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My name is Grace Schiff, I am 14 years old, and I interviewed my aunt, Melissa Malone, in Encino, California. She grew up in Colorado, but moved to Los Angeles because of her love for acting. In this interview she...

what school was like’ what her family was like, and what school was like

Estela Escuro (15) - granddaughter Avelina Ortiz (75) - grandma Discussed family heritage and other questions about life.

My sister Cindy answered a few questions I asked. She shared some inspirational figures about herself. She has learned so much and is still learning till this day.

My mom talks about growing up and what life was like when she was younger.

Jane Clemmer shares about being the only girl growing up, blind dates that turn into life long marriages, and the importance of family and friends. Stories about her children and grandchild are not only meaningful, but delightful.

This interview, conducted December 30, 2020 in Tustin, California Brady Steinle (12) interviewed his grandfather, Thomas Roddel (81).I learned so much about my grandpa’s life. I learned about some of his personal experiences, childhood and his accomplishments. He talked about...

We just talked about life and what she has accomplished

Thu shared her story and Journey from Vietnam to the united States with her village. Thu discussed how their strong faith and love of their family kept them strong.

Discussed Mom's life and work as a gas station owner and restaurateur.

In this interview, conducted on November 30th, 2019 in Valley Village, California, David Lee (이한빈) interviews his maternal grandmother Sang-shim Kim (김상심, ≈70), encompassing a variety of topics. She talks about her childhood, school, dream, marriage, daughter (David’s mother). She...

In this interview, conducted in Nov 2018 in California, Alameda, Cameron Padgette (14) interviews his mother Heather Padgette about her family and her Dad's (Robert B. Clapp) participation in the Vietnam War.

We talked about the history of my mother's side of the family from the oldest and wisest living member of the family.

My father tells me about how working hard and being flexible to different cultures and lifestyles is valuable in life, how he wants me to find happiness and be happy, and recounts his experiences. Immigrating from Venezuela to Syria to...

A moment to discuss some of my mother's view points and growing up with her family.

I ask my mom a series of questions about her life. As well as how she was like. A few sad and happy moments. As well as how she feels about us.

Eugene Milton Williams, also known as "Milton," discusses his life and experience as a member of the Oakland Fire Department. Milton was the first African-American firefighter to integrate Oakland fire houses between 1954 and 1955. This interview was conducted by...

In this excerpt, Crystal (29) discusses people who she admires as well as the backbone of the family, our grandmother.

I interviewed my older sister who is 23. We talked about her childhood and love life.

Paige McLaughlin (17) interviews her mother Karin McLaughlin (47) about the past and present of her life. She shares lessons learned, happy memories, difficult memories, and how this has connected to her life today.

Shaina Lawrence (31) talks with her cousin Molly Lawler (27) on how the COVID-19 Pandemic has impacted her, and about life in general.

In this interview, conducted on December 15th, 2023, in Santa Monica, California, Andrew Bernknopf (60) talks with his son, Leo Bernknopf (15) about how his Jewish religion and faith in God has shaped his perspective of the world. He shares...

Ashton Ross interviews his father Kevin Ross about his life, values, and family history. And they discuss the regional history of California, Arizona, and Mexico, and what it’s like to live on the border of two unique cultures.

Jesus Blanco(15) talks with his mom, Maria (49), about her life and their family history.

My Aunt Tracy and Aunt Dana’s story starting from when their parents met all the way to their teenage years.