FAN - Family Action Network

FAN - Family Action Network FAN is a 501(c)(3) organization that curates a speaker series on topics related to human development

February 19th at 7pm CT on Zoom – Shared Wisdom: Cultural Evolution in the Age of AI with Adam Pentland, Ph.D. and Lisa ...
02/06/2026

February 19th at 7pm CT on Zoom – Shared Wisdom: Cultural Evolution in the Age of AI with Adam Pentland, Ph.D. and Lisa Kay Solomon –

Shared Wisdom provides a unique perspective on human society and offers insights into how we can use technologies like digital media and AI to aid, rather than replace, our human capacity for deliberation. Drawing on his expertise in both social science and technology, Pentland bridges the gap between these two disciplines and offers a holistic view of the challenges and opportunities we face in the age of AI.

Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/9717703383166/WN_Ku-fFODaSq-6ZdP-DPFFIg

February 16th at 12pm CT on Zoom – The Way of Excellence: A Guide to True Greatness and Deep Satisfaction in a Chaotic W...
02/02/2026

February 16th at 12pm CT on Zoom – The Way of Excellence: A Guide to True Greatness and Deep Satisfaction in a Chaotic World with Brad Stulberg and Angela Duckworth, Ph.D. –

The Way of Excellence finds convergence between modern science, age-old philosophy, and daily practice to explain that we are wired to strive for excellence—it is what we are here to do, core to our humanity. It is a practical guide to creating, contributing, and actualizing your potential amid the craziness of modern life.

Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/4617699881926/WN_Pijp3OuyR0WAlTxxOTGDJg

February 12th at 7pm CT on Zoom – Of Boys and Men: Why the Modern Male Is Struggling, Why It Matters, and What to Do Abo...
01/28/2026

February 12th at 7pm CT on Zoom – Of Boys and Men: Why the Modern Male Is Struggling, Why It Matters, and What to Do About It with Richard V Reeves, Ph.D. and David Schreiber, MD –

Richard V. Reeves, Ph.D. looks at the structural challenges that face boys and men and offers fresh and innovative solutions that turn the page on the corrosive narrative that plagues this issue. Of Boys and Men argues that helping the other half of society does not mean giving up on the ideal of gender equality.

Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/7817695594009/WN_-KqwtUk4StOiKOkafyEOLw

February 11th at 7pm CT on Zoom – Lucky by Design: The Hidden Economics You Need to Get More of What You Want Hardcover ...
01/27/2026

February 11th at 7pm CT on Zoom – Lucky by Design: The Hidden Economics You Need to Get More of What You Want Hardcover with Judd Kessler, Ph.D. and Corinne Low, Ph.D. –

Whether you want to snag a coveted ticket, secure a spot in an oversubscribed college course, get better matches in the dating and job markets, do your fair share of the household chores (but no more), or more efficiently allocate your time and attention, this must-read guide will show you how to get Lucky by Design.

Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/7417695264994/WN_UQOgYBOKQV2To5mtK4pIng

January 29th at 7pm CT on Zoom – Mattering: The Secret to a Life of Deep Connection and Purpose with Jennifer Breheny Wa...
01/13/2026

January 29th at 7pm CT on Zoom – Mattering: The Secret to a Life of Deep Connection and Purpose with Jennifer Breheny Wallace and Kelly Corrigan –

In Mattering, Wallace makes an urgent case: mattering—the feeling that we are valued and have an opportunity to add value—is a core human need, as essential to our well-being as food and water. And yet, in today’s world, that fundamental need is going unmet, with perilous consequences. With a clear road map and actionable takeaways, she reveals how to unlock this powerful force within ourselves and how to build cultures of mattering in our homes, workplaces,

Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/8017679632473/WN_yQhsdHs6QP2QAzFh5W51_Q

January 29th at 12pm on Zoom – Mattering: The Secret to a Life of Deep Connection and Purpose with Jennifer Breheny Wall...
01/12/2026

January 29th at 12pm on Zoom – Mattering: The Secret to a Life of Deep Connection and Purpose with Jennifer Breheny Wallace and Robert Waldinger MD –

In Mattering, Wallace makes an urgent case: mattering—the feeling that we are valued and have an opportunity to add value—is a core human need, as essential to our well-being as food and water. And yet, in today’s world, that fundamental need is going unmet, with perilous consequences. With a clear road map and actionable takeaways, she reveals how to unlock this powerful force within ourselves and how to build cultures of mattering in our homes, workplaces,

Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/8517678885871/WN_85pb3MDCTxitoOtCfG5X6g

January 22nd at 7pm CT on Zoom – Parenting Anxiety: Breaking the Cycle of Worry and Raising Resilient Kids with Dr. Mere...
01/09/2026

January 22nd at 7pm CT on Zoom – Parenting Anxiety: Breaking the Cycle of Worry and Raising Resilient Kids with Dr. Meredith Elkins and Rebecca Jenkins –

Parenting Anxiety offers concrete, evidence-based guidance for families experiencing everyday anxiety as well as those coping with anxiety disorders. This indispensable resource provides a clear roadmap for helping both children and parents build adaptability, emotional flexibility, and resilience across all stages of development.

Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/8817678096001/WN_IiklOs6EQ8mSvx4YYT1pIw

January 21st at 7pm CT – "Hold These Truths": A Table Reading with Joel de la Fuente and Jeanne Sakata – This event will...
01/08/2026

January 21st at 7pm CT – "Hold These Truths": A Table Reading with Joel de la Fuente and Jeanne Sakata –

This event will be a 90-minute performance of award-winning Hold These Truths, bringing 37 characters to life with only a script, a music stand, and the audience’s imagination. A Q&A with de la Fuente and Sakata will follow, moderated by Lisa Doi.

No registration required.

Monday, January 12th at 7pm on Zoom – The Running Ground: A Father, a Son, and the Simplest of Sports with Nicholas Thom...
01/06/2026

Monday, January 12th at 7pm on Zoom – The Running Ground: A Father, a Son, and the Simplest of Sports with Nicholas Thompson and David Epstein –

The Running Ground is a story about fathers, sons, and the most basic and most beautiful of sports. For seven years after his father died, Thompson transforms his body to perform at its highest capacity, and the profound discipline and awareness he builds along the way changes every aspect of his life. Throughout the narrative, he weaves in stories of remarkable men and women who have used the sport to transcend some of the hardest moments in life.

Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/1417676542901/WN_mWoF2dlqSUSNXltKh1FSog

Today is Giving Tuesday and the last day to purchase a mystery box! When you donate to FAN, you support lifelong learnin...
12/02/2025

Today is Giving Tuesday and the last day to purchase a mystery box!

When you donate to FAN, you support lifelong learning for people across the country. Our webinars and in-person events with world-class experts continue to expand minds, and at times, we’re even able to provide free books to further that mission.

Consider donating any amount, or enter our Mystery Box Raffle by purchasing a ticket here:
https://www.familyactionnetwork.net/support/

This year’s Giving Tuesday comes with a reward.This year, your gift enters you into our Mystery Box Raffle! 3 boxes, 3 w...
11/26/2025

This year’s Giving Tuesday comes with a reward.
This year, your gift enters you into our Mystery Box Raffle! 3 boxes, 3 winners! Raffle closes at 11:59 PM Dec. 2.

Your Giving Tuesday donation keeps FAN events free and accessible to all lifelong learners in our community.

Give, enter, and you might win something special.

Link: https://www.familyactionnetwork.net/support/

December 4th at 7pm CT on Zoom – Wiser Guy: Life-Changing Revelations and Revisions from Tech's Chief Evangelist with Gu...
11/17/2025

December 4th at 7pm CT on Zoom – Wiser Guy: Life-Changing Revelations and Revisions from Tech's Chief Evangelist with Guy Kawasaki and Heidi Keibler Stevens –

Whether you’re launching your career, building a company, navigating uncertainty, or simply striving to grow, Wiser Guy is a practical and inspiring guide. It offers candid reflections and actionable insights from Guy and the remarkable minds who have influenced him—creating a roadmap for living a more meaningful, impactful life.

Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/2317633186305/WN_KNjwgNaIQSuQWRdUmvwZrQ

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FAN - Family Action Network

Family Action Network (FAN) is a 501(c)(3) organization that curates a high-quality speaker series each academic year. All FAN programs are free and open to the public.

FAN’s Mission

The Family Action Network (FAN) presents fresh ideas that elevate minds, expand hearts, and make the world a better place.

​FAN’s Vision