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APB Speaker Cleve Jones’ Memoir Inspires New ABC Mini-Series ‘When We Rise’

28 Feb 2017

During the 1970’s, APB speaker Cleve Jones pioneered the gay liberation movement alongside such historical figures as Harvey Milk. He recounts his life-long experience with human rights activism in his memoir When We Rise, the book that inspired ABC’s new mini-series of the same name.

APB Speaker Ron Suskind’s Life Animated Nominated for an Oscar

24 Feb 2017

Based on APB Speaker Ron Suskind’s book of the same name, Life, Animated is an inspirational movie you won’t want to miss that has now been nominated for an Oscar for Documentary Feature! Directed by Academy Award winner Roger Ross Williams, Life, Animated has been playing in select theaters across the country.

Featured on NBC: APB's Albert Manero is Changing Lives through Limbitless

19 Jan 2017

APB speaker Albert Manero, recent Ph.D. recipient in mechanical engineering from University of Central Florida, was inspired by families in need to create Limbitless, an organization that provides mechanical limbs for children.

APB Speaker Larry King: 9 Lessons on Becoming a Master Communicator

16 Dec 2016

A long time APB speaker, Larry King is an expert at communicating with others. So, what are King’s tips, tricks, advice as an icon? He shares 9 lessons on mastering communication.

APB Speaker Ron Suskind & Family Featured on 20/20

22 Nov 2016

On November 25th at 10pm ET, 20/20 on ABC will be broadcasting an hour-long special on APB speaker Ron Suskind and his family’s 20 year inspiring journey with their son Owen.

APB's Sybrina Fulton on ‘People’ Magazine’s List of Top 25 Women Changing the World

18 Nov 2016

Since the death of her 17-year-old son, Trayvon Martin, APB speaker Sybrina Fulton has become an inspiring spokesperson for parents and concerned citizens nationwide. Her dedication to make a change landed her on People magazine’s list of Top 25 Women Changing the World. Fulton’s goal is to end senseless shootings in America, like the one that took the life of her son.

APB Speaker Kareem Abdul-Jabbar to Receive the Presidential Medal of Freedom

18 Nov 2016

Widely recognized for his legendary athletic career as the NBA’s all-time leading scorer and a six-time NBA champion, APB speaker Kareem Abdul-Jabbar will soon add the Presidential Medal of Freedom to his impressive resume.

APB's Alyssa Mastromonaco Publishes Letter Encouraging Young Women to Move Forward Post Election Results

14 Nov 2016

Former Obama Deputy Chief of Staff, COO of Vice Media and APB speaker, Alyssa Mastromonaco penned an encouraging letter for young women in the aftermath of the 2016 Presidential election. In her letter, Mastromonaco detailed her time with democrats John Kerry, Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton, drawing on past experiences to empathize with young women across the nation.

31 Oct 2016

APB speaker Tawakkol Karman, a human rights activist and Nobel Laureate, was awarded the 2016 Freedom Award by the US National Civil Rights Museum. This award is granted to individuals who have contributed to civil and human rights around the world and to those who have paved the way for future leaders and movements. Past winners include Nelson Mandela, former President Bill Clinton and the Dalai Lama.

18 Oct 2016

APB speaker Steve Pemberton has uplifted many with his story of overcoming adversity against all odds and inspiring hope, determination and forgiveness. Following the success of his best-selling memoir, A Chance in the World, Pemberton recently announced the book’s film adaptation.