James’ love for Volkswagens

An interview about a boy’s love for cars, and Volkswagens in particular. Everything from miles per gallon to smiles per gallon is talked over.

Aurelina and Erica’s Great Listen Interview

In this interview, I, Aurelina, have a conversation with my sister, Erica, about her experiences when she was my age. We cross upon her transition from the Dominican Republic to America, middle school, high school, and significant teachers in her...

"I don't fear the disease, I fear the effect it has on people."

Lizzie DeGraw (18) interviews her best friend, Maddy Guinen (18), about her childhood, school, coming of age, and how the Coronavirus affected her last year of highschool.

The Old Me

Doing this interview gave me so much insight on what I have to look forward to. Aging is a beautiful experience!

Dusty W. on growing up in an “Appalachian Holiness Church”

A short interview with Dusty W., who grew up in an Appalachian snake-handling family. Dusty explains his family’s beliefs and his own spiritual outlook.

Of Spiders and Finches

In this interview, my mother shared some of her favourite memories of her as a child, as well as when I was growing up. Our childhoods really do shape us.

Dad. 12/1/19

My dad and I haven’t had the best relationship, but we’ve been trying restore our bond, and this seemed like the perfect opportunity to talk! We had really good chats about his childhood and our current lives; my lovely dog...

A snippet in the life of my wonderful Grandma.

My grandma is about 58 years old and has a sharp attitude to life. Her motto is to always keep things going and to never forget those most dearest to you.

“The hardest person to come out to was myself” Siobhan and Erin interview Anne and Mary

Anne and Mary have been married 30 years. Their niece Siobhan and her wife Erin interview them about their journey coming out to themselves and their families and building their lives together.

Profound Moments

In this interview, I discuss moving to Missouri with my Missouri Scholars Academy classmate, Desiree Daos.

dad interview

I sit down to discuss my fathers past and unique upbringing that is still difficult to talk about.

Thanksgiving Listen with Tatum and Kathleen Nyhuis

In this interview I, Tatum talk with my grandma about everything from her scholarships to college to her experience having breast cancer as a young mother.

Abuelita

we talked about my grandmothers childhood and coming of age.

Dandelion

Imagine a world where it was weird to be straight. Women and women, man and man, women and man, it didn’t matter the pair, anyone could have a child. It just happened to be that pairs of the same sex...

Book Talk: Ian Drury & Allegra Dugan discuss literature, benefits of reading, and timeless novels.

Drury and Dugan discuss the challenges of finding one’s path in the world, blooming in the face of darkness, and influencial people and events. Also mentioning various books that have stuck with them and hopes for the future.

Even the Shiniest Apples Don’t Fall Far From the Tree

I decided to interview my mom because even though we both know each other very well, there were still some things left undiscovered. I am very thankful for all she has done for me throughout my life.

A Chinese Mother and her American Daughter

My Chinese mother recounts growing up in 1970s Suzhou, China and moving to Alabama in the early 90's to start a new life. She discusses her career, reflects on major life choices, and gives advice.

Teen girl interview

Three girls discuss growing up, regrets and all the dumb stuff they have done