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Known as the “go-to expert” for the impacts of the COVID-19 virus, APB speaker Dr. Michael Osterholm was featured on Joe Rogan’s podcast to share what is to come of this pandemic.  In the viral interview, Dr. Osterholm discusses how to stay safe during these turbulent times and also disproves popular myths.

An Emmy Award-winning medical journalist and CNN analyst, APB speaker Dr. Seema Yasmin recently debunked the myths surrounding the rapidly growing COVID-19 virus in an interview with 90.9 WBUR. 

Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and APB speaker Nick Kristof published his 12-step coronavirus action plan in the New York Times Opinion section, drawing from both public health research and his decades of experience covering dire situations all over the world and at home. Kristof’s 12-step plan is very clear, which is a welcome contrast to the uncertainty of current events. He recommends measures such as setting up drive-through testing, suspending the vacations of health workers and passing paid sick leave legislation. Kristof points out that flattening the curve is our best option, saying, “we are much better off if 100 million Americans contract the coronavirus over 18 months than over 18 weeks.”

APB’s Wes Moore joined Stephania Ruhle on MSNBC to explain the extreme risks that coronavirus poses on the poor and homeless populations, pointing out that the most vulnerable among us need to be protected in this unprecedented crisis. Moore, who is the CEO of the anti-poverty organization Robin Hood NYC, highlighted the dangers for the homeless who rely on resources such as shelters and food banks, as well as to the many working people in our society who are “one shock away” from poverty.

Shark Tank star and speaker Daymond John knows that COVID-19 has caused a difficult time for many, but he advises all employees who are temporarily working from home to make the most of a bad situation and treat the time saved on commuting as an opportunity to invest in yourself.  John advises an entrepreneurial mindset, advocating utilizing the time saved when you might normally be on the train or sitting in traffic to be put towards learning a new skill or talent to build your own utility and value. This progress-oriented mindset can alleviate stress by providing an outlet; asays John: “make sure you keep investing in yourself because true entrepreneurs always know that change is going to happen.” 

Speaker and CNN National Security Analyst, Juliette Kayyem has a warning for the United States: even with the government’s response on the coronavirus (COVID19), many people will be in peril unless they take the proper precautions. Kayyem wrote in the Atlantic that the U.S. is anything but prepared without sound guidance. As the former federal and state homeland-security official, Kayyem, who studied safety and resiliency issues and advises companies on their emergency response plans, emphasizes that what will help this epidemic is to be “calm.”  

A former White House communications director, noted political and digital strategist, Pod Save America co-host, CNN contributor and best-selling author, Dan Pfeiffer recently released his new book title Un-Trumping America: A Plan to Make America a Democracy Again. Drawing from his experience in Democratic politics, Pfeiffer targets and calls for Democrats to accept the progressive solutions supported by current party nominees, such as abolishing the electoral college. 

March is Women's History Month, a time to honor and celebrate the triumphs of the trailblazing women who have paved the way for change and progress. APB continues to represent a number of speakers on women's issues, from award-winning actresses and activists to journalists, best-selling authors, entrepreneurs and innovative global leaders. Below, we have highlighted some of our most talked-about and requested female voices. Responsible for inspiring millions, these women continue to empower audiences worldwide:

Porchlight Books just released a list of their 15 best-selling business books of 2019 and Range, by APB speaker David Epstein is #4, ahead of Marc Benioff, Brené Brown, Chip Conley and others! Range has been an accolade magnet ever since its buzzed-about release, when it shot to #1 on The New York Times Bestseller List. Since then, it has been named one of Amazon’s Best Business and Leadership Books of 2019, Apple’s Best Audiobooks of 2019, Inc.’s Must-Read Books for Entrepreneurs in 2019, Bookpal’s Outstanding Works of Literature 2019 Longlist and Porchlight’s Business Book Awards Longlist. This latest honor from Porchlight is derived from the immense and far-ranging readership that Range has found this year, being a book that challenges conventional wisdom and makes readers think and rethink their assumptions about everything from business to parenting.

A six-time IndyCar winner, runner up on Dancing with the Stars and sought-after motivational speaker, James Hinchcliffe returns to Andretti Autosport for the next three races of the season. A recent article with AP News highlights Hinchliffe’s career and his outstanding success with Andretti Autosport. He is extremely excited to return to the sponsorship and pick up where he left off, saying, “Being able to start the new year with…my reunion with Andretti Autosport just really makes it feel like the momentum is going our way.” Hinchliffe won his first IndyCar title back in 2013 with Andretti.