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This interview includes Elizabeth Meeks interviewing her grandfather, Steve Parker, about his childhood and many important events in his life.

We talked about life and influences that have impacted our life.

In this interview, Collins McMurray (16), talked to her grandfather, Rudy McMurray (86), about his life and memories. They talked about his childhood, parents, and grandparents. They also discussed his military service and memories of training. He discloses his opinions...

In this interview, conducted in November 2017 in Asheville, North Carolina, Eden Roberson (16) interviews her grandfather Vilas Glaeske. Vilas shares stories of growing up on a dairy farm, meeting his wife, and precious moments with his daughter, Miriam. He...

In this interview, conducted in November 2017 in Birmingham, Alabama, Lillie Ben Harris (17) interviews her grandmother, Beverly Harris (80) about her life. Mrs. Harris shares what it was like to grow up in a boarding home in Tennessee, and...

We talked about her memories of me, her memories of her life, and lots about her time as a missionary in Japan.

We talked about several different historical events and discussed her childhood and different events that took place during it. She talked about what it was liked for her to grow up, and we discussed the important historical events that took...

Discussing memories of Nana, Papa growing up in the 1950s, Importance of trust, honesty, and family.

In this interview, Camille Miceli (16) talked to Faye Ervin (70) who is my grandmother. We interviewed on 11/26/17 in Vestavia Hills, AL and we discussed her life and how things are different from when she grew up. We also...

We talked about her growing up, WW2, my grandpa, therest of my family, and immigration.

In this interview, conducted on November 2017 in Vestavia Hills, AL, I spoke with my parents about their childhood and their families. They each spoke about their families, telling stories of their siblings, parents, and grandparents. They both talked about...

In this interview, on November 24, 2018, in Vestavia Hills, Alabama, Sophia Velezis interviews her grandfather, Peter McGrath, about his life growing up in Michigan during the cold winters when he ice skated to the warm summers when he water...

In this interview, conducted in November, 2017, Mary Katherine Smyth (17) interviews her great grandmother, Esther Boggs about her first date with her future husband, Harry Boggs.

Charlotte A. Cowart, interviewed by her son and daughter, describes her childhood during the Great Depression, dating, marriage, and young adult life.

In this interview on November 24, 2018, in Vestavia Hills, Alabama, Sophia Velezis interviews her grandfather, Peter McGrath, about his life growing up in Michigan during the cold winters where he ice skated and the warm summers when he water...

One Small Step conversation partners Mohamed Shoreibah (47) and Lynda Wilson (72) discuss immigration, political misinformation, Birmingham's history of racism and political struggle, and their hopes for its future.

In this interview, created in November 2018, Meghan Meadows (16) interviews her grandmother Carolyn Williamson (79) about her life story. Carolyn shares stories and memories she holds near and dear to her heart, along with some important history she experienced...

In this interview recorded on November 28, 2017, GiGi Grantham (16) interviews her mom, Jane Grantham (49), in their kitchen located in Vestavia, Alabama. Her mother discusses her childhood in Roebuck, newlywed life, and new life in Vestavia. She reveals...

In this interview, Donna and George Williams tell Sarah Beth Corona about their lives as Americans during events such as the Civil Rights Movement, the Vietnam War, and President Kennedy’s assassination. The two have been married for 51 years and...

Ex-Air Force serviceman tells granddaughter of his life from elementary school to present day. My interview was with my grandfather, Hollis Flanagan (or Papaw) in Vestavia, Alabama, on November 24, 2017. A role model in his life was his father-in-law,...

In this interview, conducted on November 25, 2018, Abby Wyatt (17), interviews her mom, Annie Brown (44) about having an Italian heritage, growing up in the Eighties, going to college, and having a successful career. There is also insight on...

The life of Debbie Henderson and all the battles she faced as well as good times spent with her family were discussed in the interview.

This is the story of my father, Rick Worley, and his navy career as well as his childhood/marriage.

A narrative of Theodora Lee Gregg's origins in Alabama, the story of her parents marriage, and moving to Ohio.

In this interview, conducted November 24, 2018, Emma Leggett (16) interviews her grandma, Sue Leggett (78), about her children, her teaching career, and funny stories! Mimi, as her grandchildren call her, explains many noticeable differences in the political system. She...