Authors of Inspiration

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Huma Abedin

  • Chief of Staff to Hillary Clinton; Contributor, MSNBC; Board Member, Vital Voices; NYT Bestselling Author, 'BOTH/AND: A Life in Many Worlds'
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Luvvie Ajayi Jones

  • 4x NYT Bestselling Author, Leadership Speaker, Founder of The Book Academy & Book Coach
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Dylan Alcott

  • Paralympian, Disability Advocate, Philanthropist, & Former Australian of the Year
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Tim Allen

  • Famed Actor, Comedian, and NYT Bestselling Author
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Julie Andrews

  • Legendary Award-Winning Actress and Singer, Author, and Humanitarian
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Aziz Ansari

  • Award-Winning Actor, Director, Writer and Comedian; NYT Bestselling Author of 'Modern Romance'
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Steve Aoki

  • Internationally Renowned DJ, Entrepreneur, Author, and Futurist on Intersection of Music & Technology
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Brooke Baldwin

  • Fmr. Host CNN Newsroom; Leader on Finding Your Authentic Voice; WSJ Bestselling Author of 'Huddle' on Women's Empowerment at Work
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Vanessa Bayer

  • Emmy-Nominated Comedian and Actor on 'SNL', Children's Book Author, and Cancer Survivor and Award-Winning Advocate
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Brian Michael Bendis

  • Legendary Award-Winning Comics Creator, NYT Bestselling Author, and Hollywood Producer
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Bobby Berk

  • Interior Design Expert, Author, and Emmy-Nominated TV Host of Netflix's 'Queer Eye'
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Nate Berkus

  • Award-Winning Interior Designer, Entrepreneur, & Media Personality
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Gabrielle Bernstein

  • Spiritual Teacher; Podcast Host, 'Dear Gabby'; 6x #1 NYT Bestselling Author: 'Self Help', 'The Universe Has Your Back', & More
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Dr. Jill Biden

  • First Lady of the United States (2021-2025), Second Lady of the United States (2009-2017)
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Selma Blair

  • Acclaimed Actress: 'Legally Blonde,' 'Cruel Intentions,' & 'Hellboy,' Disability Advocate
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James Blake

  • Legendary Tennis Player, New York Times Bestselling Author, and Philanthropist
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Tom Brady

  • Seven-Time Super Bowl Champion, Serial Entrepreneur, and New York Times #1 Bestselling Author
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Blair Braverman

  • Dogsledder & Adventurer; Author of 'Welcome to the Goddamn Ice Cube' & 'Small Game'
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Erin Brockovich

  • Iconic Environmental Activist & Consumer Advocate
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Alton Brown

  • Chef, Food Scientist & Television Personality; Creator/Host of Food Network's 'Good Eats'
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Daniel James Brown

  • Historian; NYT Bestselling Author: 'Boys in the Boat', 'Facing the Mountain', & More
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Mack Brown

  • College Football Analyst and Renowned NCAA Football Coach
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Mika Brzezinski

  • Celebrated Commentator and Co-Host of 'Morning Joe', Founder of Know Your Value, and NYT Bestselling Author
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Cheryl Burke

  • Professional Dancer and Two-Time Winner of 'Dancing with the Stars', Podcaster, Entrepreneur, and Advocate
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LeVar Burton

  • Actor, Writer, Director, & Producer Best Known for 'Reading Rainbow,' 'Roots,' & 'Star Trek'; Podcast Host: 'LeVar Burton Reads'; Author of 'Aftermath', 'The Rhino Who Swallowed a Storm', & 'A Kids Book About Imagination'
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Nicole Byer

  • Actress, Comedian, and Writer; Host of Netflix's Emmy Award-Nominated 'Nailed It', Podcaster, and Author
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Julian Castro

  • Political Analyst, NBC News & MSNBC; Fmr. Mayor of San Antonio; Fmr. Secretary of Housing & Urban Development
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Kristin Cavallari

