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!

Dr. Alan J. Russell

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...

Dr. Edward Diener

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...

David Brancaccio

Dissecting Economic Disaster

David Brancaccio

January 20, 2010

Host of NOW on PBS, which airs locally on KVPT, Mr. Brancaccio’s clarity on complex social, political and economic issues shaping America's democracy has illions of viewers turning into his weekly show. Read more...

Robert Fitzpatrick

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...

Juan Williams

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...

Steve Coll

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...