“Start With the Basics; the Rest Will Follow.”

Frank DePoli remarks on his life and how it has been different than he expected, but excellent nonetheless. He begins with his childhood and how his parents and friends always supported and still do support him. He then elaborates on...

Dick Selissen, Coast Guard Lighthouse Keeper

Dick Selissen, Coast Guard Lighthouse Keeper and Chief Officer at the Two Harbors Lighthouse in the 1960's discusses his daily life as a keeper and the importance of lighthouses in keeping ships safe.

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Samuel Roudebush and Sally Roudebush

Spouses Samuel "Sam" Roudebush (67) and Sally Roudebush (67) share a conversation about their lives growing up, Sam’s time in the Coast Guard, their family, their travels, and about what they are looking forward to now.

The Great Thanksgiving Listen

My step grandmother (Katie Wilhelm, I call her Teeta haha) and I talked about her family and travels throughout her life so far, including her Dad who served in World War 2.

Interview of Thomas Braithwaite

The life events, lessons, and memories of my grandfather Tom Braithwaite over his 79 amazing years on Earth.

Interview

He explained his military experience as well as his situations outside and afterwards.

Sarah Farnham and Mike Farnham

In this interview Sarah Farnham asks her dad Mike Farnham questions about his time in the coast Gaurd and his childhood

The Life of a College Freshman and Gaining Independence

On September 27th 2023, Jamison Sevilla (19) from New Jersey sat down and interviewed Laine Emanation (18) from New York. Jamison met Laine this year at the Coast Guard Academy and both have lived on the east coast their entire...

My short interview with Grandpa Art Fitzner

We talked of many parts of his life, with a surprise visit from granddaughter Emily. Also some great singing!

Apush extra credit

Conversation about my grandfathers childhood

Ted Johnson, Coast Guard Keeper Split Rock Lighthouse

An interview with Ted Johnson, Keeper of Split Rock Lighthouse from 1958-1960. A discussion of daily life and the role of Keepers at the Split Rock Lighthouse on Lake Superior.

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Joe Davis and Barbara Davis

Siblings, Barbara Davis (61) and Joe Davis (54), reminisce about their childhood in Miami, FL, tell stories about their family traditions, and reflect on how their parents helped shape who they are today.

Me and my neighbor discuss his time in the coast guard

My good friend and neighbor talks about his time in the Coast Guard. Richard Dein has been a big influence on my life ever since I met him, he has always been there for me. One time when I was...

Immagrating from Cuba to the USA

In this interview I talked to my mom about her process coming into the the United States and what surprised her about this beautiful country

The Great Thanksgiving Listen

Today I sat down with my mom to talk about and remember my grandma Alma