Anchor of The Situation Room with Wolf Blitzer ; Emmy Award-Winning Journalist; CNN Senior White House Correspondent

One of the most insightful journalists in America today, Wolf Blitzer draws on his unique international breadth of experience and depth of understanding when discussing the issues facing Washington and the world today.

Lead Singer of U2; Co-Founder of DATA (Debt, AIDS, Trade, Africa)

Bono uses his rock star status to raise awareness about the crises in Africa: unpayable debts, uncontrolled spread of AIDS, and the unfair trade rules which keep Africans poor. In 2002, Bono co-founded DATA (Debt, AIDS, Trade, Africa) to raise public awareness of the issues in its name, and influence government policy on Africa. On behalf of DATA, Bono has lobbied U.S. Presidents and Congressional leaders, along with the heads of many other G8 nations. DATA is a founding member of the One Campaign to make poverty history, which is part of a global network of millions of people campaigning against extreme poverty.

National Security Advisor to President Jimmy Carter; Awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom for American-Chinese Relations; Author of Second Chance: Three Presidents and the Crisis of American Superpower

Dr. Zbigniew Brzezinski uses his experiences as an international advisor to multi-national corporations to address the most important international issues facing businesses today.

Co-Author of the Much Heralded Book, Connected: The Surprising Power of Our Social Networks and How They Shape Our Lives ; Physician and Social Scientist expert in Healthcare and in Social Networks; Professor in the Departments of Health Care Policy, Medicine, and Sociology at Harvard

Dr. Nicholas Christakis is a professor at Harvard University and Harvard Medical School who has done groundbreaking research on social networks. He is the co-author of the fantastic new book, Connected: The Surprising Power of Our Social Networks. His startling findings present intriguing new evidence that our real-life social networks shape virtually every aspect of our lives. How we feel, whom we marry, whether we fall ill, how much money we make, and whether we vote -- everything hinges on what others around us are doing, thinking, and feeling. Connected shows that our world is governed by the Three Degrees Rule -- we influence and are influenced by people up to three degrees removed from us, most of whom we do not even know. Named one of the 100 most influential people in the world last year by Time Magazine, Dr. Christakis was also recently listed on Foreign Policy’s Top 100 Global Thinkers list and his work has appeared on the front pages of The New York Times, The Washington Post, the LA Times, Chicago Tribune, USA Today, and other major media, repeatedly in the past three years. View his recent TED TALK!

Founder, The William J. Clinton Foundation; 42^nd President of the United States of America

Bill Clinton was elected President of the United States in 1992, and again in 1996—the first Democratic president to be awarded a second term in six decades. President Clinton’s core values of building community, creating opportunity, and demanding responsibility resulted in unprecedented progress for America.

Emmy Award-Winning Journalist; News Anchor, NBC’s Today Show; Anchor, Dateline NBC

News anchor and esteemed journalist Ann Curry, of NBC’s Today, is one of the most visible and personable female broadcasters in America. Her belief in the power of knowledge and the importance of service echo through her work, allowing her to impact millions of lives daily.

Bestselling Author, FREAKONOMICS and SUPERFREAKONOMICS; FREAKONOMICS Spent Over 2 Years on The New York Times Bestseller List, With More Than 4 Million Copies Sold Worldwide; The Popular FREAKONOMICS Blog is Hosted Exclusively on The New York Times Website

Stephen Dubner is a co-author of FREAKONOMICS, the No. 1 business book that hit the bestseller lists on its first day in print and continues to be phenomenally popular in the U.S., Europe, Canada, and around the world. FREAKONOMICS has introduced to the world a new way of thinking – a way of getting beneath the surface of modern life – and the title itself has become a catchphrase spoken everywhere from college campuses to corporate boardrooms. The book has won numerous awards and is now being made into a TV show and a documentary film; its way of thinking also lives on the popular FREAKONOMICS blog, which has been called “the most readable economics blog in the universe,” and is hosted exclusively on the The New York Times website.

