Jack Hanna, popular host of the hit television series, Jack Hanna's Animal Adventures, is one of America's most beloved naturalists and adventurers. Each week, Jack Hanna takes millions of family viewers on exciting journeys to learn about animals and the places they live. What makes the series a success to a broad segment of viewers is Jack Hanna's enthusiasm and... read full bio

Beginning his stage career appearing in the off-Broadway production of La Ronde," James Caan went on to make many notable television guest star appearances early on in his career on such series as "The Untouchables," "Dr. Kildare" and "Get Smart." He is perhaps best known for his Oscar-nominated portrayal of Sonny Corleone in the classic "The Godfather." You don't want... read full bio

James Lecesne has been telling stories for over 25 years. Not only are his stories incredibly human and compelling, they have inspired the creation of two organizations that are literally saving lives as well as changing them. His short film, Trevor, the story of a gay 13 year-old boy who attempts suicide, won the Academy Award for Best Live Action... read full bio

No one knows more about the difficulty of running an effective aid mission than Dr. James Orbinski. The former president of Médecins Sans Fronti ¨res/Doctors Without Borders (MSF) is now using his expertise to help victims in Haiti. A true humanitarian, Orbinski accepted a Nobel Peace Prize on behalf of MSF in 1999 for his leadership during the Rwandan genocide. Recently,... read full bio

Jane Fonda rose to fame in the 1960s with films such as Barbarella and Cat Ballou. She has won two Academy Awards and received several other awards and nominations. After 15 years of retirement, she returned to film in 2005 with Monster in Law followed by Georgia Rule two years later. She also produced and starred in several exercise videos... read full bio

As Jane Goodall first surveyed the mountains and valley forests of the Gombe Stream Chimpanzee Reserve, she had no idea her coming efforts would redefine the relationship between humans and animals or that this project would continue into the 21st century. Dr. Jane Goodall's list of publications is extensive, including two overviews of her work at Gombe - In the... read full bio

With her groundbreaking What Do We Tell Our Children?" essays, Adams deepens her commitment to improving the lives of children. Emmy Award-winning journalist, historian, producer, and publisher, Janus Adams is the author of nine books and creator of the award-winning BackPax children's book-and-audio series. Her commentaries are featured on NPR, and her syndicated column is beginning its fourteenth year. Adams... read full bio

Speaking professionally since 1963, humorist and author Jeanne Robertson has the unique ability to turn personal experiences into humorous presentations that do more than elicit laughter - they make audiences think about her message. In a funny, positive style, Jeanne Robertson talks about accepting things about yourself that cannot be changed, using humor as a personal strategy for success, seeing... read full bio

From his start as first President of eBay, Jeff Skoll has had a track record of launching businesses that result in positive social change. At eBay, Jeff Skoll developed the business plan that the company still follows today, creating entrepreneurial opportunities for individuals around the world. In 1998 Jeff Skoll inspired the company to take an active role in philanthropy,... read full bio

Critically acclaimed actor Jeffrey Wright continually pushes the boundaries of his craft with inspiring and celebrated performances in an illustrious career that has spanned the worlds of theatre, film and television. In addition to acting, Wright is Vice Chairman of Taia Lion Resources and Chairman of Taia Peace Foundation. He also serves on the boards of directors of the Tribeca... read full bio

Jenny McCarthy has has been welcomed into the homes of America as an activist interviewing and speaking on the topic of autism. Her unique ability to articulate the unspoken words of thousands of mothers and fathers across the world was recognized immediately. Her honesty, humility, and humor have enabled her to transcend the boundaries of her roles as comedian,... read full bio

In this candid and compelling memoir, the first lady of South Carolina reveals the private ordeal behind her very public betrayal-and offers inspiration for anyone struggling to keep faith during life's most trying times. Jenny Sanford is best known for the one role she refused to play-that of conventional political spouse standing silently by while her husband went before the... read full bio

Stories help us examine and shape the world we live in. Stories give us hopeful answers and insights to questions no one person can answer on their own -- stories help us share our lives. This is what I love about being a writer. Jerdine Nolen received a B.A. in special education from Northeastern Illinois University and an M.Ed. in... read full bio

Jhumpa Lahiri received the Pulitzer Prize for Interpreter of Maladies, her debut story collection that explores issues of love and identity among immigrants and cultural transplants. With a compelling, universal fluency, Lahiri portrays the practical and emotional adversities of her diverse characters in elegant and direct prose. Lahiri's bittersweet stories avoid sentimentality without abandoning compassion. Jhumpa Lahiri's novel The Namesake... read full bio

Jim Fowler, one of the world's best known naturalists, has presented information about wildlife and wilderness to the American public on television for more than 40 years. Jim Fowler is a professional zoologist and was host of the Emmy Award-winning television show Mutual of Omaha's Wild Kingdom. While Jim Fowler was serving as a host of Wild Kingdom,... read full bio

Jim Stanway, Senior Director - Global Supplier Initiatives, has recently assumed responsibility for Wal-Mart's climate change strategy. This involves business development activities aimed at profitable greenhouse-gas measures for customers and the supply chain. Stanway also serves on the board of Texas Retail Energy, a wholly owned subsidiary of Wal-Mart that buys wholesale power for use at its stores and distribution... read full bio

The most accomplished interpretive folksinger of the 1960s, Joan Baez has influenced nearly every aspect of popular music in a career still going strong after more than 35 years. Joan Baez is possessed of a once-in-a-lifetime soprano, which, since the late '50s, she has put in the service of folk and pop music as well as a variety of political... read full bio

Joan Borysenko, Ph.D., has a powerfully clear personal vision: to bring science, medicine, psychology and spirituality together in the service of healing. Her brilliance as a scientist, clinician and teacher have placed her on the leading edge of the mind/body revolution, and she has become a world-renowned spokesperson for this new approach to health, sharing her pioneering work with a... read full bio

An award-winning television journalist, New York Times bestselling author, sought-after motivational and keynote speaker, successful entrepreneur, and one of America's most recognized and trusted television personalities, Joan Lunden is one of the most visible women in the country. In her refreshingly straightforward style, Joan shares the candid advice that has motivated her throughout her career, inspiring audiences to take... read full bio

Joan Van Ark is perhaps best known for her role as Valene Ewing on TV's Dallas and Knots Landing for 13 seasons.During her thirteen seasons on Knots Landing, Joan Van Ark earned six nominations and wto Soap Opera Digest Awards for Best Actress. Her numerous theater credits include Barefoot in the Park, The School for Wives and The Rules of... read full bio