Nina Tan Pernice: Where I Belong
After her first visit to the Philippines, YR Media’s Nina Pernice reflects on her feelings of belonging as a mixed person.
May 09, 2024•4 min
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Episodes
Dr. Lisa Patel: Birth Trauma
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.
May 08, 2024•4 min
Shreya Pai: Encouragement
When Shreya Pai was faced with a new and intimidating challenge, she found encouragement from a surprising source.
May 07, 2024•4 min
Suzan Berns: Looking Through the Glass
A move to a new home brings new beginnings, and also some hard goodbyes. Suzan Berns reflects on those changes.
May 06, 2024•4 min
Daniela Medina: Finding My Freedom Through College
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.
May 03, 2024•4 min
Gilbert Ramos: Holding the Door
The smallest acts can have the deepest impacts. Here's a Perspective from Gilbert Ramos.
May 02, 2024•4 min
Stephanie Rapp: The Final Gift
Stephanie Rapp tells us about the final gift her mother was able to receive at the end of her life.
May 01, 2024•4 min
Kelly Steinhardt: Walking Through Time
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.
Apr 30, 2024•4 min
Vicki Larson: We’re Stronger When We Fight Together
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.
Apr 29, 2024•4 min
Jason Singh: Helping Change Lives
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.
Apr 26, 2024•3 min
Randell Jed Feliciano: Nothing Comes in an Instant
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.
Apr 25, 2024•4 min
Anthony Zhu: Growing From Spite
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.
Apr 24, 2024•4 min
Ezra Lamesh: Music Is My Soul, Rhythm Is My Heartbeat
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.
Apr 23, 2024•4 min
Silvia Floriano-Cruz: Did It Help?
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.
Apr 22, 2024•4 min
Taylor Kaster: My Jewish Identity
A shared value with a role model helped Taylor Kaster change her perspective on her culture.
Apr 19, 2024•4 min
Evan Sagerman: Swords
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.
Apr 18, 2024•4 min
Rohan Vijendran: A Dance With the Unpredictable
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.
Apr 17, 2024•4 min
Marilyn Englander: Charity
It feels good to help, but Marilyn Englander wanted to remind herself of the true spirit of charity.
Apr 16, 2024•4 min
Adam Scheer: An Extrovert in a Small Family
Just because a family is small, doesn't mean it's lacking. Adam Scheer brings us this Perspective.
Apr 15, 2024•4 min
Richard Swerdlow: Ludwig
Grief comes in all shapes and sizes. Here's what Richard Swerdlow learned when he lost an unexpected friend.
Apr 12, 2024•4 min
Piper Stuip: Romani Identity
The lack of recorded Romani history can leave some feeling alienated from their culture. YR Media’s Piper Stuip shares her recent thoughts on connecting with her Romani identity.
Apr 11, 2024•4 min
Pallavi Sringeshwara: To Be or Not To Be Masking
COVID still exists, and is still causing death and long term illness. Nonetheless, people like Pallavi Sringeshwara face scrutiny for continuing to mask up.
Apr 10, 2024•4 min
Martha Kendall: Mantra of Appreciation
Feeling and expressing gratitude has been proven to make us happier. Martha Kendall tells us about her gratitude ritual.
Apr 09, 2024•4 min
Les Bloch: Artificial Intimidation
For things to stay the same, they have to change again. Here's how Les Bloch embraces adaptation to a constantly changing world.
Apr 08, 2024•4 min
Roxanne Almas: Tending the Pre-Teen Garden
There's no definitive guidebook on how to raise a pre-teen, but Dr. Roxanne Almas discovered a helpful mentor in her garden.
Apr 05, 2024•4 min
Richard Chow: Joy and Bantering
In the wake of a life-changing diagnosis, a confounding invitation from Richard Chow's doctor ended up providing a pathway forward.
Apr 04, 2024•4 min
Malina Gleitsman: Finding Imperfections in Performance
Malina Gleitsman found that all of her hard work and perseverance paid off--just not in the way she expected.
Apr 03, 2024•4 min
Keith Barlow: Spanning the Generations: A Comet and a Blanket
The traditions and heirlooms that connect us to our ancestors are as varied and unique as we are. Keith Barlow brings us this Perspective.
Apr 02, 2024•4 min
Andrew Wang: Notes on Music
Andrew Wang reflects on the power of music to connect and inspire. This Perspective originally aired in June 2015.
Apr 01, 2024•4 min
Ellen Kerr: Biking for the Cowardly
It's been ten years since San Francisco adopted its Vision Zero policy, and the results might not make you want to go hop on a bicycle. Although biking can be scary, here's what Ellen Kerr has to say.
Mar 29, 2024•4 min
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