VA I Lwinter 2014-2015

D E A R F R I E N D S & N E I G H B O R S ,

When people ask

me why I love

living in Vail, my

immediate response is “the community.” Sure,

the landscape is stunning and the access to

world-class adventures doesn’t hurt, and those

are definitely some of the things that brought me

here almost ten years ago. But when asked why

I stayed, and why I continue to do so, there’s one

undeniable reason that outweighs all the others. The

friends I have here are like family, and the community we all

live, work, and play in is so, so special. It’s a delight and a privilege to be a part of it.

When a recent end-of-season survey asked program attendees to describe

their favorite part of a particular series, one respondent answered by saying she

was surprised to see so many people attending the same programs she attended,

and, even more so, to see so many people she didn’t know had an interest in the

same topics. She reported feeling a greater sense of support and belonging in the

community as a result. That comment gave me goosebumps the first time I read it

and has stuck with me since. Because isn’t that what this is all about?

Sure, the Symposium’s all about education, about thinking and learning, and

expanded world-views. But it’s not about learning and thinking alone, in front of

a book, TV or computer screen in one’s home. It’s about convening together as a

community to do so. It’s about live presentations and discussions with experts. It’s

about discussing the things you learn, and the thoughts those presentations provoke,

with your friends and neighbors before and after the program. And, yes, it’s about

finding your place amongst likeminded individuals in your community.

This season of programming is full of opportunities to do just that, with topics

covering everything from fracking to deep sea diving to body image to coping with

loss; there’s something for everyone in this lineup.

Thanks for your support of the Vail Symposium; I look forward to seeing you at a

program soon.

With best regards,

Tracey Flowerexecut ive d irector

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T H E E N E R G I Z E R B U N N Y C O M E S T O M I N D . A F T E R 4 3 Y E A R S , T H E V A I L S Y M P O S I U M J U S T K E E P S G O I N G A N D G O I N G . A N D G I V I N G .

The Vail Symposium is a grassroots, non-profit organization that has been part of

the vital life, blood, and history of Vail almost since the first piste was put up on the

hill. Our mission is to provide educational programs that are thought-provoking,

diverse and affordable. Yes, this is a community of doers and movers, but is also a

community of thinkers.

Despite what might otherwise be the creakiness of age, the Vail Symposium keeps

rising, Phoenix-like, constantly reinventing itself, growing and renewing. As we enter

our 44th year and our winter season, we are fresh, invigorated and bursting with

creative ideas and energy.

This winter season, we will again indulge your taste for timely geo-political

themes and presentations. We will sprinkle in our popular Unlimited Adventure

programming, and whet your intellectual appetite with our Speaking Financially

series, Hot Topics, and our expanding exploration of “consciousness”. The

controversy over fracking, the brave frontiers of regenerative medicine, the marijuana

controversy, open-ocean free diving, body image, sleeping on volcanoes, and even a

“map of heaven” are all on our plate this winter season. And yes, there’s even more.

Join us. Dig in with us. Enjoy this feast for the mind.

We are excited to take you on this journey of

intellectual adventure.

The Vail Symposium is growing. We hope you

will grow with us.

As always, we are looking forward to taking

the journey with you hand-in-hand. And mind

to mind.

With all best wishes,

Rohn K. Robbinscha irman, board of d irectors

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e x e c u t i v e d i r e c t o rTracey Flower

p r o g r a m & d e v e l o p m e n t

m a n a g e rKristen Van Norman

m a r k e t i n g m a n a g e r

Jonny Stevens

b o a r d o f d i r e c t o r s

cha irman

Rohn K. Robbins

treasurer

Rob LeVine

Pam Brandmeyer

Nancy Burton

Gary Gilman

Jay Huffard

Laurie Kleisinger

Andy Kaufman

Julia Littman

Maricela Luevanos

Dale & Jeanne Mosier

Don Rogers

James C. Ruh

Eric Wiseman

a d v i s o r y c o u n c i lMichael Balk

Pam Bard

Doris Dewton

Kat Haber

Elaine Kelton

Michael Losier

Jamie Metzl

Liana C. Moore

Brian Nolan

JK Perry

Kathi Renman

Pamela Smith

h o n o r a r y b o a r d

Chair Emeritus

Karen Morter

Terry Minger

Priscilla O’Neil

Ebby Pinson

B O A R D & S T A F F M E M B E R S

M I S S I O NThe Vail Symposium is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated

to year-round lifelong learning for the Vail Valley community through

educational programs that are thought-provoking, diverse and affordable.

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P R O G R A M H I G L I G H T S• Celebrating 50 years of the Wilderness Act, John Fielder addressed the importance

of wilderness and the beauty out our backdoor through his stunning photography.• John White, the electric and ambitious Louisiana State Superintendent, discussed

his stance on Common Core standards and shared how his experiences working in the nation’s most difficult school districts in New York and New Orleans have made him one of the foremost renowned names in education reform in the United States.

• Barney Frank discussed the Dodd-Frank Act with Richard Bard in front of an enthusiastic crowd. The discussion included an honest outpouring of information regarding Mr. Frank’s iconic legislation and domestic economic policy.

• Dr. Eben Alexander (who returns this winter), Dr. Raymond Moody, Rosemary Guiley, Kenneth Cohen and other consciousness experts discussed the importance of different facets of consciousness and how awareness of near-death experiences, dreams or ancient healing practices can lead to a healthier life.

*Actual financials through October 2014 and projections for November and December 2014.

I N C O M E *

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For additional information about how to support the Vail Symposium and associated benefits, please call Tracey Flower at (970)476-0954.

The Vail Symposium is a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organization in accordance with Federal Tax Law and is eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions.

patron $2,500+member $1,000 – $2,499lantern $500 – $999candle $250-$499spark $50 – $249

D O N O R L E V E L S

O N L Y % of our income comes

from ticket sales. The

rest comes from you.

