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Pam interviews her coworker, Rick, about being a reporter in Butte in the 1960’s, bars that he used to frequent, and the Butte Press Club.

Brendan John [no age given] talks to his father, Barney John [no age given], about Barney's experience growing up Catholic in Karachi, Pakistan. They reflect on the formation of their belief systems, their faith, and their family.

Karen Oakley [no age given] shares memories and tells the story of a beautiful death concerning her father, Ted Repplier.

Sejal Shah (48) interviews her friend Catharine "Kitty" Wise (95) about her life, and discusses the bond they share over books and writing.

Angela interviews her friend (and ex mother-in-law) about her family, her childhood, and her life.

Jan Haas (47) talks with her husband, Tony Haas (48), about health complications she endured after giving birth to their third daughter.

Rob St. Clair (73) sits down with his friend and fellow writer, Stephen "Steve" Scott (79), to ask about the multitude of adventures Stephen has undertaken throughout his life. They discuss everything from baking biscuits to serving in the U.S....

One Small Step partners Jim Candelaria (62) and Armida Huerta (56) share a conversation about their family histories and the roots of their political beliefs.

Friends Lucille [No name given] (73) and Sue [No name given] (73) reflect on the books that Sue enjoyed through the different stages of her life.

Friends and fellow "Kiwanians" Dayre Lias [no age given] and Craig McDonnell (71) sit down for a conversation about their involvement in the Kiwanis Club of Big Lagoon in Pensacola, Florida.

Clint McGuire (56) continues his conversation with his former professor and long-time friend Jack Benjamin (71) about Jack's years building and running a theatre department at the University of South Carolina Aiken. This conversation mainly covers the years 1996-2001. This...

Friends and colleagues Karen Scott (68) and Shawn Askinosie (61) share the story of how their experiences with loss inspired them to create the Lost and Found Grief Center in Springfield, Missouri.

Dianna Hawryluk (26) interviews her grandmother Stephanie Hawryluk (76) about her experiences growing up in Germany, immigrating to the U.S., and living in New York City.

Helena Worthen (71) talks with Rhonda Kingman (67) about spending summers in the Berkshires in Western Massachusetts. She describes her family's house, the surrounding land, the community in Cummington, games her brother and cousins played, reading her Grandfather's extensive collection...

Two friends discussing growing up in Columbus, Georgia around the downtown area.

One Small Step partners Cheryl Lee (52) and Hannah Minkler (31) talk about being inspired by their fathers, their love of basketball, and ranch life.

Jenn Simmons (39) interviews her friend, colleague, and mentor, Howard Cavner (68), about his childhood in the Ozarks region of Missouri, his relationship with his grandmother, the pride he has for his daughter, and the most important lessons that he...

Coworkers Bonnie Scherr (60) and Rachael Perez (23) share a conversation about their experiences living in Dalton, Georgia, the books that have impacted them, their work in the library, and the roles they see themselves filling in their community.

Siblings, Barbara Davis (61) and Joe Davis (54), reminisce about their childhood in Miami, FL, tell stories about their family traditions, and reflect on how their parents helped shape who they are today.

Deborah Davidson (68) sits down with her friend Patricia Thomas Ivery (63) to ask about Patricia's childhood, the wisdom that she has gained throughout her life, and the dreams that she still hopes to achieve.

Friends and co-organizers Nureaka Ross (28) and Lynette Mejia (51) discuss their involvement in advocating for their local library system and obstacles they have faced along the way.

Colleagues Richard Mussler-Wright (56) and Jane Zink (56) share a conversation about their children’s experiences in preschool, the importance of accessible childcare, and their work in early childhood education.

Sarah Padgett (24) interviews new friend Brandy Tolbert (34) about Brandy’s childhood, her family, and her children. Brandy also talks about her role as the director of the Literacy Alliance and how she discovered her passion for literacy work.

Coworkers Silvia Bunn (67) and Deborah Clark (60) gather to honor and appreciate Deborah's years of service at the Mildred L. Terry Public Library, the first public library for African Americans in Columbus, GA. Deborah reminisces about coming to the...

Spouses, Scott Savage (58) and Jennifer Savage (56), share a conversation about the books that Scott writes, their collaborative working process, the tours they go on together, and the power of books. They also talk about neurodiversity and the role...