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In this interview, conducted on November 23rd, 2017, in Chicago Illinois, Biljana Tanceva (16) interviews her mother, Vesna Tanceva (43), about her childhood and experience in school. Vesna shares her story of her life in her grandparents' house which was...

I spoke with a very close family friend (a grandfather to me) about his experience in the 60’s. We spoke of Kennedy, the National Guard, Vietnam War, Segregation, and more.

Interview with my grandmother who is 88 and has lived an interesting life. Going over some childhood memories and where life has taken her.

Michael talks about his experiences growing up as a child living in Columbus, Ohio.

Just interviewed my bud

Over my Dad’s 47 years of existence he has gone through many things. I learned more about family, love and his personal beliefs than I ever knew before.

I asked her 15 questions It’s about her life, growing up as a kid

Nichole Perez (17) interviewed Sean McGuire(28) and found out he grew up in a small town, but always knew he wanted to come to Chicago.

( mom didn't want a picture ) Me and my mom discuss mainly about childhood and how it was like for her while growing up. She gives me some advice on some things and describes her wishes for my own...

In this interview, conducted in November 2017 in Chicago, Illinois, Citlali Rodriguez (16) interviews her former teacher, Timothy McCormick (29) about his childhood and and current life situation. Mr. McCormick shares his thoughts on his past and present, content with...

Olivia Barreca interviews Sandra Barreca about her childhood.

In this interview, I talked with my grandpa. We talk about his childhood in Chicago and his time working in the technology world.

MJ "Joy" Gude (55) talks with her stepfather Hoyland Ricks (74) about their memories of growing up.

My grandma came to Chicago at 4 years old and explains how her life was growing up.

One Small Step partners Annette Bergins (86) and Jim Chojnacki [no age given] discuss how formative experiences with their families and the neighborhoods they grew up in influence their political views.

Laura’s decisions and opportunities with their affect on her life and her opinions on certain lifestyles based on time and music.

The life and times of a wonderful, Greek Yaya.

This 8 question interview was about the ups and downs of my mother’s life so far.

I interviewed my aunt khyla. She is 21 years old. I wanted to interview my aunt because she always has funny stories to tell and she has pretty good advice. We talked about pretty basic things like school or generations....

I spoke with my mother, Imelda. Her age is 47 years. She talked about herself and her experiences in this interview. Being raised primarily by her grandmother and her childhood, as well as maturing as a person facing life. Even...

Anna Katter (35) interviews Dr. Julie Larsen (65) about memories of her son and Anna's partner, Dr. Ben Larsen, who died in a drowning accident on October 10, 2020. Memories include Ben's love for nature conservation, water sports, and the...

I sat down with my mother to ask her some questions about her life.

“My childhood was actually great!” In November of 2018, ninth grade student, Olivia Foxman interviewed her grandmother, Shelly Foxman. Olivia learns about Shelly’s admirable  childhood post World War ll. Shelly’s story starts in 1951 in Chicago, but her family's story originates...

Siblings Ambar Rizwan (36) and Daanish Rizwan [no age given] discuss their childhoods, going to a predominately white High School, and expectations from their parents. Daanish describes his UX work and his efforts to bring about representation and inclusion. Ambar...

Random Questions to ask my mom, pretty fun if you ask me!