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...

Sophia and Yasmin Dmytruk; Japanese Culture to American

Yasmin Dmytruk (48) gets interviewed by her daughter, Sophia Dmytruk (16), for better understanding of her mother's culture, how she came to be, and challenges they both faced together.

“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...

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...

Working in Another Language

Despite being in Japan for the earthquake in 2011, Gerald Hirshberg doesn't tell that story, because stories of interacting with the place and the people are far more earthshattering. In November of 2017, Kate Hirshberg interviewed her grandfather, Gerald 'Jerry'...

Small Town vs. Big City Life

This conversation give listeners an inside look into small town vs. big city living and how the two affect quality of life.

Ryan Hutchins and George Ross talk about religion and spirituality
November 5, 2022 App Interview

Ryan (18) interviews his grandfather George (78) talk about religious experience, foods and culture, and american politics. George talks about his experience with several different denominations and places of worship. He talks about his love of cooking and favorite foods...

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.

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.

Ai Choo Kong – A Life of Resiliency and Compassion

Ai Choo Kong (“Lovely Pearl”), age 84, interviewed by her daughter, Lin Min Kong (“Bright Forrest”), age 52, about her life growing up in Malaysia, including enduring the Japanese occupation, emigrating to the US, and living in rural North Carolina....

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.

Interview with Dad — Blog 3

Interviewing my father about his culture and background and how that impacted his life.

“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...