Led Bradshaw joins Blanka Falk to explore the intersection of art, emotional expression, and family connection. Led is an award-winning comic book illustrator, autism advocate, and graphic artist. He is the creator of Jetpulse Studios, an online comic book store in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn, NY. Since 2018, Jetpulse Studios has published the Emmy award-winning comic book series "The Adventures of Jake Jetpulse."

The episode begins with Led recounting Jake's initial drawing sessions, revealing significant emotional breakthroughs. They discuss how comic book art serves as a therapeutic tool. Led advises parents on integrating art into family life to foster stronger bonds and highlights how art aids in understanding and expressing emotions, ultimately boosting children's emotional intelligence.

Jake Jetpulse Website: www.jakejetpulse.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jetpulse_comics

Facebook: 

https://www.facebook.com/JakeJetpulseStudios#

Youtube: 

https://www.youtube.com/@jetpulsestudios8922

(0:00) Introduction to the podcast and guest Led Bradshaw

(1:18) Jake's initial drawing sessions and emotional breakthroughs

(4:18) Comic book art as therapy and teaching with superhero stories

(10:41) Incorporating special interests into learning and emotional expression

(22:19) Parental advice on using art for family connection

(27:29) Art's role in understanding and expressing emotions

(30:26) Impact of art on children's emotional intelligence

(33:59) Encouraging creativity at home through simple activities

(42:07) Parenting insights from raising an autistic child

(47:11) Connecting with Led Bradshaw and Jake's projects