SUPERFREAKONOMICS, the highly anticipated follow-up to FREAKONOMICS was released on October 20, 2009. SUPERFREAKONOMICS offers an entirely new set of lessons to be learned. The book delves into the biggest issues of our time, such as healthcare, terrorism, global warming, the current financial crisis, and much more. A full-blown media and book tour will begin in October and Stephen Dubner, along with co-author Steven Levitt, will be featured on some of the nation's most watched programs, such as Good Morning America, 20/20, Charlie Rose,  and many more, as everyone wants to hear what new wisdom will be revealed in SUPERFREAKONOMICS!

Chairman and CEO of Forbes Media; Editor-in-Chief of Forbes Magazine; Republican Candidate for President, 1996 and 2000

As Chairman and CEO of Forbes Inc. and Editor-in-Chief of Forbes Magazine, Steve Forbes is front and center on the economic challenges that we all face. Making frequent appearances on CNN, MSNBC, and Fox News, Mr. Forbes has become the voice of calm in these turbulent economic times.

Co-Author of the Much Heralded Book, Connected: The Surprising Power of Our Social Networks and How They Shape Our Lives ; Harvard PhD and Expert on Social Networks, Behavioral Economics and Genopolitics

A new kind of social scientist and an expert on the power of social networks, Dr. James H. Fowler is an internationally recognized scholar whose work lies at the intersection of the natural and social sciences. Dr. James Fowler melds the social with the biological, pushing the boundaries of his field to discover, for example, that smoking, obesity, and happiness spread within social networks, and that genes affect voting behavior. Dr. Fowler is the co-author of the bestselling book, Connected: The Surprising Power of Our Social Networks and How They Shape Our Lives, which reveals the dynamics of social networks and presents compelling evidence for our profound influence on one another's tastes, health, wealth, happiness, beliefs, even weight, as he explains how social networks shape our lives. Winner of the prestigious Guggenheim Fellowship(2010), his research has been covered in more than 2,000 media outlets worldwide, including CBS Evening News, NBC Nightly News, Good Morning America, Today, PBS Newshour, The Colbert Report, and appeared on the front pages of The New York Times, Washington Post, Chicago Tribune, Boston Globe, Los Angeles Times, and USA Today, as well as being featured in several end-of-year lists such as New York Times Magazine's Year in Ideas, TIME's Year in Medicine (twice), and Harvard Business Review's Breakthrough Business Ideas of the Year.

View a video of Dr. Fowler's PopTech talk or his appearance on The Colbert Report or a special Wall Street Journal video on how social networks affect our economy.

President of Mexico, 2000-2006

A visionary leader with a deep understanding of the economic and social challenges facing Latin America, President Vicente Fox is one of the world’s most important voices on the contemporary geopolitical landscape and the role of business in the developing world.

CNN INTERVIEW: President Fox addresses the escalating drug violence in Mexico.

Internationally Bestselling Authors of FREAKONOMICS and SUPERFREAKONOMICS; FREAKONOMICS Spent Over 2 Years on The New York Times Bestseller List, With More Than 4 Million Copies Sold Worldwide; Steven Levitt and Stephen Dubner's Popular FREAKONOMICS Blog is Hosted Exclusively on The New York Times Website

Steven Levitt and Stephen Dubner are the much heralded authors of the internationally bestselling book FREAKONOMICS and the highly anticipated follow-up SUPERFREAKONOMICS. The Freakonomics Phenomenon has put this dynamic duo at the top of meeting planners lists across the globe. Dazzling audiences with their wry and unconventional insights, Levitt and Dubner offer story after story, with research backing each theory, that address ways to create behavior change and show what incentives work and don't work.

