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I (Kira Leavitt) talked to Marcia Via my grandma about our family and her childhood. I also asked her about advice for the future.

A talk with my Grandpa Junior about him and his life.

Kenneth Joel Bundy (son,41) interviews Kenneth Wayne Bundy (father,74) about his childhood, Christmas, time in the military, and about life in general.

[Recorded Monday, July 17, 2023] Samyuktha (25) and Preetima (25) have a One Small Conversation in Charlottesville. Samyuktha is Programs Manager at the Karsh Institute of Democracy and has experience in politics, campaigning, and grassroots organizing. Preetima has 5+ years’...

Aunt Shirlie Cox, 89, is interviewed by niece (by desire) Jessica Gribble, 46. We cover Shirlie's life, mostly early on, but all the way to retirement from her teaching career.

This is an interview I️ had with my mom that is a timeline of her life from her childhood, life as a mom, wife, and her experiences as a Christian African- American woman.

Telling family stories and history

Cameron Flukey (16) talks with his grandad Dennis Snyder (80). They talk about Dennis's childhood and bring up memories from a long time ago. Dennis talks about his young childhood and what traditions they had as a family. Then Dennis...

Grandmother Betty Hansel discusses her life growing up on a farm in rural Virginia before tragically losing her parents and beginning life on her own. She discusses the evolution of her faith in God and the role that Christianity has...

Origin story of family goodbye and reminiscing on family get-togethers.

[Recorded: Monday, January 16, 2023] Riley (21) and Tom (57) have a virtual One Small Step conversation in Charlottesville, Virginia. Riley is an undergraduate student at the University of Virginia studying psychology and American Studies. Tom is a recovering neurologist...

On Mother's Day 2020, Theresa Lewis (48) interviewed her mother, Jackie Adkins (85), to discuss a range of topics that allowed Theresa to learn more about her mother. Specifically, they talked about Jackie's joys and sorrows throughout her life and...

We talked about who my father is and the things and people in his life that are significant to him.

[Recorded: Tuesday, September 19th, 2023] Lydia Smith (19) from South Hill, Virginia, and Jordan Perez (19) from Harrisonburg, Virginia participated in this One Small Step conversation as part of their Public Service Pathways 1-credit UNST course at UVA. Lydia shares...

This interview was the perfect opportunity to have a one-on-one conversation with my dad. As I asked questions about my dad’s past and his memories of me, I felt like I got closer with him.

My friend Anne Hermann has long had a passion for and involvement with the field of mental health services, particularly for older adults.

Geena D. Interviewed Emma M. about struggling with her beliefs and ideas and what caused those problems to arouse.

[Recorded Monday, July 17, 2023] Bereket (33) and Aiche (28) have a One Small Step Conversation in Charlottesville. Bereket has 10+ years experience in peacebuilding, journalism, and public relations and is Program Advisor with Dexis Consulting Group. Aiche has 3+...

Anojewel Broadnax, my aunt, discusses her childhood, regrets, experiences and how they shaped her into the person she is today. My aunt also provides a little background of her identity.

[Recorded Friday, April 28th, 2023] Deborah (64) and Terry (43) have a One Small Step Conversation in Charlottesville, Virginia. Deborah is a mother of two from Richmond, Virginia and works as an Inspector for UVA's Facilities Management. Terry is a...

Even though my mother had a hard childhood, however, she has yet to allow that to have a negative impact on her life. She has learned and grown from her past experiences and it had ultimately shaped her as a...

In the conducted interview, we discussed my grandmother’s childhood, relationships, opportunities, and valuable lessons learned in her life.

In this interview, conducted in November 2017 in Chantilly, VA, Cindy Nguyen interviews Ms. Black about her childhood and life. Ms. Black shares her stories on how New York and changes, like a sudden adventure in the military, has made...

Getting to know Annie and her life experiences.

Kevin Rogers talked about his early life and family members. He discusses many memories and accomplishments that he has achieved through out life while learning life lessons along the way.