KQED's Perspectives

A single moment can have tremendous impacts. Gil Ladetzky tells us why this has shaped his way of life.

What’s in a name? For Kate Montana, the answer is entwined with complex questions about history and identity.

It can be tough to be authentic as a teen navigating social hierarchies, but Arya Konanur says it's worth the effort.

The narrative around surviving cancer can sometimes alienate the people it hopes to inspire. Rob Tufel tells us his Perspective.

When confronted with an uncomfortable truth, Anna Yang learned the importance of language in connecting to her culture and family. This Perspective originally aired in September 2022.

In honor of Transgender History Month, YR Media’s X Vazquez reflects on an often overlooked action of queer resistance, right here in San Francisco.

Sometimes, putting a name to a mysterious affliction can bring relief. Pooja Srivatsa tells us her story.

When his passion led him to try something new, Steven Buks learned anything is possible if you put your mind to it. This piece was produced by KQED's Youth Takeover, and originally aired in November 2022.

Golden Gate Fields will permanently close after its final racing date this fall. Richard Friedlander has this Perspective.

Have you ever needed a confidence boost? Kaitlin Huang tells us how she overcame her insecurities. This Perspective originally aired in April 2022.

With Tony Bennett's passing last month, Laurent Fourgo pays tribute to the jazz icon and his influence.

Though the jetsetter life full of travel has its appeal, Pete Gavin tells us why he doesn’t fear missing out.

After an unexpected encounter with a fellow traveler, Sheli Cryderman was reminded of the power of community.

When Richard Swerdlow turned 65, he received a Medicare card…and a headache.

COVID variant EG.5 is on the rise. Dr. Molly Phelps knows from experience that long COVID is a risk that our health system is underprepared for. This Perspective originally aired in November 2022.

High expectations can push you to be your best self, but they can also harm relationships and your self-worth. Swetha Vimalkumar has this Perspective.

Reminders of the love that connects living beings can come in many forms. Deidre Silverman has this story.

A case of mistaken vegetable identity reminded Jamie Chiahui Gao of her own experience as an immigrant. 

Inspirational messages can feel cloying and cliché, but Marilyn Englander tells us about a time she took a chance and listened to one of those messages.

The pandemic changed the way a lot of us approach social situations, including Sydney Wanguhu. YR Media brings her Perspective. This Perspective originally aired in April 2023.

In an era of constant media consumption, Evan Nichols suggests finding a balance between screen time and engagement with the real world.

It’s only Wednesday, but you might already be looking forward to some relief from the work week. Saadhana Deshpande tells us about their stress reliever of choice.

With all the influence algorithms have on our lives, Lorin Tams has this case against allowing anything--or anyone--to put us in boxes. 

Fear is intrinsic to the human experience, but a childhood memory had Elisabeth Scharbaum thinking about the possibilities of reexamining our fear responses.

Ray Pestrong finds evidence of the huge forces that shape our planet in the small changes of a sandy beach. This Perspective originally aired in July 2019.