  • CEO and Founder of Uncommon James Lifestyle Brand, Three-Time New York Times Bestselling Author, and TV Personality and Host
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John Cena

  • Actor, Producer, Author, Philanthropist, and WWE Superstar
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David Chang

  • Award-Winning Chef, Restaurateur, and Founder of Momofuku
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Rex Chapman

  • NBA Veteran, Author of 'It's Hard for Me to Live with Me: A Memoir', Host of the 'Owned' Podcast
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Nathan Chen

  • 2022 Olympic Gold Medalist and Three-Time World Figure Skating Champion
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Margaret Cho

  • Comedian, Musician, Advocate, Entrepreneur, and Artist
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Gotham Chopra

  • Co-Founder of Religion of Sports, Documentary Filmmaker, Producer, and Author
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Mallika Chopra

  • CEO of Chopra Global, Media Entrepreneur, Bestselling Author, and Mindfulness Expert
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Chelsea Clinton

  • Vice Chair of Clinton Foundation, #1 NYT Bestselling Author, Advocate, and Public Health Expert
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Lily Cole

  • Environmental Activist, Award-Winning Filmmaker, and Author of 'Who Cares Wins'
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Tom Colicchio

  • Award-Winning Chef and Restaurateur, TV Personality, Author, and James Beard Foundation "Outstanding Chef"
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Dr. Francis S. Collins

  • 16th Director of the NIH, Led the Human Genome Project, and NYT Bestselling Author
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Scott Conant

  • Renowned Chef and Restauranteur, TV Personality and Host of Food Network's 'Chopped', and Cookbook Author
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Helene Cooper

  • Pulitzer Prize-Winning Journalist and New York Times Bestselling Author
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Sarah Cooper

  • Comedian, Digital Star, and Bestselling Author
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Kendall Coyne Schofield

  • "Fastest Woman in Hockey," Captain of the US Women's National Hockey Team, Olympic Medalist, and Author
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Dapper Dan

  • Legendary Fashion Entrepreneur; Tailor; NYT Bestselling Author: 'Dapper Dan: Made in Harlem'
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Linsey Davis

  • Host & Radio Correspondent, ‘World News Tonight Sunday’ & ‘ABC News Live Prime’
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Wendy Davis

  • Texas State Senator (2009-2015); Founder of Deeds Not Words, non-profit for women's empowerment
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Felicia Day

  • Producer, Actress, TV Writer, and Award-Winning Web Series Creator, NYT Bestselling Author, and Advocate for Diversity in Tech
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Alexis deBoschnek

  • Chef and Recipe Developer, Host of 'Chef Out of Water', and Author
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Jessie James Decker

  • Singer-Songwriter, TV Personality, Entrepreneur, and 2x NYT Bestselling Author
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Liza Donnelly

  • Award-Winning Cartoonist for The New Yorker and Author/Editor of 18 Books
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Jordan Lee Dooley

  • Author, Creative Business Educator, Founder of The Own It Academy, and Podcaster
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Simon Doonan

  • Author, Cultural Commentator, and TV Personality
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Glennon Doyle

  • Activist; NYT Bestselling Author: 'Untamed' & more; Podcast Host; 'We Can Do Hard Things'
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Pamela Druckerman

  • Journalist, International Bestselling Author of 'Bringing Up Bébé', and Contributor to Financial Times, The Economist, and The New York Times
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Sara Evans

  • Multi-Platinum Country Recording Artist, TV Personality, and Author
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Craig Ferguson

  • Emmy Award-Winning Comedian Actor, Writer, Producer
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Tina Fey

  • Award-Winning Actor, Writer, and Producer; NYT #1 Bestselling Author of 'Bossypants,' and Recipient of the Mark Twain Prize
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Guy Fieri

  • Award-Winning Chef and Restaurateur, TV Personality, NYT Bestselling Author, and Philanthropist
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Antwone Fisher

  • Award-Winning Screenwriter, Director, and Producer; New York Times Bestselling Author of 'Finding Fish', and Child Rights Advocate
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Bill Frist

