KQED's Perspectives

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.

Lubna Qureishi: Observing Ramadan 27.03.2025 3:56 ↓

As Ramadan comes to an end, Lubna Qureishi shares her experience as a Muslim woman fasting and taking care of her son.

Dylan Houle: Help Others Find Their Footing 26.03.2025 3:58 ↓

Dylan Houle shares about his experience supporting people searching for employment and the emotional toll it takes.  

Alessandra Comier: Redefining Strength 25.03.2025 3:51 ↓

After sustaining several injuries, Alessandra Comier reflects on the determination it takes to make a full recovery.  

Jenny Yu: Keep Pedestrians Safe 24.03.2025 3:49 ↓

Jenny Yu's life changed after her mother was hit by a car. Now, she advocates for pedestrian safety and speed cameras.

Rania Sanford: In Honor of Women 21.03.2025 3:53 ↓

Rania Sanford shares about her experience as an immigrant in America and Women's History Month.

Lisa Grady: The Hummingbird Intruder 20.03.2025 3:56 ↓

Lisa Liu Grady shares her experience trying to free a friendly flying companion.

Donovan Dooley: Climate Change on the Run 19.03.2025 3:55 ↓

Donovan Dooley shares how running opened his eyes to the impacts of climate change in California.

Natalie Dement: Ant Admiration 18.03.2025 3:43 ↓

Natalie Dement remarks on the tenacity of ants after they make their way into her home.

Laura Fay: Leprechauns and Cultural Awareness 17.03.2025 3:51 ↓

For St. Patrick's Day, Laura Fay reflects on the stereotypes and cultural differences in celebrating the holiday.

Munira Shamim: Matters of the Heart 14.03.2025 3:57 ↓

After her mother-in-law passed away from a heart attack, Munira Shamim shares about how the symptoms impact women of color.

Cleveland Justis: A Robust Partnership 13.03.2025 3:44 ↓

Cleveland Justis admires the beauty of national parks and explains why they need to be protected.

Kara Henderson: My Footprint 12.03.2025 3:59 ↓

Kara Henderson shares her memories of her grandmother and the promise she made to be more eco-friendly.

Megan O'Malley: Women in Mythology 11.03.2025 3:59 ↓

Megan O'Malley reflects on myths about women throughout the ages.

Susan DeMersseman: Uncharted Territory 10.03.2025 3:54 ↓

For Susan DeMersseman, having a core group of friends that help each other navigate traveling, health issues and aging makes all the difference.

Steven Birenbaum: Straight to Voicemail 07.03.2025 3:47 ↓

Steven Birenbaum shares his frustration after his late father's voicemails were accidentally deleted.

Cheryl Downes McCoy: Choosing to Love 06.03.2025 4:03 ↓

Cheryl Downes McCoy shares about what it was like raising a child who identifies as transgender and why supporting them is so important.

Vern Tegger: Terms and Conditions Apply 05.03.2025 3:55 ↓

Vern Tegger shares why it's important to read the Terms of Service when signing up for a service.

Richard Swerdlow: Having "The Talk" 04.03.2025 3:38 ↓

Richard Swerdlow shares how now is the right time to have difficult conversations on politics.

Max Gutmann: Taking Risks and Defining Them 03.03.2025 4:00 ↓

Max Gutmann shares how a true risk is worth the reward.

Julia Chen: Girls of Four Generations 28.02.2025 4:05 ↓

Julia Chen shares about her complicated relationship with her mother and how that changed once she had a daughter.

Marisela Gonzáles Ginestra: Why Representation Matters 27.02.2025 3:59 ↓

For Marisela Gonzáles Ginestra, hearing stories that reflect her community and background makes all the difference.

Gayle Asali Dickson: Black History is American History 26.02.2025 3:54 ↓

Gayle Asali Dickson reflects on her role in the Black Panther Party and the importance of Black History Month.

Millie Watson: Love Exists 25.02.2025 3:57 ↓

Millie Watson shares her triumphs and struggles finding love.