With his expertise in nuclear security, Dr. Hecker shares his insights on the new Russia-North Korea relationship and the destabilization in the global nuclear order resulting from Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. He will give a wide view of the changing nuclear landscape. Will Putin use nuclear weapons? What is North Korea’s capacity? What about China … Continued
Through his first-hand experience “in the room where it happened” and his perspective as the CEO of major institutional asset management firm, Anthony (Tony) Ryan will share the lessons learned from 2008 to the present day and the implications for the future. He will address topics including the national debt, inflation, regulation, the U.S. dollar … Continued
What words do we use, how do we use them, and who gets to say what, and who decides? In an era when we are at times becoming more aware of renaming of places (i.e., removing “Squaw” and reassessing violent figures), we also seem less prone to check our language in other arenas, with extreme … Continued
What have physicians across various fields learned as patients recount near death experiences? How have their own near death experiences challenged what they learned in medical school, and how have they come to understand them and incorporate them into their practice? Join neurosurgeon Dr. Eben Alexander, emergency physician Dr. Jeff O’Driscoll, and radiation oncologist Dr. … Continued
Join Vail Symposium’s panel of experts as they take us through a deep look at the costs of electricity and solar grids, the technology as it exists today and what is on the horizon (including a discussion of power storage, battery technologies, and power grids) and what implementation looks like in various communities. Our panel … Continued
In December 2023, unidentified drones flew over Langley Air Force Base in Virginia for 17 days, leading to the cancellation of training missions and the relocation of the F-22 Raptors, in just one of several similar events in a short time frame. How is the US Government responding to Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (i.e. UFOs)? Join … Continued
The Shakespeare Project of Chicago presents Michelle Shupe in a theatrical reading of “Shakespeare for My Father” by Lynn Redgrave. Teachers, school staff & students are FREE!
Clay Jenkinson will be joined by actor and TCC Roper Performing Arts Center Director Paul Lasakow in a performance that features recitation of great moments in Shakespeare, commentary, biographical details, discussions of the great Shakespeare themes, and a practical guide to overcoming “Shakespeare intimidation.” Witty, probing, and funny, Clay provides an evening of insight and … Continued
We are shaking up this annual program in 2024. We will still have leaders in business, hospitality, healthcare, local government, education and a broad county-focused span, featuring a diverse panel asking “what is happening in the on-the-ground rooms where work is happening and key conversations are taking place?” This year’s event will be offered with … Continued
Dr. Donese Worden guides attendees on a journey of self-assessment to identify health concerns and develop strategies for prevention and wellness. The session includes powerful live music and meditation to promote deep healing and alignment.
One month before the presidential election, David Gregory will provide political analysis concerning the state of the election. David has been CNN’s political analyst, former moderator of NBC News’ “Meet the Press,” and former chief White House Correspondent for NBC News. He will discuss the media’s role and responsibilities, including how elections have reacted to … Continued
Have you seen Puccini’s La bohème? Perhaps you learned to play “Musetta’s Waltz” in piano lessons as a child? Have you seen the Broadway musical “Rent?” Whatever your level of familiarization with the story, join us for an event that will help open the doors to understanding the world and story of La bohème. Especially as we look forward … Continued