010 Recording Life Stories: Family Memories & Storytelling Magic with Ashtyn Salazar

Life stories are more than dates and events — they’re the laughter in the kitchen, the quiet resilience of grandparents, and the simple memories that root us. In this episode of The Grandpa Channel, Steve Harris (aka Rivers) sits down with Ashtyn Salazar, founder of Planted Media, to talk about the beauty and urgency of recording stories before they’re lost. Ashtyn’s journey began after the loss of her grandmother, when she realized that journals and photos couldn’t fully capture her voice, her laughter, or her storytelling spirit. Out of that regret, she launched Planted Media — a company devoted to helping families preserve their own “life story book” through the art of storytelling with video. Steve and Ashtyn dive into powerful themes: Why so many grandparents believe they “don’t have stories” (and why they’re wrong). The hidden treasures in “boring” memories — like supplements for breakfast or flower crowns in the garden. How curiosity unlocks connection and keeps family history alive. Why your voice is more than sound — it’s an heirloom. Together, they remind us that every story matters — not just the grand, life-changing moments, but the little details that reveal who we are and how we love. This conversation is part tender reflection, part rallying cry for families everywhere to hit record, ask questions, and celebrate their stories. ✨ Pull up a chair and join us for stories that stick, laughter that lingers, and a reminder that family history lives in the everyday. Hit play, and let’s grandpa.