Onini the Serpent and Mmoboro the Hornet were part of the story of Anansi and Osebo in West African folklore. In order to receive all of the world's stories from his father, Nyame the sky god, Anansi the Spider had to bring him Onini, Osebo, Mmoboro and Mmoatia, the Dwarf. The last one is missing from this tale, most likely not to offend little people.
Starting with this episode, Sharon Hawkins' wardrobe gets a minor revamp with her pants and ties on her pigtails becoming pink.