"If you don't have a side to play, you can be killed." Mario Fuentes interviews his father of the same name about his incredible life in a country plagued by a civil war. The story gives a glimpse of what struggling really is and offers a new inspiration in life to keep moving foward.
"I am a documentary film maker" Eva interviews her dad, Christopher Walker, about how he became a film maker. It shows how doing what you love makes your life fun.
"Near Death Experience" Jack interviews his dad Casey about the time he almost got struck by lightning and died. This teaches us the dangers of life, and how we should enjoy every second of it because you never know what can happen.
"I can always come back to you." Alexis interviews her best friend about many of their experiences together. She talks about the true meaning of their 9 year friendship.
"The BIggest Incident of my Life" Chiraphat's dad was hit by a 10 wheel truck and seriously injured. The interview is in Thai with English subtitles. Click on the video below.
"Right into impact, i thought, 'I'm gonna die.'" Emily interviews Vincent about the time a car hit him. This story is important because it gives insight to how traumatic events affect people, whether positively or negatively.
"Excited and Nervous" Anthony interviews his mom about her experiences when the men she lets into her life leave her each leaving a piece of themselves for her to raise by herself with help along the way. This story is important because it shows that not all families were created equal and how being a single mother changes one's perspective on life
"It was interesting looking up and seeing all these futures ahead of me" Mabel interviews her father about how it was growing up being the youngest of six children. This story shows the relationships and functions of a large family.
"I love school. I know that people think school is boring and everything, but if you think about it, it really is beneficial to you." Jay interviews his friend Jason about school. This story is important because it shows how school prepares and guides you toward your goal.
"I Started Walking" Harout interviews his neighbor about his journey that he goes on. After the journey he plans to walk the world. This is important because it shows that anyone can accomplish their dreams.
"There was a moment when I thought maybe I wasn't going to get this job." Isabel interviews her grandfather Anthony on making a life-changing decision to quit college and move away from his family. This is important because it shows sometimes you must take big risks in order to be rewarded.
"it isn't a goodbye, but ill see you again". Ben interviews his mom about her decisions, behavior, and emotions during the time she found out about her fathers death.
"There are no regrets here" Iris interviews her mother Rosemarie about being bullied and having divorced parents as a child. This interview is important because it shows you that life sometimes doesn't go according to plan, but you always have to try to make the best of it and never give up hope.
“OH NO!!! For The First Time In My Life I Will Be Dictated To!” Jiate interviews his dad about how being a single parent has significantly changed his life and how important it is to deal with the curve balls that life hands you.
"My little high school story" Daniella interviews her cousin about the consequences of surrounding yourself with bad influences.
"A Faster Life in the City" Karisma interviews her Grandfather about his childhood. This story shows how life was different for children who grew up in the 1940's and 50's.
"Electronic Music is a different experience", Max interviews Casey, a experienced Electronic Musician, about how different Music can change the way we look at the world.
"You looked at me as if to say, 'What took you so long?'" Arabella interview her mom, Cecily. She talks about her road to having a child by herself, showing all the joys and struggles of motherhood.
“Manchee died” Marc interviewed his sister, Bianca, about her passion of reading books. This is important because you get to know more about a person you've known you're whole life but don't really understand even if it's about books.
"Nothing changed, except there was a crying, screaming, pooping creature in the room over." Ella Gullion interviews Cielo Velazquez on the birth of her baby brother, showing change isn't always a bad thing.
"It was good to finally talk to somebody." Zoe interviews her friend's father about the challenges of growing up and living with OCD, and how they almost took his life. This story reveals how important it is for a person to feel wanted, what starts to happen when they don't.
" It Means A Lot To Me" Diego Rodriguez interviews his hard-working mother, Irma Rodriguez. He discovers the story of himself: the sacrifices she made and the dreams, she wishes he achieves in time. This story is important because it shows the bond between a mother and son.
"The city shook right before my eyes." Mary interviews her mom Aneta about the intense 1988 earthquake in Armenia which killed thousands of people and destroyed many homes. She talks about how it drastically changed both her life and perspective on it.
"My dream to be a pilot" Ralph interviews his dad about his career. This story is important because having to give up your dreams doesn't mean your life is completely over.
"We were there for 4 days". Ben interviews his father Tom about his experiences at Woodstock. This story is important because it shows that money or property doesn't matter, it's experiences that make you happy
"Every step I take affects you guys" Emily interviews her mother Lena on the struggles and challenges of raising two children on her own. This story is important because it shows you are able to overcome your hardest times.
"I'll Be Living In a Box" Cellena interviews her friend about her relationship with her parents. Its important to have a good relationship with your parents because they are family and family means no one gets left behind.
"I wanted them to grow up to be good people..." Jeanie interviews her aunt Sandy. They discuss their family and the hardships Sandy faced raising her children. This story teaches how important it is to stick together with family, no matter what.
"At first I hated it" Liam interviews his dad about his experience in Iran as a child, showing that things can improve over time.
"For me it was a strange country"
Marilyn interviews her mom about her life in Mexico and how it was when she first came to the USA. This story is important because it shows how hard it can be to move from one place to another to start a new llfe. (Interview in Spanish)
"All they could do was blame me", Kimberly interviews a friend about how her mother gave up her life for the sake of her child.
"I love him so much, that's what I tell him everyday". Yahir's father shares the story of the loss of his beloved father. The importance of this story sprouts from what it teaches, which is to give love to those who have loved you, because they might not be in our presence for eternity.
"I miss the Philippines". Meagan interviews her step-dad about his transition from living in the Philippines to living in America. This is important because it shows how hard it is to adapt to a new place.
"And since then I have accepted Jesus as my Lord and Savior". Tonatiuh interviews his dad about his relationship with Jesus Christ. This story is important because it shows that the road to Jesus is open to those who choose to be with him.