The epic of Sundiata, the founder of the Mali empire, has everything - magical old women, evil magician kings, nice magician kings, and helpful buffaloes. The first part is like Mean Girls...if Mean Girls was set in 12th century Africa. But really, it's a fantastic tale of love, loss, and perseverance and I hope you like it.   The creature today has a surprise for you! It's her mule legs! Also she's going to eat you!   !---! We were nominated for a Webby and we need your vote! If you have a moment, please go to http://wbby.co/pod-writ and cast your vote for Myths and Legends. Thanks so much! !---!   Sponsors:   Amazon Music Unlimited has millions of songs and you can start a 30-day trial free at http://amazonmusic.com   Squarespace! Build amazing, beautiful websites so, so easily with squarespace. You can get started, and when you're ready for a domain you can go to http://www.squarespace.com (promo code MYTHS) for $10 off your first purchase of a website or domain. --- Music: "Alum Drum Solo" by Blue Dot Sessions "Gaena" by Blue Dot Sessions "Gale" by Blue Dot Sessions "Daedalus" by Kai Engel "Low Jack" by Podington Bear "Ringtail" by Blue Dot Sessions "Lonely Stairwell" by Blue Dot Sessions