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Astrophysicist, Former NASA Astronaut & CEO at Foale Aerospace Inc.
Dr. Foale is a former NASA astronaut who has flown five times on the US Space Shuttle and on the Russian Soyuz rocket..
He started doing comedy with the Loose Moose Theatre Company.
He started doing comedy with the Loose Moose Theatre Company. There, Mark met Bruce McCulloch.
Award-Winning Chef, Restaurateur & Host of "Check, Please! South Florida" and "SoFlo Taste"
Chef Michelle Bernstein, a Miami native of Jewish
Actor Known for Playing the Voice of Shaggy in "Scooby-Doo"
Matthew Lillard attended the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in Pasadena.
Michelle Duggar is a reality TV star, a licensed real estate agent, homeschooling mom, New York Times Best Selling author, and speaker.
Michelle Duggar is a reality TV star, a licensed real estate agent, homeschooling mom.
Journalist, Producer, Sports Analyst
Mike is the co-host of Spike’s "MMA Uncensored Live." A truly interactive experience.
Sci-Fi Costume Designer; Academy Award-Winner for "American Hustle"
Michael Wilkinson is a costume designer based in Los Angeles.
Musician Known As the Frontman for Indie-Rock Band The Airborne Toxic Event; Author of "Hollywood Park"
Mikel Jollett is a musician who is best known as the frontman.
Marian Fontana has been a writer and performer for the past 20 years.
Marian has written and performed in 3 plays and 4 one- woman shows including
Author of Can't Find My Way Home, Music & Pop Culture Expert
Martin Torgoff is an award-winning and best-selling music and pop culture author and documentary filmmaker.
English Actor Best Known for the UK's "The Office," "Sherlock" and "The Hobbit" Film Trilogy
Born in England in 1971, Martin Freeman acted in a number of British television series before his big break.
Author, Webmistress, Literary Commentator & Harry Potter Expert
When Melissa Anelli started blogging for The Leaky Cauldron, the most popular Harry Potter fansite on the internet.
Cultural Critic, Digital Content Producer at BET.COM, Author
Marcus Reeves has written about pop music, Black youth culture and politics for over 20 years.
Martha Williamson is a 20-year veteran of the entertainment industry.
Martha Williamson is a 20-year veteran of the entertainment industry.
Mother Love, renowned television and radio talk show host,
For more than three decades, Mother Love has entertained and delighted her fans.
Academic Director for Urban Studies at the Murphy Institute
Michael Javen Fortner is Assistant Professor and Academic Director of Urban Studies at the Murphy Institute at CUNY SPS.
Author, Cultural Critic, James B. Duke Distinguished Professor of African & African American Studies
Mark Anthony Neal is the James B. Duke Distinguished Professor of African & African American Studies.
Young Poet, Educator, Activist & TED Speaker Known For "High School Training Ground"
Called the Gil-Scott Heron of this generation by Cornel West, Malcolm London is a young Chicago poet.
Celebrity Trainer, Athlete & Author
Melissa Alcantara is a high profile trainer and all-natural athlete who’s shaped the physiques of familiar names including Kim Kardashian.
Olympic Silver Medalist & Most Decorated Figure Skater in World Championship History; United States Ambassador to Belize
Michelle Kwan is the most-decorated skater in U.S. Figure Skating history, having won two Olympic medals, five World titles.
Senior Vice President of Mastercard Center for Inclusive Growth
Marla Blow is the Senior Vice President of Mastercard's philanthropic hub, Mastercard Center for Inclusive Growth. The Center’s priorities are to promote financial security;
Culinary Historian & Author
Michael W. Twitty is a culinary historian and food writer from the Washington D.C. area.
Children's Book Author; Creator of "Arthur"; Advote for Children's Literacy
Marc Brown is an American author and illustrator of children's books. Brown writes as well as illustrates the Arthur book series.
TV Host, Fashion Stylist, Writer & Author of "Supreme Models: Iconic Black Women Who Revolutionized Fashion"
Actor—Fashion Stylist—TV Host—Writer. That’s a lot of hyphenates, and it’s just the beginning for “Walking, talking fashion Wikipedia,” Marcellas Reynolds.
Educator, Equity Advocate & Award-Winning Author Known for "Ida B. the Queen: The Extraordinary Life and Legacy of Ida B. Wells"
Michelle Duster is author, public historian, professor, and champion of racial and gender.
Contributing Editor at Catapult & Author of "This Will Be My Undoing"
Morgan is an NYC-based writer. She graduated from Princeton University with an AB in Comparative Literature, specializing in nineteenth century.
Writer, Diversity Consultant & Feminist
Mikki Kendall is a writer, diversity consultant, and occasional feminist who talks a lot about intersectionality.
Writer, Lecturer, Feminist, Gender Equality Activist & Founder of Award-Winning Blog MsAfropolitan
Minna Salami is a Nigerian-Finnish and Swedish author and social critic..
