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Clay Campbell (31) talks with his grandmother, Charmian Waggaman (89) about her life growing up in DC in the 1940s, meeting the love of her life Thomas Waggaman, raising three kids, and sharing loving words to her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

My grandmother and I have a one-on-one about her childhood and motherhood.

This interview was conducted on November 26, 2017 over the phone between a grandson (Hayden) and his grandmother (Holly). This interview was conducted to discuss her childhood and how it affected who she is today. The grandmother is currently living...

My Grandmother tells me about some of her life stories, talk about her mother which has witnessed horrors of Soviet Government, talk about how she met her husband, and other life stories.

This interview is filled with depth and laughter. Barbara starts by reciting poems written by her grand father, Eldon Carrier wrote in the early 1900's. She then recalls the hard reality of growing up in her grandparents home, without her...

In November of 2022 Chris Sears, 30 and Luke Russell 66 talk about faith values and divisiveness

Creating Community Through Sharing Stories: Indira Garcia was born in Chile during the 1973 Chilean coup d'état, which had a significant effect on her childhood. She was raised in Mexico with a strong focus on intellectualism and family bonds. She...

Ari Flowers conducts an interview with her entrepreneur mentor and relative at Saint Francis South Hospital in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The pair talk about Mrs. Franklin's past, business, and life lessons while also reflecting on the impact family has on each...

Tammy Reynolds: 2023-06-13 22:42:05 In this interview, Eastern Michigan University student Tammy Reynolds interviews her grandmother Sharon Reynolds to learn what her life as a young girl was like in the 1950s, 60s, etc. This was done as an assignment...

Meet Cathleen Engelsen! A historical artist from Surf City, NJ. Cathleen shares her stories and experiences as an artist on the Jersey Shore. Enjoy this women's history month special!

Dr. Steve Dunkin talks about growing up in Knoxville, Tennessee, his genealogical research, his time in the military, and his return to East Tennessee. He also talks about his work with the Smoky Mountain Hiking Club and his connection with...

In this interview, I (Jacob Young) interviewed my Mom (Trudy Young) about how communication has changed in her lifetime. We discussed, communication within education and communication when she was growing up in regard to her parents and family who are...

An interview with my grandpa in 2018 in Sheldon, SC

Lorna Brown, lifelong Vermonter, talks about her experience growing up during WWII and differences between her life and the lives of her grandchildren

Julia Portal (74) talks with her niece, Danielle Portal (15) about migrating to the United States from Peru

This interview provides contextualization and a history lesson for those wondering the origins of Flagstaff's STEM interests and the impact of Lowell Observatory on Flagstaff from its beginning to present day.

The person I interviewed was my mom because of her background I felt she would have good stories to tell us. Throughout the interview she talked about her childhood,struggles, and family struggles. Welcome to her life and being part of...

Mother tells story about how many generations ago in the 1800s, her grandfather would steal horses and sell them. He thought he was the best at this business, so he wanted last name to show that, but in the process...

Jadyn Holt (15) speaks with her aunt Clara Copelin, (41) about her hardship while being a teen mother and a young grandmother.

Jody (Edna Jo) LaFevers was raised in an old 2 story house with a big front porch in a small town on the Missouri border called Viola. Her mother would make all of her clothes, including her prom dress, so...

Diane (76) is asked about her childhood and family, as well as the people who affected her life the most. She reflects on her own and her son's weddings, as well as her daughter-in-law. Diane answers why she wanted to...

[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+...

[Recorded: Thursday, April 27, 2023] Yasir (22) and Evelyn (21) have a One Small Step conversation in Charlottesville, Virginia. Yasir is an undergraduate student at the University of Virginia studying biology on a pre-med track. Evelyn is also an undergraduate...

Anne's roots to The Mount run deep. Starting around the age of 10 when her family would come here to listen to her 80 yr old grandmother, Eusebia Parker, entertain the old folks to becoming a two-time board member. Her...

Robbie Magnuson (14) interviews his father David Magnuson (48) about his childhood in many different places. David talks about his father in the Marines and the Vietnam War. They then talk about what David liked and disliked about school. Next,...