Mr. Green

Mr. Green is my former 7th grade science teacher and is now my advising counselor for a college prep program called Upward Bound. Growing up he faced challenges and preserved to get to where he is today. He has been...

Megan and Ashley interview of their grandpa

We had 27 questions and George’s granddaughters each asked him questions. They seemed to have fun.

Evaluating artistic potential with Jen Waldman

Mara Jill Herman (Astoria) interviews Jen Waldman (Manhattan) on May 12, 2021. They discuss early dance recitals, teenage enterprising, getting messy with Musical Theater, YoungArts, and adapting the Jen Waldman Studio to a thriving virtual community.

Impact Labs

Mark’s work as an educator at The Athenian School.

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Jessica Simmons and Liam Carey

Liam Carey (45) interviews his spouse, Jessica Simmons (45), about her background in education, her experience running for city council as a first-time candidates, and her hopes for New York City.

Archive Oologah- Christi Harper

Madison Watson and Jamie Marrara from Archive Oologah interviewed Christi Harper, a science teacher at Oologah High School. She discusses her time as a student at Oologah and how that compares to her experience as a teacher here.

Thanksgiving Interview with my Kenyan Mama

Interviewing my mom over Thanksgiving holiday on the importance of literacy, education, and languages as a bridge to cultures.

Sreeram Mandava – Interview with Parents

My parents and I discussed their educational background along with their opinions on the requirements to find success in America. Additionally, they provided context to how their culture influenced their success in the jobs.

Xin Qi and Tianbing Xia talk about growing up in Beijing

In this interview conducted in December 2017 in Plano, Texas, Jennifer Xia interviews her dad Tianbing Xia and mom Cindy Qi about what is was like growing up in China, especially school life. Tianbing Xia shares insight on what day...

Professor David Hicks Discusses His Career in Anthropology

David Hicks (84) talks about the beginning of his life and early school years in Wales and all the way through his career and recent retirement with his granddaughter, Clara (13). Professor Hicks discusses what sparked his interest in the...

The Difference in News from Nepal to America: Anjoo Pokharel’s Take as a Former Journalist in Both Countries

Aayam Bastola interviews his mother Anjoo Pokharel, a former journalist, about the differences in news from Nepal to that in America. She delves into topics like revolts, western culture, and thirst for knowledge as she describes her point of view...

Katie Costello and Frank Costello (Thanksgiving 2018)
November 23, 2018 App Interview

My grandfather tells me about his childhood in 1940s New Jersey, and how his family helped him to be the man he is today.

Rashmi Kapse and Mukta Kapse

Rashmi Kapse (18) talks with her mother, Mukta Kapse (44) about her transition from living a well-to-do life in India to moving to the United States as a result of marriage. The conversation then transitions into discussing her experiences after...

Scott Verkuilen and Drew Sandberg

Drew Sandberg (49) tells the story of how he visited his friend in Taos, New Mexico in the year 2000 where he was met with the natives of the area during Yuletide, a celebration that takes place around thanksgiving.

Karen Fine discusses growing up in Brooklyn and how she got to Highland Park

In this interview, conducted on November 26, 2017 in Deerfield, Illinois, Zach Fine (16) interviews his mother Karen Fine (48) about her childhood in Brooklyn. Karen shares experiences from her time in Brooklyn as well as her life in college....

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Tiara Evans and Asha John

Friends Tiara Evans (27) and Asha John (27) reflect on hard periods of their lives and how those experiences made them who they are today. They discuss what adulthood means for their generation and the importance of not forgetting to...