On November 16, 2008, the Sanctuary for Independent Media welcomed Austin-based folk musician Eliza Gilkyson and activist Rob

On November 16, 2008, the Sanctuary for Independent Media welcomed Austin-based folk musician Eliza Gilkyson and activist Rob Jensen. Their evening featured an intertwining of songs and speeches, offering both beautiful music and radical discussion.

In this clip (Part 2 of 4), Gilkyson introduces Jensen, sharing how his perspective has influenced her beliefs and songwriting. Jensen then begins his presentation on justice, sustainability, and his concept of the "Three E's": empire, economics, and ecology.

Robert Reich and Mark Zandi debated Glenn Hubbard and Arthur Laffer on the topic: "The Rich Are Taxed Enough." Moderated by John Donvan, the discussion addressed how to fix the U.S.

Robert Reich and Mark Zandi debated Glenn Hubbard and Arthur Laffer on the topic: "The Rich Are Taxed Enough." Moderated by John Donvan, the discussion addressed how to fix the U.S. economy.

With a nearing trillion-dollar budget deficit and high unemployment, the expiring Bush-era tax cuts presented a critical economic challenge. President Obama advocated raising taxes on incomes over $250,000 to reduce the deficit. Conversely, others argued the wealthiest 1% already pay over a quarter of federal taxes, and higher taxes on "job creators" would hinder economic growth. The central question remained: should tax breaks be extended for everyone, or are the wealthy not paying their "fair share"?

This video presents four core principles for achieving sustainability, often called the 'conditions of success.' These principles have been peer-reviewed and continuously refined over the last two

This video presents four core principles for achieving sustainability, often called the 'conditions of success.' These principles have been peer-reviewed and continuously refined over the last two decades, building on the foundational work of Dr. Karl-Henrik Robèrt and The Natural Step.

The series, Sustainability Illustrated, is a YouTube channel created by Alexandre Magnin.

The 2005 documentary "Trudell" chronicles the life of American Indian activist and poet John Trudell. The film traces his journey from childhood in Omaha, Nebraska, through his leadership in the

The 2005 documentary "Trudell" chronicles the life of American Indian activist and poet John Trudell. The film traces his journey from childhood in Omaha, Nebraska, through his leadership in the American Indian Movement, and his subsequent rebirth as a musician and spoken word poet following the tragic death of his wife in a suspected arson fire. Directed and produced by Heather Rae over more than a decade, "Trudell" aired nationally on PBS's Independent Lens series on April 11, 2006. Notable contributors include Robert Redford, Kris Kristofferson, and Sam Shepard.

Experience John Trudell's music by visiting his first CD, "HeartTaker, Owl Dance Song," on YouTube here.

YES! Magazine, City Lights, and The Land Institute present "How to Get Off Fossil Fuels Quickly—and Fairly."

Author Stan Cox (*The Green New Deal and Beyond*) will join Ecosphere Studies

YES! Magazine, City Lights, and The Land Institute present "How to Get Off Fossil Fuels Quickly—and Fairly."

Author Stan Cox (*The Green New Deal and Beyond*) will join Ecosphere Studies colleagues Wes Jackson, Aubrey Streit Krug, and Robert Jensen. Hosted by YES! Climate Editor Breanna Draxler, the discussion will explore fundamental societal changes needed for climate policies that move beyond technology and market-based approaches, adapting to strict ecological boundaries.

Dr. Bullard, an award-winning author of eighteen books, is a leading expert in environmental and climate justice, sustainable development, and related fields. His seminal work, *Dumping in Dixie*,

Dr. Bullard, an award-winning author of eighteen books, is a leading expert in environmental and climate justice, sustainable development, and related fields. His seminal work, *Dumping in Dixie*, is a standard text. He co-founded the HBCU Climate Change Consortium and directs the Bullard Center for Environmental and Climate Justice, having previously served as Dean at Texas Southern University.

In 2022, Dr. Bullard received an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters degree *in absentia* from the Graduate School of Arts & Sciences, where his commencement address was read to great acclaim. He was welcomed to campus on April 26, 2023, by the Graduate School and Earth Commons.

This presentation, "Improving Wisdom," features Dr. Ursula Staudinger, Director of the Columbia Aging Center and Professor of Sociomedical Sciences and Psychology at Columbia University. For more

This presentation, "Improving Wisdom," features Dr. Ursula Staudinger, Director of the Columbia Aging Center and Professor of Sociomedical Sciences and Psychology at Columbia University. For more information, visit her website: ursulastaudinger.com.

Dr. Staudinger delivered this talk at the University of Chicago Wisdom Research Forum on May 8, 2015.

The video was published on June 5, 2015.

Leif Wenar, author of "Blood Oil: Tyrants, Violence, and the Rules That Run the World," delivered a talk at Town Hall Seattle on January 27, 2016. He argued that the principle "might makes right"

Leif Wenar, author of "Blood Oil: Tyrants, Violence, and the Rules That Run the World," delivered a talk at Town Hall Seattle on January 27, 2016. He argued that the principle "might makes right" must be retired. Wenar serves as the Chair of Philosophy Law at King's College London, having studied at Stanford and Harvard under John Rawls, Robert Nozick, and T.M. Scanlon.

His expertise includes property rights and international ethics. For more details on his work, visit his King's College London profile or CleanTrade.org. "Blood Oil" is available for purchase via Amazon or at your local bookstore.

This excerpt is from Professor Leif Wenar's January 27th presentation in Seattle. The full speech is

This excerpt is from Professor Leif Wenar's January 27th presentation in Seattle. The full speech is available here. Wenar is the author of Blood Oil: Tyrants, Violence, and the Rules That Run the World.

He holds the Chair of Philosophy & Law at Kings College London, where he has worked since 1997. A Stanford alumnus, he completed his doctoral thesis at Harvard with John Rawls, Robert Nozick, and T.M. Scanlon.

This excerpt was produced by Ruth Ann Barrett of EarthSayers.tv, Voices of Sustainability. Learn more and get involved in the Clean Trade movement at cleantrade.org.

Joan Baez returns to Commonwealth Club World Affairs on January 27, 2025, nearly 45 years after her last visit. This time, she offers an intimate talk, not a performance, delving into her personal

Joan Baez returns to Commonwealth Club World Affairs on January 27, 2025, nearly 45 years after her last visit. This time, she offers an intimate talk, not a performance, delving into her personal thoughts and life experiences—the person behind the stardom.

She will discuss her new book of poems, "When You See My Mother: Ask Her to Dance." This collection, a personal diary in poetry, shares reflections from her childhood, cherished memories, and insights into contemporaries like Bob Dylan and Mimi Fariña.

Join us for a unique look into the reminiscences of this iconic artist. Joan Baez will be in conversation with music journalist Ben Fong-Torres, hosted by Robert Melton.