Shayna Jotani and her father talk about his experience as a first-generation immigrant to the United States from India.

In this interview, conducted on November 26, 2023 in Vestavia Hills, Alabama, Shayna Jotani interviews her father, Rick Jotani (50), about his experience moving to the United States from India in 1981. Dr. Jotani shares stories about seeing America for...

Interviewing My Dad

My Dad (Ross) talks with me (Luke) about his life experiences, going from his childhood to now. He talks about school, his family, jobs, and how he met my Mom. He also touches on some future plans he has.

Michael Lee Neptune Mace, Born 1972

Easton Mace (14), talks to Michael Mace (50), about how he grew up, and what his passions were when he was young.

Interview with Lisa Fondren

Lisa and I talked about her move from Detroit to Knoxville when she was five, and her family in Sevierville on her father's side and her mother's family in Pennsylvania. We also talked about Appalachian stereotypes and not wanting to...

Edward J. Powers with Helen Powers and family

Edward J. Powers, Sr. (79) shares stories and memories with his family about his childhood in Pottsville, PA, his career in Public Health, and the life he and wife Helen M. Powers (79) have had so far with their children,...

John and Jasmin, The Start of a Neighborly Friendship

John Lopiparo, or JD (18) talks with his neighbor Jasmine Hrdlicka (35) about the past, along with the future.

Conversations Project

Today I talked with my 82 year old Grandma about her fondest memories and life lessons. She talked about her children, grandchildren, college and her mother and father.

Evelyn Cope with Brother James Burkett and his wife Phyllis.

My Mother Evelyn Cope interviewing her Brother James Burkett during a visit to his home in 2016. James began suffering from Alzheimer's disease and passed away in 2019.

Interview with Perri Beth Druen

In this interview with 53 year old Perri Beth Druen her 14 year old daughter, Caroline, asks questions about work, love, and even a nickname related to a president!

Grandpa Tweets

Austin Stern interviews his grandfather Donald Scotten. They talk about his childhood life to going into the military and being a father and grandfather today. Donald also shares a little about the technology today and about his regrets in life.

A Gypsy’s Life

This interview takes a dive into the life of my mom, a hard-working English teacher who has had quite the life. You'll learn about someone who has had a ton of turns in her life, moved all over the place,...

Brea Schaeffer interviews her mother, Jill Schaeffer, about Jill’s adventure through life.

In this interview, Jill Schaeffer (age 44) reflects on her life. The interview is directed in chronological order. It begins with her discussing her childhood. She talks of memories with her family. It then moves to her growing up. She...

Common Ground Tacony: Christian and Jackie

Christian is a high school student who frequents the Tacony Arts Lab classes and open studios. Christian was really excited by the interview and cyanotype process, so much so he quickly downloaded the StoryCorps app. Upon encouraging Christian to start...

How has your life changed after going to college for four years?

I talk with my sister, who is a senior at West Chester in May, and asked her about how her life has changed since high school, how she adapted to a new social environment, and much more.

Content with My Life

Charles King feels that he has led a good life. He feels fortunate to have obtained a good education, have a successful career as a jazz pianist, and now has the opportunity to teach piano to kids.

Emily Lambert and her mother Sindy Lambert discuss childhood and adult life.

In this interview, Emily Lambert (14) interviews her mother Sindy Lambert (37) on November 25, 2017, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Mrs. Lambert shares about her childhood and the influences her parents and husband, Chuck Lambert, had on her. She discusses...