All donors receive

complimentary

tickets based on level,

advance notification

and registration for

events, direct mailing

of program brochure,

weekly e-Newsletter,

and acknowledgement

in the bi-annual

program brochure and

on our website.

j o i n , s a v e & s u p p o r tBecome a Member of the Vail Symposium for $1,000/year and receive two complimentary tickets to all of our regular programs for the entire year. A great opportunity to save on door ticket costs and support the future of the Symposium!

s p o n s o rIndividual program and series sponsorships allow you to demonstrate your commitment to the community.

s u p p o r tSpeakers choose Vail for its destination. Help us sweeten the deal with frequent flyer miles and other financial means.

W A Y S T O G I V E

A D D I T I O N A L B E N E F I T S

PATRON MEMBER LANTERN CANDLE SPARK

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General lecture ticket

Invite to donor appreciation event

Invite to one private speaker dinner/year

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P R O G R A M S

Phil Town is the author of Rule #1, The Simple Strategy for Successful Investing in Only 15 Minutes a Week which rose to the top spot on the New York Times best seller list and has since been published in 14 languages. He followed the release of his first financial book with the bestseller Playback Time, Making Big Money Is the Best Revenge!

Town is a regular speaker on the Get Motivated stage sharing his story from turning a borrowed $1,000 into $1 million. Over time, Town has shared the stage with Rudy Giuliani, Jimmy Carter and Colin Powell.

In a Q&A style presentation moderated by Richard Bard, Town will discuss his financial strategies at the Vail Symposium. He will share his journey and strategy that took him from a young river guide in Flagstaff, Arizona - subsisting on minimum wage - to a successful investor consistently improving his fortunes rapidly and radically.

Sponsored in part by Manor Vail Lodge.

Cars in Western Colorado are as littered with fracking or anti-fracking stickers as the headlines seem to be nationwide. The issue has hit Western Colorado on the home front with areas in Garfield County already undergoing fracking practices and more locations proposed.

A panel of pro-fracking and anti-fracking members - and a neutral data projectionist - will set out to educate and answer questions about this muddled topic.

Jim Martin, representing those in favor of fracking, served as the regional administrator for the EPA’s Region VIII where he oversaw all federal environmental laws in six western states as well as on 26 Native American reservations.

Jonathan Moyer from The University of Denver’s (DU) Pardee Center for International Futures will be the neutral panelist/moderator. He is the Associate Director of the Pardee Center and a Research Fellow at the Josef Korbel School of International Studies at DU. His research analyzes trends and pressures driving international conflict (global power transition, climate change, demographic shifts, state failure, and peak oil) using the International Futures model.

Dan Grossman is the Regional Director for the Environmental Defense Fund and has served in the position since 2006. Grossman leads the organization’s efforts to protect land, water, and wildlife in the interior west

Presented in partnership with the Josef Korbel School of International Studies at the University of Denver.

T H E T R U T H A B O U TF R A C K I N G

with j im mart in , jonathan moyer , and dan grossman | hot top ics panel ser ies

t h u r s d a y time: 5:30 p.m. reception and 6 p.m. presentationtickets: $25 in advance i $35 at the door $10 students, teachers, vvypa membersvenue: the donovan pavilion

t u e s d a y time: 5:30 p.m. reception and 6 p.m. presentationtickets: $25 in advance i $35 at the door $10 students, teachers, vvypa membersvenue: tbd

S P E A K I N G F I N A N C I A L L Y P A R T 1 with ph il town | hot top ics f inanc ial ser ies

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photo by scott pasfield

The demand for regenerative medicine options (including stem cells) has exceeded the pace of scientific validation through research. This talk will review currently available regenerative therapies, what to expect in the future and how to maintain your safety, if considering such cutting edge treatment options.

Dr. Maynard Howe is the CEO and Vice Chairman of Stemedica Cell Technologies, the world’s leading developer, manufacturer and distributor of allogeneic stem cell technology that recently received an IND approval from the FDA to initiate stem cell clinical research in the United States.

Dr. David Karli of the Steadman Clinic is among the first to launch a new bone marrow derived stem cell injection program for patients with arthritic conditions and chronic soft tissue disorder of muscle, tendon and ligament.

Dr. Christopher Centeno has extensive experience in the culture expansion of and clinical use of adult stem cells to treat orthopedic injuries. He is CEO of Regenerative Sciences and his medical group operates the world’s largest and oldest stem cell treatment registry focused on orthopedic and musculoskeletal injuries.

The mighty Colorado River stretches nearly 1,500 miles, draining the expansive arid watershed that encompasses seven U.S. and two Mexican states. It begins at La Poudre Pass Lake, just south of the continental divide at 10,184 feet and flows to the Gulf of California.

By kayak, foot, and raft, river explorer Zak Podmore set off to follow the Colorado River from the source of one of its largest tributaries to the sea. From the rolling rapids near the river’s beginning to the trickle of water returning to the watershed after numerous cross-mountain and irrigation diversions, Podmore navigated wilderness canyons, massive reservoirs and irrigation canals.

Through a series of videos and explanations, Podmore will share his experience and tell tales of his 113-day journey. Originally from Glenwood Springs, Podmore claims his expedition helped him gain a deeper understanding of the Colorado River basin, both from researching the water issues currently facing Southwestern communities and exploring the rivers that fuel them.

Presented in partnership with the Town of Vail Public Library and the Eagle River Watershed Council.

S O U R C E T O S E A : D O W N T H E C O L O R A D O R I V E R with zak podmore | unl im ited adventure

t h u r s d a y time: 5:30 p.m. reception and 6 p.m. presentationtickets: $25 in advance i $35 at the door $10 students, teachers, vvypa membersvenue: vail mountain school

T H E P A T I E N T C O N S U M E R :N A V I G A T I N G T H E W A T E R S O FR E G E N E R A T I V E M E D I C I N Ewith dr . dav id karl i , dr . chr istopher centeno and dr . maynard howe | hot top ics panel ser ies | moderated by rohn robb ins

t h u r s d a y time: thursday, january 15, 2015 i 5:30 p.m. reception and 6 p.m. presentationtickets: free i $10 suggested donationvenue: donovan pavilion

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P R O G R A M S

Freediving, also known as “Apnea” – the Greek Word a-pnoia literally meaning “without breath” – is the sport of diving without assistance. The amphibious abilities of freedivers are nearly incomprehensible – how a human can hold his breath upwards of four minutes and dive to depths of more than 300 feet while dealing with water pressures and oxygen deprivation is astounding.

