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Award Winning Creator, Writer, and Director of ABC’S Modern Family
In a fun and interactive program, Levitan takes audiences behind the scenes of Modern Family, giving a rare glimpse of all that goes into making the series such a beloved hit.
Host of NPR’s Weekend Edition, Award-Winning Journalist, Best-selling Author
Drawing on his prolific experience covering stories in all 50 states and seven continents, Simon brings a humorous, sophisticated and often moving perspective to each talk. Simon’s unique topics range…
Educator and Learning Specialist Depicted in The Blind Side
At the podium, Miss Sue takes audiences behind the scenes of The Blind Side, telling the story from her perspective as an educator and learning specialist. A believer that any…
Award-Winning Journalist, Director, and Best-Selling Author of The Perfect Storm & TRIBE
Junger engages audiences with a powerful, emotionally compelling and vivid portrait of the impact of war. He draws significant parallels between the battlefield and corporate America, providing important lessons that…
Legendary Talent Manager, Producer, Creator of the Celebrity Chef, & Best-Selling Author
Shep Gordon is a legend in the entertainment industry, known for having a keen eye for talent and an innate understanding of what people find engaging.
Emmy Award Nominated Actress, Producer & Entrepreneur
Sofia Vergara is an Emmy nominated actress, producer and entrepreneur,who has quickly become one of the most powerful women in Hollywood. She is best known for her role as 'Gloria…
MLK Performer, Motivational Speaker, Gospel Comedian and VoiceOver Artist
You would think you were listening to a recording of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. speaking. Some even say Rev. Stephon Ferguson channels the spirit of Dr. King. Among them…
Finalist on Season 3 of NBC’s the Voice
Born in Alexandria, Egypt and raised in Michigan, music has always been Sylvia Yacoub's greatest passion. The Voice was an important step in my career, and now she moving on…
Scottish Singer Who Gained Fame on "Britain's Got Talent"
Susan Boyle is a Scottish singer who came to international attention when she appeared as a contestant on the TV program "Britain's Got Talent" in April 2009, singing "I Dreamed…
Chairman and CEO, Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc.; Managing Partner, Zelnick Media
Strauss Zelnick founded ZMC (originally known as ZelnickMedia) in 2001. Mr. Zelnick is responsible for originating, structuring and monitoring investments. Mr. Zelnick currently represents ZMC as a director of Education…
Academy Award-Winning Actor, Comedian and Performer
Steven Wright - - the man with the monotone. A prototype comedian that others are sure to follow. His delivery is deadpan, his manner stoic, and he's the hottest act…
American Music Icon & Former 'American Idol' Judge
Steven Tyler is the iconic songwriter, composer and voice of Aerosmith – America’s Greatest Rock and Roll band – and is considered one of rock’s most recognizable and dynamic frontmen.…
Rap Artist & Community Activist
Born in the Bronx and raised in the projects, Sister Souljah is a fighter who came up from the bottom. A graduate of Rutgers University, she earned a degree in…
Sports Journalist, Analyst and Talk Show Host on ESPN's First Take
Stephen A. Smith, along with Max Kellerman, is a featured commentator on ESPN’s First Take weekdays from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. ET, discussing and debating the sports topics of…
Emmy-Winner Stand-Up Comedian and Actress. She forces her audience to reconsider their own assumed comfort zone with topics involving religion, race, and gender
Emmy-Winner Sarah Silverman is as versatile of a performer as they come. Her repertoire includes everything from film and television, stand-up comedy, to iconic online videos, and she added author…
Grammy-Winning Artist
Once pronounced by Bob Dylan as America’s “greatest living poet,” acclaimed singer-songwriter Smokey Robinson’s career spans over 4 decades of hits. He has received numerous awards including the Grammy Living…
Host of "Late Night with Seth Meyers" & Former Head Writer for SNL
Seth Meyers is an Emmy Award-winning writer and current host of "Late Night with Seth Meyers." Meyers was named one of the 2014 "Time 100," Time magazine's 100 most influential…
Composer, Lyricist and Arranger. One of New York's Most Exciting Musicians
Steven Lutvak is one of New York's most exciting musicians. Steven wrote the title track to MAD HOT BALLROOM, the 9th most successful documentary of all time. In 2006, he…
Comedian, Musician and Actor
Stephen Lynch is a comedian, musician, and actor. Lynch began his career performing his comedy songs at venues around New York City. Caroline's and Catch a Rising Star were two…
New York Style Guru. Former Host of TLC's "What Not to Wear"; Fashion Expert and Author of the book "The Truth About Style"
Stacy London is one of America’s foremost fashion experts. She was best known as the co-host of TLC’s hugely popular show, What Not To Wear. In 2005 Stacy joined The…
Award-Winning Playwright, Actress and Poet
Sarah Jones is a Tony and Obie Award-winning playwright and performer. She is perhaps best known to theater audiences for her multi-character, one-person show Bridge & Tunnel, which was originally…
Tony Award-Winning Tap Dancer and Choreographer
Savion Glover's numerous credits include the Broadway shows The Tap Dance Kid; Black and Blue; Jelly's Last Jam; and Bring in 'da Noise, Bring in 'da Funk, and the films…
TV Personality & Former Judge on The X Factor, Britain's Got Talent and American Idol
From 16-year-old high-school dropout and EMI mailboy to world-famous record producer and notorious TV personality, Simon Cowells success is the fruit of decades of hard work, an uncanny knack for…
Host of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert on CBS
Stephen Colbert, the host, co-writer and executive producer of Comedy Central’s Emmy and Peabody Award-winning series “The Colbert Report,” Stephen Colbert is a best-selling author, political satirist, writer, comedian, former…
Former Miss America, Entertainer and TV personality
Suzette Charles, competed in the Miss America 1984 pageant held in Atlantic City on September 17, 1983. Earlier in the week, she had won a Preliminary Talent Award for her…
An Evening With Saturday Night Live
You can now bring in any cast member from the legendary Saturday Night Live! If you want one or more of the people who have appeared on the show please…
Writer, Music Critic, and Musician. He has written for Pretty Decorating, ego trip, Hit It And Quit It, Mean, Slant, The New York Post, The Wire, The Village Voice, Slate, Spin, and The New York Times
Sasha Frere-Jones is a writer, music critic, and musician. He has written for Pretty Decorating, ego trip, Hit It And Quit It, Mean, Slant, The New York Post, The Wire,…
Band Known for "I Dare You to Move" and "Meant to Live"
Switchfoot is an alternative rock band from San Diego, California. The band's members are Jon Foreman (lead vocals, guitar), Tim Foreman (bass guitar, backing vocals), Chad Butler (drums, percussion), Jerome…
Nine-piece orchestra performing various styles of dance music from the Spanish-speaking regions of the Caribbean
Salsa del Soul is a Twin Cities-based, nine-piece orchestra performing various styles of dance music from the Spanish-speaking regions of the Caribbean. Salsa del Soul was formed with the purpose…
All-Woman, African-American a Aappella Ensemble
Sweet Honey In the Rock has maintained a rich and distinguished legacy as one of the most revered and treasured a cappella ensembles in contemporary music. Over the past four…