Emmanuel Adebanjo and his dad Isaac Adebanjo talk about the process of Immigration and Change

In this interview, conducted in June 2, 2018 in Chicago, Illinois, Emmanuel Adebanjo (18) interviews his father Isaac Adebanjo (59) about his journey and lessons learned from Nigeria to America. My dad shares his stories about his childhood, inspirations and...

“Learn, the next day learn more and on the third day keep learning”

My grandparent Pascual Simpson, 82, said that education is the most important thing a person has. Also said I shouldn't admire him because he lacks one. Let me tell you why he’s wrong. He didn’t finish school, but he became...

Michell Pacheco and her mom Cecilia Osorio talk about her childhood and life lessons learned

In this interview conducted in November 2021 in Orange, CA, Michell (24) interviews her mom Cecilia Osorio (45) about her childhood growing up with her grandparents. Ms. Osorio talks about her home life, wisdom imparted by her grandparents and what...

Thanksgiving Interview with Family Member

My mom and I talked about a lot of her childhood memories and how education is very important to our family. She explained one of her trips to Germany and still to this day that is her favorite. I personally...

Mom’s interview

This is an interview with my mom, where I ask her about views on USSR, about her parents, childhood, where she works and what she studied, and immigration.

Jordon Ruff and Riley Berry

18 year old daughter interviews her mother who had her at the age of 18.

Klein Family History: Bob and Sally Klein Part III

My third recording session with my grandparents, Bob and Sally Klein, discussing their feelings and memories of our past/present family and all the pets and dogs that they have had over the years.

Skye talks about growing up

I interview Skye about her experiences growing up in an unstable household where she had to move around a lot in high school, almost joined the military, and eventually ended up at Concordia College in Moorhead, Minnesota.

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.

Good Vibes and Maple Syrup Fingers

Gracie, 16, talks to her mother Christine, 50, about being a mom, COVID, and holding hands.

The Space Explosion of 86’ : Gerald Morrison

Conversation with my father about his experience with the space shuttle explosion of 86, and it’s context in modern politics.

Teaching as a Black Woman in America with Satya Muhammad

I ask my mother, Satya Muhammad, about her experiences as a teacher and mother and how they coalesce.

Growing up rural vs city

Hello, I’m Jackson (18) and my friend, Ann Rae (18), talked about the difference of growing up in a rural setting vs an urban setting. we talked about childhood memories, high school, and family.

Educational Pressures with Kyle White

Kyle White talks about how the education system has changed since he was a teen

Telling HERstory Podcast Bonus Episode: In Her Own Words

An excerpt from a recently rediscovered recording from December 25, 2008, where Mrs. Rosa T. Beard (1919-2010) shared in her own words, how she ended up pursuing her Master’s degree at Columbia University.

Growing up speaking a different language

Brooke Kangas (18) talks with her grandmother, Grace Kangas (75) about her childhood growing up speaking Finish and how it has affected her life today.

“Being a Stepmom, Whatever that Looks Like.”

Kaden talks to his stepmom about her life and what it was like being a stepmom in a relationship with kids already there. He learns a lot about what she did growing up and what it's like living with arthritis...

Lizzy interviewing her grandma about about her life and her childhood

Lizzy asks her grandma all sorts of questions about her life and her family. Grandma Weber describes growing up herself and raising her own kids.

Ruth Hagemeier shares her influential experiences with sewing throughout her life.

Sewing has always been a big an important part of Ruths life. In this interview, she describes why it is meaningful to her and some big projects she's been able to participate in.