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Tayra, 17, interviews her step-dad, Johan. They talk about Johan’s early childhood in the Dominican Republic, goals he had as a young man, his hard-working personality and sacrifices he’s made for his family, his hobbies and passions, and goals and...

Colleagues Josefina Sanchez (48) and Lilly Barrett (62) discuss their stories of immigration to the United States, their involvement with the Walworth County Wisconsin Literacy Council, the importance of education in their lives, and the ways they give back to...

One Small Step conversation partners Gordon Cromwell (35) and Salma Hussein (35) have a conversation about not preferring to pick a political side, how they found their passions, and how they've felt misunderstood before in their lives.

Mark McIntyre (71) and Robin Hickey (71) find commonality in their ages, marriages, and children, but also differences as they discuss their thoughts on parenting, environmental regulations, unions, social mobility, and race relations.

Nick Vento (44) interviews his mother Pat Vento (71) about growing up in a large family, courtship, and raising her own family.

Jennifer Davis (46) interviews Susan "Sue" Chadwick (69) about her family's immigrant experiences and the American dream.

Mother and daughter Julie Bresette (64) Audry Barriault (34) have a conversation about careers, marriage, growing up, childhood and family.

Jessie Foley (44) sits down with her mother, Sally Catron (73), to ask about her childhood, her parents, her relationship with her husband, and the messages that she'd like to pass on to the younger generations of their family.

Spouses Nancy Sills, (67) and Jim Sills (67), sit down to preserve some memories for their children and their grandchildren. They describe the strong communities they each grew up in, share their favorite stories about various family members, and reflect...

Monica Whatley (32) interviews her friend, Bandele [no name given] (73), about his incarceration in the custody of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Bandele reflects on what he learned during the 33 years during which he was detained, his relationship...

Friends and colleagues Ole Hongvanthong (39) and Susan "Sue" Bleil (73) discuss being small business owners in Lancaster county and the importance of community connection.

Griffin King (17) talks with his Jamaican Father (52) about his experience with the American Dream.

Stella Neuschul (18) interviewed her mother, Vedrana Pinjo (46) about her perspective and experience with the American Dream as an immigrant. Vedrana immigrated to America over 25 years ago as she was fleeing the Bosnian War. She was exactly Stella's...

Vedrana Pinjo's perspective on aspects of the American Dream.

Interview on the American Dream

Born just 1 year after the start of the Great Depression, my Grandma has experienced an incredible amount of change in her lifetime. I interviewed her to hopefully learn something from that unique perspective.

I have a conversation with my father about America and the American dream.

Emma Fivek (28) talks to her friend Golara Haghtalab (30) about Golara's book, Immigrant: Turning 30 in America. The two discuss how Golara came to the US and her journey since arriving. Going from hostessing at a restaurant in Charlottesville,...

Sarah Campbell (46) interviews her mother, Natalie May (73), about the family history of migration from Western Europe to the United States.

The busy life of a Financial Center Manager and mother of three

Former United States Ambassador to the United Nations, Sichan Siv [no age given], talks about The American Dream with his friend, David Waddle (67). He reflects on his escape from the Khmer Rouge and shares how he was able to...

One Small Step conversation partners Tawnya Davis (53) and Aaron Weidman (32) have an open and honest discussion, where they discuss how race and "luck" shape a person's living condition.

In this interview with my mom, we talk about how the coronavirus pandemic has impacted her work life within the banking industry. We also discuss how this pandemic is being covered in the news and media.

In this interview, conducted in January 2020 in New Hope, PA, Alex Scott (14) interviews her grandfather Tony Hassini (75) about his life and the incredible story he has to share. As the founder of the International Magicians Society, Mr....

In this interview conducted in December 2019 in Piedmont, California. Brayden Hong interviews his grandma about her childhood and how it what it was like escaping China and immigrating to the United States.bMargaret Fu shares stories about her job, family,...