Ariana and Mamama

n this interview, conducted on November 25 2018 in Santa Monica, California, Ariana Mousavi (13) interviews her grandma, Lourdes (Lula) Badkoubei about her childhood and growing up in Arequipa, Peru. She had hobbies like hanging out with siblings, camping and...

Growing Up in the Suburbs of LA

Gabriel talks about a canal that he used to play in as a child and how LA differs now from the 80s.

The story of being in the military

My dad tells about how it was being in the military and giving details about his life that I didn’t get to see when I was little.

The Great Thanksgiving Listen 2017

In this interview my mom and I talked about her childhood and how she was growing up. We also talked about what she wants me to do in my future and how she wants me to be successful.

Interview With My Father

My father talks about the differences between China and America. He also talks about his experience as a first-generation immigrant.

Interview with Lynn Edmunds

We talked about her childhood memories growing up in northern California in the 70s. She discussed a funny childhood story, the loss of her best friend when she was eleven, the interesting farm life of her parents, and the jobs...

Joe’s story

In this interview, conducted in November 2017 in California, Artesia, Marilyn Ayala (13) interviews her uncle Joe (37) about his life. Joe talks about his childhood and drugs. 25 minutes we talk about his experience in the Las Vegas Route...

Interviewing my Grandma (Obachan)

We talked about the history of my grandma and how it was like moving to America. We also found out funny stories about my dad and uncle.

Driving for Opportunity

My father, Steve, talks about his journey to the US and why he did it. The beautiful sights of California, greater opportunities, and cars influenced his decision to leave the United Kingdom.

The Great Thanksgiving Listen 2017 11/27/17

My mom told me some old men worked about making friends and teachers that have helped her.

Story Corps Assignment

We discussed the differences between childhood aspirations and current ones. We also discussed how Katy’s goals have evolved throughout the years and why they have changed.

Interview with my mom

In this interview, I ask my mom personal questions about her childhood. You will hear her discuss where she's from, if she regrets anything, what the ups and downs are of being a parent, and recall some good/ bad memories...

StoryCorps Interview Project With My Mom

Mother and daughter reflect on past memories together and share inspirational stories with one another as they learn more about each individual and what is was like grow and live in a loving, God-filled relationship.

Rosa G: la historia de su inmigración a los dieciocho años.
December 12, 2023 App Interview

Rosa y su historia de inmigración ella emigró en 1994 a la edad de dieciocho años hablamos sobre el motivo y cómo se adaptó a la nueva vida y los desafíos que enfrentó. Y otras preguntas fueron respondidas en base...

Raluca Narita and Lucian Narita talk about life experience and coming to America

In this interview, conducted in December 3, 2017, Raluca Narita interviews her father (age 46) about his childhood, immigration to America and life experience in general. Mr. Narita speaks about life in a communist country and his career both in...

Interview with my Grandpa <3

Asking my grandfather questions about his childhood and how he thinks America has changed.

Susan The Scot

Susan is my unofficial "aunt" who moved here from Scotland 27 years ago. I have known her since I was a little girl, she was my next door neighbor as a kid. This is her immigration story.