Is Our Ethos of American Independence Hurting Us?
Exploring the impact of individualism on society, this panel discusses alternative perspectives emphasizing connection and shared experiences, examining obstacles to unity and potential societal shifts.
Is Trust the Ultimate Currency of Stakeholder Capitalism?
Exploring trust as a crucial factor in stakeholder capitalism, featuring insights from business leaders on managing societal demands while running successful companies.
Breaking News - How the Subscriber Model Upends and Improves Journalism
Explore how subscriber-based models are revolutionizing journalism, attracting top talent, and providing more reliable funding than traditional advertising, leading to improved quality and sustainability in news media.
Separated: Inside an American Tragedy - Book Talk
Exposé on Trump's migrant child separation policy, its implementation, and devastating consequences, based on extensive reporting by NBC News correspondent Jacob Soboroff.
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.
A New Vision of Corporate Purpose - Reshaping Capitalism for the Public Good
Exploring the role of purpose-driven CEOs in reshaping capitalism, balancing private incentives with public good, and redefining corporate existence and service.
Do We Need to Rescue the Humanities? - The Decline and Importance of Humanistic Studies
Exploring the decline of humanities in education and its impact on society, culture, and democracy. Discusses the importance of arts, history, and philosophy in shaping critical thinking and civic engagement.
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 Four Commitments - Choices That Create Your Life
Explore the four major life commitments and their impact on personal success. Learn how to choose and execute these commitments, and discover possibilities for new commitments in later life stages.
The (Im)possibilities of Writing About the Self
Explore the challenges and opportunities of writing about personal experiences with authors George Hodgman and Darin Strauss, discussing research methods and decision-making in autobiographical writing.
Writing with Wit and Whimsy - Humor as a Tool in Literature
Explore humor's role in writing with authors Maria Semple and Dean Bakopoulos. Learn techniques for infusing wit and whimsy into your work, and discover when comedy enhances or detracts from storytelling.
Bright Minds in New Media - The Future of Information Consumption
Explore the future of new media with industry leaders as they discuss its transformative impact on information consumption and our daily lives.
Creating a Documentation Website for a Game Engine
Learn to create a documentation website for a game engine using mdBook, GitHub webhooks, and automated updates for efficient development and maintenance.
Leading with Purpose - Transforming Organizations Beyond ESG Scores
Exploring purposeful leadership in business: shifting models to combat climate change, promote diversity, and transform organizational cultures for meaningful impact beyond ESG scores.
The Power of Sharing Our Stories - Inspiring Change Through Literature
Renowned authors discuss the power of storytelling, literature's role in resistance and learning, and the importance of diverse voices in shaping a multicultural society and fostering empathy.
Shakespeare in a Divided America - Lessons for Today and Tomorrow
Explore Shakespeare's enduring relevance in modern America through expert insights on his plays' impact on politics, culture, and society, highlighting their power to unite diverse audiences.
Future of Sports - NBA Player Pipeline and Youth Development
Exploring the potential impact of NBA clubs controlling talent pipelines from age 14-16, examining stakeholder effects and implications for youth basketball development.
Stand Up or Stand Down - The New Landscape for CEO Voice
Exploring the evolving role of CEOs in addressing societal issues, balancing stakeholder expectations, and navigating contentious topics in today's complex business landscape.
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.
The Future of News - A Conversation on Streaming and Trust in Media
Exploring streaming, disinformation, and audience trust in news media with NBCU News Group's leader. Insights on the evolving landscape of journalism and strategies for building credibility in the digital age.