The Aspen Institute Courses

Social Justice - What's Philanthropy Got To Do With It?

Explore philanthropy's role in social justice with Ford Foundation's president, discussing inequality, leadership, and innovative approaches to societal challenges.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 2 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

The Future of Warfare

Explore emerging warfare tactics, cybersecurity challenges, and technological advancements shaping national defense strategies with experts from intelligence, technology, and defense sectors.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 3 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

In Depth - Should We Design Our Babies

Explore the ethical, scientific, and regulatory challenges surrounding genetic modifications in embryos, from disease prevention to "designer babies," in this thought-provoking panel discussion.

• YouTube
• 59 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

News at the Speed of Data

Explore how social media revolutionizes news reporting, featuring insights on data-driven journalism, audience engagement, and innovative storytelling formats in the digital age.

• YouTube
• 56 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

National Security 2024 - What Might Liberty Look Like?

Explore the future of liberty, privacy, and national security in 2024. Experts discuss technology's impact, democracy, transparency, and potential risks to American freedoms.

• YouTube
• 58 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

The Service Year - Creating a New Cultural Norm

Explore the transformative potential of national service for young Americans, discussing its benefits, implementation strategies, and impact on civic engagement and societal progress.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 1 minute
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Do We Get What We Pay For in American Healthcare?

Exploring the complexities of American healthcare costs, spending efficiency, and outcomes compared to other nations, with insights on reforms, consumer empowerment, and future challenges.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 2 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Can Character Be Taught - Full Session

Explore character education in schools with experts discussing theories, practices, and debates on teaching traits like grit and integrity to students for long-term success.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 6 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Does Maximizing Shareholder Value Endanger America's Great Companies

Explore the impact of shareholder value maximization on American companies, discussing corporate purpose, short-term vs. long-term thinking, and ethical considerations in business.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 7 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Olympic and Paralympic Reform Commission Listening Session - Youth and Community Sports Support

Exploring strategies to improve youth sports through NGB support, school coordination, and community engagement. Discusses coach training, abuse prevention, and program development.

• YouTube
• 42 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Conversations with Great Leaders - Linda Greenhouse on the Supreme Court

Insightful conversation with Linda Greenhouse, renowned legal journalist, on Supreme Court dynamics, judicial trends, and the intersection of law and politics, moderated by historian David Greenberg.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 5 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Community Power Building as Community Resiliency

Explore community-led efforts for building resilience and power in response to historical injustices. Learn from leaders about sustainable change through leadership development, advocacy, and organizing.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 28 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Lessons in Leadership: Public-Private Sector Collaboration in Global Health

Insights on public-private collaboration in global health, featuring GSK's CEO discussing leadership strategies and the role of private sector in advancing healthcare solutions for developing nations.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 4 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Race and Resegregation in America - A Discussion with Jeff Chang

Explore contemporary issues of race, resegregation, and cultural diversity with Jeff Chang, examining recent tragedies, protests, and societal shifts through the lens of arts and culture.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 14 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Democracy at Work - Citizen Action and the Fight for $15

Exploring labor movements, wage inequality, and democratic action to improve working conditions. Discusses strategies for policy change and worker empowerment in the fight for fair wages and labor rights.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 20 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video