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A 13 year old’s life during the covid 19 pandemic of 2020

Othel Owen Sr. (57) talks to his son Othel Owen Jr. (13) about his family, about growing up in Chicago, and about the importance of their father-son relationship.

Friends James "Jim" Mott (60) and Michael "Mike" Farrell (79) share a conversation on the spiritual acts of being an artist and the role of social psychologists.

Michelle Grover (53) shares a conversation with her father, Fred Marquis (82), about his work on the Fred Marquis Pinellas Trail and the legacy of the trail. Their new friend Sonia Kinkhabwala (22) also joins the conversation.

Friends Jill Buckley (48) and Molly MacWade (69) talk about Stewpot Community Services and the way different faith organizations were able to get together to serve communities in need. They lovingly remember the former director of Stewpot, Matt Devenney, and...

Small town guy raised to be passionate about his community, helps others, and making an in pact on anyone that he can. At a young age, he incorporated entrepreneurship and altruism by helping to mow lawns and show bel snow...

Humza Rahman (30) interviews his friend and coworker Mike Watts (73) about his time at Loaves & Fishes, his artistic explorations, and his many “sides.”

I talked to Shelly Zimbelman who is an artist who creates paintings, coasters, leggings, trays, and more! It inspired her to start her own buisness and she talks about the steps it took her to get where she is today....

Arnie Kleppe is my future grandpa in-law and he enjoys woodcarving, painting, and writing poetry. During our conversation we discussed how he uses creativity to appreciate nature and how creativity has impacted his life.

One Small Step conversation partners Frank Reteguiz (32) and Shaun McCurdy (41) discuss their time working in the military and in law enforcement, and how it shaped their perspectives.

Crayton Robey (50) interviews his friend Tom Ciano (66) about his experience during the AIDS epidemic, being a caretaker to his partner Tom Morgan and their relationship to Fire Island Pines.

INTERVIEW 4 OF 4 - Calvin Holland III devotes his life to service to others, as did many of his illustrious ancestors. Calvin had a difficult youth but always had the solid teachings and love of his grandmother and his...

Story of a college senior about how community service helped him built confidence

Archive Oologah interviews Rebekah Askew, a high school English teacher. She discusses her time at Oologah and the importance of English.

His first time volunteering at Sentinel Swamp. He previously volunteered at A Wider Circle. Biology major, unsure if he wants to go pre-med. Stemmed from his interest in environmental science as a kid, which stemmed from his love of animals....

One Small Step conversation partners Scott Benolken (54) and Steve Fernlund (68) talk about freedom of speech, healthcare, and the importance of contributing to your community.

Nancy and Abby work together at the St. Norbert College Sturzl Center. Abby reflects on her experience working at the office, meeting another student, Adam, and how his life had an impact on the her.

A cop's story about training young children to be community leaders

Natalie interviewed Maria about her life, her interests, and her accomplishments. Maria shared some funny anecdotes from her life and favorite memories.

Michael and Hope Coleman talked about how they met, their decision to move into a home that could accommodate large numbers, and the importance of giving back to their community.

Join Folklife Director Lesley Schierenbeck as she interviews Nancee Jo Luciani, the New Jersey Decoy Collector & Carver Association's Carver of the Year for 2023, and the first female carver in the history of the organization! Nancee Jo has not...

One Small Step partners, Jeffery "Logan" Kruck (37) and Debra Yakabouski [no age given], connect over their small town experiences, exchange stories from their differing careers, and analyze the tension in our political system.

Philip Herzog (25) interviews his coworker Bambie Wurzburger [no age given] about her journey through addiction, recovery, and impact at Cross Lines Distribution Center.

I've always wanted to know about my grandpa's past. it was such a harsh topic and I could never find a way to bring it up in conversation. I finally did and I'm so happy I know more about his...

Eva Steers-Smith (37) and her One Small Step partner, Mary Kate Cary (58), connect over their shared experiences having loss their mother and provide stories or insight to their belief on politics and life overall.