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Marin, Samuel; Marin, Yanely (brother, sister). YouTHink Field Recording, 2010-02-20T11:00:00

 File — Interview-ID: MBY006216

Interview Description

Siblings Samuel Marin, 14, and Yanely Marin, 17, talk about memories of their father's illness, their family, their favorite movies and TV shows, their neighborhood and school, and their aspirations.

Facilitator Subject Log

0:40 Siblings talk about their father's convulsions and stay in hospital six years ago. They reflect about how life changed for them.

13:55 Siblings discuss and admire their family's unity, especially in comparison to their peers' families.

14:45 Siblings talk about favorite movies.

18:50 Siblings talk about their aspirations for the future and their hobbies.

26:00 Siblings talk about their dog, the first day bringing the dog home.

30:20 Siblings discuss their neighborhood. Lynwood used to be gang territory, and they have born witness to shootings and violence. The neighborhood has improved dramatically in last few years. "We see the difference, "YM. Siblings talk about their school, Huntington Park Charter School.

39:50 YM recounts being briefly kidnapped at the age of 2 and a half years old.

42:55 Messages of gratitude and love for their parents.

Dates

  • Creation: 2010-02-20T11:00:00

Language of Materials

Interview in English