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and 60 Minutes Contributing Correspondent
One of the most respected journalists in American media, former CBS Evening News anchor Norah O’Donnell is known for her commitment to high-quality journalism, sharp interviews, and global reporting. For more than five years, she served as the managing editor and authoritative presence at CBS News. To commemorate the 250th anniversary of our nation’s founding, O’Donnell will present subjects from her book, We the Women: The Hidden Heroes Who Shaped America, a portrait of unsung women who changed the course of history in their fight for freedom.
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and 60 Minutes Contributing Correspondent
One of the most respected journalists in American media, former CBS Evening News anchor Norah O’Donnell is known for her commitment to high-quality journalism, sharp interviews, and global reporting. For more than five years, she served as the managing editor and authoritative presence at CBS News. To commemorate the 250th anniversary of our nation’s founding, O’Donnell will present subjects from her book, We the Women: The Hidden Heroes Who Shaped America, a portrait of unsung women who changed the course of history in their fight for freedom.
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In more than 25 years at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory, Kobie Boykins has worked on every Mars mission since Pathfinder. He designed solar arrays powering the rovers that sent back images and data, leading to the discovery that there was once water on Mars. Currently, he leads NASA’s Europa Clipper mission to determine if surface ice on Jupiter’s Europa moon holds water beneath it, indicating the capacity for life. Boykins takes us on a journey to a world beyond.
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In more than 25 years at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory, Kobie Boykins has worked on every Mars mission since Pathfinder. He designed solar arrays powering the rovers that sent back images and data, leading to the discovery that there was once water on Mars. Currently, he leads NASA’s Europa Clipper mission to determine if surface ice on Jupiter’s Europa moon holds water beneath it, indicating the capacity for life. Boykins takes us on a journey to a world beyond.
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Award-winning chef and restaurateur, Tyler Florence joined Food Network in 1996 hosting iconic shows like The Great Food Truck Race. He’s written 17 cookbooks, hosted a top-rated podcast, and opened acclaimed restaurants in California and Hawaii. Through his businesses, media presence, and community advocacy, Tyler has become a prominent figure in the culinary landscape. His insatiable quest for what’s current and interesting in the food and lifestyle space puts him at the forefront of new trends. He’s excited to share his latest findings and career lessons with Fresno!
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Award-winning chef and restaurateur, Tyler Florence joined Food Network in 1996 hosting iconic shows like The Great Food Truck Race. He’s written 17 cookbooks, hosted a top-rated podcast, and opened acclaimed restaurants in California and Hawaii. Through his businesses, media presence, and community advocacy, Tyler has become a prominent figure in the culinary landscape. His insatiable quest for what’s current and interesting in the food and lifestyle space puts him at the forefront of new trends. He’s excited to share his latest findings and career lessons with Fresno!
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Local artist Benjamin Boone’s poetry and jazz albums (including with U.S. Poet Laureates Philip Levine and Juan Felipe Herrera) are hailed as “albums of unmistakable…importance” (UK Vibe) and “a vector for the reflection of injustice” (Belgium’s Jazz Halo). Featured on NPR’s All Things Considered and Weekend Edition, Boone is a U.S. Fulbright Scholar to Ghana, Moldova and Ireland, collaborating with global musicians and jazz greats Branford Marsalis, Chris Potter, Kenny Werner, and Ben Monder. Step inside his musical mind and witness the music come to life.
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Local artist Benjamin Boone’s poetry and jazz albums (including with U.S. Poet Laureates Philip Levine and Juan Felipe Herrera) are hailed as “albums of unmistakable…importance” (UK Vibe) and “a vector for the reflection of injustice” (Belgium’s Jazz Halo). Featured on NPR’s All Things Considered and Weekend Edition, Boone is a U.S. Fulbright Scholar to Ghana, Moldova and Ireland, collaborating with global musicians and jazz greats Branford Marsalis, Chris Potter, Kenny Werner, and Ben Monder. Step inside his musical mind and witness the music come to life.
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National Security Agency Head, US Cybersecurity Commander
A career Army officer pivotal in the creation of U.S. Cyber Command, Paul Nakasone was the longest-serving leader of U.S. Cyber Command and the Director of the National Security Agency for six years. Nakasone serves on the Board of Directors of OpenAI, bringing cybersecurity expertise and strategic insight into AI’s global impact. He is regarded as an innovator who broke down silos, promoted collaboration, and created efficiencies needed for mission success in the Intelligence Community. Nakasone will explore the intersection of geopolitics, tech advancement, and national security, and we’ll learn what keeps Paul up at night.
Clovis Veterans Memorial District
National Security Agency Head, US Cybersecurity Commander
A career Army officer pivotal in the creation of U.S. Cyber Command, Paul Nakasone was the longest-serving leader of U.S. Cyber Command and the Director of the National Security Agency for six years. Nakasone serves on the Board of Directors of OpenAI, bringing cybersecurity expertise and strategic insight into AI’s global impact. He is regarded as an innovator who broke down silos, promoted collaboration, and created efficiencies needed for mission success in the Intelligence Community. Nakasone will explore the intersection of geopolitics, tech advancement, and national security, and we’ll learn what keeps Paul up at night.
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In her exploration of the natural world, acclaimed conservationist, bestselling author, and award-winning broadcaster, Lucy Cooke challenges conventional thinking about the animal kingdom. She has written four acclaimed books on animal behavior and evolution, including the bestseller Bitch and the Royal Society Prize-shortlisted The Truth About Animals. Cooke’s latest research challenges assumptions about animal masculinity and aggression. In her new book, Half-Cocked, Cooke draws on cutting-edge zoology and storytelling, exploring what animal behavior reveals about gender, leadership, dominance, group dynamics, and sustainability. Experience Lucy’s brilliance on stage as she shares her latest discoveries.
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In her exploration of the natural world, acclaimed conservationist, bestselling author, and award-winning broadcaster, Lucy Cooke challenges conventional thinking about the animal kingdom. She has written four acclaimed books on animal behavior and evolution, including the bestseller Bitch and the Royal Society Prize-shortlisted The Truth About Animals. Cooke’s latest research challenges assumptions about animal masculinity and aggression. In her new book, Half-Cocked, Cooke draws on cutting-edge zoology and storytelling, exploring what animal behavior reveals about gender, leadership, dominance, group dynamics, and sustainability. Experience Lucy’s brilliance on stage as she shares her latest discoveries.
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Enjoy “A Morning with Christine Baranski.” One of the entertainment industry’s most honored actors, Christine Baranski is an Emmy, two-time Tony, Screen Actors Guild, Drama Desk, and American Comedy Award winner. An unapologetic advocate for female empowerment, she implores audiences to join together to build a better future for women. She has also dealt with overcoming complicated medical hardships with her loved ones. Through candid stories from her life on stage and beyond, Baranski offers a transformative portrait of what it truly means to advocate for others and why it matters now more than ever.
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Enjoy “A Morning with Christine Baranski.” One of the entertainment industry’s most honored actors, Christine Baranski is an Emmy, two-time Tony, Screen Actors Guild, Drama Desk, and American Comedy Award winner. An unapologetic advocate for female empowerment, she implores audiences to join together to build a better future for women. She has also dealt with overcoming complicated medical hardships with her loved ones. Through candid stories from her life on stage and beyond, Baranski offers a transformative portrait of what it truly means to advocate for others and why it matters now more than ever.