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Emmy Award-Winning of Host of Survivor
Emmy Award-winning host Jeff Probst has been an instrumental part of the phenomenally successful reality television show, Survivor. The show has given him the opportunity to travel the world and…
Cultural Critic and Movie Reviewer, He contributes regularly to the Wall Street Journal, the LA Times and the Guardian. He is the author of 10 books
Joe Queenan is a cultural critic and movie reviewer, living in Tarrytown, NY. He contributes regularly to the Wall Street Journal, the LA Times and the Guardian. He is the…
Award-Winning Financial Journalist, Author and one of the nation's leading commentators on personal finance
Jane Bryant Quinn is a nationally known commentator on personal finance, with books and columns read and trusted by millions. In her long career, she has established herself as America’s…
Inspiring Speaker and Author Who Shares Her Story of Surviving a Terrorist Attack
When elementary education major Jackie Ann Nink from Pasadena took a course entitled Abnormal Psychology in the fall of 1976, she had no idea that nine years later she would…
Computer Scientist and Philosopher; Father of Slain Wall Street Journal Reporter Daniel Pearl; President of the Daniel Pearl Foundation
Judea Pearl was born in Tel Aviv and is a graduate of the Technion-Israel Institute of Technology. He came to the United States for postgraduate work in 1960, and the…
Lead Baseball Columnist at Yahoo! Sports. He is the author of "The Arm," a New York Times bestseller, co-author of "Death to the BCS" and he was named one of the best columnists by the AP in 2016
Jeff Passan has covered Major League Baseball since 2004, including the past 12 years for Yahoo Sports. He is the author of "The Arm," a New York Times bestseller, co-author…
Award-Winning Author and Journalist
Author and journalist Joan Morgan began her writing career freelancing for the Village Voice. Her first article, “The Pro-Rape Culture,” explored the issues of race and gender in the case…
American Academic, Political Commentator, and Linguist, Professor at Columbia University; His latest book is THE LANGUAGE HOAX
John McWhorter studies how language has evolved -- and will evolve -- with social, historical and technological developments, in addition to studying and writing about race in America. In recent…
Health Fitness Guru on NBC's hit series "The Biggest Loser."
Jillian Michaels is the foremost fitness expert in the world and a renowned life coach.Committed to helping people to be the best versions of themselves and to live their happiest…
Former World No. 1 Tennis Player; Seven-Time Grand Slam Champion; Author of "But Seriously"
John McEnroe embodies the American spirit. For two decades, he set an unparalleled standard of excellence both on and off the court. His pursuit of perfection and intensity to win…
Pulitzer Prize-Winning Author and American Civil War Historian
James M. McPherson is one of the nation's most renowned historians of the American Civil War era. His award-winning career has spanned four decades, and includes such highly prestigious honors…
Award-Winning Journalist, Bestselling Author, Motivational Speaker, and Women's Health & Wellness Advocate
Joan Lunden has been a trusted voice in American homes for more than 30 years. For nearly two decades, Lunden greeted viewers each morning on Good Morning America bringing insight…
Widely known as the Creator, Executive-Producer, Writer and Host of Inside the Actors Studio
James Lipton is widely known as the creator, executive-producer, writer and host of Inside the Actors Studio, which is seen in 94 million American homes on Bravo and in 125…
Award-Winning Actor, Musician, Author and Arts Advocate
John Lithgow's broad range of interests and talents have touched every area of the entertainment industry -- and even outside it. He's achieved stunning success in wildly varied ventures, and…
Women's Self Improvement Expert, Coach and Best Selling Author of The Woman's Comfort Book
Jennifer Louden is a pioneer in the personal growth field – the first to write about the importance and practice of self-nurturing in her best selling classic, The Woman’s Comfort…
Educator & Social Justice Advocate
In the passion of the civil rights campaigns of 1964 and 1965, Jonathan Kozol gave up the prospect of a promising career in the academic world, moved from Harvard Square…
Civil Rights Activist & Sociologist
Sociologist Dr. Joyce Ladner is one of the nation’s pre-eminent thought leaders. Her career has been shaped through her first hand involvement with the civil rights movement in Mississippi and…
Governor of Ohio, Former 2016 Republican Party Presidential Candidate
John Kasich believes in the power of the individual—and their indefatigable ability to bring about historical change in this country, issuing forth an era of renewal destined to leave a…
MSNBC Contributor and White House Correspondent for The Grio
Jeff Johnson is an award-winning journalist, social activist and political commentator, and author. From his celebrated conversations with marquee world figures in the political, business and entertainment arenas to his…
Boxing Manager, Inspiration for the film "Against the Ropes"
Jackie Kallen is the world's most successful female boxing manager and the inspiration for the film. She fought against all odds to prevail in a male-dominated profession. A journalist-turned-publicist for…
AIDS Activist, Filmmaker, Photographer, Lecturer and Designer. She is the co-director of the documentary film, Blood Lines, a portrait of HIV-positive youth
Jennifer Jako contracted HIV in 1991 at age 18. Through one intimate moment with a boy who didn't know he was infected, her future was forever changed. Jako's coping mechanism…
Computer Scientist, Academician, and Businessman. Former President, Stanford University
John Hennessy, The founder of MIPS Computer Systems Inc., John was the 10th President of Stanford University. He earned his Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from Villanova University, and his…
Journalist and Commentator; Author, "Moving Violations: War Zones, Wheelchairs and Declarations of Independence"
John Hockenberry is host of public radio’s live morning news program The Takeaway. An Emmy and Peabody Award-winning journalist, he is a former correspondent for NBC News, ABC News, and…