Assistant to President George W. Bush for Policy & Strategic Planning, 2005-2006; Assistant to the President for Speechwriting and Policy Advisor, 2002-2005; Washington Post Op-Ed Columnist; Former Senior Fellow, U.S. Council on Foreign Relations; Senior Research Fellow, Center on Faith & International Affairs at the Institute for Global Engagement

Michael Gerson has been called one of President Bush’s most trusted advisors, the most influential presidential speechwriter in almost a half-century and the conscience of the White House. As a senior administration official who has participated in some of the most important events of recent history, he brings a broad perspective, and strong and informed views, to the political and policy debates of the day.

Long-standing champions of health care reform, Howard Dean and Bill Frist engage in a lively debate on  the necessity and challenges ahead for one of the Obama administration’s top priorities: tackling health care reform.

Former Presidential candidates Fred Thompson and Howard Dean face off  in a rousing program on the issues of the day, including healthcare reform, the stimulus plan, foreign policy, the future of American politics and more.

Karen Hughes and Howard Dean face off in a rousing program on the major domestic and foreign policy issues of the day, including healthcare reform, the stimulus plan, foreign policy, political commentary and more.

Author, The Art of Choosing; S.T. Lee Professor of Business in the Management Division of the Columbia Business School

Author of The Art of Choosing, Dr. Sheena Iyengar's research has appeared in Fortune, Time Magazine, The New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, National Public Radio, and in popular books including The Paradox of Choice by Barry Schwartz. Malcolm Gladwell cites her research in his bestseller, Blink, and says, "No one asks better questions, or comes up with more intriguing answers." She has taught on a wide variety of topics at Columbia business school, including leadership, decision making, creativity, and globalization.

VIDEO SPOTLIGHT! Click here to preview a clip from Sheena's TED Talk about how names affect choice; Click here to watch Sheena's 20min presentation at TEDxEAST on The Art of Choosing;  and Watch her recent interview on the Wall Street Journal Report with Maria Bartiromo.

U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations, 2007-2009 ; Ambassador to Iraq, 2005-2007 ; Ambassador to Afghanistan, 2003-2005

Praised for his inclusive tactics, convivial style, and result oriented approach, Ambassador Zalmay Khalilzad’s record in the most turbulent areas of U.S. foreign policy has earned him broad respect throughout the world. Serving as the 26th United States Ambassador to the United Nations, he dealt with extraordinary global issues during one of the most challenging periods in our history, including the recent Russia-Georgia conflict and the Mumbai terror attacks. He is the highest-ranking Muslim in U.S. Government in United States history. Previously, he served as U.S. Ambassador to Afghanistan and U.S. Ambassador to Iraq, where he played a significant role in facilitating both countries’ constitutions, elections and formation of government. In Iraq, he was instrumental in getting the Sunni Arabs to participate in the political process and move away from al-Qaeda. Ambassador Khalilzad’s first-hand knowledge and experience as a statesman in these important hotspots at this crucial juncture in time give him unparalleled insights into the global issues of security, terror, extremism, state building, peace negotiation, and energy.

President of Poland, 1995-2005; Co-Founder of the Social Democratic Party; Distinguished Scholar in the Practice of Global Leadership, Georgetown University, 2006

One of the most influential political figures to come out of Eastern Europe since the fall of communism, President Aleksander Kwasniewski is a powerful voice in the debate over the economic and political future of the former Eastern Bloc nations, including Russia and Poland; the political and economic success of these emerging democracies; and such relevant issues as energy reserves and oil.

Editor-in-Chief, Haaretz, 2004-2008; Political analyst and commentator; Correspondent, The Economist; Author of a forthcoming biography on Ariel Sharon, and Piety and Power – The World of Jewish Fundamentalism; Collaboration with Israel’s President, Shimon Peres, on Peres’ memoirs, Battling for Peace

David Landau is something of a rare bird: on the left politically; on the right religiously – and this makes for unfailingly lively, original and thought-provoking presentations and discussions whenever he speaks in public. Landau lectures widely, and appears frequently on the BBC and on U.S. and Canadian networks as a commentator on Israeli politics and society. His long career in journalism give him authoritative insight into Israel’s past and present. In his lectures, Landau speaks knowledgeably, insightfully and provocatively on the challenges and predicaments facing Israel and the Jewish People.

