Rise of the American Griots

Podcast Episodes

Synopsis:

When young Black teen, Nani, discovers she holds a gift that connects her to a long line of storytellers descended from her enslaved ancestors, she must quickly adjust to her new position in order to find a cure to an unknown illness rapidly spreading through the Black community. But with time not in her favor, can she rally enough support among new friends to save her family? And her people?

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Tape 01

Nani uncovers a long-kept family secret.

Tape 02

Nani decides whether or not to fulfill the role destined for her.

Tape 03

Nani plays catch up with her African American folklore knowledge.

Tape 04

Nani learns more about who, and what, she is.

Tape 05

Amidst doubt cast upon her by her family, Nani meets a familiar friend.

Tape 06

Nani comes face to face with her fate. Can she handle it?

Thank you so much to everyone that has contributed to this production. This would not be possible without your support.

Cast:

McKenzie Franklin as Nani

Joshua Curry as Charlie

Jada M. Darden as Tayla

Jordan Loman as Nazim

Michael Cortez as Eric

Yani Barrow as Dia

James Bond as Elijah

Samantha Haughawout as Syn

Annaya Barnes as Angry Spirit

Special Thanks:

Nyla Smith (Singer/Songwriter)

Dr. Deanna Koretsky

The Annotated African American Folktales by Henry Louis Gates and Maria Tatar

Spelman College English Department

Spelman College Tech Department

Royalty Free Sounds