About Mommy Tutu

Today, I learned about a very important person in my life. We talked about her past and what she hoped for her future.

Female President

Ini Efiom-Ekaha had 6 children that she raised to become very successful. Throughout this journey, she learned French, became the first female president of her insurance agency, and became a member of the Risk Management Society.

Kekoa Enomoto + Kauwela Bisquera
December 29, 2023 App Interview

In May 2022, Kauwela Bisquera completed a storytelling training alongside 12 extraordinary individuals, led by SMALL TOWN * BIG ART artist Leilehua Yuen. Our team paired each participant with an intergenerational partner to engage in a 40-minute, audio-recorded "Talk Story"...

Intervewing my nigerian step father about Nigerian political movement: End sars

I decided to interview my step father who lived in Nigeria his whole life and ask him about the political movement in nigeria regarding Sars

Hawaii Inside Out

A conversation about Hawaii between a tourist and new resident during the 2022 holiday season

Joyce Kawahara + Dean Tokishi
December 29, 2023 App Interview

Here, 47-year old Dean Tokishi of the Kahoʻolawe Island Reserve Commission talks story with his fourth grade teacher from Kahului Elementary School, 79-year old Joyce Kawahara -- or, Tutu K. The goal of the Hui Mo‘olelo program is to capture...

The Biafra War: A Perspective from My Grandmother

A look at one of Nigeria's crucial disheartening moment in history, the Biafra War, from the view of my grandmother. Note: (my sister is having a tantrum so she's screaming, sorry)

Olubunmi Afolabi & Ty Afolabi

I asked questions about the interviewee early life and experiences growing up living in Nigeria before moving to the united states and asked questions to prove our relationship as siblings.

Interview with Mary Ellen Chijioke

In December 2017 I had the privilege of interviewing Mary Chijioke. Mary is the youngest of 5 children of Douglas and Alice Wardell Graffin of Chappaqua, New York, USA. She is the wife of Mark Chijioke, and together they have...

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Weruche George and Rae George

Rae George (17) interviews her mother, Weruche George (44), about her high school experience in Nigeria, life advice she has for young people, and the hopes she has for her children.

English Interview

During this interview we talked about my mother Evelyn’s Life.

Enjoying What Is With Mom

It’s important to never underestimate yourself. You can do so much by yourself and even more with people supporting you. There are so many joys in this world, but family brings the most joy.

Zoe interviewing her grandpa

Zoe goes to interview her grandpa and he talks about his life over the years.

Bruce Uʻu & Nohe Uʻu-Hodgins
December 28, 2023 App Interview

Here, father-daughter duo Bruce & Nohe talk story about Hawaiian Canoe Club, which is based in the heart of Kahului. The goal of the Hui Mo‘olelo program is to capture an authentic moment of connection through stories that are embedded...

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Natya Stroud and Fawzia Khan

One Small Step conversation partners Natya Stroud (43) and Fawzia Khan (56) discuss family, career, and faith journeys. They share their approach to the politics & their hopes for the future of this country.

John McCandless (aka Johnny Mac) + Dean Tokishi
December 29, 2023 App Interview

In May 2022, Dean Tokishi completed a storytelling training alongside 12 extraordinary individuals, led by SMALL TOWN * BIG ART artist Leilehua Yuen. Our team paired each participant with an intergenerational partner to engage in a 40-minute, audio-recorded "Talk Story"...

Raymond Harris

The origins of and advice given by Raymond Harris himself. This interview also covers his personal life and as well as his childhood memories of his relatives and others who inspired him.