New Speakers

Derrick Pitts

Derrick Pitts

Chief Astronomer and Planetarium Director for the Franklin Institute, named one of the 50 Most Important African-Americans in research science
Wade Davis

Wade Davis

From former NFL Cornerback to LGBTQ Advocate
Michael Mann

Michael Mann

Award-winning climate scientist and central figure in the debate over climate change
Sonia Nassery Cole

Sonia Nassery Cole

Award-winning Afghan-American Filmmaker, Author, Human Rights Activist, Philanthropist, and Freedom Fighter who gives a voice to the voiceless  
Chuck Collins

Chuck Collins

One of the foremost writers, researchers, and activists on the rise of inequality in our society and its harmful effects; born into the…
Michael Tubbs - Community Organizer

Michael Tubbs

Community organizer who advocates for speaking truth to power and power to youth, Michael Tubbs -- born to a 16-year-old mother and an…
Jon Leiberman

Jon Leiberman

A true 21st century media personality, Jonathan Leiberman has effectively straddled the platforms of TV, radio, and online and print media to search…
Danny Kennedy - Clean Tech Entrepreneur

Danny Kennedy

Danny Kennedy-- a passionate activist, successful cleantech entrepreneur, noted author and recognized opinion leader on global environmental issues
Charles Kimball

Charles Kimball

Middle East expert and analyst on world religions, Islam, Jewish-Christian-Muslim relations, and the intersection of religion and politics in America.
Josh Klein

Josh Klein

Life-long expert on the use of hacking and innovation to create and solve social systems and industries.
King Corn Film

Ian Cheney and Curt Ellis – King Corn

Award-winning documentary filmmakers of King Corn, co-founders of FoodCorps, promoting food advocacy in youth
John Yearwood

John Yearwood

World Editor of The Miami Herald, a world-renowned and award-winning journalist, Internationally known for covering and uncovering the most pressing global issues of…
Randy Roberts Potts

Randy Potts

Grandson of the evangelical crusader Oral Roberts -- shares his intimate story of coming out in the televangelist community as he overcame bullying,…