My Mother’s story

In this interview we talked about advice and experience in life. And her past relationships and her childhood.

Taye lilly Riepma and her amazing grandmother talk about her past

Tayelilly asks her grandmother, Lilly Ekuan, about growing up in Hawaii during World War Two as a Japanese American, what being a labor nurse is, and what her family life is like.

A Fish out of Water

In the beginning, Michelle talks about the difficulties of adjusting to a new environment. Then, the topic smoothly transitions into one consisting of wisdom that can be applied all throughout life.

Living History(Final)

this is an interview with a World War II marine veteran who served in the Pacific theater for two years. being posted on the ship with a large crew.

The Great Thanksgiving Listen 2018

We talked about just his past and memories that truly stuck with him even until now. Discussing his past influences, we were able to connect over the still relevant topics in society today.

My Aunt’s Nursing Journey

November 26, 2020, recorded in the Bay Area, California by Sophia Goyena; I interview my aunt, Rose Castro, on her journey to becoming a nurse, and her current experience as a nurse- as well as some career and nursing advice.

Mr. Lennon and Cameron talk about Mr. Lennon’s life

Mr. Lennon and Cameron talk about life in the Great Depression and his time in WW2, and Japan. They also talked about his jobs on a farm, Oldsmobile, and war plants. They talked about his memories and his childhood.

As Humans, Adapting is What We Do Best

This interview took place in Bayside, New York, on December 1st, 2019. In it, Ami Farrell asks her mother, Setsu Sakaguchi, about the challenges she has faced in life and what she has learned from them. As an immigrant from...

Donald Folsom is a Marine Corps Veteran that served during WWII.

Donald Folsom is a Marine Corps veteran of WWII who shares his experiences and how the war has impacted him and our country. He has had some difficult and hard times, but no matter what he loves our country.

Junko Takamatsu’s Story of America with her Granddaughter Lauren Kwong

Junko Takamatsu (age 74) is an Japanese American woman born after WWII. She shares her story of coming from Japan to the America. Her granddaughter, Lauren Kwong (age 16) asks her questions about her life in America.

History Project

My dad talked about his father, my grandfather, from his point of view. He explained what his childhood was like and other impactful moments.

Oral History Summative: The Great Thanksgiving Listen

My grandpa and I talked about our family history! We really talked a lot about his parents, my great-grandparents, and how their struggles to be accepting in a time period that was not very accepting.

Liam Donovan McGee

This is a message to my 3 year old son, Liam. I wanted him to hear my voice and hear my thoughts on life in case something ever happened to me and I wasn’t able to have these conversations in...

Grant Erickson and Christy Hightower

Grant Erickson, who celebrated his 95th birthday the month before this interview, shares his experiences in the navy during World War II.

Interview with Angelica Ruiz as she talks about her husband and kids

In this interview, conducted in December 2017 in Palmdale, California Angelica Ruiz talked about how she met my dad. Also about what it was like having me, how I’ve changed her and what she’d do differently.

Charles Niswonger is interviewed by his great grand daughter about his experience in the navy during WWII.
November 29, 2015 App Interview

Chuck Niswonger (who I am named after) recalls his life growing up in the 30's and inlisting in the Navy for World War 2. He met my great grandmother when he was 26 and she was 19. They are 7...

TheGreatListen2018

My father and I discussed personal opinions and stories or the past and what we wish for in the future. We also tried to give inpirational advice to others who wish to hear it.

The life of my mom from her childhood to her adult years.

In this interview, Nathan talked to Lisa (his mom) about her life in California and growing up. This was conducted on November 25, 2017. Lisa shares stories about her family good and bad that affected her life. She talks about...

Granddaughter interviews the Peer family matriarch.

I interview my Grammy who is 75 years during the COVID-19 pandemic. From her childhood and parents to meeting and losing the love of her life our interview gives just a glimpse of her beautiful soul. She is truly an...

Jack Reid and his grandmother Leslie Wilhelm talk about her life in Laguna Niguel, California.

In this interview, conducted in November 2019 in Laguna Niguel, California, Jack Reid (16) interviews his grandmother Leslie Wilhelm (79) about her life. Ms. Wilhelm provides stories about how she looks at life today and life in the past. She...

Ava Carlson and her uncle Jim Barton talk about his childhood in Vermont

In this December 4 2022 interview, Ava Carlson (16) and her uncle Jim Barton (62) talk about his childhood in small town Vermont, family, and practicing instruments.