Bestselling Author, FREAKONOMICS and SUPERFREAKONOMICS; FREAKONOMICS Spent Over 2 Years on The New York Times Bestseller List, With More Than 4 Million Copies Sold Worldwide; The Popular FREAKONOMICS Blog is Hosted Exclusively on The New York Times Website

Co-Author of the Phenomenal Bestselling Business Book FREAKONOMICS, and Winner of the highly esteemed John Bates Clark Medal, as the most influential economist in America under the age of 40, Steven D. Levitt not only discusses the financial crisis in simple terms that anyone can understand, he also works with businesses to apply his FREAKONOMICS approach (combining data, economic theory, and unorthodox thinking) to the business world.

SUPERFREAKONOMICS, the highly anticipated follow-up to FREAKONOMICS was released on October 20, 2009. SUPERFREAKONOMICS offers an entirely new set of lessons to be learned. The book will delve into the biggest issues of our time, such as healthcare, terrorism, global warming, the current financial crisis, and much more. A full-blown media and book tour will begin in October and Steven Levitt, along with co-author Stephen Dubner, will be featured on some of the nation's most watched programs, such as Good Morning America, 20/20, Charlie Rose,  and many more, as everyone wants to hear what new wisdom will be revealed in SUPERFREAKONOMICS!

2004 Nobel Peace Laureate; Founder, The Green Belt Movement; Visiting Fellow at Yale University’s Global Institute for Sustainable Forestry

In 2004 Dr. Maathai was awarded the prestigious Nobel Peace Prize for her “contribution to sustainable development, democracy and peace,” stemming from her work on community empowerment and environmental conservation. She is the first African woman to receive this prestigious award.

International Bestselling Author, The Trouble with Islam Today: A Muslim's Call for Reform in Her Faith; Acclaimed PBS Filmmaker, Faith Without Fear; Director, Moral Courage Project at New York University; Columnist, New York Times Syndicate; The Signature Voice of the Obama Generation

Irshad Manji, Bestselling Author of The Trouble with Islam Today: A Muslim’s Call for Reform in Her Faith and Professor of Leadership at New York University, is a signature voice of the Obama generation— global in outlook, practical in approach and dedicated to finding common ground in a fractured world. She has transformed her personal journey into a riveting story that helps others to live with courage. Through her Moral Courage Project at NYU, Prof. Manji is teaching a new generation of global citizens to challenge conformity, even at the price of backlash. Her inspiring message: Any of us can change the world by daring to ask questions -- out loud. Whether addressing corporations, congregations, or colleges, Irshad Manji gives game-changing guidance that individuals can take away and apply to their lives. She does it all with personality, passion and humor.

Former President of NARAL Pro-Choice America

For nearly 20 years, she served as President of NARAL Pro-Choice America, catapulting the organization to prominence as the nation’s premier reproductive rights group. Under Kate’s leadership, NARAL Pro-Choice America transformed the political debate and positioned a woman’s freedom to choose as a fundamental American liberty.

Host of Top-Rated The O’Reilly Factor; Bestselling Author and Syndicated News Columnist

A journalist for more than 30 years, Bill O'Reilly is known for hard hitting, uncompromising No Spin reporting and analysis.

Hero of the High Seas; Captain of the Maersk Alabama, hijacked by Somali pirates; Author, A Captain’s Duty: Somali Pirates, Navy SEALs, and Dangerous Days at Sea

For five days in April 2009, the world was glued to their TV screens as Capt. Phillips became the center of an extraordinary international drama when he was captured by Somali pirates who hijacked his ship, the first hijacking of a US ship in more than 200 years. A "floating CEO" in charge of the day-to-day operations of a multi-million dollar ship, Captain Richard Phillips has a compelling story and valuable lessons for anyone involved in running a business today.

