Search Interviews

A story told by a grandpa about his up bringing and his perseverance to tackling the real world asked by his granddaughter. His passion for education and success reflects off of his aspirations and struggles.

Mahendra Shah always wanted to make a “lasting impression” on society. He always wanted to make a change and have a purpose in life. As a child, he believed that having a “last impression” on society was to become a...

Miriam (Mimi) Dunham is a wife, mother of 5, sister and grandmother. She reflects on her parents and childhood, proudest moments and some of her regrets. (Apologies for some spotty audio issues!)

Ms. Mendelsohn is a science teacher at Metropolitan Expeditionary Learning School. She is also a mother, daughter, and a wife. She has thankfully agreed to conduct an interview about legacy and decisions.

David Jensen discusses how growing up on Long Island and other events in his life have shaped him. He then talks about his careers as a firefighter and nurse, the lessons these jobs taught him and his hopes for the...

A partial interview about Jessie’s journey from the US to England to India, and creating a life of consequence.

In this interview conducted on January 13, 2019 in Irvine California, Diangelo Guevara, which is 16 years, interviews his grandfather, William Rodríguez, about his childhood in the country of Puerto Rico. Mr. Rodriguez shares stories about his harsh childhood and...

Coming from Moshi, Tanzania, Hanz Riziki talks about the challenges he faced regarding his education, and his pursuit of a new life.

In this interview, my mother discusses her family life, immigration to the US, and the experiences that led to where she is today.

Great Aunt Elaine was the daughter of Jewish immigrants, and she performed professionally in radio, theater, and TV.

Mr. Nolan speaks with Mrs. Everitt about his love of school. Mr. Nolan describes his childhood as “picture-perfect, as picture-perfect can be.” His excitement for learning and the school community led him into the classroom as a teacher. With over...

My grandma and I talked about her childhood and passions and aspirations for me and my future.

Rose talks about learning to read, growing up, and how she got to where she is today.

This is an invrerview with my mom, were talking about things she wish she had done or thiggs she will do. I love my mom and Im glad Ill always be able to hear her voice now even when Im...

Recalling how Teresa saw 9/11.

We talked about my nonnas upbringing and our family history. She shared story's about things she's gone through that have shaped her into the person she is today.

An interview with my amazing grandma.

Family and love, from Los Angeles to New York.

On May 21st, I interviewed my friend Shreya Rajaram about her immigration story to the US, and what life was like in India.

What we’ve learned from each other and how we met

Amy has lived her life with the intention of making the world a better place by being there for others in whatever way she can - as a gay woman, a mother, a neighbor, community member and friend.

The life and times of Lee Starr

Jack and his mom talk about what Tourette Syndrome is, Jack’s diagnosis, what they think about Tourette Syndrome and much more!

Pedro Damasceno (17) speaks to Lillian (Lee) Salomon. Interview hosted by Pine Crest’s Photography Club at the Willowood Brookdale resident center on August 9th, 2017. c/o Pedro Damasceno

Balancing children and a career as a single mother during Covid-19. The importance of having a support system to get through the pandemic.