A journey

My dad, Victor, goes on a journey from Mexico to the USA, experiencing new things but not forgetting what’s most important- family.

Interview with Mom

In this interview I will be asking my mom questions of how her childhood was like growing up and life in general

The thanksgiving listen

I interviewed my father on many things that occurred in the past between himself and his family.

The Great Listen

We talked about his life growing up and a little about his family. We talked about some of his time cruising around and seeing the world.

My Dad

In my interview, my father and I talked about his life. He answered questions explaining what he imagined his life would be like and how he lives it now. We talked about what his childhood was like and how he...

Catching Up with my Sister

My sister, Vanessa, and I talk about our childhood memories and what we see in our futures.

Interview with my Abuelo Rolando

I get to talk to my grandpa Rolnado. I had the chance to talk to him during our Thanksgiving dinner.

A daughter & her father

In this interview, conducted in April 21 2020 in Anaheim, California, Michelle Torres interviews her father Miguel Torres about his childhood, his family and how he came into this country illegally. Miguel shared stories about moments with his mother changing...

Alicia’s Remembrance

This interview is about Alicia Garcias (age 51) thoughts and how life was for her.

"Work now so you don't have to work as hard later. "

In this interview, on November 25, 2021, at Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey, Denise Carreon interviews her mom, Elizabeth Carreon. Talk about Elizabeth's life and hardships growing up in Mexico transitioning to the United States, while experiencing racism for being...

A Light for the Soul with Marisol Diaz

Me and my Aunt talk about her childhood and her relationships with her family. We also talked about her experience with pregnancy and traveling.

From Then to Now: A Life’s Journey

Married couple Rosa and Luis “Arturo” Perez talk with their granddaughter, Natalia, about their early life in Mexico to their journey and life experience to New York and Texas.

Oral History of Otilia Cano

The interview I conducted with my grandma served as a testimonio of her life after moving to the U.S. and discusses the hardships she faced as she left school. and never went back. She talks shortly about her work experiences...

Interviewing my Grandpa…
November 25, 2022 App Interview

In the interview it stated my grandfathers name which is Ruben and age which is 87, he’s early life, and middle life, how he wants to be remembered.

The Life of Herman van Beek

The life and family of Herman van Beek, my grandfather. He was born in Eindhoven, the Netherlands, and grew up during the second Word War under German control. He moved frequently, going to Argentina and Mexico, where he learned English...

Alexa Torre and Augusta Perrow, “Connected”

I’m Augusta Perrow and I interviewed my close friend, Alexa Torre. In this interview we talked about VES (school) connections and comparing them to home life.

“Richmond is like my second home”- José talks about his life in the US and his love of learning

José Luis and Alison discuss the things he loves about Richmond while also acknowledging the challenges of making a life in a new country. The two also talk about his love of learning, travel, and his future education plans!

Jennifer Moreno talks about what she’s grateful for as she reminisces life as a migrant

In this interview, Liz Plata (19) interviews her friend Jennifer Moreno (20) about her perspective on Thanksgiving as a Latina. She elaborates on how her family celebrates Christmas more than Thanksgiving as a result of being from Mexico, where they...

Marcelina talks about her childhood and family growing up in her hometown.

In this interview, conducted in November 2020 in Anaheim, California, Stephanie (16) interviews her mother, Marcelina, about her childhood in Guadalupe Cuautepec, Mexico. She shares stories about her siblings, jobs, school, and traditions. Furthermore, she also talks about her own...

My grandma

I did a total of 23 questions where my grandma talks about her childhood life, where she grew up, and how she met my grandpa.Also memories of myself and my father, aunt, and uncle

Interview with Marlene Moctezuma

In this interview with my mother, Marlene Moctezuma, she talks about growing up in Mexico, different historical events, and her hopes for her and my family