Interviewing Family Members
How to Interview Your Relatives for Rich Family Stories
Discover practical strategies to capture meaningful family stories through effective interviews. Learn how to approach relatives, craft thoughtful questions, and preserve priceless memories that archives may never hold.
In this episode:
The importance of family stories beyond official records
Who to interview first for optimal results
Preparing questions and setting the right tone
How to ask open-ended questions that elicit storytelling
Handling sensitive topics with care
Taking notes that shape future research
Post-interview steps…
The skinny
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