Political Analyst for ABC News; NPR Senior News Analyst; Former Co-Anchor, This Week with Sam Donaldson & Cokie Roberts

Long-time ABC Congressional Correspondent and leading political pundit, Cokie Roberts is one of the most esteemed and brilliant broadcast journalists of our time.

Co-authors of From This Day Forward

For Steve and Cokie Roberts, almost 40 years of marriage have been based on their commonalities rather than their differences. With wit and affection, they reflect on the lessons they’ve learned, sometimes the hard way, about communication, equality, money and love.

Leading Political Pundit; “One of the Top 50 Journalists,” Washingtonian Magazine

A well-known commentator and journalist for 40 years, Steve Roberts has covered some of the major events of our time.

Weatherman and Host of NBC’s Today Show; Host, Wake Up with Al on the Weather Channel; Bestselling Author; Multimedia Entrepreneur

Al Roker brings to the podium the same charisma and sense of humor that have propelled him to number one in Americans' hearts. Whether emceeing events or delivering a closing keynote, his ability to improvise and sling out his legendary one-liners are a huge hit with audiences.

Renowned Civil-Rights Leader

Rev. Al Sharpton is one of America’s most-renowned civil rights leaders. Sharpton’s strong commitment to equality and progressive politics has had an irrefutable impact on national politics.

Founder, Wikipedia; U.S. Internet Entrepreneur and Wiki Pioneer; One of TIME Magazine’s “100 Most Influential People”; Wikipedia: Ranked Among the Top Ten Most-Visited Web Sites Worldwide

“Imagine a world in which every single person on the planet is given free access to the sum of all human knowledge...To create and distribute a free encyclopedia of the highest possible quality to every single person on the planet in their own language-That’s who I am. That’s what I am doing. That’s my life goal.” -Jimmy Wales, founder of Wikipedia, was ranked 12th by Forbes Magazine in their first annual “Web Celeb 25” List and named one of TIME Magazine’s “100 Most Influential People.”

Wales created the first open-source online encyclopedia truly by the people and for the people. Wikipedia's articles have been written collaboratively by volunteers around the world, and nearly all of its articles can be edited by anyone with access to the Internet. Having steadily risen in popularity since its inception, Wikipedia currently ranks among the top ten most-visited web sites worldwide. In May 2008, Jimmy Wales co-chaired the annual World Economic Forum on the Middle East, the foremost global gathering of political, business and cultural leaders. In 2007, The World Economic Forum recognized Wales as one of its “Young Global Leaders.” This prestigious award acknowledges the top 250 young leaders across the world for their professional accomplishments, their commitment to society, and their potential to contribute to shaping the future of the world. In an address to the forum, Mr. Wales declared that the internet will act as a catalyst in the promotion of democracy. “We do not hear much from everyday people; the Internet can change that. It is going to change political dynamics.”

Authors of the Much Heralded Book, Connected: The Surprising Power of Our Social Networks and How They Shape Our Lives

NBC News Chief Legal Correspondent; Former Host, Verdict with Dan Abrams

Dan Abrams is chief legal correspondent for NBC News. Formerly, he was the host of MSNBC’s Verdict with Dan Abrams. Mr. Abrams specializes in legal analysis as he assesses right from wrong and determines the winners and losers in politics, law and pop culture.

Global Currency and Public Policy Strategist, BMO Capital Markets ; Financial Industry Expert ; Author; Contributor, CNBC

As a foreign exchange strategist with over twenty years of financial experience, Andrew Busch knows what it takes to make it in today’s dynamic market.

Futurist ; Author; Visionary Business Advisor

Recognized as “one of the top presenters in the 21st century” by Successful Meetings Magazine, Dr. Canton is a highly sought-after keynote presenter. He has spoken to thousands of organizations on five continents. He is noted for his fascinating, informative, dynamic and entertaining keynotes.

