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Helena Roppatte: 2020-04-18 18:35:34

In this interview, conducted in November 2022 in Greenbrae, California, Alana Leifer (15) interviews her mother, Monica Leifer(52), who looks back on her father's life. Monica tells an inspirational story about her father's academic journey and how he never felt...

This is an interview by Isabella Cabrera who is interviewing her mom, Ana Cabrera. Ana recounts her childhood, the trauma she carries from fleeing the communist government in Cuba, her determination through nursing school, and lessons she’s learnt through being...

A story of overcoming obstacles and beating the odds...

My dad talked about his life both as a kid and adult.

Interviewed my mom about Vietnam and her journey to America. Also how America gave her more of an opportunity to succeed.

Mia (16) interviews her grandmother Pamela (76) to talk about her experience with sexual harrasment at a major corporation.

Shelby Kihega, age 19, is college athlete at MSSU. She runs cross country and track, arguably one of the hardest sports. In this interview, she describes the highs and lows of her favorite sport and what makes her her.

Covid 19, growing up, accomplishments, faith, and regrets.

Alex Bramer reflects on his life

Elizabeth Medugno talks about her experiences growing up both in Italy as well as the United States. She shares memories, inspiring lessons and even gives advice to future generations. This is a story you will want to hear!

Angie shared memories of her childhood and experiences with her family. We talked about her outlook on life and how working hard is her big priority.

My mom moved from Indonesia to the U.S. in 1998 when she was 26. She didn't know very much english but with hard work and determination she learned the language. She now is a fluent english speaker.

Dean Zaidan (61) talks with his daughter, Kate Zaidan (36), about the drive and risks he took to open his store, Dean's Mediterranean Imports, which Kate now runs. Dean tells Kate about his path that led him from Lebanon to...

Stephen Thomas (37) and Rosalie McGhie (63) interview Stephen's grandmother and Rosalie's mother, Thelma McGhie (88), about her immigration to the United States and her life here working as a seamstress and a dietician.

His father and grandfather were hard-workers and faced many struggles, but managed to succeed.

My abut explains that her six grade teacher had a big impact on her because she made my aunt feel like she could do anything in the world.

Tony Weiss is interviewed by his granddaughter, Reese Weiss about hid childhood growing up. This interview took place on Thanksgiving at Reese’s house. His life was amazing and exciting that made for a great story to tell. Tony Weiss has...

We talked about what it was like to participate in the military and how it changed my fathers life. We also talked about some of the most important and influential things/people in his life.

My grandma was not as driven to do things as she was before. She is a very loyal and caring woman. She is loving , smart and committed. She wants the world to think about what they do and generally...

I interviewed my mom, Angie Green, and asked her a few questions about her life.

Kayla Hafidi (33) interviews her father, Jerome Smith (73), about his life, focusing on his time growing up in a segregated Atlanta and his time in the military as a member of the Army Security Agency.

Interview about life.

My grandma told about her life in Geiorga, how she met my grandpa, and how she never stopped working hard to provide for her family.

Junior Correa (33) talks to his friend Orlando Clemons (42) about his childhood, and his determination to overcome obstacles to pursue his goals. He talks about starting a candy business as a kid, and the positives and negatives of that...