KQED's Perspectives

Mar 10 2025 1061 ep. 4 mins 111

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Our series of of daily listener commentaries since 1991.

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Susan DeMersseman: Uncharted Territory

Mar 10 2025 3 mins

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

Mar 07 2025 3 mins

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

Cheryl Downes McCoy: Choosing to Love

Mar 06 2025 4 mins

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

Mar 05 2025 3 mins

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

Richard Swerdlow: Having "The Talk"

Mar 04 2025 3 mins

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

Max Gutmann: Taking Risks and Defining Them

Mar 03 2025 4 mins

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

Julia Chen: Girls of Four Generations

Feb 28 2025 4 mins

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

Feb 27 2025 3 mins

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

Gayle Asali Dickson: Black History is American History

Feb 26 2025 3 mins

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

Millie Watson: Love Exists

Feb 25 2025 3 mins

Millie Watson shares her triumphs and struggles finding love.