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Episode 28: Understanding and Embracing Cultural Differences as Fathers
In this episode of the Fathering Strong podcast, host Eli Williams speaks with Miguelito Jerome, a Haitian business owner and father, about his experiences growing up in Haiti, his journey to America, and his current role in the community. Miguelito shares insights into the importance of fatherhood in Haitian culture, the challenges he faced in Haiti, and his commitment to helping the Haitian community in the U.S. through education and radio broadcasting. The conversation highlights the significance of understanding cultural differences in parenting and the role of fathers in shaping their children's lives.
Takeaways
- Eli Williams introduces the Fathering Strong podcast and its mission.
- Miguelito Jerome shares his positive experiences with his father in Haiti.
- Cultural differences in fatherhood are discussed, emphasizing the importance of father figures.
- Miguelito reflects on the challenges faced by fathers in different cultures.
- The conversation shifts to Miguelito's journey to America and the reasons behind it.
- Miguelito discusses the threats he faced in Haiti due to his public work.
- The importance of community engagement and understanding is highlighted.
- Miguelito's involvement in radio broadcasting is explored as a means to connect with the community.
- The podcast emphasizes the need for fathers to be involved in their children's lives.
- The episode concludes with a reminder of the precious gift of fatherhood.
Chapters
00:00 - Introduction to Fathering Strong Podcast
02:15 - Miguelito Jerome's Fatherhood Journey
09:22 - Cultural Perspectives on Fatherhood
14:58 - Miguelito's Transition to America
19:19 - Challenges Faced in Haiti
27:46 - Involvement in Community Radio
35:48 - Conclusion and Future Endeavors
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By Fathering StrongIn this episode of the Fathering Strong podcast, host Eli Williams speaks with Miguelito Jerome, a Haitian business owner and father, about his experiences growing up in Haiti, his journey to America, and his current role in the community. Miguelito shares insights into the importance of fatherhood in Haitian culture, the challenges he faced in Haiti, and his commitment to helping the Haitian community in the U.S. through education and radio broadcasting. The conversation highlights the significance of understanding cultural differences in parenting and the role of fathers in shaping their children's lives.
Takeaways
- Eli Williams introduces the Fathering Strong podcast and its mission.
- Miguelito Jerome shares his positive experiences with his father in Haiti.
- Cultural differences in fatherhood are discussed, emphasizing the importance of father figures.
- Miguelito reflects on the challenges faced by fathers in different cultures.
- The conversation shifts to Miguelito's journey to America and the reasons behind it.
- Miguelito discusses the threats he faced in Haiti due to his public work.
- The importance of community engagement and understanding is highlighted.
- Miguelito's involvement in radio broadcasting is explored as a means to connect with the community.
- The podcast emphasizes the need for fathers to be involved in their children's lives.
- The episode concludes with a reminder of the precious gift of fatherhood.
Chapters
00:00 - Introduction to Fathering Strong Podcast
02:15 - Miguelito Jerome's Fatherhood Journey
09:22 - Cultural Perspectives on Fatherhood
14:58 - Miguelito's Transition to America
19:19 - Challenges Faced in Haiti
27:46 - Involvement in Community Radio
35:48 - Conclusion and Future Endeavors