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Laurie Egan-Hedley (45) speaks with her father Richard "Dick" Egan (79) about his military service as an electrician in the United States Naval Reserve, and his experiences in Vietnam during the war.

Richard "Pogo" Rodriguez (69) speaks with his son Rich Rodriguez (45) about their ties to Native American heritage, memories of growing up on the reservation, and moving away.

Sisters Toddy Yeats (68) and Phyllis Van Wanseele (74) shared memories of their childhood, discussed Barona traditions, and talked about the younger generations engaging in the community.

Mandy Curo de Quintero (40) and Caroline Mendoza (75) talk about traditional foods and recipes, compare life on and off the reservation, and share childhood memories.

Cousins Beverly Means (72) and Kenny Garcia (59) share memories of their childhoods and compare what life was like living on and off the Barona Indian Reservation.

Laurie Whitecloud (54) speaks with her sister Mary Beth Glasgco (55) about their parents' involvement with cultural preservation at Barona Indian Reservation, as well as some of their family memories from growing up.

Nancy Nagle [no age given] speaks with her cousin Pat Curo (67) about their family history, childhood memories, and trying to preserve the 'Iipay Aa language by teaching others.

Longtime friends C.M. LaChappa (69) and Charles "Beaver" Curo (69) describe how the Barona Casino was founded, discuss the differences they saw in their community after the casino became established, and share memories of their childhoods on the reservation.