Nana and Papa’s Life

I (Cora, 15) interviewed my mother’s parents, Nana (Bonnie, 70) and Papa (John, 70). They talked about their time growing up as well as raising my mother.

Troy Carey and his grandmother Mary Carey (Tu Trinh) talk about her life.

In this interview, conducted on November 23, 2023 in Napa, California, Troy Carey (14) interviews his grandmother Mary Carey (82) about her life. Mary grew up in Vietnam during World War II and was called Tu Trinh. She moved to...

Thanksgiving with Grandma Flora

This is an interview with my grandmother, on my mom's side of the family. Flora Cruz is a mother of seven children, now all grown with their own families. Every year the whole family tries to get together on special...

Chuck and Lynn Mielke Reflect on Their 48 Years Together

Husband and wife Lynn (67) and Chuck (69) tell the story of how they met and fell in love. They also delve into the trials they’ve faced over their 48 years together and how they’ve risen above. They reflect on...

Libby Woodham and her mother Shawn Woodham talk about her life and the importance of loving what you do

This interview was conducted in November of 2023 where Libby Woodham (17) interviews her mother Shawn Woodham about her childhood, education, and career and how vital it is to enjoy what you do in life. Mrs. Woodham shares her favorite...

Caroline and Brian Mackey Interview

This interview was between Caroline Mackey, my sister, and Brian Mackey, my dad. It was recorded by me, Henry Mackey, the mediator for this interview.

Interview with Jane Toennies- How do you like America

Jane is a foreign exchange student from Germany and she’s going to Morro Bay High School in California. She’s a current junior and she’s loving America so far. She’s having a whole different experience then she has had back home...

Mayla Patterson interviews Sarath Silva (her Seeya)

Mayla Patterson (9) interviewed her Seeya (grandfather), Sarath Parakrama Silva (85) on Thanksgiving Day in 2023. They talked about the kindness of his parents and a childhood in Galle, Sri Lanka. They spoke of moving inland during World War II...

StoryCorps Project

Today I interviewed my dad, asking him questions about school, work, his spouse, and life in general. I believe after this we are closer and I definitely know more about him from these questions. I apologize for the ending! I...