First Person Singular from KSQD

Emily Woods speaks from within the confines. Photo courtesy of Kamil Szerlag.

The late Bruce Scott, as a kid, had questions for the taller people. Photo courtesy of Jessica Lewis.

Annie Elbin learned at an early age the magic of imagination.

Andrea Jones’ husband has the last laugh. Photo courtesy of Pixabay.

Steve Pleich talks about the winds of change. Photo courtesy of Nataliya Vaitkevich.

Michael Collins says, “What took you so long?” This piece was recorded a day before the March 3rd 2026 unanimous Santa Cruz City Council vote on eBikes. Photo courtesy of Julius Tejeda.

Sally Grey wants to know how you are doing. Photo courtesy of Ann H.

Alan Ritch discovers a Santa Cruz murmuration.

Bahia Brunelle shares a story about harbors and her immigrant family. Photo courtesy of Jon Brunelle.

Laurie Corn explains the theory of balloon love. Photo courtesy of Clara.

The late Olga Cossi went “mindsurfing.” Photo courtesy of Bob Ward.

Ben Strunin takes a new look at animals in the wild. Photo courtesy of Alexas Fotos.

Tori Johnson says, “Hi, I am flying.” Photo courtesy of Terrance Barksdale.

The late Bruce Scott learned to speak only when he had something worth hearing. Photo courtesy of Jason Dolin.

Andrea Jones almost got badgered by well… a badger. Photo courtesy of David Selbert.

Fir Tim Rudolph, things are looking up. This piece is read by Gary Shapiro (Uncle Gary) Photo courtesy of

The late Sigrid McLaughlin tells of a surprise miracle. Photo courtesy of Max Andrey.

A line of music helps Meade Fischer learn to lower the stress level of life. Photo courtesy of Tara Winstead.

Sally Grey has a special fondness of bookmarks. Photo courtesy of Cottonbro.

Bahia Brunelle shares her thoughts about dolphins.

Laurie Corn’s Russian grandma travels west.

The late Olga Cossi asked should we differ or defer. Photo courtesy of Tara Winstead.

Jeri Bodemar talks about Tunes that spin inside. (This piece is read by Laurie Corn.)

The late Bruce Scott brings a smile to a young boy’s face. Photo courtesy of Jeff Weese.

Meade Fischer takes it all in. Photo courtesy of Skyler Ewing.

Ed Weingold takes the love of his dog to another level. Photo courtesy of Pixabay.

Laura Caldwell enjoys the good life in California. Photo courtesy of Yelena Odintsova.

Michael Collins has something to say. Photo courtesy of Chris F.

Sally Grey shares her passion for basketball. Mondays at 9:00 AM at Holy Cross gym, Santa Cruz. Friday 10:00 AM at Ocean View Park in Santa Cruz.

Alan Ritch vists Mama Etna.

Bahia Brunelle is inspired and finds hope in the work of one special person.

Pauline Seales wants to protect the ocean. Photo courtesy of Jan-Rune Smenes Reite. SCruzClimate.org Surfrider Group Save Our Shores January 21, 7 pm; London Nelson Center

The late Olga Cossi hopes that boys will be men. Photo courtesy of Vika Glitter.

Laurie Corn is singing in the rain. Photo courtesy of John Detochka.

The late Jane McCormick Crowley takes heart in a simple truth. Photo courtesy of Oriana Ortiz.

Andrea Jones remembers Rocco the ruckus rooster. Photo courtesy of Pixabay.

The late Bruce Scott discovered a third way of being in the world. Photo courtesy of Sandeep Verma.

Tim Rudolph feels the earth move under his feet. This piece is read by Gary Shapiro. (Uncle Gary) Photo courtesy of Gonzalo Facello.

Tara Cornelisse likes to imagine the impossible. Photo courtesy of USFWS – http://www.fws.gov/pacific/news/2001/ohlonetigerbeetle.jpg from http://www.fws.gov/news/newsreleases/R1/26459344-ED64-4053-8D4875A0B422036D.html?CFID=1891758&CFTOKEN=26860432, Public Domain.

Meade Fischer wishes you a happy holiday. Photo courtesy of Element5 Digital.