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In this interview, recorded Nov. 2023 in Birmingham, Alabama, Adeline Smith (17) interviews her grandfather Jack Mize (77). They discuss childhood, relationships, careers, education and more. He shares about his parents, college experience, and pride in his children and grandchildren.

In this interview, conducted in November 2023 in Birmingham, Alabama, Hannah Gidley interviews her Mother, Kristi Gidley, on her childhood in Florida, as well as her life now in Alabama. Kristi shares her experience with divorced parents and the impact...

Noah Norris, age 17, and his mom; Tama Jaynes, age 51, have a one on one conversation. Noah asks his mom a series of questions. His mom gladly replies to them and they have a nice chat.

In this interview, conducted in November 2023, in Hoover, Alabama, Angela Hjelmeland (17) speaks with her her grandfather, David Hjelmeland (79). They discuss his childhood, work life, and advice for adulthood and college.

In this interview I’m Vestavia Hills, AL on November 24, 2023, John Harris Hocutt (17) interviews his grandmother Barbara Winstead (73). He asks about aspects of her childhood, her job, and some of her relatives. Towards the end of the...

In this Interview conducted on November 26th 2023 in Vestavia Hills Alabama. Eighteen year old Brodie Vicinanzo and his eighty eight year old Great Aunt Rosemary Reid discuss what life was like growing up through ww2 and losing loved ones....

Addie Tarrant (17) interviews her grandfather Wes Allbritton (75) about his childhood, experiences in the Vietnam War, and early adulthood.

In this Interview, conducted in November 2023 in Blue Mountain Beach, Florida, Caroline Lawley (17) interviews her Grandmother Deanna Lawley (78) about her childhood, memories, and hopes for the future. Deanna Lawley shares what is important to her in addition...

In this interview, conducted in November 2023, Meredith Avis (17) interviewed her mom, Kristin Avis (50). This interview took place in Birmingham, Alabama, where the two talked about topics ranging from historical moments she lived through, to her childhood memories...

Anusha Singh (17) interviews her father, Kripal Singh (47), about his time before immigrating to the US and his experiences acclimating to life in a new country. They also discuss his accomplishments and difficulties, what he appreciates about living in...

Addison West Wright (17) sits down with her grandfather, John Leo Wright (72), in Birmingham, Alabama, on Tuesday, November 28, 2023. Her grandfather shares memories of his grandfather and childhood living in Selma, Alabama. Together, they discuss their generational differences,...

Kohen Nelson (18) interviews his grandfather, Albert Nelson (77), on November 22nd, 2023, in Vestavia Hills, Alabama. Albert discusses his upbringing and views on life.

In this interview, conducted in November 2023, in Birmingham, Alabama, Maggie Walton (17), interviews her grandmother, Martha Thornburgh (81). This interview discusses Martha’s childhood as well as relationships with her family. Martha shared stories of growing up in Alabama, and...

Jennifer Blanchard shares her story of staying determined despite not growing up with much. After overcoming several hurdles, Jennifer describes her experience with her job, friendships, and financial habits that have shaped her into who she is today.

In this interview, conducted in November 2023 in Vestavia Hills, Alabama, Evelyn Squires (17) interviews her mom, Sarah Squires (48), about living through historical events. Mrs. Squires discusses her experience and reactions to 9/11 as someone who lived in Charlottesville,...

In this interview, conducted on November 26, 2023 in Birmingham, Alabama, Samantha Bowling (18) interviews her mother Michelle Caterinichia Bowling (58) about her childhood and experience during the 70s and 80s. They discuss how times have changed economically and socially....

In this interview, conducted on November 25, 2023 in Birmingham, Alabama, Jessica Ma (18) interviews her father Martin Ma about his life as a Chinese American. They discuss the significance of being open-minded and how vital it is to spend...

Jack Davis (18) interviews his Grandfather, Jay Hardwick (77), about his life. Jay talks about how he grew up in the 1940's and 1950's and what life was like during historical moments in time. He explains what the ecnonomy has...

This interview was between me (age 17) and my father David Spencer (age 61) in November 2023. We had a discussion about his life growing up and his experiences throughout his childhood and adolescence. We also discussed his reaction and...

In this interview, conducted on November 23, 2023 in Birmingham, Alabama, Chapman Newsom (18) interviews his neighbour Hank Battle (78) about his childhood and his experience in the world during the 40s, 50s, and 60s. Hank Battle shares his stories...

This is an interview between Forest Zeng(17) and his mother Ning Ma(59). the topics discussed are mostly related to how life was like for Ning during her life.

In November 2023 in Birmingham, Alabama, Heather Barrera (18) interviews her father Magno Barrera (62) about his childhood and struggles throughout his life. He describes working from an early age in order to accomplish his goals. Towards the end, he...

Kensley Bankston (17) talks to her dad Chris (38) about growing up, working, and retirement.

I (Scarlett Padgett-17) was able to talk with my father (Kelly Padgett-52) about how he sees economics. I was able to learn how prices used to be when he was a kid in the 1970s. I as well as learned...

Eighteen year old Jack Mayhall interviews seventy-nine year old Jack Mayhall about his experience with starting a family and being able to support it. The interview takes place is Vestavia Hills, Alabama on November 26, 2023. The discussion’s purpose is...