Ajani Young interviews his grandfather Steve A. Gresham about his life and what he has learned during it.

Ajani Young, a junior at Egg Harbor Township High School, interviews his grandfather Steve A. Gresham. Steve highlights what he sees as important things in his life. This list includes morals taught to him by his parents, growing up with...

“She made us all toe the line”

In this interview, recorded on November 23 2018 in Egg Harbor Township, NJ, Jesselyn Ablett (17) interviewed her meme Ellen Cobb about her childhood. Along with the person who was the most influential in her life. They also discuss what...

Cecilia Munoz’s Test Interview for the Great Thanksgiving Listen, 2018

In this test recording, Cecilia Munoz at Egg Harbor Township High School in Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey, records a practice audio file for the 2018 pilot of the Great Thanksgiving Listen. Cecilia is in grade 10 and is studying...

The Life of my Grandma

In this interview, conducted in November 2018 in Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey, Hector Gaud interview his grandmother Josefina Gaud about her childhood and her memories with her family. Ms. Gaud shares her experiences and memories as her job as...

Great Thanksgiving Listen 2017: Mom

This interview was recorded in the front room of our house in Egg Harbor Township, NJ on November 25, 2017. Amy Bruno (44) shares stories of her life to her son, Oliver Bruno (16). Topics discussed included her marriage, school...

Shawn McInerney, Midland CEO, Discusses Midland History with Dr. Ed Scagliotta, Founder of The Midland School in NJ.

On July 20, 2017, Midland's current President & CEO, Shawn M. McInerney, interviewed Dr. Edward Scagliotta, Former Executive Director and Founder of The Midland School - a nonprofit School and specialized program for children and young adults with intellectual and...

Life’s Challenges

In this interview, conducted in December 3rd 2017 in New Jersey, Egg Harbor Township, 16 year old Gobi Thurairajah interviews his mother, Sumetha, about the hardships she had faced living in Sri Lanka and her early life living in the...

The Great Thanksgiving Listen

Hi my name is Brianna Bracey, and I am 16 years old. On November 28, 2017, I recorded my stepdad, Brian Sherr, in what my stepdad and I call “the Star Wars movie room” haha. Topics I discussed with him...

Life In a 360° Circle

Einer (16) interviews his mother (40) on her rough childhood, getting educated, her first love, and her experiences of coming to the United States despite the circumstances.

Eileen talks with her mother Joan about her childhood, marriage and family during a Thanksgiving visit

Interview with my 85 year old Mom who lost her father when she was 7, grew up in Jersey City with the support of extended family and Catholic nuns, raised 5 children and has been married 64 years.

My Mom and I talk about her childhood and parenthood

My mom and I discussed her childhood and her experiences raising me and my sister. She also went in detail about dealing with her illness while bringing up children.

Proud

In this interview, conducted on November 25 2018 in Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey, Hannah Rose (16) interviews her Dad David Rose (49) about his child hood in Ocean City and his relationship with his siblings. Mr. Rose shares his...

Thanksgiving Listen

In this interview, I (16M) talk to my Mother (38F) after Thanksgiving and we discuss what her childhood was like, culture between Honduras and The United States, and influences in her life.

Abuelita

I interviewed my grandmother about her life and experiences. She told me things I can remember her for in the future.

How a Crazy Childhood Could Make an Amazing Teacher

Growing up, Basant Tawfik took a different route when it came to an average childhood. As she grew older, religion paved a way for her and shaped her to be the successful teacher she is today.

I Can Do All Things

In this interview, conducted on November 25, 2018 in Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey, Tim Medina (16) interviews his mother Tavita Medina (50) about her childhood experiences and some of her stories growing up. She also talks about what religion...

“I Don’t Worry About Little Things”

In this interview, conducted in November 2018 in Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey, Cecilia Munoz (16) interviews her past teacher history teacher, Ralph Bernard (65) about the events that shaped him into the influential person he is today. Mr. Bernard...

Dani Faltraco interviews her father Peter Faltraco about growing up, raising a family, and a few things in between.

On January 5, 2020, Danielle Faltraco (16) interviewed her father Peter. They talk about his childhood in Belleville, NJ, working at a car dealership, and being a father and granddad. He talks about some of his old hobbies such as...

Mommy and Me

I talked to my mother about her life and childhood. Then I asked her about my life and childhood. She told me about her extended family and lessons she was taught by family and friends. She told me her hopes...

Interview with Dad about Coming to America

Talked to my father about his journey of being born in India and immigrating to America, filled with humorous accounts and memories.