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Kinshasa Vargas-Pile (47) talks to her wife, Heather Riley (41), about her love for being a librarian, especially in Baltimore, and the sense of community she has found through it.

Tim Paulitz talks about the Koppel Farm Community Gardens in Pullman, Washington and the ways community gardens build relationships, improve food access, and connect people to place.

Rural Roots, Inc. has had a wide and diverse impact on small farms and local food systems on the Palouse and in the Inland Northwest. Community-based and farmer-grown, this nonprofit organization has played a significant role in changing the local...

We talked about the inspiration and mission behind the start of Backyard Harvest, a Moscow, Idaho nonprofit organization working in partnership with their community to connect those with extra fresh produce and those who need it. . And then explored...

For almost 20 years, the Idaho Cultivating Success Program has provided production, marketing and business education for sustainable small farms and ranches across Idaho. Most recently, Idaho Cultivating Success launched a new program, Idaho Farm Link, connecting beginning farmers seeking...

We chatted with Brian Bell from the Whitman Conservation District about the history and significance of the work conservation districts do to save soil, enhance wildlife habitat and improve water quality across the Palouse.

Established in 1974, the Moscow Food Co-op is a cooperatively-owned grocery store whose staff and owners are working together to nourish and nurture their community. As an advocate for Palouse producers and families affected by food insecurity, the Moscow Food...

Cinda Williams, retired University of Idaho Extension Educator, talks about the rise of sustainable agriculture and small farm programs at the University of Idaho.

My name is Nikita Udayakumar and I am a student of the University Honors Program. In December 2018, I had the opportunity to interview my dad about his unique experience immigrating to the United States and forming a sense of...

I interviewed my two uncles and my mom about their experience being in LA when the Rodney King riots occurred.

Our interview is about Gabby, a former foster child and her adoptive mother Karla. In the interview, the two of them talk about the beginning of their life together which includes heartfelt sentiments, life-changing moments, and memories of a unique...

The Butterfly Pavilion in Holmesberg, Philadelphia, PA is lovingly owned and run by John Cambridge. After a tumultuous start in a dubious situation, John and his small staff that feels like family banded together to make a thriving success of...

Ben talks to his grandma, Naomi Eisley, about her experiences during the 2017, North Bay Firestorm. Naomi never lost her house, but she was displaced for several weeks, for which time she lived with Ben's family.

Mattie Sheafor (51) and her friend Amy Skinner (55) talk about being mountain climbers and their climber friends who have died in accidents, including Amy's late-husband Todd Skinner.

Franki FBK, writer, newspaper columnist, entrepreneur and freelancer, shares her views on the value of press freedom in the U.S. with Eline Marx, from PEN America.

Fabiola Resto & Pedro Damasceno speak prior to a vigil held for the victims of the tragedy at Stoneman Douglas High School on February 14th, 2018— a day prior to the date of this conversation. Fabiola shares her first-hand experience...

Marah Herbach ’01 and her mother Judith Katz ’66 recall the tangible and intangible connections they made at Wellesley, tying them to generations of Wellesley students.

Jean Hynes ’91 and Jeanne Emanuel ’91 commemorate their lifelong friendship, and the relationships fostered during their time at Wellesley.

Friends Helen Marshall ’77 and Sally Greenville ’76 define the “Wellesley Effect” as the backbone of the largest supportive community of women in the world.

Regina and I discuss the importance of natural areas in our neighborhood at Lake Arbor Park in Arvada, CO.

Jamez Terry (34) describes his experience in the variety trans road show and how the show impacted various communities and how he became a chaplain.

MLin (23) talks to Kenji Oshima (54), Steve Lew (57), and Prescott Chow (age not given) about their community organizing experiences with the Gay Asian Pacific Alliance Community HIV Project (GCHP).

James Conway (69) shares with Maureen Connor (67) his journey and profound learning as a healthcare executive in patient- and family-centered care, through partnership with patients, family members, staff, clinical/administrative leaders, and trustees.

Joe Schroeder (61) speaks to his mentor and best friend, Benny Bunting (61) about Benny's work as an advocate for farmers.

Two friends discussing growing up in Columbus, Georgia around the downtown area.