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This Very Short Introduction is a general introduction to oral history from the interview to the archive. Douglas A. Boyd examines the oral history interview, recording techniques and strategies, technologies for making oral history accessible, and the legal and ethical implications throughout the work of oral history. Boyd also pays special attention to the role of the archive and the importance of memory.

The Oral History Podcast is produced by Kenneth Greenberg. "As an Oral Historian, I have the privilege of helping people recollect memories, experiences, and reflect on their lives. Recording oral history interviews has allowed me the opportunity to witness firsthand the many benefits of documenting and preserving oral histories for loved ones. This podcast is my attempt to share some of those benefits." ~ Kenneth Greenberg, Oral Historian

From Entertainment Weekly writer and debut author Samantha Highfill, a definitive and deliciously nostalgic look into the creation and legacy of the hit show The Vampire Diaries, as told by its cast, crew, and creators. In 2009, the CW released a show about grief, love, redemption, and, oh yeah...

“A fascinating peek behind the making of a megahit, and a delightful bit of nostalgia for those of us who remember life before streaming TV.” —Town & Country Welcome to the O.C., b*tch: it’s the definitive oral history of beloved TV show The O.C., from the show’s creators, featuring...

Everyone has a story to tell and everyone has something valuable to share. The Oral History Project (OHP) is the only program in the world that collects and preserves stories from the members of the organizations we partner with. We’ve collected over a million stories so far, and our collection grows every day. The Oral History Project Podcast shares some of our favorite stories from our actual callers.

The mission of the Washington County GSA Oral History Project (OHP) is to build a comprehensive and publicly accessible archive that preserves the diverse oral histories of LGBTQIA+ individuals residing in or around Washington County, Pennsylvania.

Stories told by those who lived them––our hidden history unveiled

The Goodman Family Oral History Podcast is a heartfelt journey through the individual and collective experiences of the Goodman family. Through personal stories, reflections, and cherished memories, we celebrate our family's history, values, and legacy. From childhood lessons and career milestones to faith, resilience, and the bonds that hold us together, each episode captures the essence of what it means to be a Goodman. By preserving our voices and stories, we honor the past, embrace the present, and inspire future generations to carry forward our family's rich heritage.

In the 1930s, the Works Progress Administration commissioned an oral history of the remaining former slaves. Bullwhip Days is a remarkable compendium of selections from these extraordinary interviews, providing an unflinching portrait of the world of government-sanctioned slavery of Africans in America. Here are 29 full narrations, as well as nine sections of excerpts related to particular aspects of slave life, from religion to plantation life to the Reconstruction era.

The HEART OF ALL Oral History Project is a 7-part audio series that tells the story of the Lakota oyate from the Pine Ridge Reservation through the words of local elders, community members, and students. Proudly brought to you by Little Wound School and generously funded by the National Endowment for the Humanities.

In celebration of the school’s centennial this year, we are asking members of the Michigan Social Work community to record and share personal stories about their time at the school and how it has impacted their lives.

Intimate, personal portraits of both known and long-forgotten champions, heroes, and witnesses to history brought to you from rare archival interviews.

Oral histories of Myanmar - life stories; some starting as far back as the late 1920’s.From my years of involvement in Myanmar I have become aware of the increasing scarcity of the generation of Myanma citizens who were born during the colonial period and have lived through the tumultuous years since that time. For me, these men and women are "national treasures" whose experience, perseverance and wisdom gained during their long lives will be lost unless we capture their stories in some way. To this end I have decided to interview a number of these elderly citizens. My hope is that these ...

Shades Cahaba High School started classes in 1920 and has served students in Homewood and other over-the-mountain communities for 100 years. This project was started to record the memories of those that attended and worked at Shades Cahaba and those that just have a great story to tell. This project will continue to the end of 2020.

The definitive oral history of the cult classic Dazed and Confused, featuring behind-the-scenes stories from the cast, crew, and Oscar-nominated director Richard Linklater. The production includes an exclusive conversation between Melissa Maerz and Richard Linklater at the end of the audiobook...

Created to mark 40 years of Women in Prison, this podcast brings together the voices of women who have lived through the criminal justice system and fought to transform it. Each conversation is led by women with lived experience of criminalisation, offering a rare and deeply informed perspective on a system that continues to harm women.Through stories of survival, solidarity and resistance, the podcast charts the history of Women in Prison, a feminist organisation that has spent four decades challenging injustice and demanding better for women.These are not just personal testimonies. They are...

To celebrate 35 years of independent community radio, Mic Check: An Oral History of KZFR takes listeners behind the scenes of KZFR 90.1 FM’s earliest days. Through candid interviews with the volunteer programmers who helped build the station, each episode shares the stories, challenges, and memorable moments from the first 10 years of KZFR’s history.These conversations highlight the spirit of experimentation, dedication, and community that continues to shape KZFR today. You'll hear from newsmakers, talk show hosts, and music DJs who helped forge the path of this listener-supported, ...

Get the detailed story of the World's Greatest Record Store Chain, told by the people who worked and shopped in them.

First person stories of queer coming of age. Gay, lesbian, bisexual, trans and genderqueer people.

Season-2 tells the The True Story of Canada's LGBT Purge in a landmark eight part documentary series. It's the first documentary to share the full extent of Canada's anti-homosexual campaigns from WW1 to today, based on our research of thousands of pages of newly declassified documents released through the LGBT Purge class-action settlement. From ridiculous to shocking, you'll hear amazing true stories from courageous survivors; academics; researchers; former MPs, cabinet ministers and a retired Chief of Defence Staff. We even uncovered a 1960s Purge mystery that led all the way to Rideau Hall...