US Korean War Veteran: Life, Work, and Lessons

During the November 26th interview with Mr. Marshall, we talked about his family’s origins, growing up in a small town, his childhood life, adult life, work life, and experiences in the military. He described how his life was affected by...

Interview with my Baba
December 30, 2019 App Interview

We talked about what Baba did as a child and what she did after she came to the USA.

Working in Another Language

Despite being in Japan for the earthquake in 2011, Gerald Hirshberg doesn't tell that story, because stories of interacting with the place and the people are far more earthshattering. In November of 2017, Kate Hirshberg interviewed her grandfather, Gerald 'Jerry'...

An American In Japan: Korean War (Pt. 2)

My grandfather tells me the stories of his service on the Military Railroad Service in American based Japan during the Korean War. He gives personal insight into his experience as a young American man in an unfamiliar land during wartime.

The process of getting a occupation in Japan

In the interview, Noriko Murakawa talks about her life after she graduated high school, and the process of finding a job in Japan before coming to America to become a preschool teacher.

Blanche’s travels
September 20, 2021 App Interview

Blanche is interviewed by her grandchild about her travels around the united states and what she learned from them.