Current Events Speakers

John Brennan blends wisdom, experience, and candor in a cogent analysis of dynamic trends in national security.

A widely respected conservative and Emmy Award-winning radio talk show host, Hugh Hewitt provides his trademark analysis and commentary on society, politics, cultural trends, entertainment and mainstream media in the United States.

"In times of crisis a leader needs to be transparent, clear, empathetic, serious, and all in." – Jeb Bush

Tim Urban was a cult favorite blogger and illustrator amongst smart hipsters (some with names like Elon Musk) before the secret got out and his TED talk became one of the second most-watched ever. Now this electrifying speaker...

One of America’s most successful public-sector executives and one of the boldest innovators in health care and education, Bobby Jindal brings to life the lessons learned from a career in leadership and public service, engaging audiences with in-depth...

"Without daring greatly, you will never know what is truly possible." – Adm. William H. McRaven, USN (Ret.)

A specialist in leading effectively and operating in complexity, Gen. Martin E. Dempsey, USA (Ret.) shares experienced insight on security in a multifaceted geopolitical environment, the 21st-century challenges facing the U.S., and capturing innovation.

World-renowned leader Gordon Brown is a powerful voice on many of today’s most pressing issues: global economic growth, international security, geopolitical affairs, education equality, and human rights.

Jay Carney faced the world and White House press corps each day with characteristic grace, wit and aplomb. Today, he brings to audiences his insight and extensive credentials in the White House and with TIME magazine in discussing...

Economic expert Richard Fisher brings a wealth of experience, shares candid insights and helps audiences understand the most pressing and complex economic issues of the day.

Drawing on his vast experience, José Manuel Barroso puts the current geopolitical environment into context, providing audiences with an understanding of the geopolitical, economic and cultural pressures that must be faced to continue strengthening Europe’s global influence, create...

A trusted senior international statesman and leader, Anders Fogh Rasmussen offers actionable solutions to global challenges and identifies opportunities for successful cooperation across borders and industries.    

A creative culinary innovator and exemplary business leader, José Andrés inspires people across the globe with his dynamic vision and diverse projects aimed at making the world a better place through the power of food.

A recognized expert on Russia, U.S.-Russia relations, great power competition, and American foreign policy around the world, Michael McFaul helps audiences understand the war in Ukraine, the new Cold War with Russia and lessons from the Cold War...

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 corporate boards, provides audiences astute insight and analysis...

Using his trademark depth of policy knowledge and academic research, Ezra Klein gives audiences a systematic look at why American politics is so polarized, and what that polarization has done to electoral institutions, policymaking, and the media.

"So we must be realistic but never hopeless. Much has gone wrong. But it is in our power to put things right." – Eugene Robinson

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.

"Smart people are a dime a dozen. What matters is the ability to think different… to think out of the box." – Walter Isaacson

José María Aznar returned Spain to the forefront of the world stage helps audiences understand the economic and debt crisis in Europe and how it can be contained, the international impact of the "Arab Spring," and the ever-present...

George Tenet, longest serving and one of the most influential CIA directors in history, speaks with amazing insights as he takes us with him to the various regions in the world.

A global charitable and philanthropic leader, Sarah Brown is a persuasive voice on global justice, women and children's rights and using social media to empower people to make a difference.

Andy Card, the longest-serving White House Chief of Staff in the past 50 years, has been at the epicenter of U.S. politics. From his critical leadership during the 9/11 attacks to his deep expertise in geopolitical analysis, crisis...

Seriously injured by a roadside bomb in Iraq, Bob Woodruff is a throwback to the reporters of years ago who brought you the news no matter what the danger.