Susan Ellerman and Robert Tegart

Recorded June 8, 2022 26:52 minutes
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Id: mby021811

Description

Susan “Sue” Ellerman [no age given] interviews her acquaintance and StoryCorps conversation partner, Robert Tegart (68), about his past experiences as a houseless veteran, traveling, empathy, and his time at the Poverello Center.

Subject Log / Time Code

Susan “Sue” Ellerman (SE) explains the Poverello Center and why it exists.
Robert Tegart (RT) recalls his enlistment in the service at 21 and traveling after leaving the service.
RT talks about staying in shelters, encountering kind people, and shares a story about a police officer.
RT recalls coming to Missoula, Montana, his military experience, and lessons he has learned while traveling on the road.
RT expresses what he wants people to know about homeless vets.
RT talks about taking responsibility, his mom, and what he is grateful for.

Participants

  • Susan Ellerman
  • Robert Tegart

Recording Locations

Missoula Public Library

Partnership Type

Outreach