Technology, Entertainment and Design: TED and TEDxSMU
TED, which stands for, Technology, Entertainment and Design has changed how we view the world. Today over 1,700 talks are available online.
The Legacy of Peter Drucker: The Father of Modern Management
Peter F. Drucker, hailed by Business Week, as "the man who invented management," influenced countless leaders through his writing, teaching and consulting. The author of 39 books, Drucker’s work inspired leaders and managers across all [...]
Another Debt Crisis: Student Loans
The student debt crisis has affected many Americans. Student loans have quadrupled in the last 8 years. Delinquency rates are high and millions of American students are facing massive debt and liability.
Income Inequality
Income inequality is growing and it is one of the most debated public policy, social-political challenges today. Yet, economists are divided as to whether income inequality is negative or positive.
Home Rule: Good or Bad for Dallas ISD?
Dallas ISD has agreed to explore the possibility of allowing home-rule. In this episode we are joined by panelists discussing this controversial issue.
Net Neutrality: What Is It and Why Should I Care?
Net neutrality rules prevent ISPs like Verizon, AT&T and others from blocking or discriminating against certain online services.
The Impact of Technology on Higher Education: A Brave New World – Part Two
Is technology changing how students learn - for the better? Sal Khan's Khan Academy, made an impact on the way students are being educated today. New ways of learning are challenging the traditional higher education model! [...]
The Impact of Technology on Higher Education: A Brave New World – Part One
Today's students are prepared to live and work in a digital world and have different learning expectations as a result.
Bioterrorism: Weapons of Mass Destruction?
Bioterrorism is a silent killer. It's an insidious weapon of mass destruction; a silent attack we may not even be aware of which can lead to illness, death and vast social disruption.
Transforming Your Core Talents Into a Competitive Advantage
Strengthsfinder is a multi-million dollar assessment that helps individuals turn key talents into strengths. In this episode we are joined by CoreClarity to discuss how to make the most of your talents in the workplace and in life.
Is a Free Press at Risk Without a Well Functioning Freedom of Information Act?
Free press is an American right based on the First Amendment. This program focuses on this first amendment right and explores the question of whether or not free press is at risk.
Are Government Security Agencies Essential Or a Threat to Our National Security?
National security is important to all of us. However, are agencies like NSA and the CIA really necessary for the safety and security of our country?
Philanthropy: The Business of Changing the World
These are critical times for nonprofits. There are more social needs, yet fewer resources capable of addressing them. Government cutbacks and overwhelmed businesses simply can't keep up with the growing demand for help. Funders are [...]
Health Care: Doctors and Patients
In the medical profession it is a given that patients always comes first, and policies are always patient centered. There are also growing challenges with affordable health care, Medicare and rising costs, which often mean [...]
Health Care: Employers and Employees
Health care costs are escalating, and while many employees are covered, fully or in part by their employer, rising costs pose problems for both. Left to Right: Scott Flannery, Cyndie Ewert, Dennis McCuistion, & [...]