From biotechnology to Bin Laden,
from the power of a smile to passion about arts,
from public broadcasting to the politics of money...
...an exciting 73rd season for San Joaquin Valley Town Hall!

Exploring Medical Frontiers
Dr. Alan J. Russell
October 14, 2009
Turning fear into hope, medical futurist Dr. Russell will discuss the science of regenerating damaged or diseased human body parts while offering real hope for the future of human health. Read more...

Happiness and Complete Wealth
Dr. Edward Diener
November 18, 2009
Find out the secret of building a healthy mental attitude under the tutelage of Dr. Diener, the Joseph R. Smiley Distinguished Professor of Psychology at the University of Illinois and editor of numerous journals. Read more...

Dissecting Economic Disaster
David Brancaccio
January 20, 2010
Host of NOW on PBS, which airs locally on KVPT, Mr. Brancaccios clarity on complex social, political and economic issues shaping America's democracy has illions of viewers turning into his weekly show. Read more...

Passionate About the Arts
Robert Fitzpatrick
February 17, 2010
Mr. Fitzpatrick has held a rich tapestry of positions that have made him an internationally admired leader in business, education, the arts and entertainment fields. Read more...

A Powerful Mix: Money, Race and Age
Juan Williams
March 17, 2010
As one of America's provocative thinkers, Mr. Williams will share his study of the future implications concerning money, race and age in the new century. Read more...

The Changing World of Terrorism
Steve Coll
April 21, 2010
Having written "the finest historical narrative so far on the origins of al Qaeda" according to The New York Times, Mr. Coll speaks on the development and links of terrorism in Pakistan, India and Afghanistan. Read more...