Natalie Baldaccini: Didn't We Used to Date?
On this Valentine's Day, we bring you a story of modern love from Natalie Baldaccini.
Feb 14, 2024•4 min
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Vicki Larson: A Different 'I Do'
How do you define a successful relationship? For Vicki Larson, it's not just about a ring on your finger.
Feb 13, 2024•4 min
Salim Boykin: Singing With His Heart
Love is in the air, and that love includes self-love and confidence. Here's a Perspective from Salim Boykin.
Feb 12, 2024•4 min
Vanessa Hua: Shedding Hair for the New Year
Vanessa Hua and her hair stylist face some decisions rooted in Lunar New Year tradition.
Feb 10, 2024•4 min
Russell Yee: Hats Off
We've all experienced culture clash with our generational neighbors. Here's Russell Yee's Perspective on the matter.
Feb 08, 2024•4 min
Martha Engber: Bay Area Neurodiversity
Martha Engber hopes for a future where all types of diversity are celebrated and appreciated.
Feb 07, 2024•4 min
David Giesen: Androcles and the Catalytic Converter Thieves
When crime strikes, it's easy to feel defeated and helpless. David Giesen tells us how he stays hopeful.
Feb 06, 2024•4 min
Sophie Alarcon: The Comfort in Being a Sock
Sophie Alarcon reflects on what it's like to navigate the world as one half of a pair.
Feb 05, 2024•4 min
Hank Rosenfeld: Heart Beats
Despite change, San Francisco will always be a magical place. Just ask Hank Rosenfeld.
Feb 02, 2024•4 min
Sally Zou: Little Humans on Board
Have you ever been seated in front of a kicking toddler on a plane? Sally Zou brings us this Perspective.
Feb 01, 2024•4 min
Rakshithaa Jaiganesh: To Speak Like Water
Assimilation can often challenge our relationship with our native languages. Rakshithaa Jaiganesh tells us about her journey with Tamil.
Jan 31, 2024•4 min
Chen Yu: How Poker Can Help You Navigate Everyday Life
A classic card game provided an unexpected source of life skills for Chen Yu.
Jan 30, 2024•4 min
Lucienne Noel: Maternity Leave
As Lucienne Noel's parental leave winds down, she reflects on the lessons she learned in the early days with her new child. This Perspective originally aired in February 2023.
Jan 29, 2024•4 min
Amanda Agustin: I'm No Gay Ambassador
Amanda Agustin is used to invasive and inappropriate questions about her sexuality. Here’s her Perspective. This Perspective was produced by YR Media, and originally aired in May 2016.
Jan 26, 2024•4 min
Michael Gaines: Garret's Bike Shop
The loss of a neighborhood business can deal a blow to its community. Michael Gaines has this Perspective.
Jan 24, 2024•4 min
Carmen Corona: An Inherited Dream
Carrying on a family legacy through her name, Carmen Corona reflects on the pride in being a first generation college student.
Jan 23, 2024•4 min
Sumedha Kota: Caste in San Francisco
Sumedha Kota has seen the ramifications of caste discrimination play out in her community. She brings us this Perspective.
Jan 22, 2024•4 min
Jasmine Jaksic: The Marshland
When Jasmine Jaksic needed a break from the artificial world of AI, she found solace in a nearby marsh. This Perspective originally aired in July 2023.
Jan 19, 2024•4 min
Rishan Patel: Off the Bench
Becoming a student athlete changed Rishan Patel’s life. And now, he hopes to do the same for others — helping them off the bench and getting in the game. YR Media brings this Perspective.
Jan 18, 2024•4 min
Jolie Kanat: The Magic Gift
Jolie Kanat has these words of wisdom for the parents out there.
Jan 17, 2024•4 min
Sara Alexander: Nostalgias
An author’s stories make Sara Alexander reflect on the beauty of nature versus the modern world.
Jan 16, 2024•4 min
William Humnicky: A Thankless Future
Whether it’s letting you pass, or cutting you off, William Humnicky has this Perspective on the human element of driving.
Jan 15, 2024•4 min
Laura Bello: Sam's Magic Fountain
After a chance encounter on the Dipsea running trail, Laura Bello had this Perspective.
Jan 12, 2024•4 min
Halie Kampman: Chalk Drawings
They were just chalk drawings, but the art of Halie Kampman’s nephew reminded her that learning lasts a lifetime.
Jan 11, 2024•4 min
Athena Jiang-Qin: The Uphill Battle for Girls in Tech
Tech is known for its sexist biases. Athena Jiang-Qin tells us her experience as a young girl in tech.
Jan 10, 2024•4 min
Suzette Stone: The Human Connection
Health care can be a wall of tests, charts and jargon. But Suzette Stone has seen how important the human connection can be.
Jan 09, 2024•4 min
Geneviève Duboscq: The Saving Grace of Worms
Sometimes a modest action can have a major payoff. Geneviève Duboscq found an unexpected way to respond to climate change in her own backyard.
Jan 08, 2024•4 min
Nina Roehl: Starting Therapy
Six months ago, Nina Roehl didn’t think therapy was right for her. But after weighing all her options, she finally decided to finally try it out. YR Media brings her Perspective. This Perspective originally aired in May 2023.
Jan 05, 2024•4 min
Niall Kavanagh: One Step at a Time
Niall Kavanagh has learned that challenges can bring new perspectives—literally and figuratively.
Jan 04, 2024•4 min
Audrey La Jeunesse: The Problem With Trending Body Types
There's a lot of pressure to conform to beauty standards and follow the latest diet trends, especially during this time of year. YR Media’s Audrey La Jeunesse is deeply concerned about the impact that this can have on teens like her.
Jan 03, 2024•4 min
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