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Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing sports from optimizing athlete performance to transforming fan experiences. On Tuesday, Dec. 9 at 1:00 p.m. EST, join Washington Post Live for conversations with leaders in sports, technology and business about the innovations shaping the future of athletics.

Scientific breakthroughs and technological innovation are transforming cancer care and improving outcomes for millions of patients and survivors. On Thursday, Dec. 4, join Washington Post Live for in-depth conversations about the progress made and the future of treatment and care.

Amber Venz Box of LTK and Jo Cronk of Whalar explore how influencers are redefining content, commerce and the future of the creator economy. Then, Poppi co-founder Allison Ellsworth and Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams and Floura founder Jeni Britton share their entrepreneurial paths and how they’ve disrupted the food industry. Conversations recorded on Thursday, Nov. 20, 2025. Event sponsored by Capital One.

Ballet superstar Misty Copeland reflected on her groundbreaking career, the power of representation in the arts, and her journey to becoming the first Black principal dancer at American Ballet Theatre. Next, bestselling author Rebecca Yarros shared the story behind her Fourth Wing series, the impact of BookTok, and how her life as a mother, military wife, and advocate for chronic illness shapes her writing. Conversation recorded on Thursday, Nov 20, 2025. Event sponsored by AARP.

Ukrainian Ambassador to the United States Olga Stefanishyna discussed the pivotal moment in the war in Ukraine, the country’s relationship with the U.S. and her family's experiences. Next, House Republican Conference Lisa McClain talked about the latest from Capitol Hill and her political path from Michigan to Washington. Conversation recorded on Thursday, Nov 20, 2025. Event sponsored by A Better Balance.

Dr. Samir Khleif, CEO of biotech company Georgiamune, and medical researcher Georgina Long joined Frances Stead Sellers to discuss how immunotherapy, AI-assisted drug development and novel therapeutic strategies could transform cancer care. Conversation recorded on Wednesday, October 8, 2025. Event sponsored by Pfizer.

Silicon Valley investor Reid Hoffman and cancer scientist Siddhartha Mukherjee join David Ignatius to discuss their new AI health start-up and the future of scientific discovery. Then, a global roundtable with voices from the Vatican, the United Nations and Kenya on how AI could impact the digital divide, people’s everyday lives and human trust. Conversation recorded on Tuesday, September 23, 2025. Event sponsored by the University of Maryland.

IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva and Google SVP James Manyika joined David Ignatius to discuss how AI could reshape the global economy and workforce. Conversation recorded on Tuesday, September 23, 2025. Event sponsored by the University of Maryland.

Colin Murdoch, president of Isomorphic Labs and Ron Alfa, CEO and co-founder of Noetik, join Washington Post Live to discuss the future of diagnostics, precision medicine, the Trump administration's recent cuts to cancer research and the evolution of cancer care. Conversation recorded on Wednesday, September 17, 2025. Program sponsored by Pfizer

Prominent tech and health care leaders join Washington Post Live to discuss how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing the future of medicine.

Rep. Jake Auchincloss (D-Mass.) joins The Post's Paige Winfield Cunningham to discuss Medicaid, the Affordable Care Act and the GOP budget bill. (1:22) Then, a panel of experts offer perspective on the drivers of health care costs in America (33:26) and ways to harness AI to make the health care more affordable. (44:29) Conversation recorded on Wednesday, June 25, 2025. Program sponsored by Oscar.

Today’s creators are rewriting the rules, reshaping culture, and setting the stage for the future of media. YouTube creators and podcasters Colin Rosenblum and Samir Chaudry join The Post’s Dave Jorgenson from Cannes to break down the evolution of the creator economy (00:05:53), balancing business with authenticity (00:09:40), the rise of personalized AI-driven content (00:25:43), and why “YouTube is the new TV” (00:31:48). Conversation recorded on Monday, June 16, 2025 at the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity.

During Washington Post Live's 'Post Next: Manufacturing' event on Thursday, May 15, 2025, The Post's David J. Lynch spoke with Barbara Humpton, president and CEO of Siemens Corporation about the future of manufacturing and how AI could bring about what she calls the "fourth industrial revolution." Event sponsored by Samsung.

During Washington Post Live's 'Post Next: Manufacturing' event on Thursday, May 15, 2025, The Post's Dan Merica spoke with Rep. Michael McCaul (R-Texas) about the future of manufacturing, the Chips Act and why his home state of Texas is a powerhouse of semiconductor manufacturing. Then, The Post's David Lynch sat with Sen. Todd Young (R-Ind.) to discuss America’s economic competitiveness and his growing concern about the cuts to federal funding for science. Event sponsored by Samsung.

The Post's Frances Stead Sellers speaks with Dr. Shana O. Ntiri and Saint Louis University professor Kimberly Enard about the progress made in cancer prevention and ways to promote trust, access and care in the battle against cancer and disparities that create barriers. Conversation recorded on Tuesday, May 6, 2025. Event sponsored by Pfizer.

The Post’s Sally Jenkins delivers a dynamic talk about what sports can teach us all cultivating our inner champion and athletic heart. Talk recorded on April 23, 2025. Event sponsored by The Executive Leadership Council.

The Post's Bina Venkataraman speaks with Dina Powell McCormick and her husband, Sen. Dave McCormick (R-Pa.), authors of a new book, “Who Believed in You?” They were also joined by Mary Barra, CEO of General Motors. They discussed the power of mentorship, how mentorship fits into the American dream and what we can all learn from failure. Conversation recorded on April 23, 2025. Event sponsored by The Executive Leadership Council.

European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde speaks with The Post's David Ignatius about her stewardship of the European Central Bank at a pivotal moment for the global economy (2:04). Then, Hall of Fame Stanford women's basketball coach Tara VanDerveer joins Sally Jenkins to discuss her storied career and her lasting lessons on leadership (44:00). Conversations recorded on April 23, 2025. Event sponsored by The Executive Leadership Council.

Rep. Brett Guthrie (R-Kentucky), Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute President Martin A. Schmidt and Apptronik CEO Jeff Cardenas discuss the global AI race, the role of education in America’s competitiveness and the future of humanoid robots. Conversation recorded on Tuesday, March 25, 2025.

Experts, advocates and Post reporters share their perspectives on the impact of gun violence on children and communities across America. Conversation recorded on Thursday, March 6, 2025.