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This interview is me asking questions to my 71 year old grandmother, about her life, politics and the thoughts on the generation today.

I talked with my grandparents about what their childhood was like and some of the things that themselves and my mom had done.

In this interview conducted in November 2021 in Skokie, Illinois, Amina Khalid (14) interviews her grandfather Syed Matloob Zaidi (74). He shares his happiest and saddest moments in his life as well as living with 9 siblings. Mr. Zaidi also...

Stories if the history of the Holenweg family.

Donald “Doc” Prahlow reflects on how his 91 years have shaped him into the great-grandfather he is today. He shares Depression-era lessons with his future descendants.

In this interview, my grandma and I talked about everything from her childhood, her accomplishments, COVID-19, and even gave me a heart-to-heart pep talk.

John Miller talked about his life, his various jobs, his loving wife, his parents/grandparents, and life advice.

I talk with my aunt about my family, and some of her goals/dreams/aspirations.

I interviewed my grandpa William Parks. He is originally from Kansas and was a public defender in Chicago, IL. He also joined the military. We discussed his life and impact on the world and also talked about his love, the...

In this interview, I had a long conversation with my mom on our family immigration from Poland. We talk about how she had to learn English, our polish heritage, and how our life is now.

This listen was about life growing up as a kid and growing up around family. Also going through rough times.

In this interview, conducted in December 2019 in Roswell, Georgia, Adalia Molina (17) interviews her two great aunts, Judy (63) and Awilda(70). Throughout the interview they discuss their childhood and relationship with their other two siblings, Maggie and Jorge. They...

A tribute to my grandmothers history. She tells us a tail out her upbringing

We talked about my mom’s life when she was a child and my childhood. We also talked about her grandparents and parents.

I interview my dad about his parents and what his and their lives were like in Chicago.

On September 12, 2019 in Chicago, IL, Ashley Bolton sat down with Lenae Brown and discussed her experience with growing up in a blended family. The 24 year old female spoke about the challenges of having step and half siblings,...

In this interview you will hear about what my Mother's life was like as a child and what shaped her to be the women she is today. Also you will hear about how my birth affected her. This is for...

This interview was conducted November 26, 2018 in Chicago, Illinois. Natalia Beltran (16) interviewed her mom, Erica Avila (36) about her childhood in Humboldt Park and how living in such a troubled neighborhood shaped her into the woman she is...

I talk with my dad about his childhood, his regrets and what he’s greatful for, his relationship with my mom, and his grandparents.

In this interview, conducted on November 24th, 2018 in Rochester, New York, Aviva Berke (16) interviews her aunt Jennifer Dockstator (57) about their childhood in Rochester and moving to Canada when she grew up. Jennifer shares stories from her family...

November 25 2018 in Chicago IL I Interviewed Mary Thomas about her life. Mary Thomas is 61 Years old and this my grandma I am 15 years old. Mary had a good childhood she grown to be an intelligent women....

We talked about how he started his career, older family members, and favorite holidays.

After interviewing my mom, I’ve learned that her personality has always been consistent from her past to the present.

We talked about my grandfathers childhood and his life up to now, including his teenage years and how he met my grandma

The comparison of living down in Mississippi to living in the City of Chicago during this time of year.