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The Story In Us
Guardian of the Word: The Griot in America
A Griot in New York preserves the legacy of West Africa’s oral history through story and song.
From Front Porches to Feeds
The Story in Us is a docuseries that celebrates storytelling traditions from across the United States and the world. Each of the 8 short films dive deep into a culture’s tradition of storytelling told faithfully by members of that community. With authenticity and care, each film explores lesser-known histories with unique perspectives and insights to bring these legacies to light.
From Front Porches to Feeds
Season 1 Episode 2 | 12m 10s | CC
From Louisiana’s Creole history to Appalachia’s folktales to Memphis’s Black art scene, three creators are keeping Southern oral traditions alive. Jeremy K. Simien, Bryan “YoBreezye” Roberson, and Michael “The Appalachian Son” Story combine creativity, pride, and community to preserve stories for the future. From Front Porches to Feeds brings to life the art of passing Southern stories forward.
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