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What if the problem was never that someone was a “bad student,” but that they were being measured by the wrong standard? That question is at the center of Justin Shaifer’s new TEDx talk, “You Weren’t a Bad Student, You Were Taking the Wrong Test.”

From Pride Month programming to student leadership conferences and campus-wide conversations about belonging, these 10 LGBTQIA+ speakers bring powerful stories, lived experience, and practical insight to colleges and universities.

Explore this week’s APB highlights, including why event planners value authentic speaker clips, Pride Month voices, bestselling books, innovation insights, and recent rave reviews.

At a time when many people are looking for steadier leadership and shared purpose, Rye Barcott’s new book, Courage Can Save US, offers a timely reminder: courage is also found in the decision to serve, listen, lead, and stay committed when the work is difficult.

In a recent American Conversations interview, historian Heather Cox Richardson sat down with legendary LGBTQIA+ activist and bestselling author Cleve Jones for a powerful discussion on activism, public health, the AIDS crisis and the importance of remembering the movements that brought us here.

June marks Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month, a time to deepen understanding of the brain, the families affected by Alzheimer’s and dementia, and the caregivers helping loved ones navigate profound change.

David Pogue was recently featured by Next Big Idea Club in “The Apple Way: Creativity, Obsession, and a Little Insanity,” a story highlighting ideas from his book Apple: The First 50 Years. In the piece, Pogue reveals some of the unlikely stories, eccentric personalities, and relentless pursuit of excellence that helped turn Apple into one of the world’s most influential brands.

How do you know if your team is ready for a high-stakes challenge? For Lindy Elkins-Tanton, the answer starts long before the problem shows up. Elkins-Tanton, leader of NASA’s Psyche mission, was recently featured in Next Big Idea Club Magazine in the article “How NASA Teams Solve Problems Before It’s Too Late.”

Every cancer journey is deeply personal, but no one moves through it alone. Survivorship is shaped by medical care, family support, community, advocacy, early detection, resilience and the hope that life after diagnosis can continue with meaning and purpose.

What happens when the winningest contestant in Jeopardy! history sits down with Jason Bateman, Sean Hayes, and Will Arnett? A conversation that's equal parts hilarious, insightful, and unexpectedly thought-provoking. Ken Jennings recently joined the hosts of the hit podcast SmartLess, where he shared stories from his remarkable career, reflected on his journey from trivia enthusiast to cultural icon, and offered his unique perspective on knowledge, curiosity, and lifelong learning.