Gabriel Sandoval

We discussed a variety of topics such as Gabriel Sandoval’s life as a child and teen. We also discussed the work he’s done to get where he is today. He was the first of 8 children to be born in...

“Spend as much time and be a part of your children as much as possible” A father shares his childhood with his son

Nicholas Scaletta interviews his father, Anthony Scaletta. They discuss various topics including Anthony’s childhood experiences, personal values/achievements and how life was different back then compared to now. His own neighborhood which he’s grown up in, and how life got him...

You Are Only As Good As Your Last Croissant

Cooking is a form of art and so many people love making and eating food. On January 6th 2019 in Los Angeles California, Jack Beerman interviewed his grandmother Sarabeth Levine to learn about her early life as a pastry chef....

Derek Hughes Interview with Grandpop APUSH Grade Reclamation

I had a discussion with my grandfather, John Hughes, about his childhood during the Great Depression and World War 2. The conversation kept returning to a key point of hard work and how only you can determine your path in...

Nana Interview

Interview with my grandma on her life and reflections of her past experiences, along with beautiful advice.

Interview of Linda Harper

Ciara (11) interviews Linda Harper, her grandmother (72)

Ashley Jardin and JP Ramirez

Ashley & JP have a conversation about the Aloha spirit, people of Hawaii, and what it means to "talk story" sharing ourselves, the importance of honoring a people's culture with respect, living our values, being in good company with each...

Compassion Blog Post #5

Chatted with my mom about her life and accomplishments and examples of compassion in her life.

Jordy Basabe and his mother Yolanda Silva talk about experiences in Mexico as a child and experiences now in the U.S.

In this interview, conducted June 6th, 2018 in Chicago, Illinois, Jordy Basabe (17) interviews his mother Yolanda Silva (41) about her childhood in Mexico and her experiences here in the U.S. in Spanish. Ms. Silva shares stories about the experiences...

Learning About Uncle Wade

Wade, nearing 40 years old, tells of growing up on a dairy farm, working with his dad and grandfather, and getting bit at age 12 by a baby rattlesnake.

A Word with Dr. Robin

(Updated 1/6/21: Edited to improve sound and decrease overlap caused by delay.) In an overdue reunion, Robin Wilson graced me with an hour of her Sunday to share her story. She passed down a major portion of my teaching-for-justice toolbox...

Family life interview with Martin Taylor

In this interview I speak with my dad about how growing up in his family changed him as a person as well as the influence brought onto him by his mother and neighbor. We speak of family traditions, origins from...

Charlie Lane and his mom Tracy Lane talk about Tracy’s life and what it was like growing up.

On February 3rd 2021, Charlie lane and Tracy lane talk about Tracy’s life growing up in Beaver PA with her family, and also about some of the most important things Tracy’s has done and has learned throughout her life.

The Life Of A Hardworking Mother

A mother's life is her young ones. Erika Gonzalez is a dedicated mother of 4 youngsters. Interview by her daughter Madison Holden, Erika gave some information about her kids and her life as a mother. Erika couldn't consider anything she...

Do Not Avoid the Difficult Things

How does the child of immigrant parents become a greatly respected and successful businessman, with nothing but diligence and hard work? On November 28, 2017, Jade Mars interviews her father Michael Karlin in Beverly Hills California. He will talk about...

Daniel’s life in 5 questions.

In this recorder my friend Daniel Morales who I known for almost 10 years shares his perspective point of you in life. Daniel talks about his dad had a big influence in his life. One lesson his dad taught him...

Interview with Nicole Perdomo

Interview with my cousin Nicole. Allowed her to tell her story and allowed me to listen and show compassion.