Interview Questions

In addition to interviewing Rick Rogge, it may be necessary for us to talk to other people either directly involved in his life. These people are also so called "experts" of our subject, be they related to him, involved in his professional, or personal life. Rick has been so involved in the Carolina Beach community, it won't be too difficult to speak with someone that has had some degree of interaction with the man.

Firstly, accompanying Rick into this new chapter of his life, is someone that will know quite a bit about him. His wife will also be living on the boat as they island hop in their new life as medical missionaries. So who better to interview than Rick's life partner, and his other half?

Possible Questions for Rick's Wife:

1) This is a huge sacrifice for the both of you, leaving behind all of the comforts of the modern world, headed into the unknown. What are your feelings behind this big move for the both of you?

2) Choosing to become a medical missionary is not for the faint of heart. This is a huge adventure requiring total devotion, what is it about the both of you that drives you to help people?

3) What could each of us do to make a small impact in our own community?

4) What did you say the first time Rick shared with you his thoughts on becoming a medical missionary?

5) What is the legacy that you and Rick have left behind in the Carolina Beach community?

6) What are your hopes for the continued success of the various organizations and boards that Rick has been a part of? Do you think that they will be able to continue on in much the same way?

7) What are some things that you never thought that you would have to leave behind?

8) Share with us if you mind, some of your thoughts of how different life will be, transitioning from living in coastal North Carolina, to living on a boat, sailing in the South Pacific?

9) What do you have to say to other's that are considering making the same move into the next chapter of their lives? What are some possible recommendations that you can give them?

10) If you would be so kind, could you share with us your favorite memory of your time living in Carolina Beach, and what you'll miss most about this community.

In addition to Rick's wife, we will be talking to the leaders of the Pleasure Island Parrot Heads. This organization is a charity and community service board that schedules various activities and clean ups in Carolina Beach, all inspired by the music of Jimmy Buffett. Rick has served on the Pleasure Island Parrot Heads' board, and has been very involved in their activities. This is also a good place to garner more information about the man, and the work that he's done.

Possible Parrot Head(s) Questions:

1) Tell us a little about your organization and the impact that you have on the community.

2) You are a group that is inspired by the music of Jimmy Buffet. How do you aim on converting the easy and laid back style of his music to the community.

3) Rick has served on the board for years. Can you tell us a little about how he first became involved in the organization?

4) What are the difficulties in maintaining such an organization?

5) Why do you think more people cannot get involved in such an organization, given we all would like to preserve such beautiful places in our coastal communities?

6) Do you think the fun and laid back environment you've created in your non-profit helps to bring even more people in to help that would normally stay away from such things?

7) What are some of the best ideas to come out of your "Meeting of the Minds?"

8) How much will someone like Rick, who has been involved so long in the Parrot Heads, be missed?

9) Are there any plans to expand the Parrot Heads beyond their traditional Wilmington area boundaries in the near future?

10) What is the future of the Parrot Heads?