EPISODE · Jun 25, 2024 · 33 MIN
She Fled Cuba For Her Children's Future with Guest Illustrator, Artist and Author Edel Rodriguez
from Should Have Listened to My Mother Podcast · host Edel Rodriguez, Worm graphic novel, SHLTMM PODCAST, Jackie Tantillo, Should Have Listened To My Mother Podcast, Should have listened to my mother
I've attached many of the links below that will take you to Edel's artwork and designs. He's highly regarded and is recognized nationally and internationally for his works. His childhood and childhood memories lends itself to his creations today. He has gone back to Cuba a number of times to see his remaining family members and truly understands all that his parents gave up for he and his older sister in order for them to have a more fulfilling life.Edel is passionate not only about his art but about his family and to hear him share these stories of his mother and the other women in his life including his aunt, Caridad, who arranged for the fishing boat upon which they fled Cuba, his aunt Nancy, grandmother a number of female art teachers, including Mary Nichols, just to name a few, is very touching. They were all very supportive of his interest in art and drawing from a very young age.June 2024, Edel's most recent children's book "The Mango Tree" was published.This is truly a remarkable story. Hope you enjoy it.EDEL ROGRIGUEZIG: edelrodriguezstudioTwitter:@edelstudioFacebook:Facebook.com/studioedel, https://www.facebook.com/studioedelwww.edelrodriguez.comwww.edelr.com GRAPHIC NOVEL “WORM CUBAN AMERICAN NOVEL”PARENTS ESCAPE FROM CUBA MARIEL BOAT LAUNCHWEBSITE: https://edelr.com/ "Should Have Listened To My Mother" is an ongoing conversation about mothers/female role models and the roles they play in our lives. Jackie's guests are open and honest and answer the question, are you who you are today because of, or in spite of, your mother and so much more. You'll be amazed at what the responses are.Gina Kunadian wrote this 5 Star review on Apple Podcast:SHLTMM TESTIMONIAL GINA KUNADIAN JUNE 18, 2024“A Heartfelt and Insightful Exploration of Maternal Love”Jackie Tantillo’s “Should Have Listened To My Mother” Podcast is a treasure and it’s clear why it’s a 2023 People’s Choice Podcast Award Nominee. This show delves into the profound impact mother and maternal role models have on our lives through personal stories and reflections.Each episode offers a chance to learn how different individuals have been shaped by their mothers’ actions and words. Jackie skillfully guides these conversations, revealing why guests with similar backgrounds have forged different paths.This podcast is a collection of timeless stories that highlight the powerful role of maternal figures in our society. Whether your mother influenced you positively or you thrived despite challenges, this show resonates deeply.I highly recommend “Should Have Listened To My Mother” Podcast for its insightful, heartfelt and enriching content.Gina Kunadian"Should Have Listened To My Mother" would not be possible without the generosity, sincerity and insight from my guests. In 2018/2019, in getting ready to launch my podcast, so many were willing to give their time and share their personal stories of their relationship with their mother, for better or worse and what they learned from that maternal relationship. Some of my guests include Nationally and Internationally recognized authors, Journalists, Columbia University Professors, Health Practitioners, Scientists, Artists, Attorneys, Baritone Singer, Pulitzer Prize Winning Journalist, Activists, Freighter Sea Captain, Film Production Manager, Professor of Writing Montclair State University, Attorney and family advocate @CUNY Law; NYC First Responder/NYC Firefighter, Child and Adult Special Needs Activist, Property Manager, Chefs, Self Help Advocates, therapists and so many more talented and insightful women and men.Jackie has worked in the broadcasting industry for over four decades. She has interviewed many fascinating people including musicians, celebrities, authors, activists, entrepreneurs, politicians and more.A big thank you goes to Ricky Soto, NYC based Graphic Designer, who created the logo for "Should Have Listened To My Mother".MORE INFORMATION ABOUT SHLTMM PODCAST:Link to website and show notes: https://shltmm.simplecast.com/ and https://www.jackietantillo.com/Or more demos of what's to come at https://soundcloud.com/jackie-tantillo Listen wherever you find podcasts: https://www.facebook.com/ShouldHaveListenedToMyMotherhttps://www.facebook.com/jackietantilloInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/shouldhavelistenedtomymother/https://www.instagram.com/jackietantillo7/LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackie-tantillo/YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@ShouldHaveListenedToMyMother
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Imagine fleeing your homeland and leaving your friends, siblings, parents and grandparents behind not knowing if you'll ever see them again? This was a very difficult decision to make but the best outcome possible for her two young children. Coralia, my guest, Edel Rodriguez's mother and father found themselves struggling with this scenario in 1980. It was a time when Cuba was struggling economically and Castro was allowing a massive emigration to the US from the island during the Mariel Boatlift. Edel Rodrigues is an artist, illustrator, graphic designer and author of a 2023 graphic memoir, "Worm." It tells the story of a mother and father's love for their children with hopes of them having a better future. Edel and his family were originally from the small town of El Gabriel, not too far outside of Havana. Edel's work is influenced by his childhood in Cuba as well as his experiences growing up in Florida as an immigrant.
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