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Eric Walker (49) and his brother, Tracey Northern (48), talk about growing up in Alton, IL, their family, the upcoming election, COVID-19, and the murders of George Floyd and Breonna Taylor.

Stephen "Steve" Potter (65) talks with new acquaintance Lloyd Johnson (82), a longtime farmer in Alton, Illinois, about growing up in a family of farmers, carrying on the legacy of his great-grandfather, living in the country, the history of his...

Doug Martin (42) shares with his conversation partner Hazel Diaz (36) his memories from childhood in New Jersey, his career in the Navy as a Torpedoman, and his ten years of sobriety.

Mother-in-law and daughter-in-law Tonia Reaves (51) and Robin Young (23) talk about their experiences in school. They reflect on the impact of racism on their educational upbringings, their experiences adapting to multi-racial school environments, and their hopes for future generations.

New friends Gabby Jones (23) and Marcus Muhich (61) get to know each other through talking about food, family, and travel.

Antione E. Williams (46) is interviewed by his daughter, Amiah Williams (20), about growing up in Alton, Illinois, his love for people, some of his favorite stories from elementary school, and he also shares some stories from his children and...

Ariyah Smith [no age given] and her friend, Aaron Atkins (32), talk about family, friends, race, growing up in Alton, IL, and how the COVID-19 Pandemic has affected their lives.

Friends Janise Wriddle (62) and Sylester "Miles" Miles (62) describe their experiences as young students during the period of desegregation in schools. Both recall the racism and colorism they've experienced in their lives.

Husband and wife Aaron Williams (75) and Rosa Williams (80) speak about their life together and reflect on their most treasured moments and relationships.

Aaron Atkins (32) and his friend Ariyah Cyrhen Smith (29) talk about race and racism in the small midwestern town where they grew up, as well as their friendship, their passions in life, and how they want to be remembered....

MJ "Joy" Gude (55) talks with her stepfather Hoyland Ricks (74) about their memories of growing up.

Friends Joyce Eatman [no age given] and Ricky Towers (67) share the story behind the Grants 4 Grands program, which benefits grandparents raising children in the Las Vegas, NV area.

Jason Harrison (37) speaks with his father Gregory Harrison (64) about the times Gregory spent on his great grandparent's farm during his childhood summers and how they shaped who he is today, what his parents did for a living in...

Deborah Davidson (68) sits down with her friend Patricia Thomas Ivery (63) to ask about Patricia's childhood, the wisdom that she has gained throughout her life, and the dreams that she still hopes to achieve.

Aiesha Hunter (35) and Tajama Phillips (43) discuss their work with Indomitable Families affected by Incarceration and their personal experiences with the criminal justice system.

New friends Nandi Pointer (52) and Saleema Robinson (29) talk about their upbringings, their spiritual journeys, and their conceptions of God.

Nancy Becoat (75) is interviewed by her daughter Leah Becoat (51) about her childhood growing up in Alton, Illinois, her experience as a biracial woman, some of her fond memories of the Mississippi River, her community involvement, and her reflections...

Spouses, Darryl Ward (65) and Pamela Ward (60), ask each other to reflect on some childhood memories and discuss their shared experience of Darryl having Parkinson's disease.

Friends Dallis Anderson (66) and William "Bill" Toulios (43) discuss equity in the school system. Dallis was Bill's basketball coach at the school where Bill is now the superintendent.

One Small Step partners Brian Sterkeson (56) and Howard Payne (50) discuss their views on capitalism and American politics.

Rosetta Brown (60) has a conversation with longtime friend Lee Barham (57) about growing up in Alton, Illinois, their community involvement, the present of Alton, and the challenges of the 2021 local election.

Nana Becoat (43) has a conversation with her son Courteney Wilson, Jr. [no age given] about their lives in Alton, Illinois, their experiences on identity, racism, education, and the future of their city.

Cousins Yvette Chestang (56) and Letitia Mabien (49) discuss their family's involvement in Mardi Gras celebrations in Mobile and their perspectives on keeping traditions and the deep sense of community in their family alive.

Shana [No Name Given] (43) interviews her friend Angela Effinger [no age given] about her experiences as a nurse's assistant.

Carlo B (46) talks to his daughter Isabella B (21) about his life, family, and his work as an operating room nurse.