  • U.S. Senator (R-TN) and Senate Majority Leader, Transplant Surgeon & Physician, and Chairman of Nature Conservancy's Global Board
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Nikki and Brie Garcia

  • Famed Former WWE Superstars, WWE Hall of Fame Inductees, NYT Bestselling Authors, Entrepreneurs, and Philanthropists
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Tamar Geller

  • Famed Dog Trainer and Behavior Expert; New York Times Bestselling Author of The Loved Dog
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Glennon Doyle & Abby Wambach

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Whoopi Goldberg

  • EGOT Award-Winning Actress & Comedian; Moderator, ABC's 'The View'; U.N. Goodwill Ambassador
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Brandon Kyle Goodman

  • Writer and Actor, Netflix's 'Big Mouth' and 'Human Resources', Podcaster and Host, "Tell Me Something Messy", "RE!CAP", Author, "You Gotta Be You", "Messy Mondays" on Substack, Advocate for Mental Health Awareness, Relationship Health, Identity, and Sexual Wellness
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Amanda Gorman

  • First-Ever U.S.A. Youth Poet Laureate; #1 NYT Bestselling Author: 'Change Signs' & more
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Brian Grazer

  • Academy, Golden Globe, Emmy, and Grammy Award-Winning Producer; Co-Founder and Chairman of Imagine Entertainment, New York Times Bestselling Author
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Kevin Griffin

  • Frontman for Better Than Ezra, Founder of the Pilgrimage Music and Cultural Festival, Philanthropist, and Author of 'The Greatest Song'
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Eden Grinshpan

  • Chef, Host of 'Top Chef Canada', Author, and Entrepreneur
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Alex Guarnaschelli

  • Renowned Chef-Owner of Butter; TV Personality ('Top Food'); Culinary Innovator
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Dr. Elisa Hallerman, PhD, JD

  • Fmr. Media Executive; Founder, Recovery Management Agency; Author: 'Soulbriety'
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Chelsea Handler

  • Award Winning Comedian & Trailblazer in Late-Night TV with "Chelsea Lately"; Host & Creator: 'Dear Chelsea' Podcast; 7x NYT Bestselling Author: 'Are You There, Vodka? It’s Me, Chelsea,' 'Uganda Be Killing Me,' & more
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Phil Hanley

  • Stand-Up Comedian, Writer, and Actor Using Dyslexia & ADHD to Creative Advantage
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Dan Harris

  • Murrow & Emmy Award-Winning Journalist; #1 NYT Bestselling Author: '10% Happier'; Podcast Host: '10% Happier'
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Dr. Jessica B. Harris

  • Leading Authority on Food of the African Diaspora, Culinary Historian, NYT Bestselling Author, James Beard Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient
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Kevin Hart

  • Superstar Comedian and Actor, Entertainment Mogul, and NYT Bestselling Author of 'I Can't Make This Up'
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Jen Hatmaker

  • Host, 'For the Love' Podcast; 4x NYT Bestselling Author: 'Fierce, Free, & Full of Fire' & More
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Jemele Hill

  • Emmy Award-Winning Journalist, Co-Founder of Lodge Freeway Media, Contributing Writer for The Atlantic
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Sunny Hostin

  • 5x Emmy Award-Winning Co-Host of ABC’s “The View,” and  NYT  Best-Selling Author
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Quiara Alegría Hudes

  • Pulitzer & Tony-Winning Musical Playwright; Author of 'In the Heights'
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Karen Hughes

  • One of the World's Foremost Communication Strategists, PRWeek Hall of Famer, and Counselor to President Bush
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Robert Irvine

  • World-Class Chef, Host of 'Restaurant: Impossible', Author, and Royal Navy Veteran and Advocate for Veterans' Issues
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Stephanie Izard

  • Award-Winning Chef, Restauranteur, Entrepreneur, and Author
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Laura Lynne Jackson

  • Teacher, Practicing Psychic Medium, and NYT Bestselling Author of 'Signs' and 'The Light Between Us'
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Richie Jackson

