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Plus — 15 talks to understand the 2022 political landscape
Psychologist Marisa Franco explains the biggest misconceptions that are hurting our friendships, how relationships shape our personalities and sense of self, and why friendships don't just happen organically.
With no end in sight to gridlock in Congress, federal courts will continue to have a significant impact on major health policy decisions. Katie Keith of Georgetown University Law Center helps us understand how litigation is shaping healthcare and public health in the United States– from access to preventative services to climate regulations.
NPR's Tamara Keith and Dan Glickman discuss what a Biden agenda might look like.
Not by shying away from arguments but by embracing them. Arguments are our legacy and our shared history.
Rapper Yellopain shares the story behind his political awakening and the power of language and music to motivate action.
Brita Filter using the power of drag to inspire people across the country to show up at the polls.
At the 2020 Aspen Ideas Festival, five of America's premier artists in classical music, jazz, and ballet bring virtual audiences works of art intended to deepen thought.
With offices (sensibly) closing to stymie the spread of COVID-19, the privilege of working from home might seem sublime at first. But for people unaccustomed, the isolation, disrupted routines, and unfamiliar work style may take their toll. Check out four tips for mental self-care to employ should you find yourself working from a virtual office, cancelling plans, and pract...
What would happen if genetic sequencing were standard care for undiagnosed diseases? And how can we ensure that the future of genomics benefits everyone, not just the one percent?
When endeavoring to stay informed about a 2020 campaign landscape that features dozens of candidates, it can be tempting to rely on political polling as a shortcut to news-gathering.
Alex Honnold's successful free solo of El Capitan is a remarkable triumph of humankind in collaboration with nature. But let's be careful about what lessons we take away from it.
The divide between targeted values-based approaches and broad-based efforts remains a fascinating reflection of the tensions inherent in Trump-era women’s organizing.
Zuckerberg believes government regulation of social media platforms is the best way to handle the complex moral decisions private companies are trying to make on their own.
Valerie Jarrett shares advice on stepping out of your comfort zone, her favorite memories from inside the White House, and how we can empower women and working families.
An expert on the National Health Service says the reason America doesn't have universal coverage might be a difference in mindset.
The Aspen Ideas Festival team is proud to showcase the diverse writing of our speakers. Their books will be highlighted in talks at the Festival and available at the campus bookstore. See which authors will also be doing signings by checking out the Wine and Sign Author Book Signings (during Aspen Ideas: Health) and Meet the Author: Book Signings and Conversation (during A...
Which countries are doing the most harm to democracy? And why is the United States struggling to maintain a healthy democratic system?