great thanksgiving listen 2019- jade petersen

My grandmother lived in Vietnam until 1975. She grew up in Hue, where she lived in a convent from ages 12-17.

Interviewing my Boomer of a Father with Arbitrary Questions on Constantly Changing Topics

He answers questions about his childhood and life that give insight into how things were 50-60 years ago.

How Communication Has Changed

Gina Vaught (57) talks with her child, Jack Vaught (19) about how communication has changed throughout her lifetime.

In Interview with a College Professor Who Spends Most of his Summer Saving Turtles in Belize

This interview contains stories from my uncle’s time in Belize as a college professor. He introduces his charity and ways of funding a small community as well the memories he has made with family, friends, villagers, and students as a...

Interviewing my friend Kyrsten about college

Learning what college is actually like and what to expect

Bria and Deborah Schmitz, College Decisions Affecting More Than Just Career

This interview was between me, Bria Schmitz (16), and my mom, Deborah Schmitz (58). We discussed my mom’s college experience, the decisions she made regarding her education, and how those decisions opened up new possibilities for her.

Michael Groves and Danha Sanchez Lang Interview

Danha and I started a random conversation that lead us to getting to know each other more. We talked about where we are from, our hobbies, and many other things.

A Chat with My Mama

A short interview with my mama about childhood memories and mine and my twin sister’s weird childhood illnesses. Enjoy!

Thanksgiving Interview

In this interview Yara, a 15 year old, and her grandfather, Dave, who is 80, talk about the continuity and changes from growing up in the 40s to modern day. It explores subjects from wars, innovations, education, and politics.

A Testament to the Benefits of Struggle: A Discussion with the Memons

My parents, Neha Memon and Samir Memon (46) discuss how their struggles in moving to a new country shaped their spirituality, work ethic, and their choices as parents. We discuss how adaptability has sculpted their present lives, and how malleable...

"Rebekah and Jenna – Successful College Students"

Participants include Jenna Greer and Rebekah Tiernan who are both 18 and are best friends. The interview is for a class called College Success. We discussed a story about a skiing accident, her first impression of me and how she...