KQED's Perspectives

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.

Alex Coburn: What Makes a Great Leader 09.04.2025 3:47 ↓

Alex Coburn explains why elephants make great leaders.

Vicki Larson: A Complicated New Role 08.04.2025 3:57 ↓

Vicki Larson shares her concerns about stepping into her new role as a mother-in-law.  

Maya Farías: Grateful for the Time 07.04.2025 3:47 ↓

Losing a pet is never easy and Maya Farías reflects on the time she spent with her dog.

Keith Humphreys: A Day at the Barbershop 04.04.2025 3:58 ↓

Keith Humphreys shares what happened when he took his son to a barbershop for the first time.

Jonathan Kathrein: Save Transitional Kindergarten 03.04.2025 3:58 ↓

Jonathan Kathrein weighs in on why transitional kindergarten is important for children's educational development.

Christine Schoefer: Good Words 02.04.2025 3:58 ↓

When Christine Schoefer decides to help her husband buy a truck, her way with words makes all the difference.

Taran Singh: Jiu Jitsu Pasta 01.04.2025 3:54 ↓

Taran Singh shares his pasta recipe while waiting to pick up his son from a martial arts class.

Nora Vik: Miles of Connections 31.03.2025 3:46 ↓

Cycling has taken Nora Vik across the country, meeting all types of bike riders along the way.

Shruti Gopinathan: Reimagining Connection 28.03.2025 3:53 ↓

Shruti Gopinathan reflects on her experience raising an only child in the Bay Area.