Holly Lange: We Don’t Do That Here
The Mississippi Book Festival is a celebration of our state’s greatest contributions to the world of ideas. A small group of people conceived and executed...Read More
Christina Dent: End the War on Drugs for Good
In this heartfelt and thoughtful talk, Christina shares her ideas about the destructive impact of the war on drugs and the mounting evidence that the...Read More
Ralph Eubanks: The Power of Narrative
Ralph Eubanks has studied Mississippi history over a long and distinguished academic and professional career. His talk focuses on the power and significance of documentary...Read More
Nashlie Sephus: The Why and How of Diversity in Tech
Equitable opportunity is a fundamental building block for a thriving economy. Dr. Sephus is a rising star in the world of artificial intelligence software development...Read More
Aisha Nyandoro: Society Flourishes When We Invest in Our Most Vulnerable
The political debate around government programs aimed at alleviating poverty is so noisy, and it can be difficult to avoid stereotypes and remember the universal...Read More
Robert Blaine: The Dignity Economy
The Chief Administrative Officer of the City of Jackson shares his idea for developing a dignity economy, in which policies focused on inclusion could drive...Read More
Robert Hester: The Most Complete Computer Simulation of Human Physiology
A computer simulation of human physiology has already been used to improve the way new drugs and treatment protocols are developed and tested, the way...Read More
Joel Bomgar: Mississippi Myths
Joel Bomgar takes a closer look at readily available data to disprove commonly held misconceptions about our state. His idea is that understanding the truth...Read More
Alex Bostic: Educating Artists
Alex Bostic is a working artist and professor who experienced first-hand the importance of different kinds of support to his own development. He shares ideas...Read More
Adam Collier: Your Passion Will Always Make Room for You
In this heartfelt performance and talk, local favorite musician, AJC, takes the audience on a personal journey through highlights of his career, including composition of...Read More