StoryCorps Essay Interview with Nani (my grandma)

I discussed the 4 questions with my Nani, and elaborated more to learn about her life and struggles. She shared many stories with me.

Family is everything
January 14, 2019 App Interview

On January 6, 2019, Diego Velazquez interviewed his grandfather Fernando De La Torre who describes his transition to the US from his home in Mexico in the 1960s. Fernando also explains the differences between Mexico and California. In this interview,...

Mom and daughter

We talked about her life and traditions and what she wanted to do when she was older. She also told me about her happiest moments in life like when she got married and the birth of her 3 daughters.

Interview with Mom

In this interview I will be asking my mom questions of how her childhood was like growing up and life in general

Interview with Adlin Mojica

During this interview, I asked my mother questions about her childhood, our family history, and great moments that have been significant in our lives.

Marcelina talks about her childhood and family growing up in her hometown.

In this interview, conducted in November 2020 in Anaheim, California, Stephanie (16) interviews her mother, Marcelina, about her childhood in Guadalupe Cuautepec, Mexico. She shares stories about her siblings, jobs, school, and traditions. Furthermore, she also talks about her own...

Caroline and her mother Norma talk about her life growing up in Mexico.

My moms life was very difficult growing up but she always tried looking at the bright side of things and acknowledging how blessed she was and never giving up on her dreams.

The thanksgiving listen

I interviewed my father on many things that occurred in the past between himself and his family.

Covid-19 and China

Peter talks about his life experiences being from China and going to school in America. We also discuss the Covid-19 pandemic in both the U.S. and China, and how it has personally affected him and his family.

The Great Listen

We talked about his life growing up and a little about his family. We talked about some of his time cruising around and seeing the world.