Don Atkins: Growing Up in Rural Minnesota & Enlisting in the Navy (1935-1948)

Donald W. Atkins talks to daughter Michelle Atkins about growing up on a farm in rural Minnesota in the 1930s. Interview recorded in 2008 as part of the inaugural National Day of Listening.

How mom met dad

Mom explains how she met dad on vacation in south beach.

Interview with Grandma

My grandmother talks about her mother, my grandfather, and my own mother.

What was dating like back then?

Interview with Mrs. Butts about what dating was like before technology and memories of her husband

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Diana Holdridge, Heather Holdridge, and James Holdridge

Diana Holdridge (79) reflects on how she felt when both of her children, Heather Holdridge (48) and James "Jim" Holdridge (47), came out to her. Heather and Jim talk about their father's reaction and they share what they have learned...

The One Time I Actually Listened to My Parents! : )

Kate began by asking about her parents’ childhoods and growing up with siblings, reflecting on emergency room visits and their closeness. Her parents then talked about where they met, dating, and their marriage proposal. Then they reflected on deciding their...

Garett Knight with his boyfriend Trenton Buckelew

Garett Knight (16) talks with his boyfriend Trenton "Trent" Buckelew (17) and learns more about Trent. Garett learns more about Trent than he thought he would. Best time segment: 0:30-3:30

Manners Maketh Man: Diana Vilnis Drew

We visited Grandma for Christmas in 2018 and talked about her growing up in Argentina. She told us about her Christmas traditions and the Dia de Los Reyes. She also talks about her frog collection.

I Need a Man, cont’d

The continuation of the story of how my parents met and fell in love, including the sale of the car that was how they met.

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Dario Rodriguez and Melinda Rodriguez

Newlyweds Melinda (26) and Dario (27) interview each other about how they never thought they would end up marrying each other, falling in love, how they have learned to be patient with each other, and the challenge they recently faced...

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Regina Beach and Craig Andrews

Regina Beach (32) has a conversation with her partner Craig Andrews (37) about their relationship journey.

World of Dating

This interview discusses the world of dating in 2018, as well as the pickup movement and the metoo movement.

Donna Fong and her father, Thomas Fong, talks about his childhood and love in Chicago, IL.

In this interview, conducted in November 25, 2018 in Chicago, Illinois, Donna Fong (17) interviews her father Thomas Fong (53) about his childhood that happened in the earlier years, where things were less advanced. Mr. Fong shares about his opinions...

The Crazy Old Lady That Raised Me

Today I talked with my grandma; she is currently 59 years old. We talked about how she had a rough childhood with an alcoholic father and mother who didn't show any compassion or love. Her grandparents owned a farm where...

Peeling potatoes with Poppy

In this recording, Emelia at Washington junior high the infield, Arkansas, record an audio file for StoryCorps. Emelia is in seventh grade. This recording includes funny stories about are family. My grandpa and I are peeling potatoes in the interview...

Bella Bargman interviwes Adithi Vardhan on a teenager's life during Covid-19.

Bella Bargman: 2021-05-27 16:52:20 Adithi Vardhan reflects on how Covid-19 has changed her life over the past year, from relationships with family and school to new pets and plans for the future.

A Mother’s Wisdom

In this interview, conducted by Morgan (21) she asks her mom, Desiree, questions about her childhood. Desiree shares stories about her life as a child growing up, some funny memories, and lessons she has learned in life.