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 patches.”

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 conversations to a wider audience on WBOI's airwaves and on-demand platforms.

Act Of Listening

James And Ruth

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.

Megan

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.

Becky

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.

James And Ruth

In 1 playlist(s)

Act Of Listening

Social links

Follow podcast

Recent clips