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Katjo Tsai

Description: Three brief "Wancho Folksongs", known as “Kātjo Tsāi” or "Birth Song" are included in the audio clip above. The first song echoes the importance of being wise in the pursuit of life. It expresses the idea of exhorting and shares that one should take the narrow route; rather than pursuing things that appear large and important but will ultimately result in catastrophe. It conveys the idea that great things can be achieved by taking small steps towards larger goals in life. It is a song about kee… more
Date: July 31, 2024
Duration: 3 minutes 31 seconds
Creator: Lihmai Wangsu
Partner: UNT College of Information
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Elicitation of Kewhi Tenyidie words with English counterparts

Description: Wordlist of various words in Kewhi Tenyidie, along with their English counterparts. The wordlist is compiled by the creator and is a curated version of the Leipzig-Jakarta List.
Date: July 30, 2024
Duration: 5 minutes 10 seconds
Creator: Savio Meyase
Partner: UNT College of Information

Story: Chicken and Pig (Kewhi Tenyidie)

Description: A story told in Sopvoma (Kewhi Tenyidie), translated by the informant from English. This is a popular English fable about business commitment where the pig is asked to povide ham and the chicken is to provide eggs.
Date: July 30, 2024
Duration: 40 seconds
Creator: Savio Meyase
Partner: UNT College of Information

Story of "Jugi Silchi"

Description: In the ancient Garo Hills, a remarkably beautiful woman named Jugi Silchi lived among her people. Her exceptional beauty captured the attention of the powerful King of Assam, Ahom, who was determined to make her his queen. However, the Garo people, unwilling to part with their beloved Jugi Silchi, cleverly hid her in a secluded cave to protect her. This brave act ensured her safety and allowed her to remain a cherished member of their community. To this day, Jugi Silchi's legendary beauty is ce… more
Date: July 25, 2024
Duration: 4 minutes 39 seconds
Creator: Jaksilchi S Sangma
Partner: UNT College of Information

Onkhümoe Motsü

Description: """Once upon a time, there were two brothers. The elder brother's name was Yantsae, and the younger brother's name was Elü. Unfortunately, the younger brother did not like his elder brother, and they did not love each other. One day, while walking with his friend, Elü said, ""Let's go to the jungle to pick and eat black cherries."" They agreed and went to the forest. Elü climbed up the black cherry tree, ate some cherries, and applied the juice all over his body. Then he called out to his frien… more
Date: July 24, 2024
Duration: 2 minutes
Creator: Lansothung T Lotha
Partner: UNT College of Information

Traditional Dishes Of Garo Community

Description: This narration gives a fascinating account of the traditional dishes of the Garo community, highlighting how they used to cook and the flavors they enjoyed. The narrator explains that in the past, the Garo people would venture into the forest to forage for vegetables, which were a staple ingredient in their cuisine. This practice allowed them to survive and thrive in their environment. She also touches on the differences between traditional dishes of the past and present, likely noting how mode… more
Date: July 23, 2024
Duration: 4 minutes 22 seconds
Creator: Jaksilchi S Sangma
Partner: UNT College of Information
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Elicitation of Zotshü Tenyidie words

Description: Wordlist of various words in Zotshü Tenyidie. The wordlist is compiled by the creator and is a curated version of the Leipzig-Jakarta List.
Date: July 21, 2024
Duration: 3 minutes 18 seconds
Creator: Savio Meyase
Partner: UNT College of Information

Elicitation of Zotshü Tenyidie words with English counterparts

Description: Wordlist of various words in Zotshü Tenyidie, along with their English counterparts. The wordlist is compiled by the creator and is a curated version of the Leipzig-Jakarta List.
Date: July 21, 2024
Duration: 4 minutes 56 seconds
Creator: Savio Meyase
Partner: UNT College of Information
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Sister Shea Hung-Ho, DFW Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence

Description: Interview with Sister Shea Hung-Ho, the President of the DFW chapter of the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence from the DFW area. Sister Shea speaks on her early memories of the Sisters, how the organization operates, its mission, its history, who she knows and how she wants to run the operation, and the Sister's mission as community helpers.
Date: July 16, 2024
Duration: 1 hour 25 seconds
Creator: Sr. Hung-Ho, Shea & Testa, Nino
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

The Legend of Sophen

Description: In the mountains of Nampong, there lived a young woman named Sophen who lived with her old, morbid parents. She was the only child of her parents, so it was her duty to look after them as they were too old to take care of themselves. In order to feed them, she worked hard. In fact, she became the bread winner of her family at a young age. Every morning she had to travel two kilometers away from her village in order to collect water from the river. In those days, there were no proper roads or ve… more
Date: July 14, 2024
Duration: 2 minutes 13 seconds
Creator: Tomugha Sumi
Partner: UNT College of Information
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[Charting a Library Career: Kevin Yanowski's Odyssey]