Host, Anderson Cooper 360º; Emmy Award-Winning Journalist; Bestselling Author, Dispatches from the Edges

A highly visible and acclaimed news journalist, Anderson Cooper is never lacking in provocative, strong opinions, always asking the questions that the public wants answered. A charming, insightful speaker, Mr. Cooper offers his insiders perspective of the news today.

Host, Catherine Crier Live; Award-Winning Journalist and New York Times Bestselling Author

Catherine Crier is Texas-bred independent with a spirited passion for justice. She authored The New York Times bestseller The Case Against Lawyers, and her newest book is Final Analysis: The Untold Story of the Susan Polk Murder Case. Her speaking engagements offer a mix of insights, analysis and practical instruction, all from her own unique perspective.

Celebrated Journalist; Creator and Host of the Award Winning Radio Series, Second Thoughts

As a journalist, radio personality and news anchorman, Mort Crim provides a positive perspective on a world persistently portrayed by the media as both negative and dangerous. He offers solid reasons for optimism and direction to a society that seems to have lost its compass and gives reasons for hope to a country that is anxious about its future. Using wit, humor and plain talk, Mort reminds his audience about what’s truly important in life.

Karen Hughes and Dee Dee Myers face off in a rousing program on the major domestic and foreign policy issues of the day, on the issues of the day, offering an insider's perspective on the White House as they address the challenges facing the New Administration, including healthcare reform, the stimulus plan, foreign policy, political commentary and more.

Karl Rove and Dee Dee Myers face off in a rousing program on the major domestic and foreign policy issues of the day, on the issues of the day, offering an insider's perspective on the White House as they address the challenges facing the New Administration, including healthcare reform, the stimulus plan, foreign policy, political commentary and more.

Myers: White House Press Secretary, 1993-1994; Cheney: High Profile Political Commentator

Liz Cheney and Dee Dee Myers face off in a rousing program on the major domestic and foreign policy issues of the day, offering an insider's perspective on the White House as they address the challenges facing the Obama Administration, including healthcare reform, the stimulus plan, foreign policy, political commentary and more.

Editor-in-Chief, Health Affairs; Analyst on Health, The NewsHour with Jim Lehrer

A noted journalist, Susan Dentzer brings expert analysis to the state of healthcare today, as well as her extensive experience reporting on every public and private healthcare trend in recent memory to present to audiences a complete and concise picture of where we’ve been, where we are headed and the potential economic and policy implications of the current proposals being considered.

Founder & CEO, Mandalay Entertainment

A passionate, humorous, and tireless motivator and speaker, Guber has dedicated himself to coaching current and future leaders about the importance of telling purposeful stories to propel their business success. Guber is the sponsor of e2e: A Day of Generosity, an annual conclave in which top business story telling experts and leaders share story telling best practices, brainstorm, and collaborate on bringing the MAGIC of telling purposeful stories to the people of enterprises everywhere.

Emmy Award-Winning Sportscaster

Considered one of the best hosts in sports television, Greg Gumbel’s standout work in the busy world of sports broadcasting has made his face, name and voice as familiar as any in the industry.

Social Media and Marketing Expert; Chief Marketing Officer & Vice President, Eastman Kodak Company, 2006-2010; Bestselling Author, The Mirror Test

Jeff Hayzlett characterizes big thinking. From creating innovative marketing strategies to appearing on NBC’s hit television show, Celebrity Apprentice with Donald Trump, Hayzlett reaches for the stars, in his career and personal life. Former Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) of the iconic Eastman Kodak Company, Hayzlett is a much sought-after speaker on topics ranging from worldwide business growth, communications, marketing, social networking and mobile marketing. He has become a "Celebrity CMO" according to Forbes Magazine, and organizations around the world are interested in the insights of this social media and marketing expert.

