Bridging the Divide: A Bipartisan Discussion on America’s Future | David Axelrod + Karl Rove | Moderated by: Elaina Plott Calabro

As America faces one of the most polarized political landscapes in modern history, what will it take to bridge the divide? In this timely and thought-provoking conversation, Karl Rove, former senior adviser to President George W. Bush, and David Axelrod, former senior adviser to President Barack Obama, will come together for a candid, bipartisan discussion on the challenges and opportunities facing the nation.

Democracy and its Discontents: A Look at Why America Has Become Polarized | Doris Kearns Goodwin + Michael Sandel | Moderated by: Walter Isaacson

Doris Kearns Goodwin and Michael Sandel discuss the qualities of moral leadership in times of crisis. Along with Walter Isaacson, they will explore historical examples of leaders who have navigated moral dilemmas and offer lessons for the modern world.

From Bestsellers to Blockbusters: A Conversation with John Grisham + Michael Lewis | Moderated by: Michael Lynton

Books penned by bestselling authors John Grisham and Michael Lewis have provided inspiration for many blockbuster films. Join them in discussion with Chair of Snap, Inc. Michael Lynton as they share stories from their journeys on the road from page to screen.

Shaking it Up: AI, Social Media, Legacy Media and the "new" News | Ken Auletta, Dean Baquet, Molly Jong-Fast + Nate Silver | Moderated by: Andy Lack

From artificial intelligence to evolving social platforms, new technologies are reshaping how we consume and engage with news. What is the new media landscape and how are legacy media outlets reacting and adapting? Join moderator and former chair of NBC news Andy Lack, media critic Ken Auletta, former editor-in-chief of the New York Times Dean Baquet, journalist and political analyst Molly Jong-Fast and data journalist Nate Silver as they explore the fast-moving transformation of media in the digital age.
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