While on assignment in Greece, journalist James Nestor witnessed freediving and its awe-inspiring feats and went on to write Deep: Freediving, Renegade Science and What the Ocean Tells Us About Ourselves.

In Vail, Nestor will give a multimedia presentation that follows freedivers below the surface, and the remarkable and hidden potential of our own species. He will detail the grave dangers faced by freedivers and match that against the tranquility of experiencing the ocean in a simple state of human being.

Presented in partnership with the Town of Vail Public Library.

In January of 2014 the first retail marijuana stores opened for business in Colorado following the passage of Amendment 64 – a landmark ruling legalizing recreational marijuana usage and a measure that was called “an electoral first not only for America, but for the world.” Now, with a year’s worth of hindsight, the impact of marijuana on the state of Colorado and on the legislative measures now being pushed in several other states have come up for discussion.

Sanho Tree is a Fellow at the Institute for Policy Studies and director of its Drug Policy Project, which works to end the domestic and international “War on Drugs” and replace it with policies that promote public health and safety. Brian Vicente served as the co-director of the Amendment 64 campaign and was one of the primary authors of the measure.

Ben Cort is the development manager for the Center for Addiction, Recovery and Rehabilitation. He is a junior fellow at the University of Florida’s Drug Policy Institute and serves on Project SAM (Smart Approaches to Marijuana). Gina Carbone was selected to serve on the working group for Governor Hickenlooper’s Amendment 64 Task Force as an advocate for youth, and public health and safety.

Sponsored in part by The Antlers at Vail.

H I N D S I G H T O F M A R I J U A N A L E G A L I Z A T I O N

with g ina carbone , ben cort , sanho tree , and br ian v icente | hot top ics panel ser ies

moderated by rohn robb ins

t h u r s d a y time: 5:30 p.m. reception and 6 p.m. presentationtickets: $25 in advance i $35 at the door $10 students, teachers, vvypa membersvenue: the antlers at vail

t h u r s d a y time: 5:30 p.m. reception and 6 p.m. presentationtickets: free i $10 suggested donationvenue: the donavon pavilion

O N A S I N G L E B R E A T H : F R E E D I V I N G with james nestor | unl im ited adventure

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Over the decades, Jon Turk has kayaked across the North Pacific and around Cape Horn, mountain biked through the Gobi desert, made first climbing ascents on Baffin Island, and first ski descents in the Tien Shan Mountains in Kyrgyzia.

Citing 40 years of expeditionary and educational experience, Turk shares his stories of interacting with wilderness to raise awareness of cultural and environmental tipping points. Turk will discuss his journey of wandering through real landscapes full of joy and wonder, his tales of physical hardship, and his spiritual journey from losing a loved one to an avalanche, the chemistry laboratory and career as a textbook writer, to the present where he explores the beauty and functional utility of alternative ways of perceiving the world.

Turk is the author of novels The Raven’s Gift, In the Wake of Jomon and Cold Oceans. In 1971, in honor of Earth Day 1, he co-authored the first environmental science textbook in the United States that sold over 100,000 copies and spearheaded the development of environmental science curricula in North America.

Presented in partnership with the Town of Vail Public Library.

Continuing the success of Sleeping on Summits, local mountaineer Dr. Jon Kedrowski set off on a renewed mission to experience American high-alpine beauty. Leading him away from the famed 14ers of Colorado, Kedrowski instead landed on the various Volcanoes dotting the American West Coast. In this talk, Dr. Jon will share elements, stories and snapshots from climbing and ski-mountaineering Mount Everest, Pakistan, sleeping on the Colorado 14er summits, and most recently climbing and skiing the Cascade Volcanoes in 2014.

Dr. Jon has found himself in very precarious situations while on expedition. Some are downright funny. Others are terrifying – such as an expedition up Everest in May of 2012 when he witnessed and survived the worst tragedy on the mountain since 1996. He has also enjoyed the pure beauty of the mountains, watching the sun set from the top of each of Colorado’s famed 14ers.

His recent adventures and fame as a leading American mountaineer spawn from a passion for exploring high alpine areas. He relates his expeditions to setting goals in life and achieving them through teamwork and work/life balance. The program will include intimate stories from the mountain tops, mountain sides, and even the basecamp of home.

Presented in partnership with the Town of Vail Public Library.

T H E H I G H L I F E : D A Y S A N D N I G H T S O N T H E T A L L E S T P E A K S I N T H E W O R L Dwith dr . jon kedrowsk i | unl im ited adventure

T H E S P I R I T O FD E E P W I L D E R N E S Swith jon turk | unl im ited adventure

t h u r s d a y time: 5:30 p.m. reception and 6 p.m. presentationtickets: free i $10 suggested donationvenue: the town of vail public library

t h u r s d a y time: 5:30 p.m. reception and 6 p.m. presentationtickets: free i $10 suggested donationvenue: the donovan pavilion

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P R O G R A M SP R O G R A M S

Why is it a bad thing to run or throw like a girl? Why do women feel compelled to spend countless hours and dollars on their looks over the course of their lives? What the heck is a thigh gap and why are women supposed to want one? Why do the media insist on fueling the idea that being sexy is empowering? What drives these thoughts and actions and how damaging are they to young boys and girls, women and men, and society as a whole? And, what is being done, and what more can we do, to repair the damage?

This panel presentation features Caroline Heldman, Ph.D., a politics professor at Occidental College in Los Angeles and contributor to popular documentary film projects “The Mask You Live In” and “Missrepresentation”. Her TedTalk “The Sexy Lie” has garnered over 1 million views.

Danica Lo is the Executive Editor at “Epicurious” and authored the book How Not To Look Fat. She has worked for more than a decade in the fashion industry as the Senior Online Fashion and Beauty Editor at “Glamour”, columnist at the “New York Post” and Contributing Style Editor at “VMan.”

