Mother's Day chat with Eileen Clark.

We discussed Eileen's early life in Queens, New York, her marriage to Henry Clark, and how they moved to Long Island to raise a family.

Mother's Day chat with Jean McNeill

We discussed what it was like for Jean growing up in NYC and then raising a family on Long Island.

A Commoner’s View on 9/11

I talk to my father about the terrorist attacks that took place on September 11th, 2001.

My Grandma’s Life As an Immigrant

Anna Avner immigrated to America from the Soviet Union to give her family and herself a better life and freedom to practice Judaism. She had to start all over in a new country with a new language.

Interview with Michelle Gould, MA, OTR

This interview with Michelle is about her impressions and experiences as an occupational therapist.

Mora Vittum & Bernice Man

Growing up in NYC has had a big influence on my mother. Her experiences have made her who she is, and shaped her perspective on life. This has made up my childhood, and will continue to effect and influence who...

Stina Nanavati: A mother’s day interview

This is an interview with Stina Nanavati (mother) being questioned by John Nanavati (husband) and Ravi Nanavati (son). We asked questions about her family, the history of her talking feet, and a bit about her experiences with racism while growing...

A conversation of gratitude, remembrance and love on the first day of Naomi’s 98th year.

On the day after Naomi's 98th birthday and the day before Thanksgiving, Julia and Naomi explore memories of their Norwegian roots in rural Minnesota and discuss the gifts we get and give to one another by way of showing and...

My interview with mom!

My mother and I discuss the great impacts throughout our lives. In addition, we go into how our family has branched off from surrounding ourselves in New York City and where we are now.

An Interview with Mom

My Mom is Brigitta Woodward, born and raised in Kalrsruhe, Germany, and 59 years young. My parents married in Germany when my mom was 32, and she left her life there to move to upstate New York with my siblings...

“All of the mistakes I’ve made is a whole part of who I am today and I believe everything happens for a reason.”
November 27, 2017 App Interview

I interviewed Sarah Wang, my 21 year old cousin who lives in Mineola, Long Island. I learned a lot about her in these 5 minutes. This made me really appreciate this project because it actually brought us so much closer

A Spanish teacher from Missouri remembers the 50’s and 60’s

My interview summary: I interview my grandma about living in the 50's and 60's. She talks about her childhood, and what it was like in high school during a time of racial tension. She talks about taking a group of...

Charles Coons- The September 11 2001 attacks

Charles Coons lived in New York and worked in the financial district during the 9/11 terror attacks. He recounts his life prior and during his experienc during this event.

Grandma interview

I interviewed my grandma on her life and story’s (heartwarming)

my grandmother’s experience in the 1950’s

my grandma and I discuss key events in the 1950’s. At the time life was way different then it was now. My grandma went through a lot and is still alive today to tell the tales.

Recording – 11-28-2023 22:59:16
November 29, 2023 App Interview

I interviewed my dad,Angel, he is 44 and I am Camila and I am 15. We talked about his life outside of Puerto Rico after high school and how hard that was for him. We also talked about his childhood...

Dr. Barbara Mates interview

Growing up during WW2 as a Jew, religion, women’s rights, teaching, and the Great Depression all in one interview!