Contested Continent: The Struggle for North America, c. 1000–1680
Explore the contested history of North America from early Indigenous and European claims through the 17th century. This lecture analyzes shifting power dynamics, border ideas, and colonial encounters, presented by the Commonwealth Club in San Francisco.
A Story for Everything: An Afternoon with Corey Rosen, Host of 'The Moth'
An afternoon with Corey Rosen, host of The Moth, at the Commonwealth Club. Rosen shares intimate personal stories and storytelling craft in an engaging, thoughtful talk that shines a light on the art of spoken narrative in San Francisco.
Jonathan Weber: City on the Edge, the Fight for the Soul of San Francisco
Jonathan Weber discusses the high-stakes fight over San Francisco's soul, examining urban policy, housing, and civic identity in a provocative evening at the Commonwealth Club.
Unapologetic Deliciousness: Separating Nutrition Science from Nutrition Noise
An engaging public talk dissecting how nutrition science is distorted by sensational noise and fad diets. The speaker breaks down evidence, clarifies what the science does and doesn't say, and offers practical takeaways for evidence-based eating at the Commonwealth Club in San Francisco.
Eric Ries: Why Good Companies Go Bad and How Great Companies Stay Great
Eric Ries dives into why good companies slip and how great ones stay great, applying lean-startup ideas like experimentation, customer feedback, and adaptable culture to real-world business. A compelling public lecture at the Commonwealth Club in San Francisco.
Barbara McQuade: Saving America from a Mob-Style Government
Renowned legal analyst Barbara McQuade examines how mob-style governance threatens American democracy and what individuals can do to safeguard institutions. A timely, accessible talk at the Commonwealth Club in San Francisco.
San Francisco Pride Fourth Annual Human Rights Summit
The San Francisco Pride Fourth Annual Human Rights Summit at the Commonwealth Club brings together policymakers, advocates, and professionals for panels and talks on LGBTQ+ rights, civil liberties, and inclusive leadership in an iconic city venue.
250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence
Join Humanities West as they mark the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with a thoughtful history lecture at the Commonwealth Club in San Francisco. Scholars explore the enduring meanings, debates, and legacy of America's founding document.
Why Women Can't Get Ahead in Science and Health Care
Dr. Jennifer Grandis examines the persistent barriers that keep women from advancing in science and health care, sharing data-driven insights and strategies for equity. This Commonwealth Club talk offers a provocative look at gender dynamics in STEM and healthcare, followed by Q&A in San Francisco.
America @250: What Kind of America Do You Want?
Join a politics-focused evening at the Commonwealth Club in San Francisco for the Healthy Society Series’ America @250. A discussion on what kind of America we want, exploring civic priorities and policy directions in a thoughtful, moderated setting.