Todd Western on Being a Black Farmer in Iowa

Todd Western III talks about the legacy of being from one of the first black farming families in Iowa, building community between black farmers, and the inaugural Iowa Farmers of Color Conference.

Pete Kerns Looks for Lost Pigs

Pete Kerns remembers when his pigs escape into the woods of Iowa, and the week of searching with community members that ensued.

Virginia Webb and Camille Williams

[Recorded: Tuesday, March 19, 2024] UVA students Virginia Webb (21) from Lynchburg, Virginia and Camille Williams (22) from Summit, New Jersey recorded a One Small Step conversation as part of their course 'Lead From Anywhere'. They talked about their experiences...

HC and CG

[Recorded: Wednesday, March 20, 2024] UVA students HC (22) from Arlington VA and CG (22) from US Virgin Islands recorded a one small step conversation as part of their course Lead from Anywhere. They talked about polarization in politics and...

Brenna McNair and Bob Bailey

[Recorded: Wednesday, March 20, 2024] UVA students Brenna McNair (22) from Annapolis, Virginia and Bob Bailey (22) from Richmond, Virginia recorded a One Small Step conversation as part of their course 'Lead from Anywhere'. They discussed their political affiliations, how...

Patricia Pinto and Theresa Warren

Patricia Pinto (56) speaks with Practical Farmers of Iowa volunteer Theresa Warren (28). Patricia shares the dream of farming that she's had since childhood, her journey to be a beginning farmer, and her gratitude for the community of knowledge sharing...

storycorp assignment

in this interview, Chrishady Rene (son,19) discussed with Emmanuel Rene (father, 50) the social dilemmas that are happening. struggles such as gun violence and a lack of respect from teenagers were brought up. Emmanuel Rene also talked about his childhood...

Grandma Patsy and Me

In this recording, Gabby Adesso (14) interviews her grandma, Patricia (Patsy) Adesso (74). They discuss Patsy’s life, love, and lessons for future generations.

Interview with grandma

Grandmother and granddaughter, Cynthia Brown (63) and Taylor Artis (17) discuss the early life of the grandmother.