HERE WE ARE IN SEASON 4 OF SHLTMM AS I’M WORKING MY WAY TOWARD 200 INTERVIEWS WHERE MY GUESTS OPEN UP ABOUT THEIR RELATIONSHIP OR LACK THERE OF WITH THEIR MOTHER/ OR SIGNIFICANT MATERNAL FIGURE. I’M FILLED WITH AWE EACH WEEK WHEN HEARING THESE PERSONAL STORIES AND THE IMPACT THEY’VE HAD ON MY GUEST’S LIVES.

THERE ARE WONDERFUL JUBILANT STORIES, MOM’S ON THE PEDESTAL AS WELL AS STORIES OF PAIN AND SUFFERING. YET I’M CONTINUOUSLY TAKEN BACK BY THE SURVIVORS OF THIS WORLD. SOME THRONE TO THE WOLVES AT A YOUNG AGE AND STILL HEAR TO TELL US ABOUT IT WITH A SHRUG AND A SMILE.

OFTEN, AS A CHILD, ONE DOES NOT TRULY GRASP ALL THAT MOTHERHOOD ENCOMPASSES. FOR SOME, REALIZATION MAY COME TOO LATE. OTHERS PERHAPS MORE FORTUNATE, HAVE HAD THE OPPORTUNITY TO GET TO KNOW THEIR MOTHER AS “AN AUTHENTIC INDIVIDUAL WITH UNIQUE EMOTIONS, PASSIONS AND INTERESTS IN ADDITION TO CARING FOR THE FAMILY.

KATE MOSES IS AN AUTHOR AND A MOTHER. SHE’S WRITTEN MANY AWARD-WINNING BOOKS AND ESSAYS, MANY ON THIS TOPIC ENCOMPASSING THE STRUGGLES OF MOTHERHOOD OR MUSE.

AGAIN, WE DON’T ALWAYS IMMEDIATELY RECOGNIZE THE GIFTS OF OUR MOTHER. YET AT TIMES, CHILDREN CAN GET CAUGHT IN A PUSH PULL RELATIONSHIP WHEN SOMETIMES THEY WANT TO RUN YET FEEL THE NEED TO PROTECT, SHOW COMPASSION WHEN LEAST LIKELY INCLINED TO AND ACKNOWLEDGE THAT MOTHER’S INITIAL INTENSIONS DIDN’T ALWAYS WORK OUT THE WAY THEY WERE SUPPOSED TO.

Kate has been writing about mothers and motherhood, among other topics, for decades.  Her mother passed away December 25, 2022.  Kate felt that this opportunity to reflect on her mother's legacy was timely.  She loved her mother and is in awe of all of her complexities. There's one incident that Kate shares in our conversation, had the outcome changed, who knows who Kathleen would have become.

I can't thank Kate Moses enough for her candid reflection of her relationship with her mother. They were the best of friends and then had to learn to let each other grow in their own way.

You will thoroughly enjoy reading Kate's work.  Titles are listed below.

Website:www.birdsandmuses.com

http://www.katemoses.com/site/about/

Twitter: @birdsandmuses.com

Instagram: @birdsandmuses

Instagram: @kate_moses_writes

BOOKS:

Wintering: A Novel of Sylvia Plath -POET, KILLED HERSELF IN 1963

“MOTHERS WHO THINK” ANTHOLOGIES OF ESSAYS ON MOTHERHOOD EDITED BY CAMILLE PERI AND KATE 

“BECAUSE I SAID SO” ANTHOLOGIES OF ESSAYSON MOTHERHOOD

“CAKEWALK” MEMOIR 2010     

"How Mom and I Outran the Tornado"

"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".

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