  • Award-Winning Broadway, Television, and Film Producer, Author, Columnist, and LGBTQ Activist
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Dr. Mae Jemison

  • First African American Woman in Space; Founder: The Jemison Group & BioSentient Corp; Stem Equity Advocate
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Jimmie Johnson

  • LEGACY MOTOR CLUB Co-Owner, 7x NASCAR Champion, NASCAR Champion & Member of Hall of Fame
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Ashley Judd

  • Actress, Activist, UN Messenger of Peace; Author of 'All That is Bitter and Sweet,' a Memoir on Mental Health, Resilience, & Recovery
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Lucy Kalanithi

  • Physician; Patient Advocate; Presenter of #1 NYT Bestseller 'When Breath Becomes Air'
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Sam Kass

  • Former White House Chef and Senior Policy Advisor for Nutrition, Author, Founder, and Venture Partner
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Brian Kelly

  • Founder of The Points Guy, Viral Travel and Lifestyle Influencer, Advocate for Travel as a Force of Global Good
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Ellie Kemper

  • Emmy Award-Nominated Actress, Comedian, and Author
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Phil Keoghan

  • Multi Emmy Award-Winning Host and Co-Executive Producer of 'The Amazing Race', Creator and Host of 'Tough As Nails', and Author
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David Kessler

  • Foremost Expert on Grief &Healing, #1 NYT Bestselling Author, & Founder of Grief.com
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Billie Jean King

  • Sports Icon, Equality Pioneer, and New York Times Bestselling Author
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Amanda Knox

  • Exoneree & Criminal Justice Reform Advocate; Host of 'Labrynths' Podcast; NYT Bestselling Author of 'Waiting to Be Heard' & 'Free'
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Jana Kramer

  • Actress & Singer: 'One Tree Hill,' 'Friday Night Lights,' '90210,' and 'Entourage'; Podcast Host: 'Whine Down'; NYT Bestselling Author: 'The Good Fight'
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Emeril Lagasse

  • Famed Chef and Restauranteur, TV Personality, New York Times Bestselling Author, and Philanthropist
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Steve Leder

  • Senior Rabbi of The Wilshire Boulevard Temple and NYT Bestselling Author
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Kai Lenny

  • Professional Kite Surfer, Windsurfer, and Surfing Hall of Fame Inductee
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Chris Licht

  • Former CEO & Chairman for CNN; Veteran EP of Critically Acclaimed News Shows; Author: 'What I Learned When I Almost Died'
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Hadassah Lieberman

  • Inspiring Speaker on Issues of Health, Women & Judaism
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LL COOL J

  • Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Inductee; Host, 'Rock the Bells Radio'; Founder, Jump & Ball Community Camp
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Carli Lloyd

  • U.S. Women's National Soccer Team Legend: 2x Olympic Gold Medal, 2x World Cup Champion; NYT bestselling author: 'When Nobody Was Watching'
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Stacy London

  • Style Expert, Former Host of 'What Not to Wear', NYT Bestselling Author, and CEO of State Of Menopause
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Eva Longoria

  • Award-Winning Actress, Producer, and Director; Founder of Casa Del Sol Tequila, and Philanthropist
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Mario Lopez

  • Actor; Emmy-Winning TV & Radio Host, 'Access Hollywood'; Philanthropist
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Rob Lowe

  • Hollywood Actor, Producer,& Director; NYT Bestselling Author, 'Stories I Only Tell My Friends' & 'Love Life,' Stories on Cancer, Resilience & Sobriety
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Jon Macks

  • Award-Winning Comedy Writer, Speechwriter, and Political Consultant
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Sanna Marin

  • Former Prime Minister & Head of Government of Finland (2019-2023)
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Matty Matheson

  • Internationally Recognized Chef, Entrepreneur, Host of 'Just a Dash', and 2x NYT Bestselling Cookbook Author
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Martina McBride