Known from her nationally syndicated television show "Judge Hatchett" and Child Advocate
Nobody gets results like Judge Glenda Hatchett. A visionary on the bench, she is renowned for her unique way of determining justice in an innovative, authoritative manner. Well known for…
Award-Winning Author of "The Journey of the Lost Boys"
Joan Hecht of the Lost Boys will share their heartfelt and inspirational stories of being refugees. Hecht founded the Alliance for the Lost Boys of Sudan Foundation in 2004. The…
Award Winner Producer, Author, Fashion Designer and Host of GlobeTrotter TV
Jon Haggins, a motivational speaker who inspires people to get up and go, that anything is possible
Author of Oprah's Book Club Pick, "The Book of Ruth"
Novelist Jane Hamilton grew up in Oak Park, Illinois, the youngest of five children, and graduated from Carleton College in 1979. In reflecting on her early inspiration for writing novels,…
Relationship and Health Advice. Author of Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus, shares free relationship advice, dating tips and health solutions for common ailments
John Gray is the leading relationship expert in the world. His relationship and health books have sold over 50 million copies in 50 different languages. His groundbreaking book, Men Are…
Comedian Starring in "The Jim Gaffigan Show," and Author of "Dad is Fat"
Raised in Indiana, Jim Gaffigan decided to make the move to New York City in pursuit of becoming a successful actor and stand up comic. It is apparent that Jim…
Actress, Motivational Speaker & Activist
Jane Fonda was born in New York City, the daughter of Henry Fonda and Frances Seymour Fonda. She attended the Emma Willard School in Troy, New York, and Vassar College.…
Entrepreneurship and Money Expert
Juliette Fairley, money/consumer finance expert, entered into the exclusive, glamorous world of high finance and emerged with a desire to enlighten the masses about the money secrets of the rich.…
Host of The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, SNL Alumnus & Author of "Your Baby's First Word Will Be Dada"
Long a renowned comic talent, Jimmy Fallon’s ability to deliver versatile, standout performances on the screen has allowed him to join the exclusive ranks as one of the Saturday Night…
Author, Journalist and Editor-In-Chief of the Conservative Website WorldNetDaily
Joseph Farah is the co-founder, editor and chief executive officer of WorldNetDaily.com, the world’s leading independent Internet news source. In addition, Farah writes a daily column for WND and a…
TV Personality Known for the "Jersey Shore" and "Snooki and JWOWW"
Jenni "JWOWW" Farley put her graphic designing career on hold to become a household name when she appeared on the debut episode of MTV's "Jersey Shore." The show based in…
The 15th Surgeon General of the United States
When she was sworn in as Surgeon General, Dr. M. Joycelyn Elders became the first African American and the second woman to hold that post. As Surgeon General, Dr. Elders…
#1 Millennials and Gen Z speaker and researcher. He solves tough generational challenges. He's received over 1,000 standing ovations
Jason Dorsey wrote his first bestselling book at age 18. He’s the most sought-after Millennials and Gen Z researcher and speaker, receiving over 1,000 speaking requests each year. Jason’s gift…
Anthropologist, Educator and Director, Smithsonian National Museum of African Art. Cole Was The First African-American Female President of Spelman College
One of the most powerful and well-regarded African American women in the US, Johnnetta B. Cole has a way with making history. She was the first female African American president…
Legendary Folk Singer & Activist
Few artists have as much staying power as music icon Judy Collins. She has celebrated over 50 years of recording with 37 albums, top ten hits, Grammy wins, and gold…
40 Years Of Experience Working In Education & 2014 former President Barack Obama appointed Dr. Comer to the President's Advisory Commission on Educational Excellence for African Americans
Dr. James P. Comer is the Maurice Falk Professor of Child Psychiatry at the Yale University School of Medicine's Child Study Center, and has been a Yale medical faculty member…
Feminist artist, art educator, and writer known for her large collaborative art installation pieces, which examine the role of women in history and culture
Judy Chicago is an artist, author, feminist, educator, and intellectual whose career now spans five decades. -- and men in particular. The thought processes involved in PowerPlay,
Cartoonist, Roboticist and Author. Best known for his popular newspaper and web comic strip Piled Higher and Deeper (PhD Comics)
Jorge Cham is the creator of Piled Higher and Deeper (PHD Comics), the online comic strip about life (or the lack thereof) in Academia. He is also the co-founder of…
1968 Olympian and Civil Rights Legend
With a black-gloved fist raised and his head bowed, Olympic medal winner John Carlos made history in 1968. The moment of defiance when he and Tommie Smith raised their arms…
Teacher, Author, and Journalist
Jenna Hager Best-selling Author; Contributing Correspondent, NBC's Today; Chair, UNICEF's Next Generation and Editor-at-Large, Southern Living Magazine. Jenna Hager is a contributing correspondent on NBC's Today show and an editor-at-large…
Author, Educator, and Activist who is dedicated to the struggle for Human Rights, the positive proliferation of youth and Hip-Hop Culture
JLove is an activist, author, coach and a creator, producer and director of TV and Film. Storytelling is at the heart of her work. She is the author of That…
President and Chairman of The National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse at Columbia University (CASA) which he founded in 1992 and former Secretary of Health, Education and Welfare
Joseph Califano is the former secretary of Health, Education and Welfare. During his years as secretary of HEW (1977-1979), Califano reorganized the department, initiated major health promotion and disease prevention…
National Champion & Head Coach of the University of Kentucky Wildcats
Head Coach of the University of Kentucky and 2012 NCAA National Champion, John Calipari has added an 8th Championship banner to the rafters by leading his team to a victory…