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Juan starts by talking about his work and his family. Then, he comments on his fascination with the military service and his participation in the Ejercicio Bastión 86. Juan describes his childhood as "violent" and comments on his relationship with martial arts.

At the beginning of the first session, the interview focuses on Juana, who recalls her childhood, her education, and the trips she made as a child to the United States. Juana also recalls the time when she was co-opted by the CIA for espionage work. She then reflects on racial separatism in the United States and the assassination of John F. Kennedy. Juana recounts her return to Cuba and the publication of her book. Later, Yolanda enters the conversation. They discuss the figure of Ernesto "Che" Guevara. Yolanda comments on her relationship with historical archives. Both reflect on racism and homosexuality in Cuba.

Julio begins the interview talking about his birth and his family in Maisí, Cuba. Then, Julio comments on his education and his time in the Cuban army. He discusses his work as administrator of the Maisí Municipality's Cultural Department, why he is interested in working in culture, and about the role of women in this area. Julio comments on gender roles while he was growing up. He remembers his mother's teachings on home care and comments on the domestic work he does at home. Julio talks about racism in Cuba, given that he is a trigueño who is married to a white woman. He comments on religion and the relationship between Catholicism and the Communist Party. Julio discusses the relationship between prostitution and tourism. He also elaborates on how homosexuality has become naturalized on the island. Finally, he talks about his son and his daughter, the traditional upbringing he gives them, and what he would like for their future

Katia begins the first session by talking about her birth and astrology. Katia describes the various jobs she held while commenting on the labor difficulties she had to face as a woman. She then discusses her family, the relationship that each of her relatives established with the Revolution, migrations, and Operation Peter Pan. Katia discusses motherhood.

Laura begins the first session by recalling her childhood, her studies, life as a boarding school student, and the difficulties in choosing a university career. Then, Laura reviews her experience as a militant in the Young Communist League and the Communist Party, as well as the reasons why she decided to distance herself from her political commitment. Laura discusses her work as a food controller and brivery. She also discusses living with her brother and mother. Laura recalls the missile crisis, the death of Ernesto "Che" Guevara, the 1994 rafter crisis, the Special Period, and the Mariel exodus. She then discusses her relationship with homosexuality and the problems homosexuals face on the island. Finally, Laura discusses alcoholism in Cuba.

In the first session, Lazaro discusses police persecution of homosexuals and the concept of "dangerousness". Lazaro comments on clandestine homosexual parties. He then discusses when he was diagnosed as HIV positive, his stay in Miguel Enriquez hospital for pulmonary emphysema, and the accompaniment of his family at times when his health was delicate. Lázaro discusses the administration of monetary donations from the United Nations (UN). Lázaro discusses homosexual prostitution. He also recalls his early homosexual experiences. Lazaro discusses wealth distribution, state control of currency, censorship, lack of freedom of speech, and tourism.

Lázaro begins the interview remembering his youth and the Special Period. Lázaro discusses the different currencies in circulation in Cuba. He also discusses his work as a baker. Lázaro reflects on the economic situation of the country and military service. Towards the end of the interview, Lázaro's friends join the dialogue. They discuss racism, homosexuality, youth, and internet access

Lilia begins the first session by discussing her father's birth in Tampa, USA. Lilia discusses the story of her great-great-grandmother, who was an enslaved Black woman, and describes how she became a free person. She also traces her family tree. Lilia recalls the founding of the Yaguas neighborhood and the precarious conditions in which she and her neighbors lived when she was a child. Lilia discusses her education and recalls her quinceañera.

Lily begins the interview by talking about her childhood and her upbringing. Lily then discusses what it was like to carry a pregnancy as a teenager. Lily describes her jobs and relates them to the places where she has lived. She also describes her family and the bond with her brothers. Lily discusses the Catholic religion. Later, Lily comments on what her life was like as a Black woman in Cuba and discusses racism on the island. She recalls how she met her first husband as she reflects on the sexual education she received from her family. Lily comments that she has had violent relationships with her last two partners. She also talks about motherhood. Finally, Lily reflects on the Revolution and Fidel Castro's role on the island

Nena begins the interview by talking about her birth and life in her grandmother's house. She discusses the episode in which his father tried to kill his mother. Nena talks about her relationship with a man who is in prison and about life in prison. She discusses her housing and work situation. Then, she remembers what her relationship with her grandparents and siblings was like. Nena talks about the happiness she felt during her childhood, which was interrupted by the death of her grandfather. Then, she tells how her father was arrested for being a counterrevolutionary, a gusano. Nena discusses racism on the island, her mother's relationship with a black man, and her first love, also with a black man. She recounts her bond with Catholicism and recalls her Catholic upbringing. She also remembers the lack of sexual education that existed in her adolescence. Nena recounts what it was like to have an abortion and discuss contraception. Nena discusses homosexuality on the island and discrimination. She comments that her brother has been imprisoned on several occasions as a product of homophobia. Lastly, Nena discusses gender violence and the fear of loneliness as a middle-aged woman