  • Award-Winning Country Singer-Songwriter, TV Personality, Cookbook Author, and Philanthropist
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Matthew McConaughey

  • Academy Award-Winning Actor, NYT #1 Bestselling Author, and Philanthropist
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Meghan, Duchess of Sussex

  • Women's Rights Advocate, Co-Founder of Archewell, Host of 'Archetypes' Podcast, and Author of NYT Bestselling Children's Book 'The Bench'
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John R. Miles

  • Founder of Passion Struck®, Award-Winning Podcaster, and Author
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The Minimalists

  • Lifestyle Pioneers; Hosts, 'The Minimalists Podcast'; NYT Bestselling Authors of 'Everything That Remains', 'Minimalism', & 'Essential'
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Allison Moorer

  • Critically Acclaimed Singer-Songwriter, Producer, Author, and Autism Advocate
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Olivia Munn

  • Actress, Cancer Survivor and Women's Rights Advocate
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Judy Murray OBE

  • Tennis Coach, Mother of 2 World No. 1 Tennis Players, and Global Ambassador of Women's Sport
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Eddie Ndopu

  • Disability Rights Advocate; UN Sustainability Advocate; Author of 'Sipping Dom Pérignon Through a Straw'
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Mark Nepo

  • Philosopher; Lymphoma Survivor; NYT Bestselling Author: 'The Book of Awakening' & More
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Her Majesty Queen Noor

  • Global Humanitarian & Activist, Philanthropist, and Founding Member of Global Zero
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Elizabeth Nyamayaro

  • Fmr. UN Sr. Advisor on Gender Equality; Founder: HeForShe Movement; Author: 'I Am a Girl From Africa'
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Shaquille O'Neal

  • NBA All Star & High-Energy Motivational Speaker
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Tyler Oakley

  • LGBTQ+ YouTube Vlogger & Influencer; Digital Consultant to the President; Philanthropist & Advocate
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Bob Odenkirk

  • Emmy Award-Winning Writer, Actor, and NYT Bestselling Author
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Enuma Okoro

  • Nigerian-American Author & Lecturer, Columnist, 'Financial Times'
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Deval Patrick

  • Governor of Massachusetts (2007-2015), Political Contributor to CBS News, and Leader in Social Impact Investing
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Jane Pauley

  • Emmy-Winning Broadcast Journalist, Host of 'CBS Sunday Morning', and Advocate for Living Large at 50+ & Mental Health
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Ash Perez

  • Creator, Writer, Director, Producer, and Author of 'Read This for Inspiration'
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Tyler Perry

  • Famed Actor, Producer, Writer, and Director; Entrepreneur and Founder of Tyler Perry Studios, Two-Time New York Times Bestselling Author, and Philanthropist
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Damaris Phillips

  • Food Network Chef & Host, Entrepreneur & Podcast Host
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Richard Phillips

  • Hero of the High Seas & Real Life Inspiration for the Movie 'Captain Phillips'
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Scottie Pippen

  • 6x NBA Hall-of-Famer & 2x Olympic Gold Medalist; NYT Bestselling Author of 'Unguarded,' a Memoir
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Joe Plumeri

  • CEO & High-Energy Motivational Speaker for Teams & Individuals
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Catherine Price

  • Expert on Mental Health, Technology, & the Science of Happiness; Author of 'How to Break Up with Your Phone'
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Questlove

  • Musical Director, 'The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon'; Acclaimed Drummer, Record Producer, DJ, and Filmmaker
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Colin Quinn

  • Comedian, Actor, and Author
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Randy Rainbow

  • 4x Emmy & Grammy-Nominated Comedian & Entertainer and NYT & WSJ Bestselling Author of 'Playing With Myself'
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Caroline Randall Williams

  • Host, Disney+'s 'Hungry for Answers'; Author: 'Soul Food Love,' 'The Diary of B.B. Bright, Possible Prince,' & More
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Megan Rapinoe

  • Co-Captain and Star of the United States Women's National Soccer Team, 2x World Cup Champion 
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Andrew Rea

