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A man interviews his father about memories of his parents, life on a farm, and the way that life has changed.

Jared Taylor interview with mom, Deborah Taylor about food and agricultural history on Thanksgiving morning

This interview was of my grandfather to learn more about his childhood and life and to share the experiences he's been through.

Joanne adds on to our initial conversation and talks about stories growing up, life lessons, changes, and wisdom to pass on to the next generation.

Talking about the changes in indigenous food systems, diets, and their effect on health.

I ask my mom questions about growing up on a farm and Thanksgiving traditions.

Kerissa Battle (42) an ecologist in the Catskills talks with a close family friend Leana Tishim (13) a student on Long Island about her childhood and the experiences and lessons learned. She also shares a few lessons about finding oneself...

We dicussed how humans and biodiversity benefit from the agricultural buffers put in place 40 years ago.

One Small Step partners Maria DeNovio (40) and Cory [No Name Given] (32) have a conversation where they exchange lived experiences and share moments in their careers that shaped their perspectives.

Richard Shannon(82) talks with his granddaughter, Erin Shannon(16) about what life was like living in the country in the 1940's nad 50's. He talks about going to school in a small country schoolhouse without power, to which he rode horse...

Nathan Anderson shares how helping animals give birth on his farm can be a messy and funny process.

One Small Step partners Peggy Johnson (74) and Pattie Speer (68) discuss the people and events that shaped their political and religious beliefs.

The matriarchs of the Annie Lou Jones and Arlie Orr Flowers Family share memories of the Flowers family and the early years of the Flowers Reunion

Our interview centered around family and faith. This included stories about my grandfather’s childhood, stories about his children and grandchildren, and stories from his time in service.

Gabby tells us about how she was born and raised in Guapamacataro, Maravatio, Michoacan, Mexico, and how she is caretaker with her husband and daughter at the Center for Arts and Ecology. Gabby is also an organic strawberry farmer and...

Zachary Werginz (28) interviews his grandfather, Robert Semrow (82), about Robert's childhood memories, his love of cows, and how he became a farmer.

Doretha D. Shipman (89) talks with her grandson, Louie Stoops (47), about growing up and farming on the banks of the Buffalo River. Today LS works for the NPS at Buffalo River.

Talking to my mom about her experience farming.

Interview with Jim Keller, father in law.

Alicia talks about the importance of the Guapamacataro Arts and Ecology center as a place for artist residents and as a way to give back to the Maravatio community. Alicia is both a citizen of Mexico and the United States...

This was a quick story about my father side of the family. We talk mostly about their history of farming.

Brothers Denys Hansen (75) and James Hansen (72) look back on their childhood memories in Sherwood, Iowa and Springfield, Missouri.

Wife interviews husband about the building of thier home on the top of Moscow Mountain, activism, environmentalism, and his making of a giant mobile steel fire-breathing dragon

A conversation with my wonderful "Nanny B" (grandmother) about her relationship with my granddad, Jerry Blue. Silly memories and meaningful life lessons from very wise woman that took place on a lovely Friday afternoon. We discuss the impact of growing...

Spouses Florence "Floss" Whalen (89) and Richard "Dick" Whalen (89) interview each other about their childhoods, marriage, family, and occupations.