Medical Columnist & Health Editor for US News and World Report; Former Director of the National Institutes of Health

Dr. Healy makes nationwide speaking and media appearances about our most crucial health issues.

Liz Cheney- High Profile Political Commentator; Founder and Chairman, KeepAmericaSafe.com ; Governor Howard Dean- CNBC Contributor; Founder, Democracy for America

Two of the most outspoken voices in American politics, Howard Dean and Liz Cheney face off in a rousing program on the issues of the day, including healthcare, deficit spending, foreign policy and more.

Graham: Two-Time Governor of Florida, Three-Time U.S. Senator, 2004 Presidential Candidate; ; Rove: Former Deputy Chief of Staff and Senior Advisor to President George W. Bush, Author of Courage and Consequence, Fox News Contributor, and Wall Street Journal and Newsweek Columnist

Bob Graham and Karl Rove face off in a rousing program on the major domestic and foreign policy issues of the day, on the issues of the day, offering an insider's perspective on the White House as they address the challenges facing the Obama Administration, including the economy, healthcare, foreign policy, political commentary and more.

3-Time Republican Presidential Candidate

Alan Keyes' powerful conservative message resonates for Americans from all walks of life and every geographic region, who share his vision of a morally based government founded on the principles embodied in our nation's Declaration of Independence.

Technology Expert

Scott is a thought leader that specializes in helping leaders see the world in new ways. He has used innovation, velocity, and future vision to build his own companies, and to advise clients. He speaks to audiences across the market spectrum and never fails to send them home with at least three new ideas that can be applied right away. Scott is one of very few people that can translate where technology and trends are going with a high level of flair. It is also rare to find someone that has his combination of both "over the horizon" vision, and "in the trenches" experience. He is about TRANSFORMING, not informing.

President, Luntz Research Companies; One of the four “Top Research Minds,” Business Week; One of the “50 of America’s most promising leaders aged 40 and under,” Time; Author, Words That Work

One of the most honored communication professionals in America today, Frank Luntz has become the go-to consultant when Fortune 100 companies need communication and language guidance. More media outlets have turned to Dr. Luntz to understand the hopes and fears of Americans than to any other political pollster.

Deep-Sea Explorer; Leader of Titanic Expeditions

Dr. Joe MacInnis is a medical doctor who studies leadership and teamwork in life-threatening environments from the deep ocean to outer space. He’s led thirty expeditions under the Atlantic, Pacific and Arctic Oceans including the first team of scientists to dive under the ice at the North Pole. His latest passion and project is working with fellow deep sea enthusiasts like “Titanic” director James Cameron to map out and execute new strategies for dealing with the Gulf Oil Spill and the spreading environmental disaster, and to put in place future plans and procedures so that we are never again faced with a crisis like this.

Highest Rated Public Affairs Program on Television

With fast-paced banter and bombastic commentary, the McLaughlin Group cuts to the chase of today's political issues, shredding Washingtonian jargon and strategy to its basic, understandable elements.

Anchor, MSNBC's The Andrea Mitchell Hour; NBC News' Chief Foreign Affairs Correspondent

With a Washington insider’s perspective, Andrea Mitchell deftly examines global conflicts, foreign policy and international leaders, adding insight into political issues that resonate globally.  

Emmy Award-Winning Anchor

After gaining years of experience with numerous broadcast positions for CBS, veteran journalist and two-time Emmy award-winner Deborah Norville is credited with bringing new strength and respect to the syndicated news magazine Inside Edition, which she has hosted since 1995.

Director of the Middle East Forum; Board Member of the U.S. Institute of Peace; Prizewinning Columnist, New York Sun and Jerusalem Post

Daniel Pipes was one of the few analysts who understood the threat of militant Islam ("Unnoticed by most Westerners," he wrote in 1995, "war has been unilaterally declared on Europe and the United States"). The Boston Globe writes that "If Pipes' admonitions had been heeded, there might never have been a 9/11." The Wall Street Journal has called him "an authoritative commentator on the Middle East." MSNBC describes him as one of the best-known "Mideast policy luminaries."

