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My grandma and I talked about her childhood and where she thought she would end up in the future. We discussed her fears and hopes for the future, as well as any advice she wanted to give to me to...

Marie Wolfe (59) and her spouse Nancy Warner (67) discuss Marie's experiences with her previous partner including in vitro fertilization, the birth of their twins, and their break up and ensuing custody battle.

One Small Step Conversation Partners Dan Tuck (36) and Emily Busch (50) discuss accountability, firearms and mass shootings.

Conversation partners Ophelia Rose (19) and Delilah Righter (24) share a conversation about relationships, forgiveness, and mental health in the digital age.

I interviewed Kendall Brown and asked her how she wants to be remembered. She says she would like to be remembered as someone who made a big change to one area in life.

Colleagues Briiz Jean-Baptise Vicioso (19) and Ru Hensley (24) talk about their experiences growing up as young queer people, how their understanding of gender and sexuality has changed over time, and the hopes they have for the work they do...

Growing up was a struggle that taught many lessons and gained knowledge. Having children was another mile stone that shaped her into the person she is today. Having an relationship with God that helped her through all of the hard...

Ann talked about her 60 year career, as a teacher, counselor, mother, vocational rehabilitation specialist.

Everything seemed to be fine until Casey was diagnosed with a head injury that never went away.

Spouses Ann Marshall (80) and Terry Marshall (80) talk about their advocacy, PeaceCorps, nuclear waste cleanup, and writing careers, reminisce about their travels, and reflect on their relationship.

Everything seemed so normal until one little headache turned into something much more

Superintendent of Lake Geneva Schools Peter Wilson (45) interviews his parents, Stephen Wilson (76) and Marcia Wilson (75), about their childhood experiences and their families. Marcia and Stephen also talk about their role models, family stories, and mutual support in...

Sharon's storied life starts in Michigan, shipping off to the convent at age 13, finding herself in her 20s, then marrying a Polish bus driver in her 30s, and starting a new life chapter. Gain the wisdom of a woman...

Anisha Kumar (15) interviews her mom, Alka Kumar (45) in Swartz Creek, Michigan in November of 2018. Ms.Kumar talks about growing up with not much and being in a community, in which having darker skin singles you out. She also...

Rochelle Williams (55) speaks with her husband Charles Williams (53) about her family’s history in Plateau, AL, also known as Africatown. The two discuss the new attention the community is receiving in light of the discovery of the Clotilda ship...

In this interview, conducted virtually via zoom on November 15, 2021, 22 year old student Ally Shatter interviews her mother, almost 60 year old Jeanne Shatter about what it was like for her growing up as a little girl back...

Ashante Collins (30) shares a conversation with her mother, Latrieva Boston (46), about their relationship, how Latrieva handled teenage parenthood, and how they have been able to grow and flourish together.

Dear pals, Lexie and Marina, talk about growing up in the Midwest, resonance with effeminate men, coming out as many things, hospitalization, the anthology "Written on the Body." The interview may or may not close with a lil song :)

Lilly Foster (19) interviews her grandfather Hank Hood (82) in his home. Hank talks about his parents Alice Mariette Brown and Melville Sidney Hood, discussing what they taught him. He also talks about his great uncle Claire Brown who showed...

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.

Colleagues and One Small Step partners Tracy Hall (50) and Mary Balkema (55) talk about their careers in local politics, their perspectives on public service, and the life lessons they have taken away from their work.

Demetrius Noakes interviews his mother and asked her questions about growing up, her religion, and her child life. Throughout the interview he learns more about his mother than he had already known.

A writing contest was held for the 5th grade class at West Side Christian Elementary in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Out of 35 students, Eli won the contest and received $500 towards his elementary tuition by the contest sponsor, Heritage Life...