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Sabrina King (20) interviews Stephanie Williams (51) about her experience organizing and advocating for her community, reflecting on the barriers she has overcome as a Black woman in politics and the importance of representation. In 2018, Stephanie became the first...

Bonnie Weber, 60?, grandma. discussed position in office and the process of government

Spouses Florence "Floss" Whalen (89) and Richard "Dick" Whalen (89) interview each other about their childhoods, marriage, family, and occupations.

Rabia Rahman gives a summary of her life experiences in the United States.

Sean Morin, a 20-year-old student from Braintree, Massachusetts, speaks with his father, Peter Morin, 61. Peter Morin works as the town administrator of Norwell, Massachusetts, a small-town South of Boston. A career in law and government has taught him a...

This interview between Leonard and Debra Shearer begins with Debra's recollections of her childhood and later life experiences as well as her reflections on those experiences. From education to wealth and poverty, Debra covers some of the critical facets of...

Gregory White (61) speaks to new acquaintance and conversation partner Kevin Alarcon (25) about working in Decatur, Georgia as the Director of Decatur Parks and Recreation and how he has seen the Decatur community change over the years.

This is an interview all about the 1980s. All questions evolve around things that took place in the 1980s.

Tammy de Weerd (60) talks with friend and colleague, Joe Borton (48), about her journey into community involvement and politics as the mayor of Meridian.

One Small Step conversation partners Julie Coulombe (55) and Sharon Zandman-Zeman (70) talk about their political beliefs, diversity in politics, and rigid political ideals.

One Small Step partners Tracy Myers (65) and Kathleen Peake (65) discuss small government, talking politics with family members, and respecting other's beliefs.

Lois Larsen Walker (73) talks to her daughter, Donna Walker James (48), about living in Alexandria. She recounts saving bricks from demolished buildings, fighting for school integration, and contributing to the community.

Steve Desroches (47) talks to his high school history teacher Dr. William Hanna (74) about their hometown Taunton, Massachusetts and the importance of studying history.

My dad and I talked about what was popular when he was younger and what it was like back then. Also, he said where he was during important historical events.

Martha Lutman Brogan (69) talks with her colleague Margaret Sullivan (47) with whom she worked on the Ives Squared innovation space at the New Haven Free Public Library. They remember the community stakeholders they collaborated with on the project, as...

[Recorded: Friday, March 3, 2023] Ann (72) and Gregory (18) have a One Small Step conversation in Charlottesville, Virginia. Ann is a representative of the White Hall District on the Albemarle County Board of Supervisors. Gregory is an undergraduate student...

Coworkers Anindita "Andy" Anaam (36) and Timber Smith (49) talk about working in local government, living in Wisconsin, and how they support one another as colleagues.

Colleagues and One Small Step partners Tracy Hall (50) and Mary Balkema (55) talk about their careers in local politics, their perspectives on public service, and the life lessons they have taken away from their work.

A One Small Step conversation between Alexander Muromcew (59) and Kelsey Yarzab (24) at the public library in Jackson Hole, Wyoming where they discuss their beliefs and opinions around Libertarianism and Communitarianism, Capitalism and Socialism, and the role of government....

One Small Step partners Brian Pressnall (63) and Luci McDowell (72) have a conversation about grandkids as a reward for having kids, leaving the country for the first time, and not feeling appreciative of anyone currently running for presidential office.

I Interview my father, David, as he recounts his experience and perceptions on the important historical events of his life, and how they have shaped him. He recounts his experience seeing 9/11 and Columbine happens on the news. He also...

Mary Reddit (62) interviews her colleague and friend County Commissioner Merceria Ludgood (70) about her life of public service, what she wishes more people knew about the justice system, and how she would like to be remembered.

My dad took the time to answer questions about history that affected him. He talked about what it was like to be a part of the Gulf War 1 and explained what it was about and he talked about how...

One Small Step partners Michelle Deardorff (56) and Tucker McClendon (27) discuss education, their political values, and their careers.

Colleagues Monica Jojola (53), Gina Euell (56), and Phoebe Suina (46) reflect on their experiences as Native women business leaders and share their biggest influences and the lessons they have learned.