This paper introduces an ongoing interview project that explores the personal reflections and professional insights of ten senior scholars in the phonetic sciences. Written interviews were employed as a qualitative method to document the evolution of the field through first-hand accounts. The core objective is to develop a broader historical and conceptual understanding of the phonetic sciences by collecting responses to a structured questionnaire organized around ten thematic areas – from research milestones and methodological limitations to interdisciplinary challenges and personal career reflections. A central methodological decision was to conduct written rather than spoken interviews, ensuring consistency across responses and facilitating direct comparison while allowing participants time for considered reflection. The selection of interviewees sought to reflect diversity across subfields, gender, and geography, although the current sample still shows a Northern Hemisphere. Preliminary findings revealed both shared perspectives and notable divergences, including recurring references to figures like Abbé Rousselot and Gunnar Fant. The responses have already uncovered surprising historical anecdotes and insights. As editing continues toward a planned book publication in 2025, the project remains open to expansion, with additional contributions anticipated for the online edition.