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John Neumann talks with his friend Don O'Brien about growing up in Eastern Washington, on the northern end of the Columbia River, and about his career as an educator. Recorded March 23, 2024

Jerry Munk tells Jackson about his early life on the farm and childhood in the 1960's as well how aware he was of counterculture movements and the civil rights movement growing up on the farm.

A Chinese Canadian mom in China

In this interview, conducted in June 2, 2018 in Chicago, Illinois, Emmanuel Adebanjo (18) interviews his father Isaac Adebanjo (59) about his journey and lessons learned from Nigeria to America. My dad shares his stories about his childhood, inspirations and...

JJ Yu (17) and Leo Yu (15) interview their grandfather Charles Yu (90) on the eve of his birthday. They divide the conversation into what they’ve identified as the four stages of Charles’ life.

This interview was conducted by Chris Kim on his neighbor Alex Barriera.

The 2018 Eagle Point high school yearbook editors are on a trip to Southern California with their teacher. They reflect on the changes in their lives over the time they have spent in the class

Kiwimbi International summer interns Claire (21) and Katherine (20) interview Judy (18), a former student at Kiwimbi’s tailoring program. Judy shares a bit about her family, dropping out of school, and finding Kiwimbi.

A great grandmother speaks about her life from growing up to having her first great grandchild

I interview my Tia Martha who has been in education for over 30 years. She is the oldest of my mother's siblings. Growing up in the 60s and 70s she was a part of the generation that experienced a lot...

My father Roberto (50) telling his 17 year old daughter his struggles of him coming to this country at the age of 16 and leaving the on going war in El Salvador, his pride in his family

Channon Mondoux [no age given] and Jodi Michaels [no age given] come together to talk about Canadiana Fest, a festival that Channon is putting on in October 2023 to celebrate Canadian culture (canadianafest.fun). Channon also reflects on the experiences that...

Patti has shared her experiences and the changes in gay Laguna Beach. Laguna Beach played a role in Patti’s discovery of herself.

Mother and daughter Sharon Marcyes (82) and Lisa Marcyes (46) discuss their family history, Sharon’s childhood, and her 52-year marriage.

Alvin Lu and her classmates taking about Anna's experiences when she was a high school student.

Father and daughter discuss the overarching themes of "The Kite Runner", and how we were able to connect to the characters on a cultural level.

“When you tell someone ‘go back to your country,’ you might as well be telling them, go die.” Christara, who does not qualify for DACA, opens up about her life and the first time she came out about her undocumented...

Norma speaks about the SB4 bill and the SB8 bill that was recently passed Texas that governs abortion rights laws and "Show me your papers" police checks.

talking with my grandmother about growing up in different countries

One Small Step partners Chris Blanset (36) and Steven "Steven" Carter (74) talk about their shared political values and the division Donald Trump has caused in the US.

Paige Glasser discusses her upbringing and how it informs her career and life.

This is an interview with Tegan Miner, an early childhood educator and curriculum specialist.

During this interview, we will discuss racism in America and how it makes black people feel. We will also discuss in this interview some personal experiences from racism/ racial issues in America.

Today I talked with my 82 year old Grandma about her fondest memories and life lessons. She talked about her children, grandchildren, college and her mother and father.

An excerpt from a recently rediscovered recording from December 25, 2008, where Mrs. Rosa T. Beard (1919-2010) shared in her own words, how she ended up pursuing her Master’s degree at Columbia University.