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My grandma and I discussing life and how creativity has presented itself theoughout life’s various stages.

In preparation for the 2018 Art Action Day, the Artists at Risk Connection (ARC) of PEN America interviewed Jude Dibia, a Nigerian author and civil rights activist who currently lives in Malmö, Sweden. In this interview, Jude talks about his...

Neelesh shares stories to his daughter Esha (15) about how he ended up in his line of work. He shares struggles while pursuing his passion of becoming an engineer, why it is his passion, and what he admires most in...

I spoke with David Osterberg, an environmental and occupational health professor at the university. David told me about his ventures into creativity in the classroom and outside of it, particularly in educating the public about the dangers of climate change.

Bilal Baeza (20) and Ezra Kelly (23) discuss their experiences as artists and music creators, and the role of math in their creative process. They also discuss their thoughts on the afterlife and morality.

I interviewed Sara Porter for my First Year Seminar class at Marshall University. Our FYS class has been focusing on critical thinking and how thoughtfully developed and artfully asked questions can lead to enriching and enlightening stories. Frank Sesno's book...

I interviewed my dad about the creativity in his life.

Interview with Professor Messerle on creativity in his lifetime

Robert Hellenga (78) talks with Joseph Lennon (51) about their friendship of 34 years. Hellenga taught Lennon from 1986-1990, and was his mentor. They talked about literature, pens, music, Italian food, and Knox College. Hellenga is in hospice with neuroendocrine...

We talked about what life was like when she was a kid. We also discussed books a little because we both love books.

Yvette J. Benjamin (62) tells her friend, Dr. Linda Degutis (55), of her career path in medicine and describes her life in semi-retirement.

Jean Munson (33) interviews her colleague Isabela de Las Casas (21) about leadership, gender identity and change during quarantine.

Daughter interviews her father about his creative inspiration and career.

Tim Barry (58) and his friend, Suzanne Smith Arney (65) talk about their interpretation of art.

An interview about the life and legacy of Dudley Randall.

Tyler discusses his literary foundation as well as what literature means to him.

Siblings Lora Holt (57) and Tony Duenez (53) interview their mother, Dolores Duenez (80), about her years growing up in El Paso, her time in California juggling college and motherhood, and the influence of creativity and the arts in their...

Anna Ramirez: 2020-06-06 14:43:09Anna and Danielle discuss losing work and finding it again. During that time, the creativity that emerged and the future direction for this talented lady friend!

Ottie James (31) speaks with conversation partner Franchesca Peña (27) about his life as a performance artist, reflecting on his relationship to spirituality, his role as a father, and the biggest influences on his life and work.

An interview with Dillon Meador about Literacy

In this interview I talk to my grandparents (both in their 80s) about aging and creativity, both personally in their lives and in the larger world.

Interview with Vesper Winchester. We talked about what kind of art she liked to do in her free time and what inspires her to create.

Friends Agnetha "Jaime" Gloshay (41) and Amy Dale (58) reflect on their identities as Native women and discuss the work they have been doing in the community to uplift women and youth.

I Interviewed Charles Johnson. He answered many questions about life. We can all learn something from him.

In a brief interview, my grandfather and I discussed his hobbies, career, relationships, and how he has utilized creativity throughout his life.