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I interview my Mom and her sister

Spouses, Kathleen O'Dell (68) and Jim O'Dell (74), share a conversation about how they first met, their favorite ways to spend time together, and how their own distinct personalities have complemented each other over time.

Colleagues Merikate Alexander (32) and Chrysta Forrest (63) discuss their daily lives as school social workers and how they support students and families in fulfilling immediate needs.

A discussion of blessings and meaningful experiences

Brian Ball (15) interviews his camp counselor and supervisor Carly Robinson (39). Carly talks to Brian about her love for the outdoors and her passion for teaching summer camp. Carly also opens up about being bullied during in her childhood.

Anne Wright (61) interviews her husband, Fredric Wright (61), about their first date, his childhood, and their marriage.

Fred shared life stories and adventures growing up and working on a farm. Interviewed by his daughter Sarah.

In this interview, conducted on March 8th 2020 in Belchertown, MA, Mark Tharion (19) interviews his role model Glenn Smith (56) about his childhood and his career. Glenn discusses how the creation of nature shows/documentaries in he 1960s influenced what...

Joel Nueberg's life

We focused on Dad's teenage experiences: camping at Ten Mile River Scout Camp, getting into trouble with his friends in high school, working for Howard Hughes at LaGuardia Airport, his Dad's '46 Buick, Army surplus jeep and trying to enlist.

My mom talked about what life was like as a baby boomer growing up in Utah. She also talked about life as a child of two alchoholics.

This was about a summer road trip in 1994 and all of the problems that came with it.

Earl B. Hunter Jr. and Hannah Wherry met at a recent animal welfare event and sparked an amazing conversation about nature inclusion and diversifying the outdoors and accessibility for all. "Treat Everyone, Everywhere, Equally" is their powerful motto that brings...

New friends Russell LeDay (63) and Shira Smillie (26) share a conversation about Russell's life path, his work with San Antonio for Growth on the Eastside, and his hopes for effecting positive change.

One Small Step partners Steven "Steve" Woods (81) and Susanne "Susi" Haynes (49) discuss their involvement in community theatre, how they maintain their health, and their differing viewpoints on abortion.

Johnnie Odom II (42) interviews his mother, Jean Odom (77), about how she accidentally ended up at Elvis Presley's funeral and about her experience living in Memphis, TN around the time of his birth.

Tom (73) and Mary Ellen (72) recount the adventures they've had over the past 54 years of marriage.

n this interview, conducted on November 25 2018 in Santa Monica, California, Ariana Mousavi (13) interviews her grandma, Lourdes (Lula) Badkoubei about her childhood and growing up in Arequipa, Peru. She had hobbies like hanging out with siblings, camping and...

Sisters Sara Nehrbass (38) and Valerie Nehrbass (33) interview their father, Kim Nehrbass (68), about his childhood memories, any advice he has for the two of them, and what he still hopes to accomplish in life.

Friends Richard Eaton (35) and Thomas "Tommy" White (58) discuss their childhoods, their paths to sobriety, and their hopes for their children.

Jim Philips (61) is interviewed by his son Daniel Philips (35). Jim shares his thoughts about his life with his wife and the influence of his childhood on the life he has led as an adult

Sean DeArmond (51) and his wife Sarah DeArmond (37) have a conversation about the non-profit they created ("Voiceless Behind Bars") to help raise awareness of, and pay legal fees for, those in prison who have been wrongfully convicted.

Eric Sawyer (67) speaks with his friend Lee Smith (34) about his relationship to Fire Island particularly during the AIDS epidemic. Eric shares about his activism with ACT UP and Housing Works to raise awareness and care for those who...

Three grandkids (Jake, Graham, and Mary) interviewing their Grandma Mary

Jillian Witbeck (13) talks to her grandmother Marsha Witbeck (70) about her life. Marsha shares how it was different to be a military kid and what her life was like. She discusses meeting the most important person in her life,...