Seher Ali works with the SPARK Movement, a girl-fueled activist movement to demand an end to the sexualization of women and girls in media.

Locally, Dr. Jill Squyres is a psychologist and one of the few health professionals specializing in body image issues in children, young adults and adults in the Vail Valley.

Presented in partnership with The Women’s Foundation of Colorado.

Christopher Hill is the Dean of the Josef Korbel School of International Studies at the University of Denver. He served as the United States Ambassador to Iraq, 25th Assistant Secretary of State for East Asian and Pacific Affairs, United States Ambassador to Korea, United States Ambassador to Poland and the United States Ambassador to Macedonia.

His knowledge of international affairs is unprecedented. Leading up to his speaking date on March 2, Christopher Hill

will select an area of the world,or an international issue which he will discuss in detail. There will be opportunity for the audience to ask Hill questions about volatile areas in the world. Stay tuned to www.VailSymposium.org to find out what Hot Spot he chooses and what message he will deliver to the audience.

Sponsored by Alpine Bank and Presented in Partnership with the Josef Korbel School of International Studies at the University of Denver.

H O T S P O T S W I T HC H R I S T O P H E R H I L L hot top ics s ignature speaker ser ies

m o n d a ytime: 5:30 p.m. reception and 6 p.m. presentationtickets: $10 in advance | $15 at the door $5 students, teachers, and vvypa membersvenue: the donovan pavilion

Y O U R B O D Y , Y O U R I M A G E seher ali , dr. caroline heldman, danica lo, and dr. j ill squyres

hot top ics panel ser ies | moderated by j i ll lammers

t h u r s d a y time: 5:30 p.m. reception and 6 p.m. presentationtickets: $10 in advance | $15 at the door free for students and teachersvenue: vail christian high school

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“An eye for an eye only ends up making the whole world blind.” – Mahatma GandhiThe absence of conflict does not define peace; rather, a definition of peace is resolving

conflicts without the means of violence and physical force. American history is dotted by individuals who reached for the greater good without lifting a finger in violence toward the opposition.

Recent and continuous disputes in the United States and abroad have brought violent disagreement back to the headlines. Racial disputes, power struggles and protests have been met with violence on both sides.

American political scientist and University of Denver professor Erica Chenoweth has researched civil resistance and outlines why nonviolent conflict resolution has been historically successful and will continue to be a successful means of resolving domestic and international disputes. Chenoweth will look at recent disputes and the violence that interrupts an outcome, as well as instances in history where the greater good has been achieved through peace.

Presented in partnership with the Josef Korbel School of International Studies at the University of Denver.

The New York Times best-selling author of Proof of Heaven returns to Vail to illustrate his recent year of further exploration of near-death experiences. With exciting new work being unveiled in a to-be released book, Dr. Alexander will look at how science, religion and ordinary people are proving the afterlife.

Since Proof of Heaven, Dr. Alexander has come to realize that sharing his story has allowed peo-ple to believe what so many others, dating from ancient times, have reported: there is more to life, and to the universe, than a single earthly existence. In recent research, Dr. Alexander has met and heard from many individuals, studied many of the world’s religious traditions, met with philoso-phers and openly heard what various parties have had to say about the soul’s survival of death.

Dr. Alexander will share how these stories resonated with his personal experience and other reports of a life after death, and how this metaphysical journey can explain who we really are and what our true destiny really is.

*Workshop also available (see page 16 for more information).

M A P O F H E A V E N with dr . eben alexander

l iv ing at your peak consc iousness ser ies

N O N V I O L E N T C O N F L I C TR E S O L U T I O Nwith er ica chenoweth hot top ics s ignature speaker ser ies

t h u r s d a y time: 5:30 p.m. reception and 6 p.m. presentationtickets: $10 in advance i $15 at the door $5 students, teachers, vvypa membersvenue: the grand view i lionshead parking structure

m o n d a y time: 5:30 p.m. reception and 6 p.m. presentationtickets: $25 in advance i $35 at the door $10 students, teachers, vvypa membersvenue: tbd

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P R O G R A M S

Although mediums – individuals who experience regular communication with the deceased – are often stereotyped as charlatans based on the historical prevalence of such characters,

modern mediumship research includes studies of the accuracy of mediums’ statements under controlled conditions as well as examinations of their psychology, physiology,

neurobiology, and experiences. Dr. Beischel will discuss her work with a team of 18 laboratory-tested mediums. Her research findings provide empirical

evidence for the non-locality of consciousness as well as the ability of people (mediums and non-mediums alike) to connect with minds no longer bound by the physicality of the brain.

Julie Beischel, PhD, received her doctorate in Pharmacology and Toxicology and is the co-founder and director of research at the Windbridge

Institute. Following the suicide of her mother and an evidential mediumship reading, Dr. Beischel forfeited a potentially lucrative career in the pharmaceutical

industry to pursue rigorous scientific research with mediums full-time. She is the author of numerous peer-reviewed journal articles, academic anthology chapters, and the books Among

Mediums: A Scientist’s Quest for Answers and Meaningful Messages: Making the Most of Your Mediumship Reading and is the editor of the series From the Mouths of Mediums.

*Workshop also available (see page 16 for more information).

Topics in the Financial Series cover of-the-moment trends and practices in the financial industry, and discuss economic issues of all kinds. Previous speakers include David Rubenstein, Barney Frank and David Walker.

Stay tuned to www.VailSymposium.org and the Vail Symposium’s social media accounts for a special announcement regarding the name of the second speaker in this popular series.

S P E A K I N G F I N A N C I A L L Y P A R T 2 speaker to be announced hot top ics f inanc ial ser ies

D O E S C O N S C I O U S N E S S S U R V I V E D E A T H ? E V I D E N C EF R O M T H E L A B O R A T O R Ywith dr . jul ie be ischel l iv ing at your peak consc iousness ser ies

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t h u r s d a ytime: 5:30 p.m. reception and 6 p.m. presentationtickets: $25 in advance i $35 at the door $10 students, teachers, vvypa membersvenue: tbd

m o n d a ytime: 5:30 p.m. reception and 6 p.m. presentationtickets: $25 in advance i $35 at the door $10 students, teachers, vvypa membersvenue: tbd

In 1997, Jeff Olsen experienced a horrific automobile accident which inflicted multiple life threatening injuries, including crushing both his legs. He had 18 surgeries and spent six months in the hospital. His left leg was amputated above the knee. The most devastating outcome of the accident was the loss of his wife and youngest son, both killed instantly.

