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[Recorded on October 26, 2021] Cristina Amador ('24) and Olivia Paschal (PhD '26) share their experiences growing up in open-minded Christian households, the decisions that led them both to the University of Virginia, and their disapproval of partisan labels.

Susan Mather (58) and her son Nicholas Mather (35) share a conversation about their family, their careers, their Faith, and their hopes for the future.

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Steve tells his story about career changes from ballet to occupational health therapy, his path toward Buddhism, personal relationship and connecting back to community through volunteering.

Living with kindness. Finding truth. Creating a successful life.

Dad enjoys music and Buddhism.

We discussed Mr. Crawford's religious/spiritual journey from Catholicism to Buddhism. Mr. Crawford recounts the way his spirituality has shaped not only his life, but his marriage and his experience as a father.

Talked with my brother, Cameron, regarding his thoughts on what his future holds. We also touched base on his past.

One Small Step participants Mary Wessel (28) and Katherine "Kathie" Gulotta (68) talk about their faith journeys, their careers, and share some of the most meaningful moments in the work they do.

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Erin Good age 21 interviews her roommate Amanda Simpson age 21 as well. we talk about her religion and what she believes in.

The interview is on a friend named, Ryan Kim. He is a student in Auburn University and is 19 years old. We talked about his job, family, and other personal matters.

Monica Whatley (32) interviews her friend, Bandele [no name given] (73), about his incarceration in the custody of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Bandele reflects on what he learned during the 33 years during which he was detained, his relationship...

Cousins discuss spirituality, the meaning of life, and the rockstars they love

Ray Lein talks about his experience with racism

One Small Step partners Anita Wiggins (65) and Deborah Callahan (56) discuss major events that shaped them, their spirituality as a Catholic and a Mormon, the difficulty raising children with or without their shared beliefs, and self-love.

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Joe Brettillo (50) and One Small Step partner Carlos Kyles (37) about their experiences feeling ostracized from their communities, influential family members, and their spirituality.

Dustin talks about how he navigates life as an Episcopalian.

Rachael Mott (51) and her mother, Patricia Mott (82), share a conversation about Patricia's upbringing, experiences in school, and enjoyment of baseball.

I interviewed Ryan Muns and asked about his music career and Selah his concert. Ryan also talks about his near death experience and his journey to creating a powerful stage performance.

[Recorded Tuesday, February 1, 2022] Grace (78) and Susan (75) recorded a One Small Step conversation together in Charlottesville, Virginia. They discussed activism, military families, and the influence of their religious and spiritual beliefs on their politics.

Ms. Ahn shared her story about how Buddhism identifies in her life in high school, college, and now.

One Small Step partners, Emily Rushing (70) and Fred Bennett (76) discuss the changing landscape of news, media literacy, social issues, and being Christians who value diversity and racial reconciliation.

One Small Step partners Salena Stokley [no age given] and Donald “Don” Allcock (72) talk about their families, their faith, and their careers.