Interview with my dance director, Carlo Darang

Carlo discusses his experiences of the LA dance industry, San Diego dance community, years of directing and teaching, and sharing his talents between many people around the world. Carlo is a member of Kinjaz, directs Choreo Cookies and Gwown Ups,...

The King of Pop

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to work with the king of pop? Annabel Bastien interviews her mother Risa Bastien, who is 49 years old, about her career with Michael Jackson in Sherman Oaks. We reflect on...

Future of Opportunity – Rod Sepand

**The Date Was January 20, 2020** Imagine If you had no supporters and nobody that believed in you.  To prove everyone wrong, you would have to work hard everyday to reach your goal of being successful. My Dad started from nothing...

A time for change

“It was a time when I felt free.” said Heidi Miller, during the first minute of the interview. On January 6th, 2020, Ella Miller interviewed her mother, Heidi Miller, about living in the 1990s and moving to Los Angeles after...

“Joie de Vivre” – An interview with Saralinda Bell

This is an interview between me, Sumner Bell, and my mother, Saralinda Bell. We talked about her childhood, college experience, and how she decided to study linguistics and deaf education.

Crooked Expectations

I interviewed my grandmother about the experience when she first came to America. She explained that there were many assumptions about America that weren’t necessarily true. She said the style of fashion at the time was very curious and differed...

Refreshing Family Memories

An interview with my dad about his life and what he has learned. My dad explains what he wants me to take away from life itself, as well as how to be happy.

A Life in Music, Activism and Teaching

Carl Matthes (81) and Charles Luke discuss Carl’s life as a professional pianist, music teacher, and early activist for gay rights.

The life of John (Jack) Waltrip

My Grandfather, John Waltrip, went on a musical journey in the military, in a shop, and all around the world on a cruise ship. Along the way, he met his wife, and many friends.