Detroit native Dan Gilbert was forced to watch his hometown go through some hard times that left the city a shell of its former self. But as his businesses saw enormous success, Dan became a central figure in the revitalization of downtown Detroit. 

• Learn how the Bush Institute is making America's economy thrive by identifying ideas for promoting innovation, entrepreneurship, and faster, more inclusive growth.
• Read how we can avoid housing becoming a limiting factor in economic mobility.

The Bush Institute firmly believes that societies around the world are stronger when women have access to the tools and resources they need. Women build stronger communities and drive us toward a more peaceful world. Bank of America's Anne Finucane is a leader that is helping move the world toward that goal. 

• The Bush Institute WE Lead program equips women from the Middle East, North Africa, and Afghanistan with the skills to become more effective leaders.
• The Bush Institute Women's Initiative promotes education, healthcare, and economic opportunity for women around the world
• Read stories from remarkable Afghan women in We Are Afghan Women: Voices of Hope

Award-winning actor and director Gary Sinise tells the story of how he found his calling: To see that those who defend this country and its freedoms are never forgotten. He shares insights into life before the famous Lt. Dan Taylor character from Forrest Gump, his new book Grateful American, and how he became interested in acting in high school.

• If you enjoyed the episode and want to hear more from Gary, check out Engage at the Bush Center, presented by Highland Capital Management, Grateful American: A Conversation with Gary Sinise.
• Learn more about the Bush Institute's Stand-To Veteran Leadership Program, which develops the skills of those who serve our nation's veterans and helping increase their impact.
• Learn how the George W. Bush Institute is ensuring post-9/11 veterans and their families make successful transitions to civilian life.

Joshua Bolten served in the White House under President George W. Bush as Chief of Staff from 2006 to 2009. We chat with Josh about his most frightening time in DC, why laughter was key to making the job feel less heavy, and how he decompressed after the White House.

Foreign authoritarian powers like Russia and China are attacking our democracy. They have interfered in our elections and have used social media as a weapon. We chatted with Laura Rosenberger and Jamie Fly who have done extensive research on why America and other countries are under attack. Tune in and learn what signs you should be looking for as your scroll through your social feeds. 

Roya Rahmani is the first female ambassador of Afghanistan to the United States of America. We chatted with her about her childhood prior to Taliban rule, her optimism for Afghanistan's peaceful future, and how she is grateful to the United States for their engagement. 

• Read stories from remarkable Afghan women in We Are Afghan Women: Voices of Hope
• The Bush Institute WE Lead program equips women from the Middle East, North Africa, and Afghanistan with the skills to become more effective leaders.
• The Bush Institute Women's Initiative promotes education, healthcare, and economic opportunity for women around the world

We chatted with Congressman Will Hurd about immigration, the CIA, and why he decided to Facebook Live a 36 hour road trip with Democrat Beto O’Rourke.

• Learn how smart, skills-based immigration reform accelerates economic growth
• Read stories from immigrants and debunk common immigration myths at A Nation of Immigrants
• Read the Bush Institute's 2019 policy recommendations to modernize immigration for today 's realities

As personal aides to President George H.W. Bush, Tim McBride, and Tom Frechette spent long hours with — and came to personally know — our 41st president. They share behind-the-scenes stories from their time as presidential aides, illustrating the man they knew and that so many loved.

• Watch a special Engage at the Bush Center, presented by Highland Capital Management paying tribute to President George H.W. Bush’s life of service
• Listen to the Ladies, First podcast episode Service Above Self – The Leadership of Barbara Bush

In 2004, former Goldman Sachs executive Connie Duckworth founded ARZU Studio Hope, an organization empowering women in Afghanistan by providing them jobs, education, and healthcare. We chatted with Connie about her organization, the women of Afghanistan, and her remarkable 20-year business career. 

• Learn how the George W. Bush Institute is investing in women and girls
• Read stories from remarkable Afghan women in We Are Afghan Women: Voices of Hope
• The Bush Institute WE Lead program equips women from the Middle East, North Africa, and Afghanistan with the skills to become more effective leaders

Bill Browder is Russian President Vladimir Putin’s number one enemy. In 2005, Russian government officials committed and attempted to pin a $230 million fraud on Bill. His Russian lawyer Sergei Magnitsky uncovered the fraud, and ended up in jail, where he was tortured to death. We chatted with Bill about his campaign to expose Putin and Russian government officials for their corruption and human rights abuses.

The George W. Bush Institute advances freedom globally by developing leaders in emerging democracies, standing with those who still live under tyranny, and fostering U.S. leadership through policy and action.