Bay of Pigs to Baseball: Mario Cartaya's Cuban Journey

Mario Cartaya takes us through his powerful personal journey from Cuba to the United States, sharing firsthand memories of the fall of Batista, the rise of Fidel Castro, and the Bay of Pigs invasion. In this deeply personal conversation, Mario reflects on decades of separation from his homeland, his emotional return visits, and reconnecting with family roots left behind.We explore the current political landscape in Cuba, the fragile trust between the US and Cuban governments, and what real reform could look like in a post-Castro era. Mario shares unique insight into Cuba's potential path toward a mixed economy, the military's role in governance, and why baseball remains a powerful symbol of national pride and identity for Cubans everywhere.Part history lesson, part personal memoir — this episode is a moving look at exile, memory, resilience, and hope for Cuba's future.Guest: Mario CartayaMoore to Consider