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Renowned storyteller Diane Forlott is featured in the video, known for her engaging storytelling style. The video showcases audience participation with volunteers engaging in rhythmic activities. Various stories are told, emphasizing themes of uniqueness, challenge, and the power of storytelling. The narrative includes encounters with magical items like a magic carpet and apple, leading to healing and success. Ultimately, the importance of authenticity, self-acceptance, and the impact of heartfelt stories are highlighted through different tales, including a donkey pretending to be a lion and the journey of a boy named Joey overcoming bullying to achieve success in life. The overarching message focuses on embracing one's true self and the power of storytelling in delivering meaningful lessons.
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In this segment of the video, Diane Forlott is introduced as a renowned storyteller with numerous accolades including awards from the National Association of Black Storytelling and an NEA fellowship. She has performed in twelve foreign countries, with a particularly strong following in Austria where she is known as the queen of storytelling. Diane was even nominated for a Grammy Award for her CD “Wackety Whack Brer Rabbit is Back.” The video features a live performance by Diane, engaging the audience in a call-and-response style storytelling routine.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker is encouraging volunteers to participate in beating a coin to an African rhythm. A girl named Anastasia volunteers, followed by a boy named Joseph. The speaker provides guidance and encouragement as they attempt to beat the coin to the rhythm. Joseph struggles a bit but makes an effort. The atmosphere is light-hearted and inclusive, with the speaker appreciating their attempts.
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In this part of the video, the speaker talks about going back to a time without TV, video games, or cell phones when people communicated by talking to each other. He tells a story about a king’s three sons named Genoa, Monica, and Chewbacca who all loved the same princess. The king challenged them to find the strangest thing in the world to win the princess. The story sets the stage for a quest for uniqueness and challenge.
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In this segment of the video, a man encounters two strangers selling unusual items – a magic carpet and a large telescope. The first man buys the magic carpet after the seller claims it can take him anywhere he desires. He pays $5,000 and plans to use it to win the heart of a woman. The second man purchases the telescope, which shows him his brother in trouble. Both men believe they have found unique treasures that will bring them success.
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In this segment of the video, a man encounters an old woman selling a magic apple that can heal the sick when placed on their cheek. Initially skeptical, he witnesses the magic apple’s power when the old woman heals a crippled man. Convinced, he buys the apple for 5,000 and plans to show it to his brothers. The segment ends with the man revealing the apple to his brothers and discovering that the princess is ill through a telescope one of his brothers found.
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In this part of the video, the three brothers discover a magic apple that instantly heals the dying princess when one of the brothers places it on his cheek. The king is faced with a decision on which brother should marry the princess. After some thinking and discussion, the king decides that the brother who found the telescope should marry the princess. Ultimately, all the brothers agree with the king’s decision.
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In this part of the video, the story revolves around a princess who chooses to marry the youngest brother, Shibata, because she has loved him since kindergarten. The king, however, is surprised because the princess never revealed her feelings for the youngest brother. The narration transitions into a quick Aesop fable about a donkey finding a lion’s skin, illustrating the importance of storytelling in conveying lessons. The segment underscores the significance of heartfelt stories in delivering impactful messages.
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In this part of the video, a donkey wears a lion skin to scare people, thinking he is a lion. As the donkey tries to scare a rabbit, the rabbit realizes the donkey’s true identity, leading to a humorous misunderstanding. This story illustrates the lesson of not pretending to be something you are not.
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In this part of the video, a story is shared about Joey, a boy who faced bullying in high school. Despite being called derogatory names, Joey attempted to change himself to fit in with his peers. Over time, he adopted behaviors from black kids in his neighborhood to appear ‘cool.’ Despite this, he got kicked out of multiple schools. However, Joey persevered, graduated with honors, went on to college, obtained a master’s degree in Social Work, and now works as a discharge social worker helping hospital patients with various services.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker shares a story about a donkey in a lion skin, emphasizing the importance of being true to oneself. The message is to be comfortable in your own skin and not try to be something you’re not. The speaker advises against using hurtful words, suggesting to count to ten before speaking. The donkey in the story serves as a cautionary tale, highlighting the benefits of being authentic and true to yourself.