Journalist, Author of "Warriors Don't Cry" & Member of the "Little Rock Nine"
Melba Pattillo Beals was born in Little Rock, Arkansas on Pearl Harbor Day, December 7, 1941. Her parents were divorced when she was seven, and her mother and grandmother.
Writer, Author
Mateo Askaripour debut novel, "BLACK BUCK", was an instant New York Times bestseller.
New York Times Bestselling Authors of 'Everything That Remains', 'Minimalism', and 'Essential'
Ryan Nicodemus, known to their audience as The Minimalists, help millions of people live meaningful lives with less.
Author Columnist Radio Host
Author of Tuesdays With Morrie, philanthropist, columnist, and sports reporter Mitch Albom is an inspiration around the world.
Emmy Award-Winning Host, Executive Producer and Co-anchor
One of the most admired women in journalism, Meredith Vieira offers a candid, in-depth conversation about the stories she has covered and the lessons they have taught her.
New York Yankees' Greatest Relief Pitcher of All Time and Author of The Closer
Mariano Rivera teaches lessons in perseverance, drive, and building a legendary career from the ground up.
Former Co-CEO at Chipotle Mexican Grill (2009-2016), Lawyer, Author, Pilot & Filmmaker
Monty’s view of effective leadership is unique and refreshing.
#1 New York Times Bestselling Author, "Salt Sugar Fat: How the Food Giants Hooked Us"
Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative journalist and author of the New York Times bestsellers Hooked: Food, Free Will, and How the Food Giants Exploit our Addictions and Salt Sugar Fat, Michael Moss is a leading…
Founder & CEO, Phenomenal; New York Times Bestselling Author, Ambitious Girl
Meena Harris is one of the most powerful and dynamic young leaders in America. As the founder of the groundbreaking Phenomenal brand, as well as an author, lawyer, and producer,…
Decorated Navy SEAL & Best-Selling Author of Lone Survivor
In an unparalleled and inspiring program, Marcus Luttrell takes us from the rigors of SEAL training and what it takes to join the America’s elite fighting force, to the battle…
Former Co-Host of The View, Political Columnist, Author & Award-Winning Blogger
Fresh off four-years as a co-host of The View which took the show to a new level of popularity and garnered numerous awards, Meghan McCain brings her passionate perspective on a myriad…
Best-Selling Author of The Premonition, The Blind Side, Moneyball, and The Big Short
A sharp observer of politics, finance, and the evolution of American culture, Michael Lewis combines keen insight with his signature wit, making him one of today’s leading social commentators. Lewis’…
Internationally Recognized Artist & Author
Weisel has the gift, in her art, writing and speaking to inspire and encourage others to live fully and deeply.
Writer, Producer of Family Guy & Co-Creator of The Cleveland Show
Mike Henry takes audiences on his own personal journey, illustrated by hilarious comedy shorts he made along his road to success.
Author of "The Zombie Survival Guide" & "World War Z"
Using fictional metaphor (like zombie lore) and historical events to facilitate discourse around large-scale problem-solving, Brooks explores new ways to attack old problems as well as new concerns.
Pulitzer Prize-Winning Investigative Reporter for the New York Times & Co-Author of "She Said"
Megan Twohey is a prize-winning investigative reporter for The New York Times who has focused much of her attention on the treatment of women and children. In 2017, she and…
Dancer, Author and Star on "Dance Moms," 2011 until 2016. Known for her Performance in Sia's "Chandelier" Music Video
Teen dance prodigy Maddie Ziegler, became an overnight internet sensation after appearing in singer-songwriter Sia’s “Chandelier” music video in May 2014. The video has since garnered over 1.5 billion views,…
Author, book titled "I Am Not a Spy" The true story of an idealistic young American Jew who goes deep into the Arab world & the Israeli army
Michael Bassin has traversed the Middle East as a journalist, businessman, soldier, student, and traveler. His Middle East expertise has made him a frequent speaker to groups and organizations with…
Hamas Whistleblower, Star of the Film The Green Prince & Bestselling Author of Son of Hamas
Mosab Hassan Yousef was born in Ramallah, in the Palestinian West Bank in 1978. His father, Sheikh Hassan Yousef, is a founding leader of Hamas, internationally recognized as a terrorist…
Domestic Violence Survivor, Activist & Author
Mildred D. Muhammad is an Awarded Global Recognized Keynote Speaker, Speaker for the US Dept of State, Certified Consultant w/Office on Victims of Crime, CNN Contributor, Domestic Abuse Survivor, Advocate,…
Co-Host of MSNBC's Morning Joe and Best-Selling Author of All Things at Once, Knowing Your Value, and Grow Your Value
Mika Brzezinski is the co-host of MSNBC’s award-winning morning show Morning Joe, and a three-time New York Times best-selling author. The Democrat to partner Joe Scarborough’s Republican, Brzezinski spends each…
New York Times Bestselling Author, Vlogger, TedTalker and Change Agent
Mel Robbins is one of the world’s most widely booked and followed podcast hosts and authors.

















