  • Chef & YouTube Personality of 'Babish's Culinary Universe'
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Steven Roberts

  • Renowned Journalist & Leading Political Pundit, NYT Bestselling Co-Author of 'From This Day Forward' and More
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Dr. Myron Rolle

  • Fmr. NFL Player Turned Neurosurgeon; Chairman, Caribbean Neurosurgery Foundation; NYT Bestselling Author: The 2% Way'
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KJ Rose

  • Talent Whisperer, Energy Purveyor, and Hype Coach, Author, and Artist Development Expert
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Gretchen Rubin

  • Happiness Expert & CBS News Contributor; Podcast Host of 'Happier'; Multiple NYT Bestselling Author of 'Life in Five Senses'
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Rick Rubin

  • 9-Time Grammy Award-Winning Record Producer, Founder of Def Jam Recordings, and NYT Bestselling Author
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Rev Run

  • RUN DMC Front Man; Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Inductee; TV Personality: 'The Hip Hop Nutcracker,' 'All About the Washingtons,' & More
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Bozoma Saint John

  • Forbes' "#1 Most Influential CMO"; Author of Motivational Memoir: 'The Urgent Life'
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Marcus Samuelsson

  • James Beard Award-Winning Chef and Restaurateur, Host of 'No Passport Required', Entrepreneur, and NYT Bestselling Author
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Jacqueline Sanderlin

  • Acclaimed Educator and Leadership Guru, Author, Founder and CEO of the Why Not Incubator, and Advocate for Urban School Communities
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Adam Savage

  • Mythbusters' Co-Host; Science Educator; NYT Bestselling Author of 'Every Tool's a Hammer'
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Ben Schwartz

  • Emmy Award-Winning Actor, Comedian, and Writer
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Kendra Scott

  • Self-Made Billionaire & Philanthropist; Author: 'Born to Shine'
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Martin Sheen

  • Award-Winning Actor and Advocate for Human Rights
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Ben Sherwood

  • Fmr. President of Disney; CEO of the Daily Beast; Founder of MOJO
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Gail Simmons

  • Culinary Expert, Food Writer, & TV Personality; Host/Judge, BRAVOS's Top Chef Franchise
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Christian Siriano

  • Award-Winning CFDA Fashion Designer; Mentor, 'Project Runway'
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Kevin Smith

  • Comedic Director & Producer (Clerks, Mallrats, Chasing Amy, & more); Writer, Marvel Comics; NYT Bestselling Author of 'Tough Shit' & more
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Rick Springfield

  • Iconic Grammy-Winning Singer and Songwriter
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Gloria Steinem

  • Iconic Visionary of the Women's Movement; Co-Founder, National Women’s Political Caucus; Co-Founder, Ms. Magazine
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Lindsey Stirling

  • Award-Winning Violinist, Composer, Dancer, and Viral Content Creator
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Curtis Stone

  • Michelin-Starred Chef; Podcast Host: 'Getting Grilled with Curtis Stone'
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Michael Strahan

  • Legendary Super Bowl Champion, Co-Host of ABC's 'Good Morning America', Entrepreneur, NYT Bestselling Author, and Celebrity Astronaut
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Katie Sturino

  • Founder of Megababe Beauty, Author of 'Body Talk,' and Body Acceptance Advocate
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Sully Sullenberger

  • Miracle on the Hudson' Captain; Fmr. UN Aviation Ambassador; #1 NYT Bestselling Author: 'Highest Duty: My Search for What Really Matters'
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Nigel Sylvester

  • Professional BMX Athlete, Producer, Entrepreneur, & Creative
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Michael Symon

  • Former Iron Chef, Co-Host of ABC's 'The Chew', and New York Times Bestselling Cookbook Author
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Demi-Leigh Tebow

  • Miss Universe 2017, Author, 'A Crown That Lasts,' Entrepreneur, Influencer, Philanthropist, and Advocate Against Human Trafficking
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Chrissy Teigen

