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In this interview I was talking to my mom, we talked about her life as a kid, experiences she had, and she talked about lessons she learned.

Kincaid siblings talk about their early life in Greenview, IL.

I, Kamryn Michael, ask my aunt questions about her childhood, school, career, motherhood, and how she wants to be remembered.

“Family is Family” these are the words of Kitzi Ball. To her, family means everything. She goes out of her way to please her family and to spend time with them. She stands up for what she believes in and...

This interview was conducted November 24, 2018 in Springfield Illinois. In this interview I learned about my Great Uncle Ron’s childhood. I also learned about our ancestors coming to America way back when. He also gave advice about life, growing...

Joe Zettek tells Jan Stone-Paris about his work, army life, marriage and family.

In this recording, Hinsdale Central students Kiernan Lynch and Rachel Fuechtman discuss their thoughts on “A Tale of Two Cities” and how they interpreted the characters and themes.

James Valentine (58) shares a conversation with his mother, Doris Dolph (91), about her childhood, family, nursing career, volunteer work, and autobiographical book.

In this interview, high school senior, Allegra Dugan, talks to her older sister, Micaela Dugan, about finding a love for reading and how Micaela's attitude toward classic literature has grown. They discuss life lessons learned from novels and teachers and...

Clementina Gamboa described her life growing up in Jalisco, Mexico and making the journey to Chicago and finally Evergreen Park, IL.

Mike Johnson and Alfred Orrico share how a friendship began through meeting for lunch at the senior center

John talks about his life as a journalist, soldier, and a diplomat.

Deborah Davidson (68) sits down with her friend Patricia Thomas Ivery (63) to ask about Patricia's childhood, the wisdom that she has gained throughout her life, and the dreams that she still hopes to achieve.

My dad and I talked about childhood memories and what’s important in his life.

Mid-century, post World War II attendees of Ravinia School recount their memories.

My dad and I talk about a book

Katie Attar interviews her grandma about her life growing up

How my mom felt when coming to the U.S and some of her fond memories.

The story of my mom and the rest of the family starting a new life in North Carolina

Questions such as, What was school like when you were younger and what was your favorite thing invention are answered by a 105 year old female.

This is a live interview including stories and personal views about my great Aunt, Diane Esmael.

What we talked about was just my mothers experience in the past.

Today’s discussion was about the history of my maternal side of the family. Where we come from and how we most of the family is now located in Madison, Illinois. The history of the maiden last name Deboe and the...

For Thanksgiving, Quin's Grandma came from Decatur, Illinois and stayed for the week. On Saturday, Quin decided to interview her, and this is that interview.

Helen Cuprisin tells a story about the growth of Evergreen Park