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Phyllis Gunther (80) talks to her two sons, Bram Gunther (47) and Matt Gunther (44) about the experience of being burned as a child and the impact that has had on her life, her husband, children and grandchildren.

Grandson interviews Grandmother about life in Philippines, emigrating to US, Japanese occupation of Phillipines during WWII

Marion Kaslon talks to her daughters, Karen Schlam and Terri Gilbert, about her family history in Brooklyn, her father’s business savvy and meeting and marrying their father.

A brief conversation between two Black non-binary people (one who is also trans-identifying) and their struggles with society, growing up and coming to understand gender identity, expression & sexuality.

Valentina Marin (16) interviews her uncle, Leonardo Villa (54) about his childhood in Colombia and about working at the Twin Towers.

Michael Diaz-Rivera (23) interviews his mother, Linda Diaz-Rivera-Cleveland (46) about her life, focusing on her experience as a mother.

Jeff Manassero, 24, interviews his father, John Michael Manassero, 63, about his life.

Michelle Souza (58) talks to her friend Laura Richarz (58) about her mother Blase Camacho Souza.

Nancy Bentley (63) interviews her husband, John Atkinson (67) about his life, focusing on his health issues with eczema and asthma, his work in the Peace Corps, and his favorite family memories.

Michael Brant DeMaria (48) and his father Francesco DeMaria (81) talk about fathers, sons, art and life.

John Staley interviews his parents Carl and Julie Staley. The group talk about their careers, favorite family memories and proudest family moments.

Susan Warner, 55, and Koren Bosworth, 53, remember adventures together as wild young women.

Jose Garcia (74) talks to son Karl Garcia (46) about his life and how he became a physicist.

James Montgomery tells his son Kevin of his friendships with Sammy Davis Jr., Paul Newman, Buddy Rich, and other famous people.

Mary Beth Holman and Shawn Mullin returned to the Storycorps booth to talk about the influence of their maternal grandmothers on their lives. They both said that their maternal grandmothers loved them unconditionally. They agreed that each of their relationships...

Curtis Diaz speaks with his friend and colleague Troy Small on his life, how his career in music has inspired him, and his experience growing up as a Black first generation American.

Claire interviews Emma Lou about growing up in Chestnut, Alabama. Emma Lou remembers from childhood about her mother, great-grandmother and her brother, Jim.

Darius Kimble grew up in the 1970s as a young black child. When he was born, his family was not the richest. After some years, his father gained a new job which came with way more money than was given...

A conversation about growing up in the 70s.

Terra Gay has over 20 years of professional experience, including an extensive background in National Service leadership, training, consulting, organizational and entrepreneurial knowledge. She has a B.A. degree in African and African-American Studies from Emory University and a Certificate in...

Kathryn Neaverth interviews her father John Loder about her childhood, their friendship and challenges and their hope for each other and their familiy’s future.

Brian Madison (55) interviews his mother Lois Madison (82). LM talks about her grandparents and her family, moving to Vancouver during WWII, and meeting her husband. She also talks about her life with her husband Oscar.

Lily Horio (81) talks with her friend Shari Tamashiro (38) about her family and growing up in Hawaii during WWII.

Liz, 28, interviews Barb, 42, about her archaeological work at the Presidio.