The Aspen Institute Courses

Christian Political Theology in Polarized Times

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Exploring Christian approaches to pluralism, hospitality, and renewal amid political extremism, cultural polarization, and religious decline in Europe and the US.

• YouTube
• 2 hours 16 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Business of Being a Writer - Publishing Insights and Career Building

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Insights from publishing experts on building a writing career, collaborating with agents and editors, and navigating the industry's challenges, including the impact of COVID-19.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 3 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Art, Architecture, and Justice - Creating Social Change Through Culture and Design

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Explore how art and architecture shape national memory, collective conscience, and social justice in America, examining culture's role in learning from history and inspiring progress.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 7 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

World Order 2.0 - Rethinking American Foreign Policy in the 21st Century

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Explore American foreign policy challenges and potential new approaches with experts Richard Haass and Rana Foroohar as they discuss terrorism, climate change, and cyberwarfare in a changing global landscape.

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

Moving to Action: The National Strategy on Gender Equity and Equality

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Explore the National Strategy for Gender Equity and Equality with experts discussing implementation, opportunities, and actions to advance women and families across sectors and generations.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 3 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Are We Failing Our Boys and Men? - Addressing Male Academic and Economic Challenges

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Exploring the challenges faced by men in academics, economics, and social connections. Discusses strategies to address male loneliness and redefine gender norms for their well-being and success.

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

The Real Work - On the Mystery of Mastery

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Explore the process of skill mastery with Adam Gopnik as he delves into the fundamental human drive for self-improvement and the mysteries behind acquiring expertise.

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

Money Matters - Democratizing Finance to Unleash Productivity

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Explore how democratizing finance can boost productivity, empower women, and address market failures in poverty alleviation efforts.

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

The Art and Science of Remembering Everything

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Discover memory techniques from a US Memory Champion. Learn practical skills to enhance your memory capacity and unlock your brain's potential.

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

Getting to Net Zero: The Private Equity Perspective

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Explore private equity's role in achieving net zero emissions, discussing strategies, challenges, and potential solutions for sustainable investments and climate action.

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

Enlightened Leadership for Mindful Living - Bhutan's Approach to Happiness and Sustainability

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Explore Bhutan's approach to happiness and sustainable living through a conversation with PM Tshering Tobgay and Deepak Chopra, discussing leadership, mindfulness, and global benchmarks.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 3 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Tap the Power of Lived Experience to Improve Results in 2Gen Approaches

Unlock insights on leveraging lived experiences for 2Gen approaches. Learn from leaders' journeys on conceptualizing, implementing, and capturing results when serving children and adults together.

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

Future Proofing for Family Well-Being - Part I

Discover strategies for anticipating and preparing for future challenges to ensure children and families thrive. Learn how to adapt "future-proofing" techniques across various sectors for policy and systems change.

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

Future Proofing for Family Well-Being - Part II

Explore strategies for future-proofing family well-being policies, focusing on narrative framing, political will-building, and innovative partnerships to ensure children and families thrive amid global changes.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 21 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Delivering on the Promise of AI for Low-Income Families

Explore the impact of AI on low-income families with leading innovators, examining challenges, opportunities, and potential for positive change in economic well-being.

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