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talked about childhood, memories, advice, mental health, and divorce

Conducted by Sharaia Hughes, a sophomore Mass Communications major at Virginia Commonwealth University. Interviewed today was Moya Shifflett-James. This is a glimpse into the personal life of a woman growing up in the 1960s. Communication has changed greatly, from dating...

This interview was conducted November 26, 2018 in Chicago, Illinois. Natalia Beltran (16) interviewed her mom, Erica Avila (36) about her childhood in Humboldt Park and how living in such a troubled neighborhood shaped her into the woman she is...

Ryan and Kristi have been dating a couple of years. Kristi sat down and listened to some stories about Ryan's life.

In this interview, conducted in December 2020 in Newark, Delaware, Skyler Blest (22) interviews her husband Sean Paieda (22) about his childhood in the city they both call home. Mr. Paieda shares stories about his regrets and fears for the...

I interview my husband of 6 years and get to know him a little better. after 8 years of a relationship it’s fun to talk about the more lighthearted dating questions.

Laurent Sanchez (34) talks to her husband, James Barnes (32), about their first year of marriage, meeting family in Colombia, and future family plans.

Discussion about early dating the significant other

Mom and dad’s story about how they got together, their wedding, and their hopes and dreams for Nolan and I

Larry Nelson (67) and his wife, Dawn Borowski (68), reflect on dating, the marriage proposal, their wedding, and enjoyment of travel.

In this interview, conducted in November 2017 in Tenafly, New Jersey, Irene Kim (13) interviews her father, Nathan Kim (45) about his childhood in Korea, as well as his teenage summers and years in the military. Mr. Kim shares stories...

Significant others Jackie Burrell [no age given] and Gerald Cole (52) share a conversation about their relationship. Gerald also talks about writing his first book, the advice he would give to his younger self and his daughters, and what he...

This was an interview with my grandmother, Sybil Rubenstein. We talked a lot about her life growing up, her fond memories and other topics.

Barbara and Chandra met through the "Walk a Mile" program and hit it off instantly. Barbara talks about the challenges of being a single mom, needing a job. She started in housekeeping at a Providence hospital, but knew she wanted...

after being interrupted I continued the interview with my cousin and asked about her future and the hopes she has for her 9 year old son.

From poverty to succeeding in life

I asked my twice widowed mother questions about the single mom life. Whether or not she felt like she had she had done a good job being a single mom.

My Dad (Ross) talks with me (Luke) about his life experiences, going from his childhood to now. He talks about school, his family, jobs, and how he met my Mom. He also touches on some future plans he has.

In this recording, Meghan (23) talks to her boyfriend, Jack (23), about his memories, traditions, and hopes for the future.

In this interview, conducted on November 10, 2021, Dr. Marya McCarroll, 49, interviews her niece, Grace Januchowski, 18, about her experiences growing up and as an adolescent in 2021. Ms. Januchowski shares her experiences with her parents, school, working, dating,...

A little conversation about us.

In this interview, conducted in November 2017 in Chandler, Arizona, Katarina Fenner (13) interviews her Mom Linda Fenner (47) about her school life in Perth Amboy, New Jersey and her relationship with her husband, Andreas Fenner. Mrs. Fenner shares stories...

A description of my Grandmothers start of work and the meeting of my Grandfather. She told me after she met him in July and married him in December!

Jin Huang (21) talks with his father, Jack Huang (43) about dating, love, and parenting.

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