The Story Behind Audio Scrapbook

Those were the words my partner said to me in the days and weeks after her dad suddenly passed away. His death was an enormous, devastating shock. One moment we were rushing to the hospital to meet with doctors in the ICU, and later that same day, we were saying goodbye.

In the quiet moments of grief that followed, that one question echoed in my mind: “What happens if I forget his voice?”

It made me think deeply about the people I’ve already lost, and the people I will inevitably lose in the future. I realised how much comfort there is in a voice, and how priceless it would be to listen to them anytime, anywhere, right when you need it most.

That is why I created this space.

Hi, I’m Sam

I built this website to help you capture and preserve audio memories for the future, before it’s too late.

I live in the Waikato with my partner. Over the years, I’ve worn a lot of different hats and picked up a wide range of skills. But most relevant to you is that I’ve co-hosted and produced a weekly podcast for over 10 years.

Spending a decade behind the microphone and in the editing software taught me the technical side of clean audio, but more importantly, it taught me the art of capturing good conversation.

When my partner voiced her biggest fear, I realised I had the exact skill set needed to help people fight back against that fear. Whether you want to take the reins yourself using our DIY Audio Scrapbook Guide, or want a helping hand through our Audio Scrapbook Services, I’m here to make sure the voices of the people you love are never forgotten.

(And when I’m not editing audio or being a dad, you can usually find me out in the garden trying to grow giant pumpkins.)