about Yemọja, the patron deity of the ocean, the essence of motherhood, and the protector of children, the inspiration behind our painting 'Take Me To The River. We also tell our favourite folktales which feature a few animals acting mad! Stick around to hear our African proverb of the week. Cover art by @adeche.atelier Music by @RichardFemi_ of @MutualSoundz Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join us this week as we talk about Babalú Ayé, the Yoruba Orisha of disease and healing that inspired our painting 'Time Heals All'. We also tell our favourite death folktales which disclaimer feature a lot of cannibalism and bad jokes! Stick around to hear our African proverb of the week. Cover art by @adeche.atelier Music by @RichardFemi_ of @MutualSoundz Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join us this week as we delve into our favourite African creation stories, from snitching siblings, eclipsed lovers, and a drunk creator! We discuss the imagery these stories invoke and their potential to inspire new paintings. Stick around to hear our African proverb of the week. Cover art by @adeche.atelier Music by @RichardFemi_ of @MutualSoundz Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.