First Person Singular

First Person Singular segments feature the unique voices of our community, sharing a commentary, personal story, or an observation. To participate, submit 240 words to firstpersonsingular@ksqd.org, which should be readable in 90 seconds.

After review, the writer will be invited to record it in KSQD’s production room. The producer then edits in the opening music, an intro and an outro.

Kevin Heuer – Gondola

by Mathilde Rand and Laurie Corn | Apr 19, 2023

A cafe at UCSC's Pogonip Reserve? Give a listen to Kevin Heuer's unique idea. Photo courtesy of Amy Farías

Samantha Gallardo – Decision

by Mathilde Rand and Laurie Corn | Apr 17, 2023

For Samantha Gallardo, the best decision did not come easy. Picture courtesy of Blue Arauz.

Teri Ketchie – Pajaro 1

by Mathilde Rand and Laurie Corn | Apr 13, 2023

Teri Ketchie goes back to a place she knows so well.

Jacob Crandall – Plymouth

by Mathilde Rand and Laurie Corn | Apr 12, 2023

For Jacob Crandall first-hand experience strengthened his resolve. Photo Courtesy of Life Matters

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Mathilde Rand and Laurie Corn

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Mathilde Rand

In December of 2008, I became part of the First Person Singular Team at KUSP (at that point we were five). During the last months of KUSP in 2016, I was the last hold-out. Now I am providing the same 2-minute program at KSQD, Community Radio, because I wholeheartedly believe in giving community members a voice. I am also the treasurer at KSQD.

Laurie Corn

I am attracted to the process of reducing a meaningful story or opinion to 90 seconds. I am a writer, so editing and honing a piece is a special love of mine. I have joined Mathilde Rand as co-producer of First Person Singular, and I encourage you to share your commentary on the air. This is community radio at its best.