The Story of Mrs. Kong’s Life

In the interview, Mrs. King shared with us about the years when she was a young adult in China in the 60s. Later, she also reflected on her experience of accommodating to a new life as she move from China...

Bob Burgess shares details of his life from childhood to fatherhood, and how things can change.

In this interview conducted in December of 2017, Alex Burgess interviews her grandfather Bob Burgess about his life as a child, husband, and father. Mr. Burgess shares some of his favorite stories about his 3 kids growing up in Niskayuna,...

Mommy Loida

My grandmother describes her life growing up as a rich girl in the Philippines, opening up multiple businesses, and how her time back home in the Philippines compares to her life in the U.S.

George Noury: Nouri Cafe

George discusses what motivated him to open up a restaurant and what his future goals are.

Marion & Pinny Friedman

Talked about the restaurant and family life

Creative Interview 2

Interviewed my grandma about owning a restaurant, raising 10 kids, and life in general.

Brittani and her Grandparents sit down and share a sentimental moment.

In this interview, done on November 27th,2016 in Flint,Michigan, Brittani Bridgett(15) and Mary(68)&Mike(68) Williams discuss their marriage,childhood,their own children and family stories while laughter and tears were shared between us three. While we were conversing,traveling for work and the holidays...

It’s Family: A Conversation Between Two Co-Managers

Greg and I worked together for five years at the St. Louis Bread Company in St. Charles, Missouri. We grew very close in our time together. Sit down with us in the cafe for a conversation about our work together....

You Are Only As Good As Your Last Croissant

Cooking is a form of art and so many people love making and eating food. On January 6th 2019 in Los Angeles California, Jack Beerman interviewed his grandmother Sarabeth Levine to learn about her early life as a pastry chef....

Steven Rauscher and Brandon Thrash – "Working in this Industry Right Now is Not the Same"

Steven Rauscher (33) and Brandon Thrash discuss the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on Philadelphia's service and hospitality industry, with a special focus on how the value of service and hospitality in America needs to be redefined and reframed moving...

The Adventures of Linda Carman

Stories about travel, work, and living in a small town.

Your Love for Food

The interview was made by Valeria Giron who’s 20 years old to her boyfriend Pedro Gonzalez who is 23 years old. During the interview it was discussed what food meant to him and how his beliefs about food impact their...

Rose Costello (36) and Stacey Todd (38) talk about working in restaurants and memories from their friendship.

Rose and Stacey talk about meeting in 2005 when they worked at Scala's Bistro in San Francisco, they talk about the ups and downs of working in restaurants, what they learned, and Rose talks about her award winning pear gallette.

My Grandma’s Schooling and Career

In this interview, I learn about what school- elementary through high school- was like. I also learn about her high school jobs and how she found her way to being a hair dresser.

The Pros and Cons of Owning a Restaurant

This is an honest account of owning a restaurant. We spoke on the advantages and disadvantages of being a sole proprietor for a smokehouse.

Interview with my Mom

Talking with my mom about her experience working at her family’s business at a young age.

Chris Martin and Sophie Chung

[Recorded: Friday, February 3, 2023] Chris (25) and Sophie (18) have a One Small Step conversation in Charlottesville, Virginia. Chris is the owner of the microbakery “Baker No Bakery” that sells at popups and at farmers’ markets. Sophie is a...

My Dad’s Journey

In this interview, my dad talks about his journey getting to where he’s at today, with his job, being able to somewhat speak english, and facing discrimination through it all.

Srilekha Cherukuvada and her uncle, Raju Kontheti talk about his childhood

In this interview, conducted in November 2017 in Hyderabad,India, Srilekha Cherukuvada(14) interviews his friend and uncle SR Raju Kontheti(42) about his childhood and ancestors. Raju shares his thoughts on stories of his past. He also talks about how studies in...