KQED's Perspectives

Steven Birenbaum: This Old Couch 20.05.2026 3:59 ↓

Steven Birenbaum reflects on his decision to give away a piece of furniture with sentimental value after his mother passed away.

Enkhgerel Bayasgalan: The Kind of Loneliness No One Sees 19.05.2026 3:40 ↓

Enkhgerel Bayasgalan shares about times in her life when she felt lonely.

Keith Barlow: Welcome to the Family 18.05.2026 3:54 ↓

Keith Barlow shares about being invited into another family's culture and tradition.

Shizuka Tapia: Listen to Each Other 15.05.2026 3:53 ↓

Shizuka Tapia shares about her experiences after moving from Japan to San Francisco.

Jennifer Brandel: Focus on Relationships 14.05.2026 4:00 ↓

Jennifer Brandel shares how her child's cancer diagnosis changed the way she connects with people.

Lisa Liu Grady: Inspired By Bruce Lee 13.05.2026 3:57 ↓

Lisa Liu Grady shares about how Bruce Lee's career shaped her childhood.

Camille Cusumano: Embracing the Land 12.05.2026 3:53 ↓

Camille Cusumano shares about her love for the Marin Headlands.

Fred Brill: An Unexpected Companion 11.05.2026 4:01 ↓

Fred Brill shares about how he and his wife surprisingly found a new canine companion.

Richard Swerdlow: AI in the Classroom 08.05.2026 3:55 ↓

Richard Swerdlow shares how AI can have a negative impact on teaching students.

Karina Moreno: Adapt With Nature 07.05.2026 3:59 ↓

Karina Moreno shares about her reservations around hiking with her phone.

Kristin Morrison: The Joys of Farming 06.05.2026 3:58 ↓

Kristin Morrison shares about what farming means to her.

Heidi Strack: Family Dynamics 05.05.2026 3:53 ↓

Heidi Strack shares what it's like to grow up in a large family.

Jayla Zeigler: A Cause to Cook For 04.05.2026 4:00 ↓

Jayla Zeigler shares how she grew to enjoy cooking for others.

Michael Koon: More Than Meets the Eye 01.05.2026 3:57 ↓

Michael Koon shares about his favorite role model growing up.

Vidhi Bubna: Skip the Concerts 30.04.2026 4:03 ↓

Vidhi Bubna shares why she no longer likes to attend concerts.

Thiea Wilson: A Voice Like No Other 29.04.2026 3:19 ↓

Thiea Wilson shares about the pain of losing her grandmother.

Sheli Cryderman: Perfectionism is Overrated 28.04.2026 4:00 ↓

Sheli Cryderman shares her process as a musician when it comes to singing.

Cerisa Katchmart: Fill Up Everyone's Plate 27.04.2026 3:50 ↓

Cerisa Katchmart shares about her experiences growing up in the Bay Area and visiting family in Thailand.

Darya Mead: Same As It Ever Was 24.04.2026 3:53 ↓

Darya Mead shares her concerns about her kids' futures as they get ready to graduate from college.

Jeff Hawley: A New Knee 23.04.2026 3:56 ↓

Jeff Hawley shares about his struggles and triumphs after knee surgery.

Max Gutmann: The Browsing Dilemma 22.04.2026 3:50 ↓

Max Gutmann shares on how his browsing habits have changed with online shopping.

Lev Mandel: Three Crumpled Dollars 20.04.2026 4:04 ↓

Lev Mandel recalls some lessons he learned about money.

Holly Hubbard Preston: Riding Solo 17.04.2026 3:57 ↓

Holly Hubbard Preston shares about her experiences with rideshare drivers.

John Evans: Surrounded By Love 16.04.2026 3:59 ↓

John Evans shares about how his family helped with his recovery from surgery.

Shia Shabazz Smith: Keep Showing Up 15.04.2026 4:04 ↓

Shia Shabazz Smith shares how her students motivate her to continue teaching.