Bodega Botanica Tales: Short Story Podcast

Maria Rodriguez Bross

Bodega Botanica Tales: Short Story Podcast is a storytelling podcast and a collection of short stories taking place in the same fictional neighborhood. Each episode is an original tale inspired by the gossip I heard in bodegas, those times I visited the botánica and the cultural myths and folklore that shaped me. Although many of the tales are rooted in Latinx folklore and Latin American culture, you don't need to share or know that heritage to enjoy this podcast. If you enjoyed listening to your family or neighbors discussing traditions, legends or superstitions that made you uneasy, curious, or totally confused, this short fiction podcast is for you. Think flash fiction, short stories, spooky and strange tales or even family heritage stories. This is a Latinx storytelling podcast you don't want to miss. All you have to do is subscribe! For more about me, visit https://bodegabotanicatales.com/ or join my monthly newsletter at https://bodega-botanica-tales.kit.com/posts or you can follow me on Instagram at @mariar.bross If you enjoy my storytelling, a rating or review is appreciated.

Episodes

  1. Jul 24

    Oscar's Lottery Ticket, Tale #6

    Oscar needs money so he bought a lottery ticket. Will he win?  Note from Author:  This short fiction was inspired by my first and last time playing La Lotto.  I'm so grateful that you listened to my original short story.  Support my storytelling by clicking to subscribe and to follow this podcast. Like my Latinx folklore stories? Be sure to leave a rating/ review. Want to read Maria's personal tales? Click to join her monthly Newsletter.  Want to read Maria's books? Start by reading Parts 1 & 2 of her mature YA, magical realism series by visiting her Website for details.  Follow Podcast on Instagram @bodegabotanicatalespodcast

    Oscar's Lottery Ticket, Tale #6

  2. Jun 27

    The Wedding Doll (La Muñeca de Boda), Tale #5

    A wedding doll (bride doll) causes a rift between mother and daughter. Will they get possessed or break free of this cultural tradition? Note from Author: This short fiction was inspired by capias (wedding pins) and wedding traditions in Puerto Rican and Latin American cultures. I'm so grateful that you listened to my original short story.  Support my storytelling by clicking to subscribe and to follow this podcast. Like my Latinx folklore stories? Be sure to leave a rating/ review. Want to read Maria's personal tales? Click to join her monthly Newsletter.  Want to read Maria's books? Start by reading Parts 1 & 2 of her mature YA, magical realism series by visiting her Website for details.  Follow Podcast on Instagram @bodegabotanicatalespodcast

    The Wedding Doll (La Muñeca de Boda), Tale #5

  3. May 29

    Cuco (Cucuy) Lives in the Hallway, Tale #4

    Cuco, also known as a Cucuy, is a monster that snatches kids. Will Victor and Miguel find out how that happens? Note from Author:  Short fiction was inspired by me growing up and being afraid of El Cuco, an urban legend told to me by my family. I'm so grateful that you listened to my original short story.  Support my storytelling by clicking to subscribe and to follow this podcast. Like my Latinx folklore stories? Be sure to leave a rating/ review. Want to read Maria's personal tales? Click to join her monthly Newsletter.  Want to read Maria's books? Start by reading Parts 1 & 2 of her mature YA, magical realism series by visiting her Website for details.  Follow Podcast on Instagram @bodegabotanicatalespodcast

    Cuco (Cucuy) Lives in the Hallway, Tale #4

  4. Apr 28

    David's Boombox, Tale #3

    Letty destroyed a boombox at the bodega corner, after her life changed. Will she ever let David play the music again? Note from the Author: This short fiction was inspired by the cultural music I heard from my window growing up in a city. It also was inspired by my childhood fascination with telekinesis before I learned of magical realism. I'm so grateful that you listened to my original short story.  Support my storytelling by clicking to subscribe and to follow this podcast. Like my Latinx folklore stories? Be sure to leave a rating/ review. Want to read Maria's personal tales? Click to join her monthly Newsletter.  Want to read Maria's books? Start by reading Parts 1 & 2 of her mature YA, magical realism series by visiting her Website for details.  Follow Podcast on Instagram @bodegabotanicatalespodcast

    David's Boombox, Tale #3

  5. Apr 15

    Morayma's Tarot Reading, Tale #2

    Morayma wanted to rid herself of her extra thumb, but her best friend Sara said it was good fortune, seemingly confirmed by a tarot reading. Note from Author: This short fiction was inspired by many fulanas re-telling their experiences with tarot readings or las cartas (cards). I'm so grateful that you listened to my original short story.  Support my storytelling by clicking to subscribe and to follow this podcast. Like my Latinx folklore stories? Be sure to leave a rating/ review. Want to read Maria's personal tales? Click to join her monthly Newsletter.  Want to read Maria's books? Start by reading Parts 1 & 2 of her mature YA, magical realism series by visiting her Website for details.  Follow Podcast on Instagram @bodegabotanicatalespodcast

    Morayma's Tarot Reading, Tale #2

  6. Mar 31

    The Santero, Tale #1

    Santero promised Nitza love, just as long as she follows his instructions. But when the rituals fail to work, will she go mad? Note from Author: This short fiction was inspired by that time I visited a botánica and met a real santero sitting in his asiento. I'm so grateful that you listened to my original short story.  Support my storytelling by clicking to subscribe and to follow this podcast. Like my Latinx folklore stories? Be sure to leave a rating/ review. Want to read Maria's personal tales? Click to join her monthly Newsletter.  Want to read Maria's books? Start by reading Parts 1 & 2 of her mature YA, magical realism series by visiting her Website for details.  Follow Podcast on Instagram @bodegabotanicatalespodcast

    The Santero, Tale #1

  7. Season 1, Episode 1 Trailer

    Trailer to Bodega Botanica Tales

    This is the official trailer to the Bodega Botanica Tales podcast.  I'm your host, Maria Rodriguez Bross and I hope you enjoy listening to my tale. I'm so grateful that you listened to my original short story.  Support my storytelling by clicking to subscribe and to follow this podcast. Like my Latinx folklore stories? Be sure to leave a rating/ review. Want to read Maria's personal tales? Click to join her monthly Newsletter.  Want to read Maria's books? Start by reading Parts 1 & 2 of her mature YA, magical realism series by visiting her Website for details.  Follow Podcast on Instagram @bodegabotanicatalespodcast

    Trailer to Bodega Botanica Tales

Trailer

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Bodega Botanica Tales: Short Story Podcast is a storytelling podcast and a collection of short stories taking place in the same fictional neighborhood. Each episode is an original tale inspired by the gossip I heard in bodegas, those times I visited the botánica and the cultural myths and folklore that shaped me. Although many of the tales are rooted in Latinx folklore and Latin American culture, you don't need to share or know that heritage to enjoy this podcast. If you enjoyed listening to your family or neighbors discussing traditions, legends or superstitions that made you uneasy, curious, or totally confused, this short fiction podcast is for you. Think flash fiction, short stories, spooky and strange tales or even family heritage stories. This is a Latinx storytelling podcast you don't want to miss. All you have to do is subscribe! For more about me, visit https://bodegabotanicatales.com/ or join my monthly newsletter at https://bodega-botanica-tales.kit.com/posts or you can follow me on Instagram at @mariar.bross If you enjoy my storytelling, a rating or review is appreciated.

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