African Folktales with Miss Jo Jo

Latest Episodes:

The Baboon Chief Oct 11, 2022

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New episodes come out every Tuesday for free, with 1-week early access for ABF Fam subscribers.

Today our magic jeep visits Chief Zewdu and his sister Fana, who live deep in the savanna with a group of baboons. Despite being the leader, Zewdu notices the other monkeys bossing each other around! Join us on our adventure to find out how Zewdu and Fana bring order to this rowdy bunch!

The Magic Wand in the Pot of Butter Oct 04, 2022

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Today our magic jeep introduces us to a man named Chidi, who owns a magic wand that can transport him anywhere! When a neighbor ends up borrowing it without asking, it’s up to Chidi and his friend Baako to get it back. What plan will they come up with? Tag along with Miss Jo Jo to find out!

The Pumpkin Kids Sep 27, 2022

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Today our magic jeep visits Tanzania, where we come face-to-face with a lonely woman who wishes for someone to help with her chores. One day, she’s visited by a mysterious man who gives her magical pumpkin seeds. How will they grant the woman’s wish? Tune in to find out!

Why The Lizard Continually Moves His Head Up and Down Sep 20, 2022

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Today our magic jeep visits our friend Hyena, who is determined to win the Queen’s special prize – a magical flute that plays on its own! The only problem is that in order to do so, he must find out what the secret phrase is. How will Hyena figure it out? Come along on our adventure to see what he thinks of!

Anansi and the Magic Stone Sep 13, 2022

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Today our magic jeep brings us to the village where Anansi and his cousin Kofi live! Anansi suspects Kofi is keeping a secret from him, yet Kofi refuses to tell. What secret is Kofi hiding, and how will Anansi get the answer? Listen to find out!

Tortoise and the Igbako Sep 06, 2022

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Today our magic jeep brings us to a land where fairies use magic to make wonderful things! When Tortoise is given a magical stone, he uses it for the wrong reasons. A kind water fairy is determined to teach him a lesson with the help of Bird. How will they go about teaching Tortoise? Listen to find out!

The Case of the Uncooked Eggs Aug 30, 2022

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Today our magic jeep takes us to a small town in Haiti, where a woman’s kindness is rewarded with three beautiful eggs. They help her buy many wonderful things like animals, plants, and land! But soon, a greedy man will demand that she give half of her belongings to him. What will happen to the woman?

Why the Moon and the Stars Receive their Light from the Sun Aug 23, 2022

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Today our magic jeep visits Father Anansi and his son Keku, who have a very scary encounter with a dragon! When it snatches them away and locks them up in its castle, the clever Keku must find a way to save everyone. What will his plan be?

How We Got The Name “Spider Tales” Aug 16, 2022

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Today our magic jeep takes us on a trip to visit our old friend, Anansi the Spider! This time, Anansi wants all stories to be about him. The only problem is that King Kupo has three tasks that Anansi must complete first in order to fulfill his wish. Will Anansi be able to succeed?

How Tomatoes First Grew Aug 09, 2022

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Today our magic jeep brings us to a land where everyone seems to have bad luck. No matter how hard they try to get rid of it, nothing works! It will take the smart thinking of a group of ants to break the cycle. How will they manage to do it?