Preserve Voices® Story Deck

Most card decks tell you what to ask. Preserve Voices teaches you how to listen.

Turn everyday conversations into high-quality family archives. Created by public media journalist Wilkine Brutus, this deck of 54 curated prompts helps you capture the personal histories and intergenerational wisdom of your loved ones.

With 11,000 Americans turning 65 every day, there has never been a more urgent time to preserve the stories we leave behind.

A Cinematic Journey Like a great film, the guided prompts and their follow-up questions unfold across three dramatic acts to reflect the real journey of a life and culture:

• Origins: A beginning that grounds us.

• Crossroads: A middle that tests us.

• Legacy: An end that transforms us.

What Makes It Different

• 54 Curated Prompts: Ignite joyful, deep storytelling among families and diaspora communities.

• Expert Guidance: Master 5 essential interviewing skills to confidently guide intergenerational conversations in the comfort of your home.

• Bridge the Generational Gap: Go beyond a simple Q&A and create a meaningful space to connect.