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On this episode of the salt pepper and cumin podcast we talk to three guests on life challenges that they have all had to overcome

Life lessons and growing up.

During the interview, we spoke a lot about past experiences and how they shaped the interviewee to be who he is today. We spoke a lot about his childhood, and the differences between the times then and now. We also...

During this interview with my mother, Marilena Tolea, we discussed several different topics. First, she described her childhood in Romania, school, and the impacts of communism. Then, she elaborated on her family, particularly the influences her siblings and her mother...

We talked about life and how it takes a toll on us and the outcomes is gives.

Friends and "sisters in Christ," Dr. Ola Sylvia Lamar Sheffield [no age given] and Valeria Lynn [no age given], describe their spiritual journeys, discuss the role faith plays in their lives, and give advice to those struggling.

Mostly talked about life experiences and a lot of hardships my grandmother went through.

Spouses, Sarah Alfano (33) and Michael "Mike" Alfano (37), discuss the joys, challenges, and fulfillment that came with navigating their first year of parenthood during the COVID-19 pandemic. They also share their hopes and dreams for their daughter, Siena.

I interviewed my mom (Karina Glosman) about her immigration story, coming from Russia to the United States. We discussed her earliest memories in America, assimilation, financial challenges, her role models, and proudest moments in her life.

Spouses, Lizzy Kelley (36) and Wade Bishop (46), talk about their relationship, their life during the pandemic, and the message they would like to share with their future selves.

On December 1st, 2019, Karina Lo speaks with Belinda Lo, who is her mother. Karina asks Belinda about her childhood and the experience from when she came to America. They discuss about the hardships and challenges Belinda went through to...

Angelia Herrin (69) interviews her mother, Marie Herrin (92), about her childhood and their family.

Jorge Esparza, 19, talks about the biggest influence in his life, his dad. He talks about his struggles, his challenges, and how he became his biggest hero.

Discussing Maggie's college experience and how it is shaping her vision of the future after graduation.

Discussion of Trace’s childhood and growing up challenges.

My mom tells me about her opportunities in emigrating to America while she was still young, and the challenges her mother might’ve faced in raising kids compared to herself.

Nicole Berry 37, and her grandmother Ramona Martinez 80 talk early childhood memories, parenting and life after 80.

Tyler is a 30 year old EMT. In this interview we speak of the challenges he faced and things he liked about the program

Friends Jackiez Gonzalez (35) and Kelsey Johnikin (34) sit down for a conversation about their experiences moving to Tulsa, OK through the "Tulsa Remote" program.

My grandparent Pascual Simpson, 82, said that education is the most important thing a person has. Also said I shouldn't admire him because he lacks one. Let me tell you why he’s wrong. He didn’t finish school, but he became...

Childhood memories, growing up, and love interests and challenges.

Talking to my sister about the challenges of being a fifth grade teacher.

Middle school teacher and I talk about narratives and the importance of independence, responsibility, challenging yourself and voting.

The participants are Shatika Turner (30) and Jaquana Greenwood (25) they are family friends. The topic of the conversation was the achievements and challenges of a person that has a disability.

Anna Paloma Williams (32) asks her mother, Luz Kenyon (58), about what life was like for her as she immigrated to the United States from Mexico and raised her children in a new country. They also discuss the female role...