The 3rd most cited economist in the world, this long-time Lavin Exclusive Speaker won the 2024 Nobel Prize in Economics for his groundbreaking work on the relationship between progress, AI, institutions, and the economy. Now, he argues that the success of our democracy depends on whether we can use AI for everyone’s good.

The literary titan behind The Handmaid’s Tale (the landmark novel and 15-time Emmy-Award-winning TV series), Margaret Atwood turns her sharp eye to the most pressing issues of our time, from women’s rights to democracy and more. She challenges audiences to think critically about our history, our language, and ourselves.

The voice inside your head can be your worst critic—or your best coach. Psychologist and University of Michigan professor Ethan Kross can show you how to make it work for you rather than against you. Ethan is the bestselling author of Chatter and Shift, and his new accessible, interactive workbook for harnessing your inner voice is out now!

This Black History Month, there’s no one better to help us learn from history than Minnijean Brown-Trickey, a member of the Little Rock Nine who played a crucial role in desegregating public schools. She reveals what that experience taught her about humanity and dignity: “This is my challenge to you: Walk like you belong, because you do.”

Bill Strickland was a high schooler in a poor neighborhood when he fell in love with pottery. Today, he’s a “genius at work” (Fast Company) changing lives and offering opportunity through the power of hope, beauty, and respect. This Black History Month, don’t miss the premiere of the new PBS documentary on this extraordinary leader!