Overwhelmed by his own life-threatening injuries, Jeff had a profound near-death experience in which he met his wife on the other side, who told him he couldn’t stay and had to return. That glimpse into heaven gave him the courage he needed to carry on and care for his living son. The experience allowed him to rebuild a deep and meaningful life.

Olsen will share tools and insights for life transformation. He shares what he has learned from not only leaving his body at the time of the accident, but also in continued dreams and communications with angels and deceased loved ones. Learn how to embrace perfection and find wholeness trough tragedy. Discover tools that will assist anyone to choose joy in life and transform faith and hope into absolute trust.

Esther George is the president and chief executive officer of the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City and a member of the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC), which has authority over U.S. monetary policy. George joined the Fed in 1983 and served much of her career in the Division of Supervision and Risk Management. She is the former chair of the Federal Reserve System’s Community Banking Organizations Management Group and has also served as the acting director of the Federal Reserve’s Division of Banking Supervision and Regulation at the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System in Washington, D.C.

In a Q&A style presentation moderated by Richard Bard, former Chairman of the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City, George will discuss the role of the Federal Reserve and the state of the U.S. economy, as well as her experience with overseeing the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City, which covers the 10th District of the Federal Reserve – Colorado, Kansas, Nebraska, Oklahoma, Wyoming and portions of Missouri and New Mexico. The Fed in Kansas City is second only to the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco in size of geographic area served.

S P E A K I N G F I N A N C I A L L Y P A R T 3 w i th esther george | hot top ics f inanc ial ser ies

C H O O S I N G J O Y A F T E R T R A G I C L O S S

with jeff olsen | l i v ing at your peak consc iousness ser ies

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t h u r s d a ytime: 5:30 p.m. reception and 6 p.m. presentationtickets: $25 in advance i $35 at the door $10 students, teachers, vvypa membersvenue: tbd

m o n d a ytime: 5:30 p.m. reception and 6 p.m. presentationtickets: $25 in advance i $35 at the door $10 students, teachers, vvypa membersvenue: tbd

During this unique workshop, you will hear about spontaneous, induced, and assisted after-death communications (ADCs) and learn specific techniques that you can use to hear directly from your loved one. In addition, two laboratory-tested mediums will discuss their experiences, respond to questions, and provide messages from those who have passed to attendees during gallery-style readings*.

*”Gallery-style” readings means that readings will be random and not everyone will receive a message. Also, the messages that are given are a representation of the work and should not be considered the same as what one would receive in a full, private session.

t u e s d a ytime: 3-7 p.m.tickets: $50 (space is limited, pre-registration encouraged)venue: the town of vail public librarypresented by the windbridge institute, llc

C O N S C I O U S N E S S W O R K S H O PW I T H D R . J U L I E B E I S C H E Lafter-death communicat ion : instruct ions , d iscuss ions , and demonstrat ions

Join New York Times bestselling author Eben Alexander, M.D. and founder of Sacred Acoustics, Karen Newell, in a workshop exploring consciousness through unique sound meditation. During the workshop, Eben will draw on experiences from his near-death experience and journey in the afterlife, highlight findings from current research on science and spirituality, and discuss the lessons and enigma of consciousness. Karen will briefly explain what brain entrainment is and then will lead a group experiential that utilizes sounds as tools to bring us quickly into a deep meditative state of oneness – without having to go through a near-death experience. Q&A follows with a discussion on how to bring the insights from meditation into everyday living.

t u e s d a ytime: 4-7 p.m.tickets: $35 in advance | $45 at the door (space is limited, pre-registration is encouraged)venue: the antlers at vailpresented by eternea and sacred acoustics

C O N S C I O U S N E S S W O R K S H O PW I T H D R . E B E N A L E X A N D E Retern ity of souls : explor ing consc iousness w ith sound

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Cheese, wine, chocolate, art and expertise across these indulgences have revamped this popular Valentine’s Day event, which doubles as the Symposium’s winter fundraiser. Re-presenting Perfect Pairings, bring your date and sample Hors d’oeuvres, fine cheeses and chocolates while sipping wine and learning about the pairings from certified sommeliers.

The event will be highlighted by a live-art demonstration by New Orleans and Paris-based exhibitionist and artist Heather Hansen. Heather’s most recent series “Emptied Gestures” has brought her viral attention – more than 6 million views of her online posts – and critical acceptance as a unique performer, designer and fine artist.

Combining the indulgences of romance and inspiration of art, the event promises an incredible Valentine’s Day treat. Discounted tickets available for couples and groups, individuals also welcome.

Perfect Pairings 2.0 is the Vail Symposium’s primary fundraiser for the Winter 2015 season of programs.

Sponsored in part by Larkspur

P E R F E C T P A I R I N G S 2 . 0 with l ive art demonstrat ion by heather hansen

s a t u r d a y time: 6-10 p.m.tickets: $200 individual | $350 couples$1,400 table sponsorship (10 tickets)venue: larkspur

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C A L E N D A R O F E V E N T S

F R A C K I N Gthursday , december 18

The Donovan Pavilion

S P E A K I N G F I N A N C I A L L Y P A R T Ituesday , december 30

TBD

S O L D O N S T E M C E L L S : B R E A K T H R O U G H S A N D A P P L I C A T I O N

thursday , january 8The Vail Mountain School

S O U R C E T O S E A : D O W N T H E C O L O R A D O R I V E R

thursday , january 15The Donovan Pavilion

H I N D S I G H T O F M A R I J U A N A L E G A L I Z A T I O N thursday , january 22