  • Television Personality, NYT #1 Bestselling Author, Founder of Cravings Food & Lifestyle Brand
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Pepper Teigen

  • Host of 'Getting Spicy with Pepper Teigen', NYT Bestselling Author of 'The Pepper Thai Cookbook'
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Joseph Telushkin

  • Widely Acclaimed Authority on Judaism & Ethics, Award-Winning Author of 'Words That Hurt, Words That Heal'
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Merryl Tengesdal

  • 1st & Only USAF U2 Pilot; STEM Equity Advocate; Author of 'Shatter the Sky,' a Motivational Memoir
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Shaun Tomson

  • World Champion Surfer, Bestselling Author, and #1 Speaker on The Code for Purpose
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Margaret Trudeau

  • Former First Lady of Canada & Proponent of Living a Vibrant, Joyful Life as We Age
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Buddy Valastro

  • TV Personality and Host of 'The Cake Boss', Entrepreneur, and New York Times Bestselling Author
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Steven Van Zandt

  • Founding Member of the E Street Band; Rock & Roll Hall of Famer
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Melissa Villaseñor

  • Comedian; Saturday Night Live Alumna; Leader on LatinX & Women's Empowerment
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Lindsey Vonn

  • Olympic Skier; NBC Sports Broadcast Analyst; NYT Bestselling Author of 'Strong is the New Beautiful' & 'Rise'
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Abby Wambach

  • World Champion Soccer Player; NYT Bestselling Author of 'Wolfpack' on Teamwork/Leadership
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Qian Julie Wang

  • Civil Rights Litigator; Advocate for Marginalized Communities; NYT Bestselling Author of 'Beautiful Country'
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Fawn Weaver

  • CEO & Founder, Grant Sidney, Inc. & Uncle Nearest, Inc.; NYT Bestselling Author, 'Love & Whiskey,' 'The Argument-Free Marriage,' & More
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Jonny Wilkinson

  • World Rugby Hall of Famer; Founder: NSPiRED Foundation & No.1 Living; Podcast Host: 'I Am'
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Serena Williams

  • 23-time Grand Slam Champion, Entrepreneur, and Founder of Serena Ventures
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Venus Williams

  • Legendary Tennis Champion ; Philanthropist & Founder (V Starr, Happy Viking); NYT Bestselling Author of 'Strive' & 'Come to Win'
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Kristi Yamaguchi

  • Olympic, U.S., & World Hall of Fame Figure Skater; Founder: Always Dream Foundation; Advocate for Early Childhood Literacy
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Eugene Lee Yang

  • Viral Digital Content Creator, Member of Buzzfeed's 'The Try Guys', and New York Times Bestselling Co-Author of 'The Hidden Power of F*cking Up'
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Trisha Yearwood

  • Award-Winning Recording Artist, NYT Bestselling Author, Host of Food Network's Emmy Award-Winning ‘Trisha’s Southern Kitchen’, and Entrepreneur
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Andrew Young

  • Civil Rights Activist, Former Ambassador to the UN, Congressman, Mayor of Atlanta, and Author of 'An Easy Burden'
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Geoffrey Zakarian

  • Internationally Renowned Chef and Restaurateur, TV Personality and Host, and Podcaster
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Ziwe

  • Acclaimed Comedian, Actress, Author, and One of TIME's 100 Next Gen Leaders

Maha Abouelenein

  • CEO & Founder of Digital & Savvy, Author, Entrepreneur and Host of the Savvy Talk Podcast

Alexis Abramson

  • Emmy and Gracie Award-Winning Journalist and Generational Innovation Expert

Shawn Achor

  • Leading expert on the connection between happiness and success, Bestselling Author of The Happiness Advantage & TED Speaker

Radha Agrawal

  • Co-Founder, CEO, and Chief Community Architect of Daybreaker, Entrepreneur, and Bestselling Author

Zahra Al-Harazi

  • Award-Winning Entrepreneur, Purpose-Driven Leadership Expert

Vernice Armour

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