Interview with Dorothy Gronlund

Dorothy, a professional singer, choir conductor and voice teacher recounts her early musical experiences and life's journey.

“I just figured I could go through life unnoticed…nobody saw me.”

In this interview with my Grandpa, we talk about his life as a poor kid and key events along the way that shaped his work ethic and ultimately - his entire life. I learned so much from this conversation and...

Pete Kerns Looks for Lost Pigs

Pete Kerns remembers when his pigs escape into the woods of Iowa, and the week of searching with community members that ensued.

Sept 11 interview with my Grandmother

Carleen Black was teaching high school when the 9/11 attack happened. She remembered, “It was like a pin dropped”.

1960s interview

My grandpa, Paul Market, was 15 in 1960. During this interview, he discusses his lifestyle during the 1960s and his feelings regarding the major changes in his life and the overall time period. Also, he mentions major events that he...

Betsy Staak, Teacher Extraordinare

A high school English teacher reflects upon her career and what’s changed during the pandemic.

Salem Zeka and her mother, Jenny Zeka talk about key moments in Jenny’s life.

In this interview, recorded on April 10th, 2022 Salem (17) talks with her mom, Jenny’s (47), life and dealing with positives and negatives.