Description: The engaging interview between Kevin Yanowski and Justin Lemons as Kevin unfolds the story of his library career. From the beginnings that sparked his interest to the pivotal moments that led him on the library career path, Kevin shares insights into his journey. Join the conversation to discover the passion, challenges, and growth that have shaped Kevin's career in the dynamic world of libraries.
Date: July 27, 2023
Duration: 32 minutes 44 seconds
Creator: Yanowski, Kevin & Wilson, Sara
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections
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[Shaping Futures: A Library Career Journey with Shaureece Park]

Description: The captivating interview between Sara Wilson and Shaureece Park as they explore the beginnings of Shaureece's library career. Discover the motivating factors that led her to pursue a path in librarianship and follow her journey through the evolving landscape of library services.
Date: July 27, 2023
Duration: 39 minutes 44 seconds
Creator: Park, Shaureece & Wilson, Sara
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

Shitilong Otsü

Description: This narration unveils a compelling legend from the Ao community's Mongsenyimyi Village, where tradition and culture are revered. Around 180 years after the village's formation, the tale of "Shitilong" emerged, witnessed by a man of wealth and wisdom, Süameren, who was part of the village council. Shitilong literally translates to "Elephant Rock" as it is a huge rock, like a mighty elephant. This Rock became the God of Mongsenyimti, ushering in an era of worship and blessings. The natives place… more
Date: July 26, 2023
Duration: 4 minutes 15 seconds
Creator: Dorela Jangru; Onenkokla Jamir; Arentula; Kecheitei-ü letro & Thechano Murry
Partner: UNT College of Information
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[Charting Paths: Sian Brannon's Library Odyssey]

Description: Audio recording of an interview with Sian Brannon as she shares her journey into the world of libraries. Join Sara Wilson in exploring the beginnings of Sian's library career, the motivations that led her down this path, and the experiences that shaped her professional trajectory.
Date: July 20, 2023
Duration: 18 minutes 17 seconds
Creator: Brannon, Sian & Wilson, Sara
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections
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[Harmony in Libraries: Susannah Cleveland's Melodic Career Tale]

Description: Audio recording of an interview with Susannah Cleveland, as she shares the harmonious narrative of her library career. Starting at the music library, Susannah unfolds the chapters of her professional journey, offering insights into what inspired her to pursue a career in libraries.
Date: July 20, 2023
Duration: 51 minutes 18 seconds
Creator: Cleveland, Susannah & Lemons, Justin
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

Elicitation of words for analyzing stress 52

Description: This is an elicitation of words read within a three-sentence frame for the purpose of acoustic analysis of word- and phrase-level stress correlates.
Date: July 14, 2023
Duration: 7 minutes 39 seconds
Creator: Paramore, Jonathan Charles
Partner: UNT College of Information

Elicitation of words for analyzing stress 53

Description: This is an elicitation of words read within a three-sentence frame for the purpose of acoustic analysis of word- and phrase-level stress correlates.
Date: July 14, 2023
Duration: 11 minutes 40 seconds
Creator: Paramore, Jonathan Charles
Partner: UNT College of Information

Elicitation of words for analyzing stress 54

Description: This is an elicitation of words read within a three-sentence frame for the purpose of acoustic analysis of word- and phrase-level stress correlates.
Date: July 14, 2023
Duration: 9 minutes 20 seconds
Creator: Paramore, Jonathan Charles
Partner: UNT College of Information

Elicitation of words for analyzing stress 55

Description: This is an elicitation of words read within a three-sentence frame for the purpose of acoustic analysis of word- and phrase-level stress correlates.
Date: July 14, 2023
Duration: 8 minutes 17 seconds
Creator: Paramore, Jonathan Charles
Partner: UNT College of Information

Elicitation of words for analyzing stress 56

Description: This is an elicitation of words read within a three-sentence frame for the purpose of acoustic analysis of word- and phrase-level stress correlates.
Date: July 14, 2023
Duration: 8 minutes 11 seconds
Creator: Paramore, Jonathan Charles
Partner: UNT College of Information

Elicitation of words for analyzing stress 57

Description: This is an elicitation of words read within a three-sentence frame for the purpose of acoustic analysis of word- and phrase-level stress correlates.
Date: July 14, 2023
Duration: 11 minutes 33 seconds
Creator: Paramore, Jonathan Charles
Partner: UNT College of Information

Elicitation of words for analyzing stress 58

Description: This is an elicitation of words read within a three-sentence frame for the purpose of acoustic analysis of word- and phrase-level stress correlates.
Date: July 14, 2023
Duration: 11 minutes 19 seconds
Creator: Paramore, Jonathan Charles
Partner: UNT College of Information

Elicitation of words for analyzing stress 59

Description: This is an elicitation of words read within a three-sentence frame for the purpose of acoustic analysis of word- and phrase-level stress correlates.
Date: July 14, 2023
Duration: 8 minutes 32 seconds
Creator: Paramore, Jonathan Charles
Partner: UNT College of Information
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