He Left Puerto Rico At 18: My Grandpa's Journey

This conversation explores the life journey of Bartolo Ortiz, detailing his early years in Puerto Rico, the challenges he faced while immigrating to the United States, and the resilience he demonstrated in building a new life. Bartolo shares insights into his family dynamics, cultural identity, and the importance of education and hard work. The discussion also touches on his experiences with marriage, fatherhood, and the struggles of adapting to a new environment while maintaining his roots. In this conversation, Tony reflects on his life experiences, sharing stories about his family, his childhood in Puerto Rico, and the challenges of adapting to life in America. He discusses the importance of family memories, cultural traditions, and the lessons learned from his parents and grandparents. The conversation also touches on the changing dynamics of the American dream, the role of unions, and the advice he would give to new immigrants navigating their journey in a foreign land.Links To Equipment I use for the Show Mic: SHURE MIC NAME – https://amzn.to/3ZOXyReMixer: RODECASTER PRO II – https://amzn.to/4qR2uRuHeadphones: https://amzn.to/4tgLQfNBourbon glasses: https://amzn.to/45MT8xO.SOCIAL MEDIA LinksEtsy store: https://www.etsy.com/shop/TheGarageMi...The Garage Mind Podcast: https://media.rss.com/the-gargage-mind/feed.xmlThe Garage Mind TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thegaragemind?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc