Grandpa Gerry

We discussed his childhood and adolescence, who was influential in his life, and any advice he’d give to his teenage self.

“I was a mma fighter with them ankles.”

Nia talks about her childhood and how “fun” it was for her in her eyes, but that fun ended in some trouble.

The Great Thanksgiving Listen 2021
November 8, 2021 App Interview

In this recording, Devin Hicks, an Eastern Michigan student, in Ypsilanti, MI records a practice audio interview for the Great Thanksgiving Listen 2021. Devin is a communications major and is working towards the completion of her degree.

Anjali & Erika discuss preparing for the climate emergency
November 17, 2021 App Interview

Anjali and Erika take a dive into the emotional aspects of the climate crisis. They discuss emotional challenges that are present during this time as well as different forms of coping. Practicing yoga and taking walks are just the beginning.

Deziree Gray’s test interview for the great thanksgiving listen, 2021

In this test recording, Dezirée Gray records a practice audio file for the Great Thanksgiving Listen 2021. Deziree Gray is a student at Eastern Michigan University and recording this interview for PSY-322 Psychology of Adolescence.

The Great Thanksgiving Listen

In this interview, the participant talked about their childhood and their dreams for future generations. He noted how he wished that Generation Z and their children could be as carefree as he was as a child.

Interview With Grandpa

I interviewed my 82 year old grandpa about his life and what advice he had to give to me.

Livi and Kiana discuss local foods

Livi talks about accessibility of local foods, farmers markets, and moving to a new city one day.

Mark Lyons” The Everlasting Vacation

Born in Owoso, Michigan. Made his way to sunny California

Ralph Jarl

Listen in to hear how Ralph has dealt with the loss of his wife and how he’s tried to live since.

Jasiri Kemp and his grandmother, Belinda Kemp, talk about life growing up in Flint, Michigan.

This interview, recorded in November 2017 in Flint, Michigan, Jasiri Kemp (15) and his grandmother, Belinda Kemp(60), talks about childhood life, work, and family all growing up in Flint. Ms. Kemp tells stories of her son, my father, as a...

Dominick and Mackenzie discuss local food

Mackenzie and Dominick discuss local food from a past perspective growing up in different areas of the U.S. and how the local food experience has changed since coming to college in Ann Arbor, MI.

Kyliah Harper and her grandma Joyce Pearson talks about her childhood memories and family.

In this interview, conducted on November 30, 2019 in Flint, Michigan, Kyliah Harper (15) interviews her grandma Joyce Pearson (62) about her childhood and important memories. Ms. Pearson talks about her childhood memories and frequent visits to Virgina with her...

Sheila Kienzle

We talked about how great Mom’s life turned out...how she is grateful for everything she’s been blessed with.

The career reflections of a centenarian

My 100-year-old grandfather’s reflections on his education and career in chemical engineering—before and after WWII.

Alexis Harris and her mom Shannon Sims talk about their lives and childhood similarities

In this interview conducted in November 2017, Alexis Harris(15) sits down with her mom Shannon Sims(37) to talk about her childhood and her two children. Shannon shares stories about her job, her favorite memories, and growing up. At minute 7,...

#1 homie

My best friend and I have many deep talks, but this is the one I like most.