Act Of Listening
Act Of Listening
Students from the University of Saint Francis teamed up with 89.1 WBOI to create Act Of Listening, a project funded through a grant from AARP. Part of the project’s goal was to alleviate loneliness and isolation in older, low-income adults. Over the 2018-19 school-year, students went out in teams of two and met a variety of older adults in Fort Wayne. One visit was recorded to bring these conversa…Social links:
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Megan
For the 20th episode of Act of Listening, we’ll hear from Megan. She was interviewed by Jennifer Schenkel. Megan talks about not being accepted by her family, bullying from classmates, and finding passions to help her through life.
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Becky
In this episode, we’ll hear from Becky. She was interviewed by Jennifer Schenkel, during their conversation Becky talks about family trips to Wisconsin, breaking bones, and driving Dolly Parton.
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Wes
During this episode we’ll hear from Wes. He was interviewed by Jennifer Schenkel and during their conversation Wes shared memories about working, old department stores bargains, and being Santa Claus.
09:06
James And Ruth
In this episode, student Kendra Siefring interviews James and Ruth. They discuss a large range of topics, including family memories and the ways in which technology transformed the workplace. The two have been married for 60 years, and want to advise young couples not to “give up on the rough patch…
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Denise
Today, we’ll hear student interviewer Kendra Siefring’s conversation with Denise. She is an active participant in her church and in her community. Denise shares lessons and stories with Kendra about spirituality, education, and her family’s relationship with money.
12:21
Beth
Now, we’re going to hear from Beth. She was interviewed by Kendra Siefring. Beth is a learner, survivor, and advocate. In their conversation, Beth talks about how her faith has saved her life.
10:06
Nancy
Now, we’re going to hear from Nancy. She was interviewed by Jennifer Schenkel. In their conversation, Nancy shares what it was like to be a woman in sports; and, she talks about her family’s experiences in theatre.
07:39
Lois
Today, we’re going to hear from Lois. She was interviewed by Jennifer Schenkel. In their conversation, Lois talks about her experiences from childhood, marriage, and moving from place to place.
10:02
Tony
Today, we’re going to hear from Tony. He was interviewed by Jennifer Schenkel. In their conversation, Tony talks about his passions--service, art, and community.
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Julia
Now, we’ll hear from Julia. She was interviewed by Jennifer Schenkel. Julia, a native Hawaiian, believes in the importance of caring for other people. In their conversation, Julia shares lessons she’s learned from her parents and talks about how she passed that wisdom onto her children.
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