Remembering September 11

I’m asking my mom a series of questions about her memories and opinions of 9/11

My birth

The day I was born and the details surrounding the day

Growing up with a mental disorder

My interviewee and I talked about what it was like growing up with a mental disorder and how she got through the tough times . The interview was conducted on December 6th, 2020 . My interviewee is a happily married...

"She said it was the hardest decision she has ever had to make"

This interview was about how harsh punishment can be tough at the time, but is for the best and out of love.

My Sisters College Experience

I talk with my sister about her college experience and her journey from high school to college and how she made friends. And different ways which Coronavirus affected her school year.

From boy, to sailor, to husband, to father. The story of Andy “Doc” Ortega

My father is a first generation immigrant from Mexico that grew up between the bustling city of Los Angeles and the small farm town of Reedley in Central California. After graduating high school he enlisted in the US Navy as...

Calioused Hands

The amazing story about a jockey, a soldier, and a father who made it through some of the worst for a wife and four boys.

9/11 Unemployment and Social Changes

The unemployment caused due to the 9/11 attacks left many jobless which created a bad situation for many. Immigrants faced more challenges as they had to struggle more to find a job

First Day of First Grade

I actually discussed my own story of a time when I was younger and when I had to navigate an obstacle.

My Grandpa’s Experience in the CIA

The CIA is one of the world's most secretive agencies, and my grandpa was involved.  This interview for the Great Holiday listen on storycorps was about my grandpa, Lou Eisenbarth experience and memories from his time in the CIA. My name...

hanging out with chase

I asked chase about his grandparents and what memories he remembered it could be a happy or sad

Juan Gayton loving father, husband, grandfather, and Vietnam War Vet

"I came to the conclusion that I was the most important person in my life". Ansel Flanagan interviewed his Grandfather, Juan Gayton. He discovered his life as a soldier, migrant worker, and father/husband.

Felicia’s Car Wreck

Today Felicia is telling us about her car wreck experience and what it did to her. She shares how it effected her life and her anxieties in a car now.

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Joyce Brake and Adam Brake

Joyce Brake (44) asks her husband Adam Brake [no age given] about his service in the Army. Adam shares how the military has shaped his life, shares some funny stories, and considers how the public's view of the Army has...

Where Towers Once Stood

Two beautiful buildings that seemed impossible to be taken down collapsed on September 11, 2001. Aden Strong interviewed his father, Craig Strong, on January 9, 2019 in Los Angeles California. 9/11 was the day two planes were hijacked in New...

Angel Enrique Tovar and Julian Martinez

The interview revolves around the life of a Colombian Soldier. It includes experiences from the tasks he had to handle and the achievements he accomplished. The topic about the result of the peace treaty made with the terrorist group called...

Interviewing my mom

My mom explained her experiences from where she came from to were she is now.

Darden Smith: Singer/Songwriter

Darden Smith is a singer/songwriter and also the founder of multiple non-profit organizations. The one he is working on now is called Songwriting with: Soldiers.

Nigerian culture

In this interview we talked a little bit about Nigeria and its culture.

Darden Smith: Singer/Songwriter Part 2

Darden Smith is a singer/songwriter and also the founder of multiple non-profit organizations. The one he is working on now is called Songwriting with: Soldiers.

Narrative 51 – Female, 62 year old, adult vaccine participant

As part of The VOICES Project at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Narrative 51 is a female, 62 year old, adult vaccine participant speaking on COVID-19 vaccine clinical trial participation.