KQED's Perspectives

Figuring out how to deal with the boss – good or bad – can be a challenge that some workers never master. But XiLin Choi has already learned some valuable lessons.

Today is the annual Bike To Work (or wherever) Day. Bob Riley tells us why he participates.

To explore the person he is today, Zachary Matsumoto explored his family history. Here's what he learned.

One aspect of American culture shock ended up being a positive change for Sarita Sarvate.

Every now and then, our old habits could use a review and a refresh. Here's a Perspective from Mary Vradelis.

When stress feels overwhelming and unending, even the smallest relief counts. Terence Krista has this Perspective. This piece originally aired in March 2020.

After her first visit to the Philippines, YR Media’s Nina Pernice reflects on her feelings of belonging as a mixed person.

Giving birth can be a traumatic experience when you or your baby is at risk of not surviving. The birth of Dr. Lisa Patel's son was one such case. This Perspective originally aired in April 2019.

When Shreya Pai was faced with a new and intimidating challenge, she found encouragement from a surprising source.

A move to a new home brings new beginnings, and also some hard goodbyes. Suzan Berns reflects on those changes.

Daniela Medina followed a non-traditional path through school. Setbacks in life turned into a journey to college and redemption. This Perspective originally aired in October 2020.

The smallest acts can have the deepest impacts. Here's a Perspective from Gilbert Ramos.

Stephanie Rapp tells us about the final gift her mother was able to receive at the end of her life.

Sometimes, it can be easy to forget all the history in our streets and cities. Kelly Steinhardt finds magic in her city walks by tapping into this history.

The struggle for workers' rights and fair pay feels like an unending one, while the list of billionaires grows. Here's Vicki Larson's Perspective.

According to Jason Singh, good deeds can help make someone’s day – and the world – a little better.  This Perspective was produced by the KQED Youth Takeover team.

Leaving home can be hard, yet ultimately rewarding. Randell Jed Feliciano reflects on the opportunities afforded to him by immigrating to the U.S.  This Perspective was produced by the KQED Youth Takeover team.

When he joined the football team to spite his father, Anthony Zhu ended up gaining much more than he ever thought he would. This Perspective was produced by the KQED Youth Takeover team.

Music can bring the world together in many ways. Ezra Lamesh shares how it has influenced his life and inspired more than just his taste in genres. This Perspective was produced by the KQED Youth Takeover team.

Silvia Floriano-Cruz was unsure if pushing herself to do something new would really help her grow. In her story, she shares the valuable lesson she learned. This Perspective was produced by the KQED Youth Takeover team.

A shared value with a role model helped Taylor Kaster change her perspective on her culture.

With age comes an acceptance that bodies are not as resilient as they once were. But that doesn't have to stop you--take it from Evan Sagerman.

It's hard enough finding your footing as a teen. Rohan Vijendran tells us about an additional challenge he had to learn to dance with.

It feels good to help, but Marilyn Englander wanted to remind herself of the true spirit of charity.

Just because a family is small, doesn't mean it's lacking. Adam Scheer brings us this Perspective.