Judy and Philip Frabosilo
Philip Frabosilo and his wife Judi have known each other since they were kids. Crediting President Richard Nixon with their marriage, they’ve maintained what they call “a perfect blend” in their relationship.
Originally aired August 12, 2005, on NPR’s Morning Edition.
Jefferson Crowther and Alison Crowther
On September 11th 2001, a man with a red bandana made his way up and down the South Tower of the World Trade Center three times, helping at least 18 people get out of the building.
His name was Welles Remy Crowther (pictured left), a 24-year-old equities trader for Sandler O’Neill and Partner on the 104th floor. Like his dad, he was a volunteer fireman and he dreamed of one day joining the fire department.
Welles’ body was recovered on March 19, 2002 on the ground floor lobby, right beside the FDNY’s control center. His last contact with his parents was a voicemail he left for his mother, “Mom, this is Welles. I want you to know that I’m ok.”
His parents, Alison and Jefferson Crowther, came to StoryCorps to remember their son.
Originally aired July 25, 2005 on WNYC’s Brian Lehrer Show.
Elaine Leinung and John Leinung
Paul Battaglia left early for work on September 11, 2001.
The 22-year-old Brooklyn native worked for Marsh & McLennan in the World Trade Center. From his office on the 100th floor of Tower 1, he had a spectacular view of his home borough.
It would be the last time his family saw him.
His parents, Elaine and John (pictured in the player above) came to StoryCorps to remember Paul (pictured at left), and what he meant to their family.
Originally aired July 12, 2005 on NPR’s Morning Edition.
Jane Marx and Joseph Svehlak
New York City tour guide Jane Marx talks to her colleague Joseph Svehlak.
Helen Regan and Cornelia Corson
Helen Regan tells her long-time friend Cornelia Corson about a difficult time she had performing in a high school play because the costume she was asked to wear embarrassed her. And while it also caused her some stage fright, the tears and laughter that followed gave her new confidence.
Melva Hightower and Tyler Hightower
Melva Hightower and her young nephew Tyler Hightower exchange stories of strength and struggle across a generational divide. Tyler recalls childhood teasing, and Melva the loss of a dear friend to AIDS.
Originally aired June 24, 2005, on NPR’s Morning Edition.
Gregory and Lloyd Porter
Gregory and Lloyd Porter remember their mother.
Mary Caplan and Emily Collazo
Mary Caplan (right) tells Emily Collazo the story of her brother’s death from AIDS in the early 1980s. Mary recalls the mood of the time, the way people spoke about AIDS, and how her life changed after she brought him home from the hospital for the final time.
Originally aired December 2, 2005, on NPR’s Morning Edition.
Chin-Ju and Julia Li
Chin-Ju Li tells his daughter, Julia, about his father, the filmmaker Pingqian Li.
Petros and Nikos Spanakos
Petros and Nikos Spanakos, twin brothers and professional boxers, remember growing up in Brooklyn.