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There is a devastating cost to racism in America—not just for people of color, but for everyone. In an extraordinarily powerful talk based on her New York Times bestseller The Sum of Us, renowned policy expert Heather McGhee reveals a new vision for a future in which life becomes more than just a zero-sum game.
How can we eliminate prejudice and bias that we are not consciously aware we have? In a talk based on her stunning debut book The End of Bias, acclaimed journalist and new Lavin speaker Jessica Nordell reveals how minds, hearts, and behavior changes—giving you the tools you need to confront bias in all forms and create a more equitable environment for everyone.
How can we harness the power of rationality, make better choices, and ultimately guide us all towards social justice and moral progress? In a talk based on his recently released new book Rationality, cognitive psychologist Steven Pinker gives you the tools you need to sharpen your logical senses and shares how to enlighten, inspire, and empower people back to rationality.
If you are looking for bold and brilliant takes on the complex relationship between ethics, tech, business, politics, human connection, and much more—look no further than Nicholas Thompson, the CEO of The Atlantic. With an unfaltering curiosity and a steadfast commitment to truth, he is the preeminent cultural anthropologist of America, showing us who we are, and where we’re going.
Having grit means being able to learn and grow during challenging times—like the one we're currently living through. But how can we cultivate it? Angela Duckworth, New York Times bestselling author and world's leading expert on grit, shows us how we can develop resilience, stamina, and the gritty qualities we'll need for the future.
There is a devastating cost to racism in America—not just for people of color, but for everyone. In an extraordinarily powerful talk based on her New York Times bestseller The Sum of Us, renowned policy expert Heather McGhee reveals a new vision for a future in which life becomes more than just a zero-sum game.
Fall is upon us, so we here at Lavin wanted to bring you a selection of our favorite reads to grace your bookshelves this season. From riveting non-fiction that will change the way you see the world, to practical guidebooks for finding success in an unpredictable climate, there’s something here for...
The ideas that change the world are those that reach the largest number of people, says John List: a leading economist at The University of Chicago, and the Chief Economist at ride-share giant Lyft. But how can we make sure our best ideas reach our desired audiences? Thankfully, there are vital...
At the heart of creating change lies a deep and often destructive assumption that can thwart our best efforts at innovation: it’s the conventional belief that the best way to get people to embrace our idea, is to increase the appeal of the idea itself. However, this approach neglects the...
An investigative reporter for The New York Times, Andrea Elliott chronicles the life of a young girl facing poverty, homelessness, and racism in this astonishing and unforgettable book. Based on ten years of in-depth reporting, Invisible Child illuminates critical issues in America today,...
It seems like rationality today is in short supply. On one end of the spectrum, scientists are achieving medical break-throughs—like developing the COVID vaccine—in record time. Yet on the other end, lies misinformation, fake news, and conspiracy theories bordering on hysteria. How can this be? And...
We see the detrimental effects of unconscious bias and discrimination everywhere: in our schools, our workplaces, our hospitals, and beyond. Yet change is possible, says acclaimed science journalist Jessica Nordell. In her debut book The End of Bias, Lavin’s newest speaker shows us the...
We’re moving towards the post-pandemic world, but the collective grief, trauma, and suffering of the last two years still lingers. New Lavin speaker John Kaag, the Chair of Philosophy at the University of Massachusetts, Lowell, shows us how we can process our feelings post-crisis, find hope and...
Co-Founder of The Sadie Collective | Researcher and Speaker on Diversity and the Future of Work
Psychotherapist | Bestselling Author of Maybe You Should Talk to Someone
Former National Security Official | Former Facebook Elections Integrity Head | Future of Democracy Fellow at Berggruen Institute
What if you could receive dispatches from the future, covering the impact of technology on our lives? Introducing Lavin + WIRED : an exclusive partnership that brings the makers of this landmark media institution directly to you in keynotes, trend reports, panels, and moderators—customized to your needs.
Every year, the TED Fellows program brings together an extraordinary group of innovators from around the world, inviting them up on stage at TED or TEDGlobal and giving momentum to their ideas. The Lavin Agency is proud to present our TED Fellow event package: three of these remarkable speakers hand-picked by you or selected by us. To find out how to book a group of TED Fellows to appear at your event, please give us a call: 1.800.265.4870
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