The Antlers at Vail

O N A S I N G L E B R E A T H : F R E E D I V I N G thursday , january 29

The Donovan Pavilion

T H E S P I R I T O F D E E P W I L D E R N E S S thursday , february 5

Town of Vail Public Library

P E R F E C T P A I R I N G S 2 . 0 saturday , february 21

Larkspur

T H E H I G H L I F E : D A Y S A N D N I G H T S O N T H E T A L L E S T P E A K S O F T H E W O R L D

thursday , february 26The Donovan Pavilion

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H O T S P O T S W I T H C H R I S T O P H E R H I L Lmonday , march 2

The Donovan Pavilion

Y O U R B O D Y , Y O U R I M A G Ethursday , march 5

Vail Christian School

N O N V I O L E N T C O N F L I C T R E S O L U T I O N W I T H E R I C A C H E N O W E T H

thursday , march 12The Grand View

M A P O F H E A V E Nmonday , march 16

TBD

D R . E B E N A L E X A N D E R W O R K S H O Ptuesday , march 17

The Antlers at Vail

S P E A K I N G F I N A N C I A L L Y P A R T I Ithursday , march 19

TBD

D O E S C O N S C I O U S N E S S S U R V I V E D E A T H ? E V I D E N C E F R O M T H E L A B O R A T O R Y

monday , march 23TBD

D R . J U L I E B E I S C H E L W O R K S H O Ptuesday , march 24

Town of Vail Public Library

C H O O S I N G J O Y A F T E R T R A G I C L O S S monday , march 30

TBD

S P E A K I N G F I N A N C I A L L Y P A R T I I Ithursday , apr il 9

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T I C K E T & G E N E R A L P R O G R A M I N F O

r e s e r v e i n a d va n c e & s a v eDid you know you can receive $10 off the ticket price of most programs just by

purchasing your tickets in advance? Just go to www.vailsymposium.org or give us a call at 970-476-0954 before 2 p.m. on the day of a program to receive $10 off the door price. Tickets must be paid for at the time of purchase to receive the discount. Students, teachers and members of the Vail Valley Young Professionals Association

(VVYPA) may be eligible for an additional discount.

t i c k e t s a l e sPlease note all ticket and/or pass sales are final and non-refundable. Tickets

and passes must be paid for at the time of purchase and are transferable. Complimentary tickets offered to donors per the benefits are transferable.

t i c k e t d o n a t i o n sIf you are unable to attend a program, please call our office at 970-476-0954 to

donate your tickets to area students. You will receive a tax acknowledgement for each ticket you return and the sincere gratitude of the Vail Symposium.

p r o g r a m o f f e r i n g sWe are not a political organization. We strive to present speakers who can address

thoughts and ideas from all viewpoints. Our speakers’ views do not necessarily represent the views of the Board and the Vail Symposium.

t h i r d pa r t y m a t e r i a l sNo third party materials will be distributed or handed out at Vail Symposium

programs, events or meetings without the prior consent of the Executive Director, Board Chair or Program Committee Chair. All materials must be submitted at

least 48 hours in advance of a program, event or meeting for consideration. No exceptions. No guarantees.

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o r d e r i n g t i c k e t s i s e a s y ! Complete and return this form to P.O. Box 3038, Vail, CO 81658 or fax it to us at 970-476-0710. You may also make ticket purchases online

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12.18.2014 Fracking I Panel $2512.30.2014 Speaking Financially Part I I Phil Town $25 01.08.2015 Stem Cells I Panel $2501.15.2015 Source to Sea on the Colorado River I Zak Podmore Free01.22.2015 A Look Back at Marijuana I Panel $2501.29.2015 Freediving I James Nestor Free02.05.2015 The Spirit of Wilderness I Jon Turk Free02.21.2015 Perfect Pairings 2.0 I Winter Fundraiser $200 | $350 | $1,400

02.26.2015 The High Life: Days and Nights on the Tallest Peaks of the World I With Dr. Jon Kedrowski Free03.02.2015 Global Hot Spots I Christopher Hill $1003.05.2015 Body Image I Panel $1003.12.2015 Nonviolent Conflict Resolution I Erica Chenoweth $1003.16.2015 Map of Heaven I Dr. Eben Alexander $2503.17.2015 Dr. Eben Alexander Workshop $3503.19.2015 Speaking Financially Part II I Chip Kaye $2503.23.2015 Surviving Consciousness I Julie Beischel $25 03.24.2015 Julie Beischel Mediums Workshop $5003.30.2014 Choosing Joy I Jeff Olsen $2504.09.2015 Speaking Financially Part III I Esther George $25

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G A R Y G I L M A N M O V E D T O V A I L F R O M B O U L D E R I N 1 9 7 7 , T A K I N G

his first Vail job at the Gondola Ski Shop – a popular memory for many long-time Vail locals – before he founded SteamMaster Restoration and Cleaning in 1978. Before coming to Vail, Gary attended the University of Colorado, where he studied business.

He first became involved with the Vail Symposium after providing feedback to a fellow board member regarding the first Living At Your Peak events. He suggested programs that detail consciousness and offered his help bringing in speakers on the subject. Gary was instrumental in the creation of the Consciousness series, one of the Symposium’s most recent and popular series with speakers such as Dr. Eben Alexander and Dr. Larry Dossey.

Gary’s interest in consciousness came from his favorite course at CU, “Altered States of Consciousness,” where the class learned and practiced meditating twice a week while reading books such as “Be Here Now” by Ram Dass. In the 1980s, Gary had a near-death experience while kayaking the Arkansas River. He didn’t talk about the experience for over 20 years and didn’t possess a vocabulary that could describe what he directly experienced. As more reports of near-death experiences came available, he was compelled to research the topic, and many of the consciousness speakers now visiting Vail are a product of his ongoing effort to learn more about the subject. To date, his favorite lecturers have been Raymond Moody and Stephen A. Schwartz.

Outside of the Vail Symposium, Gary’s passions are in skiing, ski biking and kite boarding. In his younger years, he spent his time snowboarding, kayaking, rafting and playing soccer. He is an active advocate for GMO Labeling and Right To Know Colorado.

Gary’s hope for the Vail Symposium is to attract a steady funding source with large donors that are passionate about programs that allow for continued improvement.

