Maxine 100 Years: Growing up in Bloomington, Indiana

Iris Maxine Pontius grew up during the Great Depression on a small farm outside Bloomington, Indiana. She and her eight siblings learned that working together made family life enjoyable even during hard times. They grew up in a two-bedroom farmhouse...

Dad’s Past

My dad had a pretty interesting life and he is my biggest role model. I wanted to know more about my biggest influence.

“I look back now and can see the positive that came from going to church each day.” – Josh Williams on his life, religion, and politics

Josh talks about growing up in Richmond, his family, belonging to a Pentecostal church, living with cerebral palsy, his interest/involvement in politics, and what we would like to see happen in Richmond to support his fellow citizens.

Part 3- Retired attorney Andy Cecere talks about his life and journey to Richmond, IN.

From a young age, Andy was motivated to create change. In this three part interview, Alison hears about his childhood, his time in the service, his path to Earlham and his life in Richmond. We also learn about those who...

Ryan Lee

We talked about what his life was like as a child and how her grew up. One of the big ones was the first question about how kids are different now that what they use to be.

Who I Am Today

In this interview I discuss my cousin Travis view on life through his stories, experiences, and him telling me the different things that he has learned in his lifetime. Through the good and the not so good, I learned something...

This Is My Sister

This interview was done in Columbia City, IN. With myself, Chloe Temple (17) talking with my sister, Emily Temple (19), about her week in a whole different country.

“We got it down to a science- everyone had a job”- Lee Stienbarger reflects on his years as coach of the Indiana Thump Jumpers

Lee Stienbarger (a.k.a. "Mr. S.") and Alison talk about the history of Richmond's competitive jump rope team- the Indiana Thump Jumpers, and how he functioned as a coach and trailblazer in a sport that was unknown to much of the...

My Granfather’s Story

For this interview, conducted in November 2017 in Warsaw, Indiana, Colin Temple (17) interviews his grandfather Richard May (77) about his general life. Mr. May is sharing the stories of his life based on general life questions to talk with...

“Richmond is a perfect place to get started in life”- Caleb talks about discovering Richmond and “growing” the Richmond Farmer’s Market

Caleb Smith tells us about why he settled in Richmond after his college career at Earlham, his vision for the growing Farmer's Market, and what he appreciates about small town living.

An Outstanding Manager

For this interview, conducted in February 2018 in Columbia City, Indiana, Colin Temple (17) interviews Jason Gipe (37) about his job as a manager at the local YMCA. Colin is asking questions surrounding what Mr. Gipe does for a living,...

Vietnam War Interview Project

Terry Smith was born right before the Vietnam war. He lived through it as a student and he went on to teach it year after year in his high school American history teacher. In this interview you will be provided...

Lucky to be a blue.

A conversation with my wonderful "Nanny B" (grandmother) about her relationship with my granddad, Jerry Blue. Silly memories and meaningful life lessons from very wise woman that took place on a lovely Friday afternoon. We discuss the impact of growing...

Alex Roberti

Alex Roberti: 2024-03-25 21:56:49, Rita Wilsdorf(71) Grandma (Oma). Discussed history during Cold War, Moon landing experience. Presedent Kennedy's assassination, Entertainment choices during the time, what was dating like, what was school like, Where you a Hawk or a dove?. Berlin...

And I Call Her Birth-Giver

For this interview, conducted in November 2017 in Columbia City, Indiana, Chloe Temple (17) interviews her mother, Holly Temple (40) about her life.

The Life And Lessons Of Shelly Enyeart

Shelly talks about the differences in the world today and about her childhood, along with the struggles of divorce and raising 3 children on her own.

The Difference a Principal Can Make

For this interview, conducted in December 2017 in Columbia City, Indiana, Colin Temple (17) interviews Wesley Mullet (38) about his job. Colin is asking questions surrounding Mr. Mullet and his career as a school principal. Mr. Mullet will give his...

Interview Suzanne Grunhard

I talked to my mom about some of the choices she made to move to South Carolina and Bloomington, and I asked about how I was as a child.