When you commission Playback Interviews to interview your loved one, I, Heath Piper, will call you to provide an overview of the process, final product, questions you’d like covered and additional information on the interviewee and their story.

I will then call your loved one to provide an overview of the interview process and discuss location options for the interview to ensure the guest feels comfortable in their surroundings when telling their story.

Interview questions will be provided to all parties beforehand to allow for preparation and considered responses. I’ll also provide interview tips and tricks to help guide an enjoyable and comfortable experience.

All Playback Interviews are recorded face-to-face. Audio pieces are produced with broadcast sound quality of the highest technical standard.

During an interview:

I will arrive at the location of choice, with recording-studio quality microphones and headphones. The aim is to create space where your loved one is comfortable and open in a place they feel most at ease to record.

The interview takes approximately two hours.

With over a decade of professional audio-editing experience, I edit the interview audio for improved sound quality and removes any unnecessary “umms” and “ahhs”, however, no content is removed.

I aim to present the interviewees as their best selves. Music will be added to suit the theme of the interview along with any other soundscapes that may add to their life story.

The result is a beautiful piece of audio-art, for generations to listen to on playback.

The completed, edited Interview is sent to you via a private weblink, ready to be shared with whoever you choose to - it is your private keepsake. The interview can also be provided on a USB on request.

Pricing & Packages

I pour my heart and soul into every Playback Interview, ensuring each story is told with care, authenticity, and the highest attention to detail. Over the years, I’ve refined every part of the process - from preparation to the interview itself, and finally to the meticulous editing and production. The result? A beautifully crafted audio memoir that preserves your story for generations to come.

I’m excited to introduce two new, more affordable options for capturing life stories while maintaining the same high-quality production:

1-Hour Interview – $1,500 + GST

• A professionally recorded and produced 60-minute interview.

• Perfect for capturing key life moments, reflections, or career highlights.

• Includes expert editing to ensure a polished and engaging final product.

• Conducted by award-winning broadcaster Heath Piper, ensuring a warm, professional, and engaging conversation.

30-Minute Session – $750 + GST

• A concise yet meaningful 30-minute interview.

• Ideal for a short personal story, a special message to family, or a tribute to a loved one.

• Fully edited and professionally produced, just like our longer interviews.

• A great option for those wanting a high-quality keepsake at a lower cost.

Both options provide a professionally crafted audio memoir, capturing personal history in a way that lasts for generations.

Standard Playback Package (most popular package)

$3,500 + GST

A two-hour recorded interview, professionally edited into a high-quality audio memoir.

Includes 4-5 days of editing, ensuring a polished and immersive final product.

Life Story Plus Package

$5,500 + GST

A comprehensive four-hour interview, conducted over two days for a deeper, more detailed life story.

The same professional editing and production process, capturing your journey in full.

Optional Upgrades

📽 Cinematic Documentary-Style Video – +$2,500

A professionally filmed and edited video memoir, beautifully capturing your presence and personality on screen.

📖 Custom Transcript Booklet – +$500

Your words, professionally transcribed into a beautifully designed keepsake booklet. Perfect for sharing with loved ones, creating a written family history, or even forming the foundation for a future memoir.

Why This Matters

Your story is more than memories- it’s a legacy. Playback Interviews ensures your voice, experiences, and wisdom are preserved in a way that feels personal, timeless, and deeply meaningful.

Here’s why families choose Playback Interviews:

✅ A Professional, Documentary-Quality Experience

Not just a conversation—this is a carefully crafted, high-quality memoir, created with the same care as a professional documentary.

✅ More Than Just Audio - A Family Treasure

These aren’t just interviews. They’re keepsakes that bring stories to life for generations, capturing voices, emotions, and details that would otherwise fade.

✅ An Effortless, Thoughtful Process

I guide you through every step, from preparation to recording to editing-ensuring an enjoyable, comfortable experience that results in something truly special.

A true “Once-in-a-Lifetime” Opportunity

Every person’s story deserves to be told. Whether it’s for yourself, your children, or future generations, this is a chance to preserve your history in a way that lasts forever.

I offer something truly one-of-a-kind:

✅ A professionally produced life story, crafted with the same care as a documentary.

✅ Far beyond a home recording - this is an expertly guided, edited, and polished memoir.

✅ A timeless family heirloom - preserved in high-quality audio (and video, if chosen).

✅ Conducted by Heath Piper, an experienced broadcaster, ensuring a relaxed and meaningful conversation.

Many clients compare this to premium memoir writing or professional videography, which cost far more - making Playback Interviews exceptional value.

Flexible & Transparent Pricing

✔ Travel Fees: Clear & Simple

Travel fees vary by location and are calculated at cost -including flights and accommodation where needed.

✔ Payment Plans Available

I understand this is an important investment, so I offer flexible installment options. Secure your interview with an initial deposit, with the remaining balance payable over time.

✔ Bundle Discounts

Booking multiple interviews across different family members? Save with a reduced rate of $2500+ GST per interview when booking multiple family members.

How It Works

📞 Pre-Interview Consultation - A detailed chat to discuss key themes, questions, and expectations.

🎤 Relaxed & Guided Interview - A professional, engaging conversation in a setting of your choice.

🎧 Meticulous Editing – 30+ hours of professional editing ensures a seamless and beautifully crafted memoir. This is produced in my sound studio.

📀 Final Delivery – Your story, preserved forever in an easy-to-access, high-quality format.

Your Story, Your Legacy

This is more than just an interview- it’s a gift to your family, a piece of history, and a lasting treasure.