KQED’s Perspectives

Sandhya Acharya explains how she adjusted to American culture.

Steven Birenbaum reflects on his decision to give away a piece of furniture with sentimental value after his mother passed away.

Enkhgerel Bayasgalan shares about times in her life when she felt lonely.

Keith Barlow shares about being invited into another family's culture and tradition.

Shizuka Tapia shares about her experiences after moving from Japan to San Francisco.

Jennifer Brandel shares how her child's cancer diagnosis changed the way she connects with people.

Lisa Liu Grady shares about how Bruce Lee's career shaped her childhood.

Camille Cusumano shares about her love for the Marin Headlands.

Fred Brill shares about how he and his wife surprisingly found a new canine companion.

Richard Swerdlow shares how AI can have a negative impact on teaching students.

Karina Moreno shares about her reservations around hiking with her phone.

Kristin Morrison shares about what farming means to her.

Heidi Strack shares what it's like to grow up in a large family.

Jayla Zeigler shares how she grew to enjoy cooking for others.

Michael Koon shares about his favorite role model growing up.

Vidhi Bubna shares why she no longer likes to attend concerts.

Thiea Wilson shares about the pain of losing her grandmother.

Sheli Cryderman shares her process as a musician when it comes to singing.

Cerisa Katchmart shares about her experiences growing up in the Bay Area and visiting family in Thailand.

Darya Mead shares her concerns about her kids' futures as they get ready to graduate from college.

Jeff Hawley shares about his struggles and triumphs after knee surgery.

Max Gutmann shares on how his browsing habits have changed with online shopping.

Lev Mandel recalls some lessons he learned about money.

Holly Hubbard Preston shares about her experiences with rideshare drivers.

John Evans shares about how his family helped with his recovery from surgery.

Shia Shabazz Smith shares how her students motivate her to continue teaching.

Quirian Martinez shares why it's important to know that letting go doesn't mean failure.

Brennan Scott shares the importance of holding on to physical maps.

After a hot day at a local park, Laura Fay learns about the use of artificial turf.

Elizabeth Fishel shares how she became interested in embroidery.

After a family trip, Shashidhar Srinivasa explores the idea of new names for meal times.

Tiffany Sung shares her experience with the power of words.

Meera Sriram shares about feeling confident wearing traditional South Asian clothing.

Elizabeth Quiroz shares about the struggles she faced growing up. Note: The following Perspective by Elizabeth Quiroz includes sensitive material around sex trafficking and drug use.

Deborah Petersen shares how a piece of furniture led to many gatherings with family and friends.

Nichole Kohake shares why sugary treats should be an occasional reward for children.

Keith Barlow shares about a family tradition.

Gauri Vats meditates on turning 40 and taking a new direction in life.

Carlos Roig shares his thoughts after coaching little league baseball for years.

Joel Panzer shares about how memories fade and why we should cherish them.

Emmanuel Ballesteros details his impassioned experience growing up in Sacramento.

Arthur Patterson shares his advice on life with a friend's son.