The Aspen Institute Courses

Partisan Politics, Social Disruption, and Living Under a Pandemic

Explore partisan politics, social disruption, and pandemic life with NYT columnist Michelle Goldberg and former RNC spokesman Tim Miller in a thought-provoking discussion on contemporary American issues.

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

The Awakened Brain - The Neuroscience of Health, Healing, and Resilience

Explore groundbreaking research on spirituality's impact on brain function, health, and resilience. Learn practical tools for navigating life's challenges and cultivating an inspired, awakened existence.

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

Integrating Technology into CDFI Small Business Lending - Challenges and Solutions

Explore challenges and strategies for integrating fintech into CDFI small business lending, addressing cost ownership, policy-process-technology balance, scaling benefits, and funding practices improvement.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 17 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Hearts Touched with Fire: How Great Leaders are Made

Explore the fundamental elements of effective leadership through iconic figures, highlighting key insights from David Gergen's book on cultivating leadership skills and qualities.

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

For Better or Worse - Designing Jobs During Technological Change

Exploring the impact of technology on job design and strategies for employers, workers, and policymakers to shape a future of work that benefits all, with insights from industry experts and innovators.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 16 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Breaking the Record - New Job Pathways for Returning Citizens

Exploring solutions for employment challenges faced by returning citizens, featuring insights from community organizations, public and private sectors, and research to support reintegration and meaningful work opportunities.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 2 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Former U.S. National Security Advisors Reflect on the State of the World

Gain insights from former U.S. National Security Advisors as they discuss global affairs, international relations, and current geopolitical challenges in this thought-provoking panel discussion.

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

American Foreign Policy Challenges - Russia and Beyond

Explore critical U.S. foreign policy issues with top officials, focusing on Russia and global challenges. Gain insights from expert perspectives on national security and international relations.

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

National Security, Artificial Intelligence, and Misinformation - A New Frontier

Explore the intersection of AI, national security, and misinformation with tech leaders and policymakers, discussing challenges and potential solutions in this critical domain.

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

The 21st Century Nuclear Arms Race - Challenges and Strategic Implications

Explore the modern nuclear arms landscape, strategic weapons, global challenges, and diplomatic efforts with experts discussing key concerns and potential solutions.

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

National Security Today - Emerging Challenges and Opportunities

Explore emerging national security challenges and opportunities with top military and political leaders, discussing current threats and strategic responses in a rapidly evolving global landscape.

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

The Global Economic Recovery - Prospects and Challenges

Explore the global economic outlook with experts discussing recovery prospects, potential recession risks, and strategies for navigating uncertain financial landscapes.

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

Virtual Fireside Chat - U.S. Commerce Secretary on Chips Act and Economic Policy

Insightful discussion on the CHIPS Act, broadband equity, US-China relations, and Indo-Pacific strategy with Secretary Gina Raimondo of the U.S. Department of Commerce.

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

Imagining the Next 9/11 - Future Threats and Prevention Strategies

Experts discuss potential future threats, exploring scenarios that could rival 9/11's impact and strategies to prevent them. Insights on emerging risks and proactive measures for national security.

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

Technology and National Security

Explore the intersection of technology and national security with experts discussing global challenges, policy implications, and future trends in this thought-provoking discussion.

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