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We mostly talked about his childhood and hs and college days

This is a compilation of several stories about my great grandma, Sylvia Oscar. She was a stubborn, tough woman who sometimes made funny mistakes.

An interview regarding immigration, struggle, and hard-work.

My aunt talked about her job, her life before the center and after.

Two beautiful buildings that seemed impossible to be taken down collapsed on September 11, 2001. Aden Strong interviewed his father, Craig Strong, on January 9, 2019 in Los Angeles California. 9/11 was the day two planes were hijacked in New...

What Reina Paulino thinks about this thanksgiving

We talked about her childhood family and school

This interview was recorded by Caroline Docherty on November 13th, 2017 in Chicago, Illinois. Caroline (age 16) asks her grandma, Margaret Haran, about her immigration to the United States from Ireland in 1963. Margaret describes her immigration experience and what...

It’s all about a family staying together and support one another at all times. Coming to America seemed the be the best option at that time.

Matt Rockhill interviews his father, Jody, about his rural childhood and his transition into urban life.

Liam Moon age 15 interviews his grandfather on the occasion of his 80th birthday. Topic discussed include growing up in and childhood in Garland and Dallas Texas, hardships, and the most important lessons learned. 2020-08-23 16:37:38

Work hard and always ask for help to continue to learn about the world around you

We discussed his times and favorite experiences in Chicago.

Kiara interviews Omaya about what shaped her into who she is today.

I (Jacob) asked my Pop (Michael) questions regarding different aspects of his life such as his childhood, teenage years, and adult life.

Jon talks about his time in the Navy, Navy reserves and the Olympics

Jenny Rask: 2020-11-16 00:25:40 Jenny Rask Interviews dad Gene Rask about his life. Growing up with his family. Starting off talking about the 2020 elections and Biden/Harris winning the election, turning the republican dominated senate democratic. He remember the life...

Asking my sister questions to learn more about her. Also, talking about some struggles she currently faces.

Talked about greatest accomplishments, memories and fun times. Expressed feelings about the future as well

My grandmother, Carol Butscher, tells a story about the time she picked up a navy base captain in her car and her ability to talk openly with anyone, no matter their rank or place in society.

Miriam (Mimi) Dunham is a wife, mother of 5, sister and grandmother. She reflects on her parents and childhood, proudest moments and some of her regrets. (Apologies for some spotty audio issues!)

Be (83) talks with Selene (12) about her life and her journey from a small town on the gulf coast of Mississippi in 1935 to Ann Arbor Michigan, 2018.

A first hand perspective of 9/11 through my mother’s eyes and the actions she took that day.

Renee Meer shares a few memories from her childhood including a Yiddish song!

Grandma Shirley is around 85 years old, and she is my dad’s mom. She has lived in many places including New York, Florida, and currently New Jersey. Both of Grandma Shirley’s parents came over from Europe before World War ll....