Taos, NM 2023

Anita Rodriguez (82) shares the stories of her life with her conversation partner Naomi Love (27), reflecting on age, art, and her activism. Anita also speaks about the dynamics of race, racism, and culture, particularly through the lens of growing...

Bette Myerson (76) interviews her longtime friend Bruce Grossman (75) about his relationship with Judaism and creating Jewish community spaces in Taos, New Mexico.

Juniper Leherissey (50) interviews her colleague Stephen Brogden (74) about his time, experiences, and contributions during his tenure as the former director of the Harwood Library and Museum.

Spouses Patricia Ann Martinez Rutherford (69) and Wayne Rutherford (70) share a conversation about the history and legacy of Tio Vivo Carousel. They also talk about their support, involvement, and dedication to maintaining the Tio Vivo Carousel.

Oliver Bell (41) interviews his father, Larry Bell (83), about his life, his artwork, and his approach to seeing the world. The two talk about centering improvisation, spontaneity, intuition, and trust in making art.

Tara Lupo (61) interviews her friend and colleague Lina Ridge (63) about her experiences as a hospice nurse. They discuss hospice versus palliative care, indigent care, and do-not-resuscitate orders. They also share memories of working in the hospice field.

Life partners Gus Foster (82) and Alexandra Benjamin (70) share a conversation about The Harwood Museum in Taos, New Mexico. They talk about the museum's history in the community, its evolution, and the generosity that has made it the museum...

Friends and former coworkers Eve Tovino (47) and Mike Flaherty (55) share a conversation about their work with the Shared Table Food Pantry, their upbringings, and the difficulties people face in the United States.

Friends and housemates in an intentional community Anja Marais (48) and Alexander Aris (49) share a conversation about their outlooks on life, their friendship, and the synchronicities that connect them as people.

Robert “Bobby” Trujillo (66) and daughters Stacey Trujillo (38) and Contessa Trujillo (40) share family memories and reflect on the traditions they want to pass on to the next generation.

Friends and colleagues Darien Fernandez (41) and Billy Mason (59) talk about their experiences with and connection to Rocky Mountain Youth Corps. They also talk about the importance of land conservation, giving back to the community, and uplifting youth.

Julia "MacLovia" Martinez (82) speaks with her friend and granddaughter Paloma Villalobos (34) about her journey and perspective on life.

Friends Maye Torres (62) and Ana Beluche (77) discuss Taos, New Mexico, art, and the many forms healing can take.

Deborah Binder (38) interviews friend and colleague Michael Reynolds (77) about his work designing and building Earthships as well as his outlook on life and humanity. The two reflect on the importance of sustainable housing and its ability to improve...

Friends Martinez "Marty" Hewlett (80) and James "Jim" Gilroy (76) discuss their relationship with science and theology.

Nicole Thibodeau (42) speaks with her friend Claire Coté (41) about family, art, and her career path.

Waltraud Kuerschner (80) speaks with her daughter Ariana Kramer (51) about the places she has lived and her life experiences.

Claire Cote (41) interviews her friend Flavio Cisneros (81) about his life, his involvement in the community in Questa, New Mexico, and his relationship with cooking.

Friends and colleagues Barbara Sheppard (64) and Judy “Jude” Uerling (71) share a conversation about their work with the St. James Food Pantry, their passion for service, and their journeys becoming part of the community in Taos.

Marielle Nizhoni Emanuelle Gomez (18) and her mother Anne-Marie Emmanuelli (61) share a conversation about their multicultural family, life experiences, and identity.

Alan Siegel (83) speaks with his colleague Cheri Lyon (65) about his work as a coordinator for La Jicarita Food Basket, a food pantry in Peñasco, New Mexico.

Contessa Trujillo (40) and her sister, cousin, and friend Joleen Montoya Dye (45) share a conversation about redefining their life paths as they navigate adulthood and reflect on how they can nurture both themselves and their lives.

Sisters Kathleen Knoth (65) and Kerry Lynn Callegari (67) discuss their careers, the University of New Mexico Taos Library, and their experiences as first-generation college students.

Friends Daniel “RYNO” Herrera (49) and Todd Wynward (56) come together to talk about their backgrounds, friendship, bringing value to their community, and the Watershed Way.

Juanita Lavadie (74) interviews her friend Leonila Serna (82) about her childhood and her career as a teacher and superintendent.