MSNBC Political Correspondent

Ron Reagan has parlayed his unique political perspective as presidential son and Washington insider into insightful analysis for MSNBC. In addition he lends a passionate and knowledgeable voice to the subject of embryonic stem cell research.

Actress; Social Activist ; Singer

In addition to being know as a multiple Emmy and Golden Globe Award nominated actress, Gloria Reuben is dedicated to advocating for several causes. Gloria is successful on the speaking circuit, where her focus is on the environment, HIV/AIDS, human rights, women’s issues and the arts. She has also become a fixture in Washington, D.C. where she has been lobbying for these causes.

Correspondent for ABC News' 20/20

An award winning correspondent for ABC News’ 20/20, Deborah Roberts is a versatile and highly respected journalist with a broad range of expertise. Ms. Roberts speaks from experience, amassed over her fifteen-year career covering vital stories around the world.

Anchor and Executive Editor, Charlie Rose; Correspondent, 60 Minutes

Emmy Award-winning journalist Charlie Rose has been praised as one of television’s premier interviewers. Mr. Rose is bright and engaging, serious yet approachable. A popular speaker on a wide variety of subjects and a frequent moderator of panels, the Associated Press hails Mr. Rose for, “Combining big-city polish with down-home hospitality to make a captivating host.”

Expert, Social Security and Retirement; Chairman of CarriageOaks Partners LLC

Perhaps the most trusted voice on Social Security and retirement finance reform both in the United States and many other regions of the world, William Shipman enlightens audiences on a potential crisis of international proportions that is going largely unnoticed. The rapid increase of the elderly population, combined with support systems that are unprepared to handle this unprecedented shift, have put our living standards, international strategic relationships and our very way of life in jeopardy.

Recipient of the 2001 Nobel Prize in Economics; Chief Economist and Senior Vice-President, The World Bank, 1997-2000; Chairman, U.S. Council of Economic Advisors, 1995-1996; Professor, Columbia Business School, Graduate School of Arts and Sciences (Department of Economics) and the School of International and Public Affairs

Recognized around the world as a leading economic educator, Joseph Stiglitz has written textbooks that have been translated into more than a dozen languages. His book, Three Trillion Dollar War, discusses the true cost of the war in Iraq.  Dr. Stiglitz is now University Professor at Columbia University in New York.

Host, Stossel, on Fox Business

Nineteen-time Emmy-Winner John Stossel is a highly respected journalist, a New York Times bestselling author, and was hailed by The Dallas Morning News as "the most consistently thought provoking TV reporter of our time."

Pulitzer Prize-Winning Journalist; Bestselling Author: The Way of the World (2008), The One Percent Doctrine: Deep Inside America’s Pursuit of its Enemies since 9/11 (2006), Price of Loyalty (2004) and A Hope in the Unseen (1998)

With a deft gift for conveying the most complex stories in the most compelling ways, Ron Suskind has spent his career chronicling America’s social and political landscape. Mr. Suskind brings this gift to the podium speaking articulately and with insight about our world today. Whether addressing terrorism, social topics or political and leadership topics, Ron Suskind’s sharp eye offers lecture audiences an unparalleled look behind the headlines.

Co-host, “The Fred Thompson Show” ; Political Commentator; Columnist, The American Spectator

Jeri Thompson is the co-host of "The Fred Thompson Show," along side her husband, Fred Thompson.  She is a political commentator and a columnist for The American Spectator.

Former Host, Paula Zahn Now ; Emmy Award Winning Broadcast Journalist

Seven-time Emmy Award Winner and former CNN host, Paula Zahn is one of broadcast journalism’s most direct, insightful and intelligent figures.