KQED's Perspectives

Veronica Sibley: The Sandwich Generation 14.02.2025 3:59 ↓

Caring for an aging parent while raising your own children can be a daunting task. But this is one challenge you don’t have to face alone, as Veronica Sibley reminds us.   

Keith Barlow: It's Never Too Late 13.02.2025 4:00 ↓

Keith Barlow shares how learning other languages was embraced by his family.

Saachi Dhillon: When Friends Change 12.02.2025 3:50 ↓

For Saachi Dhillon, navigating high school came with new changes and challenges, especially with friendships. 

Elizabeth Levett Fortier: The People on the Bus 11.02.2025 3:56 ↓

Elizabeth Levett Fortier reminds us that the value of a San Francisco Muni ride is often much higher than the fare. 

Disha Zaidi: Navigating Sympathy and Empathy 10.02.2025 3:59 ↓

After her father fell ill, Disha Zaidi shares how empathy from friends and family made a big impact.  

Andrea Stryer: The Gingko Tree 07.02.2025 3:52 ↓

Andrea Stryer reflects on an exchange she had with a teacher who challenged her work on a school project.

Tim Davern: The Earth is a Liver 06.02.2025 3:53 ↓

Tim Davern shares the parallels of repairing liver function and taking care of planet Earth.

Elizabeth Rynecki: How Oceans Shape Our Lives 05.02.2025 3:54 ↓

Elizabeth Rynecki shares about the important role oceans and trading goods play in our everyday lives.

Ben Friedman: A Grateful Dad 04.02.2025 3:58 ↓

Ben Friedman shares why he appreciates having time to spend with his son.

Cate Steane: Everyone Needs Compassion 03.02.2025 3:56 ↓

While grieving the loss of her best friend, Cate Steane shares why having compassion for others is so important.

Jenness Hobart: Aging Into Things 31.01.2025 3:59 ↓

Jenness Hobart shares how her life experiences have changed as she ages.

Whitney Sterten-Hall: What Remains 30.01.2025 3:51 ↓

Whitney Sterten-Hall shares her memories about the Altadena home she grew up in that was recently devastated by wildfires in Los Angeles.

Grant Yee: Hit the Ground Running 29.01.2025 3:48 ↓

Grant Yee shares how he became passionate about playing volleyball and how it improved his life.

Deepika Sikri: Raising Sons in a Post-Feminist World 28.01.2025 3:57 ↓

Deepika Sikri shares her experiences as a mother raising her sons to respect women.

Rob Glen: A Tool for Empathy 27.01.2025 3:58 ↓

Rob Glen reflects on his conversations with family after seeing a new film about Bob Dylan.

Richard Levitt: No Shoes, No Problem 24.01.2025 3:57 ↓

Richard Levitt steps in to reflecting on cultural conventions, one shoe at a time.

Sindhu Nair: Renewed Hope 23.01.2025 3:58 ↓

After her lost necklace is found, Sindhu Nair reflects on why gratitude is important.

Bruce Stoffmacher: The Ants 22.01.2025 4:02 ↓

After ants invaded his home, Bruce Stoffmacher finds the silver lining in dealing with the infestation.

Rocel Ocampo: Finding Connection Beyond Language 21.01.2025 3:46 ↓

Rocel Ocampo shares about her struggles learning to speak Tagalog with her family. 

Brian Smith: In the Space Between Words 17.01.2025 4:01 ↓

Brian Smith reflects on how silence can be a healing force.

Darya Mead: If the Shoe Fits 16.01.2025 4:00 ↓

When her son's girlfriend was searching for cowboy boots, Darya Mead had the right pair available.

Chris Knight: Teaching and Technology 15.01.2025 4:00 ↓

Chris Knight shares how educational technology has changed over the years.

Josephine Krebs: Chasing Perfection 14.01.2025 3:39 ↓

Josephine Krebs shares how her experience playing the piano helped her to learn a healthy balance around setting expectations and happiness.

Jonathan Jordan: The Power of Kindness and Gratitude 13.01.2025 3:43 ↓

Jonathan Jordan shares a heartfelt exchange between himself and an airport employee after he lost a loved one.  

Matt Dilworth: How A Flag Sparked Conversation 10.01.2025 3:53 ↓

Matt Dilworth shares how hanging an Israeli flag led to meaningful conversations with his neighbors.