FYS Interview about the theme of Occupation with Gary by Russell

I interviewed Gary for my First Year Seminar class at Marshall University. Our FYS class has been focusing on critical thinking and how thoughtfully developed and artfully asked questions can lead to enriching and enlightening stories. Frank Sesno's book Ask...

Baba’s Life

My grandpa, Gary Oberti, has had a life full of experiences and hardships, but through it all he has kept a positive mindset.

Sit down interview with Joshua

A look into the life of Josh and the decisions he made growing up. For my benefit I asked questions pertaining to my degree and desired career.

Chris Benadom’s Story

This interview takes a step back and focuses Chris Benadom’s life. It talks about the triumphs, the defeats, and everything in between.

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Nick Najjar and Randy Najjar

Randy Najjar (34) interviews his father Nick Najjar (63) about immigrating from Iraq to the United States, working to support his family, running his own business, and being a father.

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Matt Everson and Lewis Brown
December 8, 2023 OSS Hub

One Small Step conversation partners Matt Everson (51) and Lewis "Lew" Brown (59) discuss thier son's struggles, capitalism, and politics.

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Angela Edmond and Thomas Hills

One Small Step conversation partners Thomas "Tommy" Hills (78) and Angela Edmond (58) discuss how their professional lives shaped their political views, their love of Georgia, and their political beliefs.

Intentional friendship

I (Joey) wanted to learn more about my extraordinary friend (Billy). We talked about life, goal setting, family relationships, travel, managing Lyme disease, business success and overcoming failures.

Grandpa’s life in Iran and America

Eddie Khachaturian, 86 years old, grandfather of Isabelle Davis, 15 years old. He grew up in Iran, got his first job at 16 working with his father, then permanently moved to America after 10 years of marriage. He brought his...

Career Interview

Today, I am sitting down with a local business owner who had decided to share her thoughts and idea for her career.

Simran Notani gives her perspective and opinion about COVID-19

Simran Notani, a PA resident, gives her thoughts and views about what impact the recent pandemic, COVID-19 has caused on her life. Simran is one out of many who are panicking and praying that this crisis will avert soon.

Interview with Ronald Paul Herbruck II (My Dad)

I sat down and interviewed my father. Me and my dad talked about his business and work he has done and is doing. The conversation helped me know what he does better.

Logan speaks with his father, Paul, about his experiences playing football and how the sport changed his life.

From the leadership qualities learned to the injuries sustained, the sport of football has changed my father's outlook on life. Here, we discuss the most significant examples of this.

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Jay Foreman and Ashley Mady

Jay Foreman (57) talks with his mentee, Ashley Mady (36), about his company, Basic Fun!, how he entered the toy industry, and his family.

Friend From a Far

My interview was of my mom's best friend that is a general manager for Dominios. The reason I interviewed Peggy was to change things up; to see what someone else's life was like and not just my family because I...

A travel agent’s story

A look back at the travel career of Dewey Budd with some of the highlights from his trips and places he’s visited.

Common Ground Tacony Oral History Project: John Cambridge

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...

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Leticia Acosta and Judith Lima

Judith Lima (25) shares a conversation with her mentor, Leticia Acosta (44), about participating in Subiendo Academy at the University of Texas, her experience in college, and the value of community and mentorship.

The Life of a Baker

Shelby LeCoq describes her life as a baker and how she became successful.