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A true patriotic, bipartisan voice, Chuck Hagel has never shied away from speaking his mind and doing what is right in the face of doing what is politically expedient. He…

Janet Napolitano is a distinguished public servant with a record of leading large, complex organizations at the federal and state levels.

With an extraordinary record and breadth of public service, success and experience, Tom Ridge has become one of the most respected and top international security experts in the world.

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.

Dr. Alia Crum is an Assistant Professor of Psychology at Stanford University, previously working as an adjunct professor of management and as a postdoctoral scholar at Columbia Business School. Alia received…

Psychologist Dr. Laurie Santos is an expert on human cognition, its origins, and the evolutionary biases that influence our all-too imperfect life choices.

One of the world's most respected journalists, Christiane Amanpour transports us to the front lines, putting conflicts into context from the world's most dangerous places.

Dan Pink delpoys the science of motivation to boost engagement, spark innovation, and create better leaders.

Jerry Linenger survived what has been described as "one of the most dangerous missions in space history"–an out-of control spacecraft tumbling through darkness, and on fire.

A renowned leader whose advice is sought by America’s top policy makers, Gen. Barry McCaffrey, USA (Ret.) provides an unflinching assessment on the leadership challenges that face complex organizations.

As founding president and COO of Ritz-Carlton, Horst Schulze established a new standard of excellence in his industry. He energizes organizations to reconnect with their service commitment.

Naomi Bagdonas empowers leaders to build more innovative, collaborative, and joyful work cultures (and lives).

Having led some of America’s most distinguished and recognizable companies during a storied business career that includes executive roles at GE, 3M and Boeing, Jim McNerney provides insight on topics such as…

Behavioral scientist and expert on what is really meaningful in life, Jennifer Aaker shares how to create more purposeful, engaged, and joyful places to work.

Formerly homeless, Liz Murray transformed her life of despair into an inspiring journey of determination, hope and hard-won success.

Douglas Brinkley is the Katherine Tsanoff Brown Chair in Humanities and Professor of History at Rice University, the CNN Presidential Historian, and a contributing editor at Vanity Fair. He works in…

The remarkable story of JetBlue Airways is founded in the people-centric values of Ann Rhoades.

With over 2 million listeners weekly, Hugh Hewitt can be heard nationally every weekday morning as host.

Dr. Richard Haass is a veteran diplomat, a prominent voice on American foreign policy, and an established leader of nonprofit institutions. He is in his seventeenth year as president of…

A proven leader with a record of cultivating innovation and delivering results, Sylvia Mathews Burwell has led government departments in both the Clinton and Obama Administrations as well as powerful…

Jason Furman is the Aetna Professor of the Practice of Economic Policy at Harvard University. Previously he served as a top economic adviser to President Obama including serving as the…

With unparalleled knowledge and passion for environmental issues, Christine Todd Whitman shares a new— and compelling— framework on the collaboration between economic growth and environmental policy making.

After leading the FBI through unprecedented times, former Director James Comey shares how his moral compass guided his decision-making and issues a clarion call for ethical leadership—no matter the circumstance.

A consummate insider who worked his way up through the ranks to head the Central Intelligence Agency, John Brennan had a front row seat in the turbulent and tumultuous arena…

Walter Isaacson is a Professor of History at Tulane and an advisory partner at Perella Weinberg, a financial services firm based in New York City. He is the past CEO…

George Tenet has served the intelligence community in practically every capacity and now, in an intimate and candid conversation format, he provides audiences with a snapshot of the security threats…

Perhaps no one is better equipped to survey today’s current events both at home and abroad than Jay Carney.

A tough and respected prosecutor and the first female Attorney General of New Hampshire, Kelly Ayotte knows how to break through partisan gridlock to make government work for everyone. Widely…

When he took the helm at General Electric, Jeff Immelt knew that in a rapidly digitizing, increasingly interconnected, and predictably unpredictable world.

Able to reach audiences with a simple, transformative message on finding your passion, Kevin Carroll reawakens drive and ambition in both individuals and organizations allowing them to rediscover the things…

David Gregory, current CNN political analyst former moderator of NBC News’ Meet the Press, shares with audiences his insights on the latest Washington headlines and the current events facing our country.

From reporting on the Afghanistan and Iraq wars to covering the on-going situation in the Middle East/North Africa, to observing inside North Korea the 2010 celebration of the 65th Anniversary…

Poet Maya Angelou said that “making a living is not making a life.” But making a life, a life that’s satisfying and fulfilling over the long haul, doesn’t come with…

As chief of staff for President George W. Bush, assistant to the president/deputy chief of staff for President George H. W. Bush and special assistant and director of intergovernmental affairs…

As the secretary of the treasury in President George W. Bush’s Cabinet, John Snow left a remarkable record of achievement.

Reince Priebus is a decisive and pragmatic bridge builder, who reformed and modernized the Republican National Committee, and managed the White House as the first Chief of Staff to President…

Mark McClellan, M.D., PhD, is Director and Robert J. Margolis, M.D., Professor of Business, Medicine and Policy at the Margolis Center for Health Policy at Duke University. He is a…

Jeb Bush is a unifying leader who brings civility to the discussion of bi-partisan viewpoints while addressing the key issues facing each audience he meets.

Widely recognized as one of the most innovative and successful CEOs in history, Bob Iger led The Walt Disney Company during the most difficult time in the company’s storied history.…

One of America’s most successful entrepreneurs and executives, best-known as co-founder of America Online and CEO of Revolution LLC, Steve Case has a passion for building startups that can change…

When Lee Woodruff’s husband, ABC’s then newly appointed co-anchor Bob Woodruff.

Jenna Hager is the cohost of the fourth hour of the Today show with Hoda Kotb and the founder of the Today book club, Read with Jenna.

The first woman to serve as the Securities and Exchange Commission’s chair, Mary Schapiro, who has dedicated her nearly three-decade career to regulatory strategy and enforcement, and service on major…

Gene Robinson has the ear of inside-the-beltway political insiders. With more than 25 years of reporting experience, his incisive political commentary is welcome on news programs such as MSNBC’s Hardball, The Rachel…

Bill Dudley joined the Federal Reserve on the eve of the 2008 financial crisis, following a 20-year career at Goldman Sachs – where he served as the firm’s chief U.S.…

Frances Townsend is a national security leader who has worked across party lines to address some of the world’s most complex and volatile security issues. With more than two decades…

As founding director of the Harvard International Negotiation Program, Dr. Daniel Shapiro brings a gold mine of practical frameworks on collaboration and communication to boost your organization’s success. He has…

Jessica Michelle Chastain is an American actress. She began her Hollywood career in guest-roles on a few television series, before making her feature film debut in the drama Jolene (2008), and gained…

Emily Jean "Emma" Stone is an American actress. The recipient of numerous accolades, including an Academy Award and a Golden Globe Award, she was the highest-paid actress in the world…

Kristen Stewart is a film and television actress and director known for playing Bella Swan in the Twilight films opposite Robert Pattinson. She first gained prominence as a child actress playing Jodie…