Might the Past Inform Our Future? Presidential Lessons for American Democracy
Explore insights from presidential history with Jon Meacham, examining leadership, politics, and democracy in America through the lens of past presidencies and their relevance to current affairs.
Never Caught - The Washingtons' Relentless Pursuit of Their Runaway Slave, Ona Judge
Explore the untold story of Ona Judge, a slave who escaped from George Washington, and the complex dynamics of slavery in early America through this thought-provoking discussion.
50th Anniversary of the Vietnam Draft: Lessons for the Sciences
Explore the impact of the Vietnam Draft on scientific research and its lasting implications, drawing parallels to contemporary challenges in science and policy.
The Age of Eisenhower: America and the World in the 1950s - Book Discussion
Insightful discussion on Eisenhower's presidency, exploring his accomplishments, Cold War strategies, and lasting impact on modern America. Offers a reevaluation of his leadership and legacy.
Franklin D. Roosevelt: A Political Life - Book Discussion
Explore FDR's extraordinary political life, legacy, and challenges through Robert Dallek's insightful discussion of his new biography, covering key aspects of Roosevelt's presidency and personal struggles.
Leonardo Da Vinci: A Biography by Walter Isaacson - Book Talk
Explore the life and genius of Leonardo Da Vinci through Walter Isaacson's insightful biography, offering a fresh perspective on the Renaissance polymath's extraordinary mind and works.
The End of Loyalty: The Rise and Fall of Good Jobs in America
Exploration of the changing employer-employee relationship in America, from post-WWII loyalty to modern instability, through the lens of major corporations and their impact on the middle class.
The Upswing - How America Came Together a Century Ago and How We Can Do It Again
Explore how America shifted from "I" to "We" and back, and learn strategies for rebuilding national unity and community spirit in this insightful discussion with renowned authors.
Remembering the Past, Imagining the Future - How the Legacy of Slavery Shapes America
Explore how slavery's legacy shapes collective memory and future through monuments and landmarks. Scholars discuss learning from the past to forge a better path forward.
Exhibiting the Future - Smithsonian's FUTURES Exhibition
Explore the Smithsonian's FUTURES exhibition, envisioning tomorrow's possibilities in climate, healthcare, and transportation through art, design, and science collaborations.
Narrative Historian Hampton Sides - Author Talk
Virtual conversation with Hampton Sides, acclaimed narrative historian, discussing his best-selling non-fiction adventure stories and his approach to crafting gripping historical narratives.
Through the Lens of Bayer - The Aesthetic Beauty of Bauhaus in Aspen
Explore Herbert Bayer's multifaceted legacy in Aspen, from architecture to sculpture. Discover how this Bauhaus artist's work embodies the movement's fullest expression in America, as discussed by curator Bernard Jazzar.
The New Bauhaus - The Life and Legacy of László Moholy-Nagy
Explore László Moholy-Nagy's impact on Bauhaus in America, his artistic innovations, and the establishment of New Bauhaus in Chicago, supported by Aspen Institute founder Walter Paepcke.
The World According to Star Wars
Explore Star Wars' impact on culture, law, economics, and politics with Harvard professor Cass R. Sunstein in this erudite discussion of the franchise's universal themes and lessons.
The Future of Imagination - Enhancing Creativity, Empathy, and Optimism
Explore how envisioning the future enhances creativity, empathy, and optimism. Learn practical habits to boost imagination and collaborate to predict major life changes by 2026.
The Bill of Rights at 225 - Why History Matters
Explore the enduring significance of the US Constitution's first ten amendments, their adoption, and contemporary relevance with David Rubenstein and Jeffrey Rosen.
The American Historical Narrative: Perspectives from Gordon-Reed and Meacham
Pulitzer Prize winners discuss American history, democracy, and public service, offering insights on key figures and events that shaped the nation's narrative.
New York's Lost Domino Sugar Refinery
Explore the rise and fall of Brooklyn's iconic Domino Sugar Refinery, its impact on global trade, and its complex legacy in New York's industrial history. Uncover the challenges and transformations of the sugar industry.
Old-Fashioned Halloween Candy and the First Halloween Party
Explore the history of Halloween treats and the origins of Halloween parties, delving into traditional candy-making techniques and early celebratory customs.
Who and What Is Influencing the Fashion Industry in 2016
Jefferson Hack and John Paul Pryor discuss current influences in fashion, exploring innovations across journalism, film, photography, and digital media.
Living in the Future - It Seems to Be in Beta
Explore futuristic living concepts and their current beta-stage implementations in this thought-provoking talk by Jeff Goeke Smith, recorded at Notacon 11.