Gramma Rocque

A wonderful conversation with my mom about her life and raising 8 kids.

Papa Lupis’ Stories, Part 1

I interviewed my father, Steve Lupis, who told me the story of how our family came to America, how my grandparents met, a bit about his childhood, and the stories of my and my sister’s births.

Great Thanksgiving Listen Part 2

During this part of the interview, we talked about my pop-pop’s experience being a husband and father, and what it was like to raise his four kids and eventually grand children.

My Mom and I talk about her childhood and parenthood

My mom and I discussed her childhood and her experiences raising me and my sister. She also went in detail about dealing with her illness while bringing up children.

The Man, the Myth. Louis Magnanti (interviewed by Molly Cronin)

On his 85th birthday, I interviewed my grandfather about growing up and the people in his life. He’s not ever one to hold his tongue (haha) but I wanted to capture his memories for StoryCorps, since we’re usually cracking jokes...

Maddie Harland and her mother, Michele Harland, talk about life, parenthood, illness, and childhood memories.

In this interview, conducted in December 2017 in Glenville, New York, Maddie Harland (16) interviews Michele Harland (46), her mother, about her childhood, important role models, and her battle with leukemia. Mrs. Harland shares her experiences as a mother and...

Mom’s Journey of Life

In this interview, conducted in November 26, 2017 in Fresh Meadows, New York, Barnabas Ban (15) interviews his mother Sohee Cho (48) about her most vivid memories of her life. Mrs. Cho talks about how life was for her. She...

Don’t let hardships ever bring you down

This interview gives viewers the chance to learn a little bit about Laura's dad's life which allowed a special bond to be further developed that is shared between this father and daughter. In this interview it is thoroughly discussed how...