Laverna’s Interview

Avery (17) interviews Laverna (73) about her life in Michigan, travels to California, relationships with parents, love life, grief, and exploring the United States.

Jane Motta and Raya Jabboure

[Recorded: Tuesday, March 19th, 2024] UVA students Jane Motta (22) from Fredericksburg, VA and Raya Jabboure (21) from McLean, VA recorded a One Small Step conversation as part of their course (Lead from Anywhere). We discussed how our parents and...

Evan Crowne and Lyla Denny

[Recorded: Tuesday, March 19th, 2024] UVA Students Evan Crowne (22) from Virginia and Lyla Dennny (22) from Wyoming/Connecticut recorded a One Small Step conversation as a part of their course Lead from Anywhere. They discussed political influences in their childhood,...

Lauren Vaillancourt and Anika Wadehra

[Recorded Monday, February 26, 2024] UVA students Lauren Vaillancourt (19) from Yorktown, VA, and Anika Wadehra (19) from Loudoun County, VA, recorded a One Small Step conversation as part of their course "Democracy and Public Service." Both students grew up...

Until You Met Me

Yada Taepanicharoen(16) and her mother, Rachel Taepanicharoen(51), talk about her life's significant moments. She shares some of her hopes growing up and a snippet into rough times in her young adult life. Her answers reflect the love she has for...

Emma Blumberg and Femi Shaikh

[Recorded: Tuesday, February 20, 2024] UVA students Emma Blumberg (19) from Long Island, New York, and Femi Shaikh (20) from Lorton, Virginia recorded a One Small Step conversation as part of their course Democracy and Public Service. During this conversation,...

Expectations of Nigerian Immigrant Children

I, Oluebube Clara Onwudiwe, talk with Lois Duru about the expectations placed on Nigerian Immigrant Children. We discuss the stereotype that Nigerian Immigrant Children are very smart and self-sufficient and so do not need any help. Listen as we challenge...