Every life holds stories that deserve to be remembered—stories that can illuminate the past, strengthen family bonds, and offer insight into who we are and how we became that way. Yet often, these stories remain unspoken, scattered across conversations or held quietly in the minds of loved ones who may never share them. This recent Forum Radio podcast brings that idea into focus through a conversation with Roy Moëd and Yvette Conn—two people who have not just built remarkable careers but who have channeled personal experiences and passions into something profoundly human: helping others preserve their life stories.
As the co-founders of LifeBook Memoirs, what makes their conversation with presenter Jessica Fellowes so compelling is not simply the scale of what they’ve achieved but the why behind it. Both Roy and Yvette came to LifeBook Memoirs after successful but contrasting early careers—he as a serial entrepreneur, she as an investment analyst, dedicated equestrian, and interviewer. Their paths, though different, share a common thread: a fascination with people, resilience, and the forces that shape a life. That shared interest ultimately led them toward a business built on human connection.
In the podcast, they explore the origins of LifeBook Memoirs, from the spark provided by Roy’s desire to give his father renewed purpose to the research that shaped the LifeBook model and on to the global expansion of a process that involves interviewers, ghostwriters, editors, and artisan craftspeople working together across continents. The Forum Radio episode touches on themes of ageing, legacy, memory, empathy, and the irreplaceable value of human interaction—cornerstones of the LifeBook philosophy. Roy and Yvette share examples of discoveries made through LifeBook projects, including stories parents never told their children and moments of connection across generations. Their anecdotes illuminate the quiet power of storytelling to bridge gaps, shift perceptions, and reveal long-forgotten layers of a person’s life.
The conversation also looks forward at what it means to preserve stories in an increasingly digital age, at the limitations of AI when it comes to nuance and emotional understanding, and at how we at LifeBook Memoirs prioritise human presence, careful listening, and time—the very things many of us find in increasingly short supply.
Whether you’re curious about entrepreneurship, fascinated by personal histories, or drawn to the idea of legacy, this podcast episode offers a rich and heartfelt look into our company, built around the ambition of honoring lives well lived. If you’ve ever wondered what stories your own loved ones might share, tune in—this episode is well worth listening to.
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Written by the LifeBook Memoirs editorial team
