Writing Interview: A Window into the Life of Diane Forese

My mother learned a great deal from her early years in France and in college. She values family more than anything else in the world.

Ups and Downs

In this interview, conducted in November 2018 in Egg Harbor Township, NJ, Michael Ormond interviews his Grandpa Helmut Rojewski after thanksgiving. Rojewski was from Poland then moved to Germany and finally the US. They discuss the struggles he had when...

La historia de mi abuela

En esta entrevista puedo comprender mejor los desafíos y los momentos felices en la vida de mi abuela. También puedo comprender sus esperanzas para el futuro y conocer sus experiencias pasadas que la han moldeado como persona.

An interview of my Grandmothet to discuss our Latin American family history.

In this interview, conducted in November 2017 in Orlando, Florida, Caroline Biggett interviews her Grandmother, Dolores Biggett about her rich Latin history. Mrs. Biggett shares stories about childhood, parents, accomplishments, education and joys of life.

COVID-19: Jackie Walther of The Square Meal

Jackie Walther and Jackie Neale talk about some of the unexpected outcomes of the coronavirus global pandemic. Jackie and her husband Dan own a short-order, take-out restaurant called The Square Meal in Oaklyn, NJ and on the heels of discussing...

“My happiest memory… it’s a toss up between the day you were born and between the day Fati told me you were a girl” “So I’m your favorite?”

Hirah Chaudhary, 16, interviews her mother Zenab Chaudhary, 40. She talks about her childhood, immigration to America, and plans for the future (and maybe a curse). She came to the states at 10 and lived in Florida for a few...

Mastering the Trade: A Conversation with an Experienced Union Plumber

In "Mastering the Trade: A Conversation with an Experienced Union Plumber," we delve into the seasoned expertise and valuable insights of a union plumber who has dedicated years to perfecting their craft. This interview offers a glimpse into the challenges,...

History final interview with my aunt
December 8, 2022 App Interview

The participants name is Lisa Wand. I do not know her age, but knowing that she was around in the 60s I would guess around 60 years old. We discussed topics of her military service and some historical events she...

History final interview with my aunt
December 8, 2022 App Interview

The participants name is Lisa Wand. I do not know her age, but knowing that she was around in the 60s I would guess around 60 years old. We discussed topics of her military service and some historical events she...

Humble granny talks with interested granddaughter.

This interview takes place in November 2022 in Flint, Mi , Tori Hopkins (15) interviews her grandmother Ora Taylor (81) about her childhood. Ms. Taylor shares stories about 9/11, retiring and life after highschool. She also talks about different jobs...

Interview with Carmen Iglesias
December 26, 2022 App Interview

Carmen Iglesias was born in a town run by a Boston Sugarmill company in Cuba. Today we interview my grandmother about her time as a citizen in Cuba. We get to hear first hand experience about how Cuba was like...

Gabriella Loyola interviews her mom Maria Dareen Loyola

14 year old, Gabriella Loyola interviews her mom Maria Dareen Loyola on growing up, love life, raising her children, names and traditions.

Story time with Abu

This is an interview between a teenager and her grandfather, in which he tells her about his early life and the moments and people who have helped shape him into the person he is today.

Meet A Baymen Family: Maxwell Shellfish!

Join Gretchen Maxwell, Bridgitte Bliss, and John Maxwell as they discuss their 6th generation business of shellfishing on the Barnegat Bay and the surrounding areas. They discuss the tradition of being baymen and what that in particular means to South...

La vida de mi tía Janet

Mi tía, Janet Rodriguez, 37, nos cuenta su vida que ella y su familia tuvieron para tener la oportunidad de vivir cómodamente. Ella describe todos los desafíos que tuvo ella y su mamá, para soportar la familia en Ecuador y...

It Won’t Be Like This For Long Pt.2 (Interview with Papi)

In the second part of this interview, Sofia Vazquez, 17 year old daughter, interviews her father, Enrique Vazquez, 45 years old, about present life and his dreams and hopes for the future.

Meet Beach Badge Collector Bob Kugel!

Join Folklife Director Lesley Schierenbeck as she interviews Long Beach Island beach badge collector and author, Bob Kugel as he discusses his collection of badges that spans over 55 years! Photos show: Some of Bob's Unique Badges, His Book, and...

“ we were slipping and sliding down Spring Garden street”

This interview was conducted in November 2018 in Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey. Burak Cimen(17) interviewed his godmother Ilene Kaplan(70). Ilene discussed her childhood and her travel expeditions as a young adult. She also remembered her parents and their summer...