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N A N C Y B E R G S P E N T H E R F I R S T Y E A R S O F M A R R I A G E I N D E N V E R but after a business opportunity took her and her husband to Maryland, the couple vowed that one day they would find their way back to Colorado. In 2004, the two bought their retirement home in Edwards and gradually increased their time in the Valley until they were able to call themselves full-time residents.

As a non-skier or cyclist, Nancy began looking for volunteer opportunities in the valley to supplement winter snowshoeing and hiking activities. She blames fellow Vail hiker Jeanne Mosier for introducing her to the Vail Symposium. She also volunteers at the Vail Valley Medical Center and is a regular at the Town of Vail Public Library.

One of the first Symposium events she attended was at Betteridge Jewelers where she had the opportunity to see the “Heart of the Ocean” necklace from the movie “Titanic”. She was convinced the Symposium had a good heart when champagne was passed around to everyone, volunteers included.

To date, her favorite event has been “Leading Ladies: The Making of Dance of Screen” featuring Erika and Daniel Beahm – the choreographing and movie-producing power couple who created their feature film “Leading Ladies” with no previous experience in cinematic production. Nancy recalls their passion for the arts to be inspiring.

Nancy feels grateful to live in an area where a non-skier or cyclist can enjoy a variety of enriching music, art and educational programs. She says that the Symposium encompasses more than one of these areas and always provides diverse programs and an interesting expansion of knowledge.

Nancy’s hope is that the Vail Symposium continues their great programming so that their support base and attendance grows even more.

V O L U N T E E RS P O T L I G H T

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D O N O R S

The Patrons’ Circle recognizes distinct community members who continue to make a multi-year commitment to the

Vail Symposium. We thank these donors for supporting our future by providing

the foundation for our organization.

Pete and Pat FrechetteRichard Gretz and Doris DewtonDavid and Barbara LeVineCharles and Sandy Lloyd

Todger and Shannon AndersonAlpine Bank Antlers at Vail*Aspen at Streamside*Big Delicious Catering*Clair Global*The Club at Cordillera*Colorado Mountain Express*Cordillera Metro District*Cordillera Property Owner’s Association*Donovan Pavillion*East West Resorts*Gary Gilman and Julie StoxenThe Grand View*Jay and Kirk HuffardSlifer, Smith, and Frampton/ VAREAndrew and Lynn KaufmanGeorge and Lizette Lamb

Rob LeVine and Evelyn PinneyThe Lodge and Spa at Cordillera*Steven and Susan MartonDale and Jeanne MosierMountain Living*Priscilla O’NeillPaul and Wendy RaetherDon and Mary RogersBobbie and Jim Ruh*Alby SegallThriveMD*Town of VailTown of Vail Public LibraryVail Daily*Vail Resorts Echo*Kyle Webb and Allison KrausenWest Vail Liquor Mart*The Westin Riverfront Resort and Spa*Zulu Nyala*

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Lynn AndersonRonnie and Dierdre BakerRichard and Pamela BardGary and Carolyn CageBuck & Holly ElliottCindy EnglesFairfield County Community FoundationKraig and Jill ForbesHarry and Susan FramptonBen and Holly GillPepi and Sheika GramshammerJoan HarnedKenton HopkinsAl and Kathy HubbardArtie and Jodi IsraelReese and Alberta JohnsonDiane Pitt and Mitch KarlinArt and Elaine KeltonNeal and Kathy KimmelJoel and Gloria KoenigTony and Barbie MayerJoe and Brenda McHughBill and Kay MortonJim Picard and Kathi RenmanRohn and Deb RobbinsDavid SchoonmakerThe Short Course at Cordillera*Rod and Beth SliferRichard and Pam SmithMarjorie VickersGeorge and Betsy Wiegers

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Larry and Sandi AgnebergApex Dental*Pam BrandmeyerJim and Connie CameronJeff and Susan CampbellCarol CockrumStan and Mary Ellen CopeSteve and Amy CoyerAndrea EddyJohn and Pam Horan-KatesJohn and Kerma KarolyMaricela LuevanosDan and Deb Luginbuhl

Doug and Anne McNeillWalter and Leila MischerFrank and Allison NavarroBill and Jacque OakesJay and Amy ReganRide the Rockies*David Sanchez*Shaw ElectricTi Amo Ristorante*Laura TumperiBob and June VanourekEric and Patty Wiseman

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*Denotes gift made wholly or partially in-kind

Judd and Gretchen BabcockBang’lz Salon*Penny BankBig O Tires*Bonnie BlechaBol*Joerg and Rita BraunPhil and Sunny BrodskyJeff and Diane BrundageLeRoy and Lavelle CarlsonAlan and Silvia DansonFred Distlehorst Charles Dolan and Susan Mackin-DolanCrosby and Sally FosterEdward’s Station*Golden Bear*Steve and Lee GulottaMartha Head and John FeaginPatti JohnsonLaurie and Terry KleisingerKroenke Charities*Land Title Guarantee Company

Michael and Andrea LeedsJim Palenchar and Liz LynnerPeter MacDonaldFletcher MacNeillHank MaderJ.P and Heather McInernyNina McLemore*Ebby and Lex PinsonKenneth and Connie ScutariPhilip Smith and Jean Graham -SmithStand Up Paddle Colorado*Howard and Cathy StoneJohn TaylorVivian TeetsVail Zip Adventures*Venture Sports*Walkin’ the DogEducation Foundation of Eagle County*Bill WiltoAlyn Park and Jay Wissot

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Alpenrose*Bill and Lorie AmassDavid Auchterlonie and Barbara KellerTom and Tess BackhusJack and Shirley BealRoger and Margo BehlerBetteridge Vail Village Jewellers*Bob’s Place*Boettcher FoundationAlice BooneGus and Eleanore BramanteBennett and Arlene BrummerDon and Joan ChambersAlexandra ChristyDick Cleveland and Kathy LangenwalterTJ ConnersBill and Mary CottonPeter DannTom and Wendy DivinereAbby DixonSharron DorwardAnne EssonSandor FalkLinda Hryckowian and Raymond Finn, Jr.Kathy and Dick FishburnJim and Cookie FlaumMaureen and Gerry FlynnGeorgia FoxFrinje Fashion Boutique*Ann FuscoMorris and Mikki FuternickBob and Susan Gadomski

