My grandmother is a post-WWII Czech/Slovak refugee who came to NZ in 1948. I would like to interview her about her war years in Europe and her early years as an immigrant.

I understand the basics of asking questions and mostly just listening, I've interviewed a few people for my university magazine, but I'm wondering about the specifics of a historical interview.

For instance, I'm aware of asking questions the subject is capable of answering instead of going for broad strokes they are unqualified to answer, but I'm not sure about the real nifty gritty of it all.

What do I do with it once I've recorded it? Where does it go? Is it useful for anyone other than me? I'm considering looking at postwar immigration to New Zealand for my masters, and this seems like too good an opportunity to pass up.

I know there's a methods post on the subject, but if there is any more specific info that would be very helpful- methods you use that are rewarding, things to be wary of, things to consider.

Cheers