A conversation with Milton Scoutaris: hide and seek and Tips the dog

Milton talks about getting to play hide and seek with the big kids in 1938 and a trick he taught his dog, Tips.

The Impact of Animals

I interviewed Ms. Jennifer McCoy, an art teacher at East High School, on February 13th, 2018. We talked about the dogs she has rescued and how they’ve had an impact on her. The purpose of this interview was to support...

Bill Stark from Michigan City, Indiana interviewed by his husband, Dan Loges from their home in Raleigh, North Carolina.

Bill talks about growing up in the 1970's in Michigan City, Indiana. He remembers his pets and a dramatic and tragic experience that changed his life.

“I’ve learned there are a lot of people who have deaf dogs.”

When you enter PJ’s Backlot Feed and Emporium in Baytown, Texas, you probably will be greeted by Angel. If the Great Dane rescue doesn’t respond to what you’re saying, it’s because she is deaf. Her owner, Paula Winters, fitted her...

The Life of John West Part 3

Gracie West interviewed her father, John West on his life on December 10th, 2017. In this interview, he describes his fondest childhood memories, his school life, all of his different jobs, and his biggest regrets in life.

The Life of John West Part 2

"We lived on our bikes, we swam every day, and had a great time." Gracie West interviewed her father, John West on his life on December 10th, 2017. In this interview, he describes his fondest childhood memories, his school life,...

The Life of John West Part 1

"We lived on our bikes, we swam every day, and had a great time." Gracie West interviewed her father, John West on his life on December 10th, 2017. In this interview, he describes his fondest childhood memories, his school life,...

Getting To Know The Person You Know Best

Did you ever wonder what your parents were like before you came along? On November 26, 2017, at the age of 15, Topper Guild interviewed his mother, Toni Kotite, about her childhood and how that influenced her choice of career....

Emily, My Sister, Reflects on Reading

My sister, Emily, sits down with me to discuss her own relationship with reading and how it’s been a vital part of her culinary career in several ways.

My Parents Reflect on Reading and Literacy

I have a conversation with my parents about their personal histories with reading and how Literacy has shaped their lives and careers.

My Grandma Gigi’s childhood.

I am Daniel Mueller and I am 14 years old and I took this interview with my Grandma Gigi who lives alone nearby and she has dementia. We took this interview in my house after thanksgiving dinner on November 23,...

My Lovely Grandma

Wilma Smith (83) talks about her pets, childhood, parenting, and values. Get it here first from the cutest grandmother - a beloved friend to all who enjoys baking and spending time with her family, friends, and dog Pluto.

The Great Thanksgiving Listen with Gramma

We talked about her childhood, dogs, relationships, and her hobbies