July 19, 2026
American Teenager
Speaker: Nico Lang

Author Nico Lang of “American Teenager” talks about coming of age as a trans individual.

July 26, 2026
Death is All About Me
Speaker: Kelly Carter Merrill

Before she turned 40, Kelly Carter Merrill had already lost 10 peers. Several had even died on her birthday, an already infamous death day. Circumstances implied that these deaths were happening for a reason. Through her quest to learn what it was, Kelly discovered that her close experiences with death had been preparing her for how to live life.

August 2, 2026
Speaking Truth to Power
Speaker: Steve Watkins

Thomas Jefferson famously stated that if given the choice between a government without newspapers or newspapers without a government, he would “not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter.” Steve Watkins will talk about his life in journalism and why we should all agree.

August 9, 2026
What Good is Control?
Speaker: Rebecca Brown

We’re always encouraged to be “in control” – of ourselves, of the situation. But what does that do to our nervous system, our relationships, our peace of mind? Let’s explore the pros and cons of control.