KQED's Perspectives

Elias Lopez: The Kite Connection 14.05.2025 3:43 ↓

Elias Lopez is an editor and writer. He lives in San Jose.

David Rodstein: Finding My Way Back Home 13.05.2025 3:51 ↓

David Rodstein shares about why he misses California and his journey to return home.

Lisa Liu Grady: Every Step Counts 12.05.2025 3:58 ↓

During the pandemic in 2020, Lisa Liu Grady picked up a new hobby: walking outdoors and exploring new neighborhoods.

Lucia Kanter St. Amour: More Than Mimosas 09.05.2025 3:57 ↓

Lucia Kanter St. Amour shares her thoughts on how to really support mothers on Mother's Day

Jude Yuen: A Warning Sign 08.05.2025 4:02 ↓

Jude Yuen raises concerns over seeing his peers participating in sports betting.

Aditi Desai: Turning A New Page 07.05.2025 3:46 ↓

For Aditi Desai, books have served as a way to stay grounded and make new friends.

Susannah Brouwer: An Autism Journey 06.05.2025 4:01 ↓

Susannah Brouwer shares about taking care of her autistic son and why the stigma needs to end.

Naomi Hsu: How Writing Can Heal Us 05.05.2025 4:01 ↓

Naomi Hsu shares about how writing can be therapeutic and create empathy.

Rosita Ventura-Gomez: I Will Keep Fighting 02.05.2025 3:44 ↓

Rosita Ventura-Gomez shares how she remains determined to speak out against the deportation of undocumented people.

Richard Swerdlow: An Attack on Education 01.05.2025 4:00 ↓

Richard Swerdlow weighs in on why dismantling the U.S. Department of Education is the wrong approach.

Kathy Nguyễn: Finding A Home 30.04.2025 3:59 ↓

On the 50th anniversary of the fall of Saigon during the Vietnam War, Kathy Nguyễn reflects on her family's experiences moving to the United States.

Andrew Lam: Memories Stay With Us 29.04.2025 3:56 ↓

Andrew Lam reflects on the fall of Saigon during the Vietnam War and what that meant for his family.

Megan Beltran: Stellar Performances 28.04.2025 3:55 ↓

As a voice teacher, Megan Beltran shares why she is inspired by her high school students' musical performances.

Richard Aguilera: Grateful 25.04.2025 3:43 ↓

Richard Aguilera reflects on his experience moving to the US from Honduras.

Trisha Gonzales: The Colorful Magnets 24.04.2025 3:56 ↓

At an early age, Trisha Gonzales learns a valuable lesson about honesty.

Berlin Lee: The Ups and Downs of Glow Ups 23.04.2025 3:35 ↓

Berlin Lee shares how she is rejecting makeover trends to focus on what's more important to her.

Kayla Ling: End Catcalling 22.04.2025 3:59 ↓

Kayla Ling describes her experience being catcalled and why the behavior needs to stop.

Guleed Allen: An Uncomfortable Experience 21.04.2025 3:50 ↓

Guleed Allen shares about a disturbing experience he had while getting candy with his friends.

Jamie Gao: Take Your Time – The Light Will Come 18.04.2025 3:45 ↓

Jamie Gao shares how in times of uncertainty, we can bring positivity to our lives and others.

Aimee Phan: A New Chapter 17.04.2025 3:56 ↓

After struggling to connect with her students, Aimee Phan found a literary approach that caught their attention.

John Evans: Tick and Thump 16.04.2025 3:50 ↓

After a serious surgery, John Evans shares why we should make the most of our time.

Kayla Ling: Don't Criticize Weight 15.04.2025 3:59 ↓

Kayla Ling shares why we shouldn't criticize other people's bodies.

Karan Gupta: More Than a Board Game 14.04.2025 3:47 ↓

When it comes to board games, Karan Gupta wants to make sure they are accessible to everyone.

Karina Moreno: Beauty in the Weeds 11.04.2025 3:59 ↓

Karina Moreno shares how she is able to find purpose and meaning in the simple things in life.

Stewart Florsheim: Don't Ban Immigrants 10.04.2025 4:00 ↓

Stewart Florsheim reflects on his parents' journey to the US and how this country benefits from immigration.