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Carol "Coke" Lindsey (64) and Kim Clarke (54) talk about their experiences as teammates on team handball competing in the Olympics for the United States.

Andrew Mortensen (31) talks with his colleague Patrick Olson (33) about the bike trip he took across the United States, through Mexico, Central America, and South America, ending in Patagonia. He talks about raising awareness and advocating for The Trevor...

Adi Golad (67) talks with his employee and friend Aly Lloyd (23) about his journey into the toy trade, the importance of personal relations, and the joy of doing everything with passion.

Facilitator Jhaleh Akhavan (30) interviews Kryszelda Mendoza (27) about her early life, growing up without her father (who was deported), how she became a teacher, and why she continues to teach today.

Dave (76) is interviewed by Lisa (36) about being involved in reenactments at the Fort Union Trading Post National Historic Site and role with the reenactment organization called the Fort Union Muzzle Loader Association.

Mattie Hamilton (19) and her writing coach Sonja Killebrew (43) discuss themes of writing and creativity, sexuality, COVID-19 and Mattie's experiences in the foster care system.

Artist Julia Sinelnikova (33) sits down with conversation partner Ian Gonzalez (26) to remember their friend JJ. They discuss their collaborations with JJ at Vector Gallery in New York City and explain how their friendship with JJ shaped their personal...

Longtime family friends Barbara Fried (87) and Leigh Sato (61) discuss the founding of Innisfree Village and how its challenges, ideals, and opportunities have evolved over time.

C. "Mondello" Browner (60) and his son Aiden Browner (19) remember Mondello's mother, their individual college experiences, and look ahead to Aiden's future as he continues his education.

Cole Johnston (26) and his "bestie" Owen MacDonnell (25) talk about the origins of their friendship at Cornell University, their participation in the Intergroup Dialogue Project, and how their similar communication styles have made their friendship so strong.

Dominique V. (32) interviews her friend Margaret [No Name Given] (34) about her experiences as a mother living with mental illness. They talk about trauma, grief, and parenting.

Harold R. Johnson (91) speaks with his daughter Karen Downing (57) about being the first Black dean at the University of Michigan. He talks about how his upbringing and experience enriched his work and how he loves working with people.

Carlos G. Mendoza (65) speaks to his daughter, Erika Mendoza (30), about his life and accomplishments. When Carlos was 18, he worked in the fields picking tomatoes. He later attended UC Berkeley through an affirmative action program and talks about...

Sean "Saddiq" Benson (48) interviews his friend David "Dawud" Clark (61) about his work in the penitentiary system advocating for inmates' right and later his work with Dream of Detroit helping run a reentry house.

Longtime friends Lee Walters (73) and Nancy Chappell (68) speak about their intertwined connection to Innisfree Village and reflect on the successes, relationships, and values that define their unique community.

Jon Fried (60) and close friend David Luedeka (55) talk about their friendship and Jon's connection to Innisfree Village.

Amy Weinstein (64) interviews new friend Joe Montalvo (60) about his experience responding to the September 11th attacks as a construction worker and how his life changed since then, including his employment, health, and financial standing.

Husband and wife, Thaddeus Shakoor (79) and Beheejah Shakoor (80), talk about when they first met and reflect on their relationship over the years.

Mark Bartoloni (71) is interviewed by new friend and StoryCorps facilitator Zazil-xa Davis-Vazquez (25) about enlisting in the United States Military, fighting in the Vietnam War, the struggles he faced returning home as a combat veteran, and his life at...

Paul Hobson (70) talks with his wife Victoria Hamilton (68) about his early life as an artist working for Bauhaus master Herbert Bayer, how those experiences informed his later work as a designer, and how meeting his wife changed his...

Herminia Curiel (60) is interviewed by her daughter, Zahaira Curiel (29) about her views and feelings on immigration, how the process has changed since her arrival in Washington heights in the 70s. They discuss Washington Heights and how the community...

Wendy Cluley (40) talks with new friend Sarah Krauss (32) about her family as well as her time at the University of Texas at Austin and the McCombs School of Business. She also talks about what both of those places...

Eric Sawyer (67) speaks with his friend Lee Smith (34) about his relationship to Fire Island particularly during the AIDS epidemic. Eric shares about his activism with ACT UP and Housing Works to raise awareness and care for those who...

Mandy Curo de Quintero (40) and Caroline Mendoza (75) talk about traditional foods and recipes, compare life on and off the reservation, and share childhood memories.

New friends Cole Johnston (25) and Ade Oluokun (29) talk about the most important people in their lives, their biggest inspirations and what they hope for the future.