Nancy GladstoneGlenwood Caverns Adventure Park*Charles GoodinSue GoodinMarshall GordonBobbi and Gene HagermanDan and Chris HavekostDwight HenningerGeorge Henry and Kathy Chandler- HenryAnne HintzBarbara HogoboomLouise H. IngallsPatti JohnsonBob and Karen KernCollier and Ann KirkhamSydney and Ken LawderLeadfoot Lindas*Alice LeedsKathleen LigareBob and Linda LlewellynWilliam and Ann LoperBob and Ann LouthanMary Lamb LucasWard MahankeJack and Leslie ManesMelanna MarcellotRosette MareButch MazzucaTom and Marcia McCaldenSharon McKay-JewettDonald McMahanLuc and Liz MeyerMarie MillmanGail MolloyMarka MoserSuzette NewmanChris OffuttDick and Sally O’LoughlinDorthy Parsons

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Avon Bakery and Deli*Doris BailyPeggy BuchannanMartha ColeRandi DavidCherry and Dan GallagherMontgomery MathiasThomas MoorheadLisa Siegert-FreeSarah and Norm Smith, Jr.Vilar Performing Arts Center*

*Denotes gift made wholly or partially in-kind

Patricia PenwillLisa PonderWilliam PowellRevolution Power Yoga*Pearl RiegerRon and Ann RileyLee Rimel and Gracie CampbellByron and Sally RosePatricia RoweRuggs Benedict*Judith Whetstine and Bob Rush Richard and Aline SandomireCarole SchragenBill and Dorsey SeedLes and Maureen ShapiroJim and Daphne SlevinSarah and Norman Smith, Jr.Stephen SnyderBrian and Paige SodergrenLois and Bert SolomonRobyn SpecthrieLes and Madeline SternMimi and Woody StockwellBarry and Evelyn StrauchKathie TalbotJennifer and Jake Van BeelenNorm VogelWalls + Floors: The Paint BucketRobert and Jill WarnerDeborah WebsterFraidy Aber and Tani WeinerTom WhiteDonna WhittingtonChristina and Jen Wright Hap and Nancy YoungEmily ZeiglerZino Ristorante II*

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Addresses for and directions to all Vail Symposium venues are available at vailsymposium.org/venues. Please call our office at 970-476-0954 for specific

parking information.

t h e a n t l e r s a t va i l680 w. lionshead place | vail | 970.476.2471

From I-70, take exit 176 and proceed west on South Frontage Road toward Lionshead. Take a left on West Lionshead Circle from the Frontage Road. (It is immediately

following the Pedestrian Bridge.) Follow the road as it curves to the left, the Antlers is at the bottom of the hill.

d o n o va n pa v i l i o n1600 s. frontage rd. | vail | 970.477.3699

From I-70, take exit 173 (West Vail) and proceed south and continue east on S. Frontage Rd. parallel to I-70. The Pavilion will be 0.7 mile on the right. Look for the

large stone sign and a playground.

l a r k s p u r458 vail valley dr. | vail

From I-70, take exit 176 (Main Vail/ Vail Village) and proceed onto the South Frontage road heading east. Turn right onto East Meadow Drive. Turn left onto Vail Valley Dr.

Larkspur is on your right at the base of Golden Peak across from Manor Vail.

t h e g r a n d v i e w | l i o n s h e a d pa r k i n g s t r u c t u r e395 e. lionshead circle | vail

Vail’s newest community space on the third floor of the Lionshead Welcome Center. From I-70, take exit 176 (Vail) and proceed west on S. Frontage Road towards Lionshead. Turn left into Lionshead Parking Structure. Free summer parking.

t o w n o f va i l p u b l i c l i b r a r y292 w. meadow drive | vail

From I-70, take exit 176 (Main Vail) and merge onto South Frontage Road towards Lionshead. Take your 2nd left into the Lionshead Parking Structure. Park here. When exiting the parking garage, take a left onto W. Meadow Drive. The Library will be on

your right next to Gore Creek across from Dobson Ice Arena.

va i l c h r i s t i a n s c h o o l31621 hwy 6 | edwards

From I-70, take exit 163 (Edwards), go straight south through all roundabouts. At stoplight, turn right onto US-6/Hwy 6. Proceed for 2.4 miles and turn right at 2nd stoplight into the Vail Christian High School Campus. Presentation will be in

the east building.

va i l m o u n ta i n s c h o o l3000 booth falls rd. | vail

From I-70, take exit 176 (Main Vail/Vail Village). Proceed onto the South Frontage Road heading east. After passing the Vail Golf Course and going under 1-70, turn left

onto Booth Falls Rd. Take your first right into the VMS parking.

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P R O G R A M SAT- A - G L A N C E

12 .18 .2014Fracking

panel

12 .30 .2014Speaking

Financially Part I

ph il town

01 .08 .2015Stem Cells

panel

01 .15 .2015Source to

Sea on the Colorado

Riverzak podmore

01 .22 .2015A Look Back at Marijuana Legislation

panel

01 .29 .2015Freediving

james nestor

02 .05 .2015The Spirit of Wilderness

jon turk

02 .21 .2015Perfect

Pairings 2.0winter

fundra iser

02 .26 .2015The High Life:

Days and Nights on the Tallest Peaks of the World

dr . jon kedrowsk i

03 .02 .2015Global Hot

Spotschr is h ill

03 .05 .2015Body Image

panel

03 .12 .2015Nonviolent

Conflict Resolution

er ica chenoweth

03 .16 .2015Map of Heavendr . eben

alexander

03 .17 .2015Dr. Eben

Alexander Workshop

03 .19 .2015Speaking

Financially Part II

03 .23 .2015Surviving

Consciousness dr . jul ie be ischel

03 .24 .2015Dr. Julie Beischel

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03 .30 .2015Choosing Joy

over Lossjeff olsen

04 .09 .2015Speaking

Financially Part III

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