Work ethic serves family well.
November 30, 2017 App Interview

My grandfather shared his childhood on the farm, and the impact it had on his life. He also mentioned his career as a teacher and his military service.

The Great Listen with my grandmother, Cece in Alexander City, Alabama

My grandmother, Carolyn Edge (80), and I, Katherine Morrison (16), talk about her childhood, lessons she has learned, and historical periods she has lived through. She talks about her experience with her father being in the war for 4 years...

Interviewing my great-aunt, Maxine Scott

Albany Hornbuckle interviewing her great aunt, Maxine Scott. They discuss World War 2, the Civil Rights Movement, and her battle with breast cancer.

Sam Henderson talking to Robin Henderson about growing up in Bayview

The Great Thanksgiving Listen 1a. I, Sam Henderson(16) has decided to interview my mother, Robin Henderson(50). She has supported me throughout my life and has been the source of my sanity. She is blood relative, played softball as a kid,...

Talking to Michael Schwarz About the Vietnam War

In this interview, conducted on November 25, 2018 in Birmingham, Alabama, Mallory Barry interviews her Grandpa, Michael Schwarz. They discuss his draft into the Vietnam War and life during his time. They also discuss when his daughter found him and...

Beth McKinnon and Lauren Ann Holmes discuss Willie Lynch Crook’s life and the legacy he left on his family and country.

I’m this interview on November 23, 2018, my grandmother Beth McKinnon and I are discussing the legacy of her father Willie Lynch Crook, also known as Papa. Papa was one of the most patriotic, honest men to walk God’s green...

My Dad and I

In this interview I discuss politics and history with my dad. We talk about things he's lived through and his political viewpoints in life.

Elizabeth Lott interviews her father Tony Lott for the Great Thanksgiving Listen

In this interview, Elizabeth Lott (17) and her father Tony Lott spoke in Vestavia Hills, AL. Tony shared stories from his childhood in rural Alabama and spoke about important life lessons he learned throughout his life.

Laura Smith interviews her grandmother Betty Hendrix about growing up during World War II

In this interview, Laura Smith (16) interviews her grandmother Betty Hendrix (80). Betty shares her memories of growing up during World War II and living in Alabama during the civil rights movement. This interview was conducted on November 22, 2018,...

Will White And His Mom Talk About Growing Up In Alabama

In this interview, conducted in November 2018 in Birmingham, Alabama, Will White (17) interviews his mom Beth White (47) about her life growing up in Alabama. Mrs. White shares her experiences with the Challenger Disaster and 9/11 as well as...

Interview with the father – Eric Tofil – Great Thanksgiving Listen Project

We sat together on the night of November 27th, 2018 and talked about my father's childhood and what he was like as a child. Then going through many important factors and historical events that shaped him into what he is...

Collier Dobbs interviews his aunt, Michelle Ward (47), about growing up in a small town in Arkansas and her life today

In this interview, conducted on November 27, 2018 in Little Rock, Arkansas, Collier Dobbs (16) interviews his aunt Michelle Ward (47) about growing up in a small, rural town and how that impacts her currently. Mrs. Ward talks about her...

Nana and Anna talk about her grandmother’s life.

In this interview, on November 25, 2018, Anna Deering interviews her Nana, Sue Harrell about her life. They discuss growing up in the south and her adult life as a teacher. They also talk about how family influences you. At...

Emma Leggett and her grandmother discuss living through WW2, teaching high school seniors, and raising two children in Pascagoula, MS.

In this interview, conducted November 24, 2018, Emma Leggett (16) interviews her grandma, Sue Leggett (78), about her children, her teaching career, and funny stories! Mimi, as her grandchildren call her, explains many noticeable differences in the political system. She...

Rachel Leong interviews her mother, Tammy Leong, on what life was like growing up.

In this interview, conducted in November 2018 in Vestavia Hills, Alabama, Rachel Leong interviews her mom Tammy Leong about her life experiences growing up. She shares stories about where she lived, her inspirations, battling Leukemia as a teenager, 9/11, and...

Esther Boggs tells about growing up during the Great Depression
November 29, 2017 App Interview

In this interview, conducted in November, 2017 in Birmingham, Alabama, Mary Katharine Smyth (17) interviews her great grandmother, Esther Boggs. Esther talks about growing up during the Great Depression. She explains how her mother's untimely death effected her family. She...

Eden Roberson and her grandpa Vilas Glaeske

In this interview, conducted in November 2017 in Asheville, North Carolina, Eden Roberson (16) interviews her grandfather Vilas Glaeske. Vilas shares stories of growing up on a dairy farm, meeting his wife, and precious moments with his daughter, Miriam. He...