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Great Depression/Recession Interview

“I do attempt to be a good person 24-7.” In this interview, recorded on January 2nd, 2019, Piers Pozil (14) interviewed Johnny Simpson (75) in Aspen, Colorado, and asked him how his past experiences shaped him to make him who...

An interview with someone about their time during the Great Recession.

Lucille Wilhoit passed away on September 3, 2016. I remembered I'd recorded two interviews with her for the National Day of Listening in November of 2010. She talks in this interview about the importance of music to her, and how...

McKenna Cole interviews great grandmother over life.

I talk with my dad about his childhood, his regrets and what he’s greatful for, his relationship with my mom, and his grandparents.

It was a lengthy video in which I even learned things about myself, but even though the length of the recording was 45 minutes too short it was definitely not ill-spent in my opinion!

Arnold Duevel talks about growing up in Central Minnesota. Born in 1918, he shares vivid memories of his childhood and teen-aged years. A decorated World War II veteran, Arnold has led a long and momentous life.

I learned about my grandmas past life, her values, and the things in life she still remembers. It was great to talk with someone with so much experience in life and has been through so much to give me all...

Pete Kerns remembers when his pigs escape into the woods of Iowa, and the week of searching with community members that ensued.

Gioia Fischetti interviewed her Great Grandma Anna Albini who was born in 1925.

A stunning loook at what life was like growing up in the countryside during the 1950s

One Small Step conversation partners Beth Watkins (56) and Phil Johnston (45) discuss their backgrounds, their roles as parents, the nuances of social issues, and their shared experience working with children.

Rafael speaks enthusiastically about his time living in the United States and working hard. Rafa talks about currently living, working, and farming in Guapamacataro, Maravatio, but also about he hopes to return to the States to work with his brothers...

Listen to a interesting story about Isabella’s Grandparents.

Augusta Askari: 2022-01-27 01:10:14. Augusta Askari, 93, talks with her daughter, Emilia Askari, 62, about Augusta's childhood during the Great Depression. It was difficult being part of Cincinnati's German American community as World War II approached.

Daniel Fox(74) talks with his granddaughter, Olivia Fox(17) about his childhood and about the time he spent in the US Navy during the Vietnam War.

Alex Humphreys (47) shares a conversation with his father, Hugh Humphreys (78), about Hugh’s childhood growing up on a farm, his service in the US Air Force, the wisdom he has learned in his life, and his family.

Nell Schneider (6/18/1930-) talks with her grandson, Matthew Harrison, and Kaitlin Buerge at her Glendale Wisconsin home. Nell discusses some family members, the history of her Glendale home, and mentions the Chicago World’s Fair.

Granddaughter Maimuna interviews her Nana, Loistine, on her life.

Pueblo relatives Ari Tenorio (Kuu’Trii’Tee) (27) and LaShon Cate (KatiMeé) (34) of the Pueblo of San Felipe talk about their experiences farming as Pueblo women and reflect on how to continue engaging youth in learning to farm.

Stories from gma’s childhood

My great grandfather Mort shares his story about his life, his love, and his struggle, starting with a begining in the height of the Great Depression.

89 yo Barbara discusses growing up on small farm in Illinois

Being Italian and living during the Great Depression