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Patrick Kennedy + Stephen Fried: Profiles in Mental Health Courage

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PATRICK JOSEPH KENNEDY II (b.1967) is a retired politician and mental health advocate. STEPHEN FRIED is an investigative journalist, non-fiction author, and lecturer who teaches at Columbia University and the University of Pennsylvania.

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Juliet Romeo: Filmmaker, Journalist, Activist

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JULIET ROMEO is an award-winning writer and director known for her dedication to bold, authentic storytelling. A Brooklyn-born Trinidadian filmmaker based in South Florida, she brings her lived experiences as a disabled Caribbean woman into her work, creating narratives that explore identity, resilience, and social justice.

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David Lawrence Jr. — Always Informed

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DAVID LAWRENCE JR.  (b. 1942) retired in 1999 as publisher of The Miami Herald to work in the area of early childhood development and readiness. He chairs The Children’s Movement of Florida, aimed at making children the state’s top priority for investment and decision-making.

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Alan Zweibel Knows Funny

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An original “Saturday Night Live” writer, ALAN ZWEIBEL has won five Emmy Awards for his work in television, which also includes “It’s Garry Shandling’s Show” (which he co-created and produced), “The Late Show with David Letterman” and “Curb Your Enthusiasm.”

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Maya Wiley: Activist, Author, Academic

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MAYA WILEY is the author of “Remember You Are A Wiley.”  She is a nationally known civil rights attorney and activist who has dedicated her life to the fights for justice, equality, and fairness.

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