Interviewing My Mom

I asked my mom questions I had for her and learned new things about her.

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Louann Talbert and James Dierke

One Small Step Conversation partners Louann Talbert (69) and James "Jim" Dierke (75) talk about their shared experiences in education and find common ground in their view of the current political climate.

Savannah Hill and her Grandpa Adolph Svec’s experiences from college, the military, and his family.

An interview with my grandfather about his experiences and reflections on his life during his different careers. He talks about his military life, teaching life, important people in his life, and the history of his parents and grandparents.

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Madeline Mayes and Sharona Nagamuthu

Friends Madeline Mayes (16) and Sharona Nagamuthu (17) discuss how they engage in politics as young people who can't yet vote. They both discuss Next Generation Politics, Y Vote, and other organizations that help youth get civically engaged.

Interview with Nini Bedi

This is an interview with Avanni Bedi, my friend and classmate. We talked about many things including hobbies and travels.

Mariana Cano and her mom Jessica Osorio talk about her homeschool experience in Whitewater, Wisconsin

In this interview, conducted in November 2017 in Whitewater, Wisconsin. Mariana Cano (15) interviews her mom Jessica Osorio (35) about her life being homeschooled and not having the same life experiences as others who attended public school. Mrs. Osorio shared...

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Herb Albert and Karl Kimball

One Small Step partners Herb Albert (71) and Karl Kimball (61) sit down for a conversation about the political divide in our country and the obstacles of racial discrimination.

Interview with my Grandpa
November 24, 2017 App Interview

I talked with my Grandpa about some things that have impacted his life, what he is proud of, and what he values most in his life.

Don’t Forget Where You Come From

In this interview, conducted in November 2020 in Orange, California, Diana Portillo (20) interviews her mother Maria Bruno (46) about her immigration process and journey to the United States. Mrs. Bruno shares her experience when moving from Mexico to California....

Great Thanksgiving Listen: Krista Costa
January 14, 2021 App Interview

I interviewed my mom for this interview as I’ve always felt interested in her childhood (1970s and 1980s). During this interview she talked about the fads of her youth, the socio-political climate the 70s/80s, and the things she misses most...

Great Thanksgiving Listen

A mother and daughter discuss the differences between parents and teenagers, and how confusing it can be.

Some thoughts about life in America shared by a Vietnamese immigrant

We talked about the events like 9/11, the 2008 recession, the Covid-19 pandemic and about life.

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Jennifer Krogh and Kristi Murdock

One Small Step partners Kristi Murdock (66) and Jennifer Krogh (40) take some time to discuss the impact of the 2016 United States presidential election, their experiences with maternal rights, and the difficulties of discussing politics with family.

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Steven Doles and Jay Ailworth

One Small Step conversation partners Steven Doles (69) and Jay Ailworth (71) explore each of their different lived experiences. They find commonalities in their military experience as Vietnam veterans, their troubles with far-right conservatives, and discuss how race has impacted...

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Chris Kelley and Alice Conner

Chris Kelley (45) and his One Small Step conversation partner Alice Conner (41) discuss their upbringing and when they first become aware of politics. They discuss the recent Covington Catholic High School incident, each giving their own viewpoint and perspective....

Great Thanksgiving Listen
November 30, 2018 App Interview

Adri discusses relationship tips, his experience in the Navy & what it was like growing up in Philly during the 80s.

Women’s Choices

The two of us shared our personal experiences regarding abortion. One was regarding legalizing abortion in Vermont and the other was working in a women’s clinic in Los Angeles.