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The highest court often seems distanced from our day-to-day lives, but the rulings that come out of the Supreme Court are woven into the fabric of the nation. Though it aims to be apolitical, the court regularly hears cases that involve some of the most contentious questions dividing the nation, and its decisions can change the course of our social, political, and economic...

It feels like the world is falling apart -- how can big business help?

With many students returning to school from the comfort of their living rooms, educators are using this unique period to address long-standing problems of equity.

As the Covid-19 pandemic rattles the nation, workers and policymakers are using ingenuity to prepare for a post-pandemic economy.

In America, millions of people struggle with mental illness including depression, anxiety, and more. The National Alliance on Mental Illness reports that one in five adults experience mental illness each year. Suicide is the second leading cause of death for people ages 10 to 34. Our experts discuss tackling mental health in developing nations; helping first responders, wh...

We remember longtime congressman and civil rights icon John Lewis who died this month. At the Aspen Ideas Festival in 2014, he spoke with the late Gwen Ifill. He also offered up a moving "big idea."

Leading on the Frontlines, a series from Aspen Ideas Now, features mayors and governors across the United States in candid discussions about how they're facing tough decisions during the Covid-19 pandemic. The conversations are led by CNN's Suzanne Malveaux.

Six months into the pandemic, cases are spiking in parts of the country, the death toll continues to rise, and the economy is in shambles. What comes next in this battle?

Earth is as resilient as it is fragile. From single species to whole ecosystems, scientists are studying the incredible ways our oasis in space responds to unprecedented human impact. Whether you want to honor Earth Day, or you're just innately curious about the natural world, hit play on a session from Aspen Ideas and start learning!

Time on your hands? Looking to escape into learning? Dive deeply into a broad array of topics from Aspen Ideas. Discover how soul music became a soundtrack to some of our nation’s most defining moments. What role does the human microbiome play in inflammatory diseases? And, what is the universe made of and why don’t we know what it’s made of? Expand your perspective by lea...

Health workers often face grueling working conditions. Even under normal circumstances, they regularly confront trauma, work long hours, are exposed to physical danger, and must keep pace with the demands of a rapidly-evolving health care system. With COVID-19 cases flooding waiting rooms and equipment shortages putting hospital staff at risk, health care workers are facin...

Finding the national and global headlines understandably bleak lately? Need a break from the onslaught of information from the Democratic primaries? Maybe you have extra time on your hands thanks to (expert-advised) social distancing. Whether you need mental distraction or stimulation, engross yourself in compelling topics totally unrelated to the news. Get a glimpse into...

Black History Month shouldn't be the only time we talk about the inextricable role of race in US society. But conversations with friends, family, and coworkers about race and racism can be self-defeating. Listen as prominent voices from the Aspen Ideas To Go podcast explain the roots of the US's fraught racial politics and the ways racism continues to shape society. Their...

How can Yo-Yo Ma help sixth graders learn earth science? How does ballet strengthen the mind along with the body? The below clips, which feature dance, music, and performance art pieces performed at the Aspen Ideas Festival, are tantalizing parts of whole sessions that explore how the arts can heal and educate. Watch a clip or two and gain a deeper appreciation for how per...

A 2018 UN report on climate change urged swift and unprecedented action to curb the rise of the planet’s temperature. Experts argue that avoiding a crisis will require significant breakthroughs in technology, a full stop on fossil fuel projects, fundamental changes to the way we feed the world, and ubiquitous carbon policies. Who will lead the charge towards a multilateral...