The Aspen Institute Courses

Winter Is Here - Defense and Security in a Europe at War

European foreign ministers discuss defense strategies and security challenges amid ongoing conflicts, emphasizing regional cooperation and NATO's role in maintaining stability and deterrence.

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

On the Rise: Perspectives on Foreign Policy from Emerging Leaders

Rising leaders discuss critical foreign policy issues, including economic security alliances, corporate roles in national security, diversity in national security workforce, connecting startups to defense, and reframing U.S. policy in South Asia.

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

A Fireside Chat on Workforce Upskilling and Innovation for National Security

Insightful discussion on upskilling the U.S. workforce, investing in innovation, and strengthening cybersecurity through public-private partnerships to support national security and economic growth.

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

An Integrated World? AUKUS and Developments Across the Indo-Pacific

Insights on U.S. Indo-Pacific strategy, focusing on U.S.-China competition, regional alliances, and technological advancements. Explores challenges and opportunities in maintaining peace and stability across the region.

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

Fireside Chat with Kurt Campbell on Indo-Pacific Affairs

Insightful discussion on Indo-Pacific affairs with National Security Council's Kurt Campbell, moderated by Joseph Nye. Explore key geopolitical strategies and regional dynamics.

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

Religious Freedom and the Supreme Court - What Comes Next?

Explore recent Supreme Court decisions on religious freedom and their impact on diverse communities. Experts discuss implications, religious pluralism, and future prospects for both religious and nonreligious individuals.

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

Modernizing Workplace Benefits to Support Financial Resilience - Benefits21 Part 2

Explore innovative approaches to modernize workplace benefits, supporting financial resilience for workers and families. Learn from industry leaders about scaling solutions and enhancing financial security.

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

Mountain vs. Human Nature - Sustaining Alpinism as a Way of Life

Renowned mountaineers discuss the essence of alpinism, exploring its challenges, ideals, and the delicate balance between human ambition and nature's formidable power.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 6 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Democratizing Work: The Role, Opportunities, and Challenges of Worker Cooperatives in the US

Explore the growing interest in worker-owned cooperatives in the US, their potential for creating better jobs and a more equitable economy, and the challenges they face in scaling up.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 18 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Information Disorder and the 2022 Midterm Elections - A Post Mortem

Experts discuss strategies to combat disinformation in elections, exploring its mechanisms, recognition, and weaponization by various actors, while examining the impact on trust and cybersecurity.

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

Music on Your Mind: The Power of Music to Educate and Heal Us

Explore the transformative power of music with Marin Alsop and experts, discussing its impact on education, healing, and personal growth through engaging conversations and insights.

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

Indigenous Resistance and the Power of Dreaming - A Conversation for Past, Present and Future Generations

Explore Indigenous resistance and the transformative power of dreaming across generations, examining its impact on past, present, and future.

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

In Favor of Pure Science - Global Perspectives on Basic Research

Experts from diverse countries discuss the state of basic science globally, exploring challenges and opportunities for advancement in this thought-provoking symposium on pure scientific research.

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

Expect the Unexpected - What You Need to Know About the 2022 Elections

Experts discuss election security, audits, influence operations, and partisan officials for the 2022 midterms, preparing the public for potential challenges to electoral confidence.

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

Food Insecurity on College Campuses - Causes, Impacts, and Solutions

Explore the growing crisis of food insecurity among college students, its causes, and community-driven solutions to combat hunger and support student retention in higher education.

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