Evan Ho: Grandparents Visit
When items are mysteriously moved around his house, Evan Ho questions if there is a supernatural connection.
Oct 29, 2024•4 min
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Episodes
Sarah Huang: Googly Eye
A box of Girl Scout cookies reminded Sarah Huang of her upbringing and why she's proud to be Asian American in the Bay Area.
Oct 28, 2024•4 min
Elaine Ray: Bus Drivers Are Saints
Commuting can be stressful, but Elaine Ray appreciates the efforts of bus drivers.
Oct 25, 2024•4 min
Kathy Briccetti: Facing the Beast
Giving up has a negative connotation, but as Kathy Briccetti learned, knowing when to quit is an important and valuable skill.
Oct 24, 2024•4 min
Lyrik Harris: Woven Together
Lyrik Harris thinks identity is much more dimensional than a single descriptive word would have you believe.
Oct 23, 2024•4 min
Keith Barlow: Green Burial
Keith Barlow found one final way to honor his mother and her eco-friendly legacy.
Oct 22, 2024•4 min
Jesse Alejandro Cottrell: My Disappeared Potbelly
When Jesse Alejandro Cottrell started fielding unsolicited comments about his body, he gained a new perspective on what he had lost.
Oct 21, 2024•4 min
Paula Reinman: Goldilocks of Dresses
We're in the thick of wedding season, and finding the perfect outfit is on many people's to-do lists. Paula Reinman has these thoughts about the idea of a "perfect outfit."
Oct 18, 2024•4 min
Gillian Reynolds: Exceptionally Unexceptional
Gillian Reynolds is exceptionally unexceptional at everything she tries. But she’s learned how exceptional that can be. This Perspective originally aired in January 2022.
Oct 17, 2024•4 min
Joyce Cheung: Conversational Etiquette
Workplace discrimination--and even just personal judgment--can have a very real impact on a person's career. Joyce Cheung reminds us of the boundaries between the personal and the professional.
Oct 16, 2024•4 min
Karina Moreno: Borders
With so much conflict over borders, you can forget they're manmade. Karina Moreno has this Perspective.
Oct 15, 2024•4 min
Kiki Fann: Stuttering
Life with a stutter can be isolating and limiting, but it doesn't have to be. Kiki Fann brings us this Perspective. This Perspective originally aired in August 2017.
Oct 14, 2024•4 min
Leslie Smith: Lessons in Listening From a Deaf Dog
The gap of understanding between humans and animals is vast, and building a bridge of communication is a rewarding part of being a pet owner. Leslie Smith brings us this Perspective.
Oct 11, 2024•4 min
Steven Birenbaum: A Game to Relish
As a tennis lover, Steven Birenbaum was skeptical of the pickleball craze. But he decided not to knock it until he tried it.
Oct 10, 2024•4 min
Mela Seyoum: My Parents' Footsteps
Some immigrant children have a hard time explaining teen life to parents who grew up in unstable countries. YR Media's Mela Seyoum tells us how she learned to connect with her mom.
Oct 09, 2024•4 min
William Humnicky: Don't Label Me
With the help of a cultural icon, William Humnicky taught himself a lesson about belonging.
Oct 08, 2024•4 min
Marilyn Englander: Believe That People Are Good
Marilyn Englander's faith in humanity was shaken when she was hit by a car door while riding her bike.
Oct 05, 2024•4 min
Laura Bock: A Dream Deferred but Not Forgotten
Laura Bock says it’s never too late to pursue your dreams.
Oct 04, 2024•4 min
Michael Dorgan: Cancer and the Present Moment
When faced with the unthinkable, Michael Dorgan had to figure out a way to cope.
Oct 03, 2024•4 min
Becca Robinson: An Often-Broken Social Contract
Becca Robinson reminds us that the safety of others is all of our responsibility when we are navigating the roads.
Oct 02, 2024•4 min
Tom Moriarty: Rhyme-GPT
AI can do a lot, but it can never replace the human touch. Enjoy this satirical Perspective from Tom Moriarty.
Oct 01, 2024•4 min
Christine Schoefer: Be Safe Out There
Our everyday greetings and colloquialisms are so ingrained, we can forget what the words actually mean. Christine Schoefer has this Perspective.
Sep 30, 2024•4 min
Judie Rae: Wild Turkey
Judie Rae learns the difference between the hunter and the hunted when a wild turkey decides it has had enough. This Perspective originally aired in October 2015.
Sep 27, 2024•4 min
LaVie Saad: My College Application Process
Last year, LaVie Saad graduated high school and survived a tough college application season. But that doesn't mean she got through unscathed. YR Media brings her Perspective.
Sep 26, 2024•4 min
Austin Scott: The Physics of Driving
After years of experience on the road, some drivers forget to prioritize safety. Austin Scott wants to remind us of the gravity of operating a vehicle.
Sep 25, 2024•4 min
Jair Avalos: The Snow That Heals
A lifetime first brought about a new perspective for Jair Avalos.
Sep 24, 2024•4 min
EK Bayer: Wake Up Call
Lately, it can be hard not to feel distracted and dissociated. EK Bayer says we're due for a wake-up call.
Sep 23, 2024•4 min
Larry Murphy: Erasing Memories
Many of us have rituals to remember and celebrate our loved ones. Here's Larry Murphy's.
Sep 20, 2024•4 min
Elizabeth Fishel: The Stories We Tell and Tell and Tell
We’ve all talked to that broken record with their favorite stories on repeat. Sometimes, it can try our patience. Here’s a Perspective from Elizabeth Fishel.
Sep 19, 2024•4 min
Christyn Refuerzo: Braiding Hair
Christyn Refuerzo struggled to tell her story, until she discovered the secret ingredient.
Sep 18, 2024•4 min
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