Jonathan Alpeyrie, who was born in Paris in 1979, immigrated to the US in 1993. He studied medieval history at the University of Chicago, where he eventually earned his degree after graduating from the Lycée Français de New York in 1998. While still an undergraduate, Alpeyrie began his career as a photographer for local Chicago newspapers. Over the course of his... read full bio
The creator of the Emerging World weekly, Afshin Molavi, is a Senior Fellow at the Johns Hopkins University School of Advanced International Studies' Foreign Policy Institute. Molavi has logged hundreds of thousands of kilometers around the world as a former journalist, geopolitical risk analyst, and World Bank employee, documenting our reality in unexpected ways. Molavi talks extensively about geopolitical risk, global... read full bio
With over ten years of experience in TV, radio, and digital journalism, Suzanne Kianpour is an Emmy-nominated journalist who has been on the front lines of some of the biggest breaking news stories in the world. She offers insight and analysis on important political and foreign policy issues based on her extensive on-the-ground experience both domestically and abroad, as well... read full bio
Welcome.US's CEO is Nazanin Ash. The International Rescue Committee, which helps people in distress in more than 40 countries and resettles refugees in 25 U.S. cities, is where she most recently served as vice president of Global Policy and Advocacy. Ms. Ash previously led the Middle East Partnership Initiative and worked to promote political and economic transformation in the Middle East... read full bio
Manuel Muñiz is a professor of international relations practice and the provost of IE University in Madrid. In his capacity as provost, he plays a significant role in IE's strategic growth and is in charge of its global expansion and strategic partnerships. The head of IE's School of Politics, Economics, and Global Affairs (SPEGA) is Muñiz as well. With 1,500... read full bio
Jason Rezaian contributes to the Global Opinions section of the Washington Post. He was the head of the Post's Tehran bureau before. Iranian authorities detained him and held him in prison for 544 days until he was released. He wrote for numerous American and foreign magazines before joining the Washington Post, including TIME, Foreign Policy, the San Francisco Chronicle, Slate,... read full bio
When it comes to creating music that cuts over linguistic and cultural boundaries, MAAHEZ has no boundaries. The Cuban-American producer/DJ, who is still one of the most diverse performers in today's industry, developed a distinctive sound after breaking into the electronic scene among the forerunners of the Global Bass and Moombahton movement. Making his main stage festival debut at Life... read full bio
Blaqout, a powerful force in the electronic music scene, hails from the center of Kansas City. Blaqout enthralls audiences all around the world with their relentless energy and arsenal of bass-heavy tunes. Driven by a desire for invention and influenced by the city's throbbing rhythms, Blaqout's distinctive sound pushes the limits of dubstep by fusing complex melodies with gritty basslines... read full bio
Cincity has a voracious appetite for creative expression. She has traveled to every continent throughout the years, finding her own unique musical style. She continues to experiment as an artist with a constantly changing fusion of sounds and cultures that she comes across while traveling. Her African heritage and her deep love of dance music have blended to give her a distinctive... read full bio
Josh Drean is co-founder of the Work3 Institute and Co-author of Employment is Dead: How Disruptive Technologies Are Revolutionizing the Way We Work, published by Harvard Business Review Press. He is an HR Transformation expert who connects emerging technologies with workplace strategies. Josh’s work has been featured in HBR, Forbes, Fast Company, and MIT Technology and his social media channels... read full bio
As Piri describes it, the origin tale of Piri and Tommy is so extraordinary that it seems like "cosmic coincidence." Piri, who recently graduated from university and lives in neighboring Rochdale, was aimlessly browsing Twitter while Tommy was doing a photo shoot for his band, Porij, which was located in Manchester. Suddenly, a mutual acquaintance uploaded a picture from the... read full bio
Swimming Paul is a Paris-based French DJ and producer who started his musical career in London. BBC Radio 1 swiftly became interested in his second track, "Fading," with help from Pete Tong, Danny Howard, and Jess Iszatt. By regularly posting fan-generated content and strengthening his relationship with listeners, Swimming Paul gained a devoted following. He released his debut album, "Smiling... read full bio
MAKEOUT, a Providence-based band, brings lively, energetic pop-punk to the back of the room. After landing a production deal with John Feldmann, the boys changed their name to MAKEOUT. Feldmann helped the band create their debut album, and through the producer's connections, they were able to tour with blink-182, their idols, and then participate in the last Vans Warped Tour.... read full bio
Actor, comedian, host, and writer Chinedu Unaka has wit, an easygoing attitude, and realistic storytelling that have made him a rising comedy star. He recently worked with Kevin Hart's HARTBEAT Productions to film a stand-up special. Come to the Stage, Are You Still Listening, Don't Tell Comedy, CC Stand Up, Hot Mic, and The Arsenio Hall Late Night Show have all highlighted Chinedu's comic... read full bio
American stand-up comedian Orlando Leyba uses his own life experience and viewpoint to appeal to a wide range of audiences. Orlando has a talent for seeing the humorous side of almost anything. Through his lively storytelling and indisputable likeability, Orlando captivates audiences with his lively manner, inviting them to join him on the exciting journey of his life's experiences. He... read full bio
This brilliant Cuban-American comedian featured on Johnny Carson's Great American Comedy Festival, won the coveted Westside Comedy Competition, was chosen as a NY Comedy Festival "Comic To Watch," made an appearance on NBC's Last Call with Carson Daly, and did a late-night performance on TBS' Conan. Additionally, he is currently a major star of a documentary series called Just For... read full bio
Originating in the northern Minnesota forests, Wild Horses blends rock, western, and folk music traditions. Frontman Jed LaPlant, who has roots in the bluegrass music scene in Minnesota, takes inspiration from the straightforward narrative of traditional music while delivering a musically more dynamic and compelling approach. In the same live performance, Wild Horses creates the capacity to captivate audiences with... read full bio
Boy Golden has been a blue boy, a country boy, a stoner boy, and a guy with a golden voice. Boy Golden is our guide, and he guides us through this next encounter with humor and care. He takes us right down Highway 5 and into For Eden. For Eden is about looking for things, such as dreams, love, and better... read full bio
Ed Service and Jack Madin, from the remote Australian colony of Melbourne/Naarm, are SHOUSE. These two best friends like spending time together playing with drum machines and synths to create weirdo-house music. They occasionally gather the local choir to perform a world anthem. They occasionally conduct choirs of thousands in cathedrals into transcendental rites known as "communitas." Togetherness, singing, dancing, musking,... read full bio
With a style that veers between hip-hop, R&B, rock, and soul, Miss Kaninna, a First Nations performer, is redefining modern music. The rapper, singer, and songwriter has been on a rapid ascent since making waves with her breakthrough debut track Blak Britney. She has become a powerful voice of punk and power in so-called Australia. Blak Britney was... read full bio
