Susan Gallander and NB

[Recorded: Friday, March 29, 2024] Susan Gallander (52) from Charlottesville, VA and NB (20) from Charlottesville, VA immediately bonded over the importance of elementary education, as Susan is a teacher and N is studying education. Both participants are religious, and...

Katie and Tony Pedretti at home the evening of Sunday, April 28th, 2024

Katie and Tony Pedretti are at home the evening of Sunday, April 28th, 2024 talking about earning a strip(e) on her gray belt at UFC, watching the total solar eclipse and her new backyard friends.

Josh and Tony Pedretti at home the evening of Sunday, April 28th, 2024

Tony and Josh are at home the evening of Sunday, April 28th, 2024 talking about earning a gray belt at UFC, chatting with Roblox friends on Discord, watching the total solar eclipse and mapmaking in Ro-Scale Sandbox.

Steve Abid and Jany Avalos

In a captivating dialogue, retired educator Steve and current GRCC employee Jany delve into Steve's illustrious career trajectory and post-retirement experiences, emphasizing the significance of teaching and the invaluable skill of intuition in decision-making.

Sue Lockwood and Jany Avalos

Retired educator Sue and current GRCC employee Jany reflect on Sue's career and retirement, exploring the profound impact of her teaching on both individuals and the community. They discuss Sue's journey, highlighting the lasting legacy she leaves behind through her...

Jane Ann Pippenger and Dagne Pippenger

Jane Ann Pippenger (81) talks to her granddaughter, Dagne Pippenger (16) about her time as a volunteer for a school in Michigan as a young woman.

Katie and Tony Pedretti at home the morning of Sunday, December 31st, 2023

Katie and Tony Pedretti are at home the morning of Sunday, December 31st, 2023 talking about Christmas gifts such as her scooter, clothes and tablet, the Pedretti family dice game, her birthday party, earning a gray belt at UFC and...

Josh and Tony Pedretti at home the evening of Saturday, December 30th, 2023

Tony and Josh are at home the evening of Saturday, December 30th, 2023 talking about school tests, grades, a Christmas gift - addon to Roblox's After the Flash - Winter Tide, Lego kits and practicing the saxophone.

An Amazing Interview With My Mom,Grandma and Aunt!

The interviewer, Autumn Pickarski(17). Interviews with their 3 family members. Joni Simon(Grandmother,65),Christy Hiatt(Aunt,39) and Elisa Hiatt(Mother,42). They discuss topics about how they grew up,what school was like for them,ancestry etc. They share their stories and thoughts throughout the interview.

Tony Catanese (81) avoids fighting in the Vietnam War, saving his life.

Paige Catanese (15) interviews her dad, Tom (55), about his father, Tony (81), about how he barely escaped commanding an American Troop into the Vietnam War due to a thyroid gland condition, saving his life.

Bill and Bob Courtois, North Country Trail Association, September 2023

Michigan brothers Bill and Bob Courtois reflect on their journey from "just hikers" to volunteer trail developers and steadfast supporters of the North Country National Scenic Trail and the North Country Trail Association.

Katie and Tony Pedretti at home the evening of Sunday, August 27th, 2023

Tony and Katie are at home the evening of Sunday, August 27th, 2023 talking about our recent visit to Wilderness water parks and catching fish during our vacation in Indian Shores, FL.

Josh and Tony Pedretti at home the evening of Sunday, August 27th, 2023

Tony and Josh are at home the evening of Sunday, August 27th, 2023 talking about Josh's friends, our recent visit to Wilderness water parks and his Kingsley grade school's newly renovated playground.

Interview with my Grandpa, Denis Richmond

This interview was conducted for an AP Language project where we were tasked to interview a close elder and give insightful reviews and ask questions so we can further understand how cool our elders really are. I, Seth Greenland(16) interview...

Lucia Greenland and Carmel Richmond

Lucia Greenland (16) talks with her grandmother, Carmel Richmond about her childhood, favorite memories, teaching stories, and life lessons.

Joel Hodge and Jacob Mihelich

Joel Hodge (76), is interviewed by his grandson, Jacob Mihelich (17). Joel discusses his life in Laurium, Michigan. Joel was a trucker and had a passion for the open road.

Cameron Scharff and John Delisa discuss community transformation and adaptation in response to the climate emergency

John Delisa and Cameron Scharff discuss a hypothetical change in behavior for a town in northern Michigan in 2030 to help combat climate change. This includes changes both small and large for folks from different socioeconomic backgrounds.

Yuhan Jiang and Cynthia Cottrell discuss community transformation and adaptation in response to the climate emergency.

Yuhan interviews Cindy about her success in transforming our community, the lessons she has learned, and her future plans. Cindy contributed the success to "the generosity of the long-time community member donating the land." She witnessed how small steps can...

Zara and Elle discuss community transformation and adaptation in response to the climate emergency

Zara introduced her strategies for promoting change regarding transportation to and from work and within her community! We discussed these changes and how they allowed her community to respond to the climate crisis.

Aditi Iyer (14) interviews her grandmother in India, Shantha Dhandapani (70) about her upbringing and her previous jobs.

In this interview, conducted on January 5, 2023, in Canton Michigan, Aditi Iyer interviews her grandmother Shantha Dhandapani (70) about her childhood in India and her work life. She talks about the different jobs she worked in and how it...

Barry Ross

Dr. Barry Ross, former concertmaster and assistant conductor of the KSO, speaks with Parchment Community Library Ambassador Karen Woodworth about the Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra performances that were part of the Kindleberger Summer Festival of the Performing Arts from 1983 through...

Katie and Tony Pedretti at home the morning of Sunday, January 1, 2023

Tony and Kaie are at home the morning of Sunday, January 1, 2023 talking about Christmas 2023 events and UFC's move from less Jiu Jitsu and more Boxing classes

Josh and Tony Pedretti at home the morning of Sunday, January 1, 2023

Tony and Josh are at home the morning of Sunday, January 1, 2023 talking about Christmas 2023 events and UFC's move from less Jiu Jitsu and more Boxing classes