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The brightest thinkers, makers, artists and inventors give passionate takes on topics that inspire them. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

17 OCT

A Brief But Spectacular take on being a wildland firefighter amid climate change

Sarah Jakober is a U.S. Forest Service wildland firefighter who serves on the Grand Ronde Rappel Crew based in Grande, Oregon. She shares her Brief But Spectacular take on being a wildland firefighter. Jakober provides a window into a day on the job as climate change lengthens wildfire seasons and intensifies their impact. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

3 min
29 SEPT

A Brief But Spectacular take on living your best life while aging

Ximena Abogabir is the co-founder of a Chilean organization dedicated to changing attitudes about aging. She shares her Brief But Spectacular take on empowering people to live their best lives. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

4 min
16 SEPT

A Brief But Spectacular take on multigenerational housing

Older adults will soon outnumber children on a global scale. Bridge Meadows is an innovative multigenerational housing community in Oregon that fosters healing and connection for foster youth, their families and elders. Three generations of Bridge Meadows residents give their Brief But Spectacular takes on how living in this vibrant community has transformed their lives for the better. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

4 min
8 AGO

A Brief But Spectacular take on how anyone can give

Fabiola Moreno Ruelas is a first-generation college graduate working for the California state legislature. She is also the founder of the Ruelas Fulfillment Foundation, which aims to help high school students pursue higher education. She shares her Brief But Spectacular take on how anyone can give. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

4 min
3 JUL

Flossie Lewis's Brief But Spectacular take on her 100th birthday

Many will remember Flossie Lewis, who was among our earliest profiles on Brief But Spectacular. She spoke to us in 2016 about growing old and living well, earning millions of clicks and shares online. She joined Brief But Spectacular series creator Steve Goldbloom to celebrate a very special occasion, her 100th birthday. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

5 min
2 JUL

A Brief But Spectacular take on dreaming of home

Priyanka Mattoo is an L.A.-based writer and filmmaker whose new memoir, "Bird Milk & Mosquito Bones," chronicles her peripatetic search for home, from Kashmir to England to Saudi Arabia to Michigan to Rome and, finally, to Los Angeles. She gives her Brief But Spectacular take on dreaming of home. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

3 min
14 MAY

A Brief But Spectacular take on creating cultures of growth

Mary C. Murphy is a social psychologist and professor specializing in improving equity, diversity, and inclusion in educational and organizational settings. Her new book, "Cultures of Growth," explores the traits of individual and team success. Mary shares her Brief But Spectacular take on how we create cultures of growth. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

3 min
22 ABR

A Brief But Spectacular take on giving climate activism a shot

Kevin J. Patel is a climate activist from Los Angeles. After experiencing heart issues due to poor air quality in his city, he founded OneUpAction International, an organization intended to empower marginalized youth to be change-makers. He gives his Brief But Spectacular take on giving climate activism a shot. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

3 min

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14/09/2018

Becky901

It’s so refreshing to have a regular news segment that’s devoted to what people are doing right, not what we’re messing up.
Love this!

22/01/2018

Page Larkin

Ron Suskind’s wonderful story about his son got me hooked! Love this. (Clap)

The brightest thinkers, makers, artists and inventors give passionate takes on topics that inspire them. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders