Stories - Life Stories
Stories 1483 Interviews 102
Our stories are about how people make sense of their own lives, how they can shed light on our lives, and how we are connected to one another, to history, and to the larger human story.
Jim Foley's characteristic lateness and fully present nature when he arrived
Transfer to Berkeley and involvement in the free speech movement
A night out in Boston before Jim's departure to Syria
Obama's admiration for Martin Luther King Jr. and the Civil Rights Movement
Obama's arrival in Chicago and finding a sense of home in the Black community
The Schomburg Center's role in personal and artistic development
Obama's 2004 Democratic National Convention speech and its significance
Susie Buffett's character, values, and care for others
Grandmother's storytelling, spiritual presence, and unconditional love for the family
Parks' early assignment at a Chicago church shaping his career approach
“Someone told me the story about the child throwing starfish back into the ocean one at a time. 'It makes a difference to this one.' That's kind of how I've looked at it ever since. I can't be Dolores Huerta or Martin Sheen, but I can do what I can do in the rooms I find myself in to look for that starfish.”
Noah Wyle
Reflecting on Avon representatives whose lives were transformed globally
Internal divisions within the Latino community over immigration and newcomers
Documenting a West Baltimore boxing coach and giving back to the community
Connecting with military personnel as a fellow veteran and senator
Traits and motivations of community weavers who rebuild social bonds
Daily walks through the library to observe visitor behavior and service needs
Defense of McCain's military record during the 2000 South Carolina primary attacks
Stokely Carmichael's admiration for King and the roots of Black power
Introduction to Chicago's Black church community through community organizing
Jonas Mekas's legacy and a personal memory of feeding him dinner
