Your views are vital - just like the word of the people was important when we spoke to all of these South Tyneside people 20 years ago.
Back in 2006, we asked locals for their views on everything from heatwaves to whether women were better than men.
We also wanted views on superstitions and mobile phones and, as always, you obliged.
Today, we are reliving those moments with a set of photo memories from the Shields Gazette archives.
We thank every one of the people who gave their views and here they are once more. See if you can spot someone you know.
And if you do, tell us more by emailing [email protected]
5. Out and about
There were plenty of people who were happy to speak up about superstitions when we went out on to the streets in 2006. | sg
6. Talking in 2006
Two more people who spoke up on an important issue 20 years ago - whether women were better than men. | sg
7. Heatwave conversations
The issue of children in hot cars during heatwaves was another of the topics under discussion in 2006. | sg
8. Mobile phone memories
The use of mobile phones in King Street was a big issue in South Tyneside 22 years ago. Here's one person who had their say. | sg