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Nancy Holst, age 84, interviewed by Stephen Holst, her youngest son, age 47. Mom talked about growing up and traveling around the world in the navy because her father, Walter, was a chaplain.

One Small Step partners Eric Terashima (53) and Sam Wheeler (53) talk about their careers, the people they most admire, and their political values.

One Small Step partners Patrick Butler (71) and Nancy Duling (60) discuss Patrick's military service during the Vietnam War and their reluctance to express their political views in the current divisive climate.

Pete Wikul’s Journey as a SEAL and a Man.

Kurt Huff, 67, served in the Navy and traveled around the world.

Charlotte Martin talks with her sister, Grace, about growing up as the oldest child, and her perspective of the different chapters of her life.

Whether it be in New Jersey or New York, Tammie Vivlamore's life experience has been crazy from the start. In this interview, Tammie opens up about her less-than-stellar childhood, where she ended up in her 20's, and how becoming a...

Alassandra Holsted (19) interviewing David Kilbourn (76), her maternal grandfather about his time in the navy

zaley renfro interviewer, 19 daughter. marl renfro interviewed 52 father. marks life as a while. mostly his participation in the navy as well as the aftermath.

Husband and wife, Dr. Dudley Harris (80) and Cindy Vondrak (71), discuss Dr. Harris starting the first outpatient ophthalmology surgical center in the state of Texas. They also discuss Japanese pottery, ceramics and using photography as philanthropy.

An interview of a veteran’s life while serving the U.S. Navy.

This interview is about my mother and her journey to where she is today. From childhood, traveling the world, being in Naval Intelligence, and being a mother.

One Small Step conversation partners Bob Carey (60) and Gabrielle Gordon (24) talk about their differences in going to school, both serving as election officials and their feelings about the Constitution.

Spouses, Haleisha Power (43) and Jeremy Power (48), share a conversation about how Jeremy's U.S. Military service impacted their relationship and family.

[Recorded: Friday, September 2nd, 2022] Lillian (20) and Donna (68) have a One Small Step conversation in Charlottesville, Virginia. Lillian is a Third Year student at the University of Virginia studying public policy, leadership, and religious studies. Donna is the...

Carl and Debbie share some stories of Carl's early years, then their life together, married for 50 years. Debbie skillfully redirects Carl's answers when his memory is challenging him to recall details.

Creating Community Through Sharing Stories: A conversation with Gene Marshall, founder and owner of Hometown Seafoods, where he recounts his life and hardworking ethic, including how the fishing industry changed over the past 56 years.

Colleagues Richard Mills (72) and Doug Douds (54) discuss their entrance into the Marine Corps, the importance of learning from the battlefields and histories of the U.S., and making educational approaches accessible to today's learners.

Interview with Paul Ziman, who served in the U.S. Navy. (Part of Tyler Mansouri's Eagle Project)

Part of Tyler Mansouri's Eagle Project.

Interview with Pete Sauers.

Bertha’s son

I learned that it was 4 planes involved in the 9/11 attack. Also I learned that there were a lot of people that help out the people that got hurt during the attack. During the time the U.S. was going...

Discussion on service during operations enduring freedom and Iraqi freedom with a first division marine

Bob talks about life on the farm and college and his time in the Navy on his 80th birthday.