Media
News and Media Speakers discuss current events from their unique journalist points of view. Commentators and headline interpreters, these speakers strive to educate and inform audiences, demonstrating how the media influences society.
Zanny Minton Beddoes
The editor-in-chief of The Economist, this prestigious and award-winning expert captivates with unrivaled perspective, judgment and analysis of the global economy.
- The Economist;
- Media;
- Global Economy;
- Editor-in-Chief;
- Journalist
Jonah Goldberg
Syndicated Political Columnist, Former National Review Senior Editor, FOX News Contributor, and Bestselling Author
- National Review;
- Author;
- Editor;
- World Affairs;
- Politics;
- Jewish
Maggie Haberman
Unrivaled political insight from the New York Times Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist who offers a riveting look into the Trump White House, the current political waters, and the changing perceptions of journalism across the country.
- New York Times;
- Pulitzer Prize;
- Journalist;
- Politics;
- Jewish
Anya Kamenetz
This acclaimed author and lead education reporter for NPR challenges established ideas about how we learn, work and live in the new millennium.
- Education;
- NPR;
- futurist;
- Author;
- Journalist;
- Jewish
Jonathan Karl
ABC News’ chief White House correspondent takes audiences behind the headlines with a revealing look at the people, issues and events shaping U.S. politics.
- ABC;
- Politics;
- Journalist;
- Washington DC;
- Emmy Award
Michele Norris
An award-winning journalist and one of the most recognized voices in radio, she engages audiences in candid discussion about race, culture and communication in America.
- Journalist;
- NPR;
- Black History Month;
- The Race Card Project;
- Social Issues
Soledad O'Brien
This award-winning journalist and documentarian illustrates the transformative power of storytelling with inspiring personal narratives that shine a light on today’s most pressing social and global issues.
- Journalist;
- Documentarian;
- Entrepreneur;
- Black History Month;
- Diversity
Jay Smooth
This popular hip-hop radio host and video blogger serves up engaging cultural commentary on politics and race while encouraging diverse groups to seek common ground.
- Cultural Commentary;
- Politics;
- Race;
- Hip-Hop;
- Black History Month
Brandon Stanton
Discover new perspectives as the Humans of New York founder tells the stories of people from around the world and inspires audiences to make a positive impact in the lives of others.
- Humans of New York;
- Storyteller;
- Internet;
- Photographer;
- Author
Nina Totenberg
This legal affairs and SCOTUS expert shares insight on the latest hotly contested cases being considered by the Supreme Court, and how legal turn-of-events may affect your business or organization.
- NPR;
- Supreme Court;
- Legal Affairs;
- Journalist;
- Media Personality;
- Jewish
Touré
The award-winning culture critic, TV host and journalist dissects trending social topics and shares insights into the top political events and celebrity newsmakers of the day.
- Politics;
- Race;
- Social Change;
- Cultural Commentary;
- Black History Month
Chris Wallace
One of the country’s most prominent political journalists, the host of FOX News Sunday takes you behind-the-scenes in Washington, from power players to newsmakers and the future of the presidency.
- Journalist;
- American Presidency;
- Emmy Award;
- Peabody Award;
- Fox News