Wired editor-in-chief and incoming Atlantic CEO Nicholas Thompson discusses contemporary tech and policy issues, including companies too monopolized to fail and American social media used to plot and (dis)inform a coup.   

American University in Cairo International Student Body Representative Lindsey Edwards discusses her journey from Arkansas to Cairo and generational change.

Nanoelectronics and Devices Center director Yehea Ismail discusses cancer-detecting biochips, 5G networks, and next generation AI-powered electronics.

Educator James Ketterer discusses the role of lifelong learning in nurturing citizenship and protecting those studying abroad. 

Playwright Jillian Campana discusses how theatre can adapt to achieve social and gender equity during the pandemic. 

U.S. Ambassador (Ret.) to Egypt, Turkey, and The Philippines Francis Ricciardone discusses the pursuit of international diplomacy and his tenure as president of the American University in Cairo. 

Adult actress Blake Blossom discusses contemporary realities of the industry and the current Pornhub controversy.

UC Davis constitutional scholar Carlton Larson discusses the future of the Supreme Court and the American Republic. 

Adult film star, artist, and social critic Daisy Ducati discusses the lack of equity for sex workers.

Scientist Yaneer Bar-Yam discusses the successful (Australia and Asia) vs. unsuccessful (U.S. and European) COVID strategies.