Download the Free Family Interview Guide

Learn how to begin preserving the stories, memories, and wisdom your family never wants to lose.

Telling Our Tales introduces the basics of oral history, from preparing thoughtful questions to creating a comfortable setting, recording with simple tools, and preserving stories for future generations.

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Enter your name and email below and we will send you Telling Our Tales, a free guide to help you begin preserving your family stories.

Download Your Free Family Interview Guide

Get the guide and learn how to begin preserving your family’s stories with care.

Most Families Want to Preserve Their Stories.

The hard part is knowing where to start.

You may know there are stories worth saving, but the process can feel bigger than it needs to be.

What questions should you ask?

How do you make the conversation feel natural?

What if your loved one does not open up right away?

How do you record and save the story once the conversation is over?

This free guide gives you a simple, respectful starting point.

You do not need to become a professional historian. You just need a clear way to begin.

What You’ll Learn Inside the Guide

Why Oral History Matters

Understand how recorded stories help preserve family identity, memory, and connection.

How to Prepare Before an Interview

Learn how to choose a storyteller, plan your first conversation, and create a comfortable setting.

How to Ask Better Questions

Use open-ended questions that invite real memories, not one-word answers.

Simple Recording and Preservation Tips

Learn how to begin with basic tools and protect the stories you capture.

How to Handle Sensitive

Moments

Get guidance for approaching emotional topics, memory gaps, and difficult family history with care.

This Free Guide Is For You If…

  • You want to record a parent’s, grandparent’s, spouse’s, or loved one’s stories.

  • You are interested in family history but want more than names and dates.

  • You have been meaning to ask better questions but are not sure where to begin.

  • You want to preserve family stories in a way that feels respectful and personal.

  • You want a gentle overview before starting a larger oral history project.

  • You are preparing for a family reunion, milestone birthday, tribute, or legacy project.

Get the Free Guide

Enter your name and email below and we will send you Telling Our Tales, a free guide to help you begin preserving your family stories.

Download Your Free Family Interview Guide

Get the guide and learn how to begin preserving your family’s stories with care.

You Do Not Need a Perfect Plan to Begin.

Many families wait because they think they need professional equipment, a full archive plan, or hours of uninterrupted time.

You do not.

A meaningful family story project can begin with one person, one quiet conversation, and a few thoughtful questions.

This guide will help you take that first step with care and confidence.

Questions Before You Download

What is oral history?

Oral history is a recorded conversation that preserves personal memories, life experiences, and reflections in a person’s own words.

Do I need special equipment?

No. A smartphone or simple recorder can be enough to begin, especially in a quiet room.

Who should I interview first?

Start with the loved one whose stories you most want to preserve or whose memories may be hardest to recover later.

Is this guide for beginners?

Yes. It is designed for families who want a simple, respectful introduction to preserving personal and family stories.

What happens after I download the guide?

You can start with the guide, then use the 30 Minute Family Interview System or Starter Kit when you are ready for more structure.

Start Preserving the Stories Your Family Will Wish They Had Later.

Download the free guide and take the first step toward saving the memories, voice, and wisdom of someone you love.