Sixth & I

Work is how we spend the bulk of our lives. It drives progress, secures us financially, and influences&nbsp;well-being, from&nbsp;impacting&nbsp;mental health to forging life-long friendships. 
As a student at Columbia University, Jodi Kantor was kicked off the student newspaper. A few years later, with no evidence that she could succeed as a journalist, she dropped out of law school to pursue her calling. She’d go on to win a Pulitzer Prize as one of the New York Times investigative journalists who broke the Harvey Weinstein story. Kantor knows that early professional steps are often marked by uncertainty and today, young people are facing scary terrain with political upheaval, skyrocketing costs of living, and the unknowns of AI. 
Kantor’s new book, How to Start: Discovering Your Life’s Work, will be a springboard for this conversation about careers, purpose, callings, pivots, and meaning—evergreen topics with an eye to the challenging times we’re living in. For wisdom and perspective that spans generations, Kantor will be in conversation with <a href="https://sites.prh.com/oncall" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Dr. Anthony Fauci</a>, the former Director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases at the NIH from 1984 to 2022, a recipient of the Presidential Medal of Freedom, and the author of On Call: A Doctor’s Journey in Public Service, as well as <a href="https://www.derekthompson.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Derek Thompson</a>, a journalist, host of the podcast “Plain English,” co-author of Abundance, and author of Hit Makers and Derek Thompson On Work.
They’ll share lessons learned and offer tangible help applicable to college students, recent grads, parents, and those who have been working for some time and still grapple with the question of “What do I want to be when I grow up?”

Local Event: How to Discover Your Life’s Work (Even When the World Is Upside-Down) With Jodi Kantor, Dr. Anthony 

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How to Discover Your Life’s Work (Even When the...

Work is how we spend the bulk of our lives. It drives progress, secures us financially, and influences well-being,...

How to Discover Your Life’s Work (Even When the World Is Upside-Down) With Jodi Kantor, Dr. Anthony 

Van Cliburn Gold Medalist Vadym Kholodenko, praised for his “precipitous muscularity and high spirits” (New York Classical Review), comes to Washington Performing Arts with electrifying artistry and a program of epic scope at Sixth &amp; I. The evening opens with Beethoven’s monumental “Hammerklavier” Sonata, followed by the dark lyricism of Ukrainian composer Borys Lyatoshinsky’s Three Preludes, Op. 38. Kholodenko concludes with a virtuosic flourish: Liszt’s original Six Paganini Études, a breathtaking showcase of pianistic brilliance that has long been a hallmark of Kholodenko’s playing. 
Program: Beethoven – Piano Sonata No. 29 in B-flat Major, Op. 106 “Hammerklavier” Lyatoshinsky – 3 Preludes, Op. 38 Liszt – Grandes études de Paganini, S. 141

Local Event: Vadym Kholodenko, piano

Vadym Kholodenko, piano

Van Cliburn Gold Medalist Vadym Kholodenko, praised for his “precipitous muscularity and high spirits” (New York Classical...

Sen. Chris Murphy of Connecticut sees the current crisis in the U.S. as more than a political one. Americans have lost the sense of daily purpose and connection that are vital to happiness, becoming anxious, angry, and adrift, and the rich and well-connected have nearly uncontested control of our politics. 
Sen. Murphy views the Trump administration’s assaults on democracy as a symptom of a deeper crisis: the abandonment of the common good as our country’s organizing principle. In Crisis of the Common Good: The Fight for Meaning and Connection in a Broken America, he draws on history and political philosophy to expose how six different cults have paved the way to our current troubles: a cult of profit that punishes workers, a cult of globalism that weakens communities, a cult of technology that turns us against one another, a cult of consumption that undermines citizenship, a cult of credentialism that devalues those without degrees, and a cult of corruption that threatens democracy. Sen. Murphy offers a new politics of the common good that is deeply rooted in our past, a radical challenge to the status quo, and capable of drawing support across the political spectrum, with a majority of Americans favoring policies that curb corporate power, control predatory technology, enhance face-to-face connection, grant workers greater control of their lives, and remove big money from our politics.

Local Event: Senator Chris Murphy

Senator Chris Murphy

Sen. Chris Murphy of Connecticut sees the current crisis in the U.S. as more than a political one. Americans have lost the...

Join us for a candid conversation with former First Lady Jill Biden about her life in the White House during a singular moment in U.S.&nbsp;history—and her new memoir,&nbsp;View from the East Wing. 
In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, in the shadow of the January 6 insurrection, Joe and Jill Biden arrived at the White House for one of the most complicated periods in recent American memory. A tireless advocate for women’s health initiatives, military families, cancer prevention, and education, Dr. Biden also made history as the only First Lady to hold a career outside the East Wing as a community college professor.  Now, in her new memoir, she reveals her experience of these deeply consequential four years for the first time—before, during, and after the unexpected ending to her husband’s bid for re-election, setting the record straight and sharing her story in her own words.  
Hear&nbsp;Dr.&nbsp;Biden tell her story live—the unprecedented pressures of balancing the duties of the First Lady with her role in her family, behind the scenes stories from Camp David and Air Force One, how the Biden presidency changed the nation, what she saw leading up to President Biden’s decision to drop out of the 2024 election, her unwavering faith in democracy and the American experiment, and much more.

Local Event: Dr. Jill Biden

Dr. Jill Biden

Join us for a candid conversation with former First Lady Jill Biden about her life in the White House during a singular moment...

Being an informed citizen these days can be exhausting – and more than a little depressing. No one knows that better than MS NOW host <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jenpsaki" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Jen Psaki</a> – who is a veteran of navigating troubling political events while maintaining a sense of hope and optimism for the country’s future.
In this live recording of the hit MS NOW podcast, “<a href="https://www.ms.now/blueprint-jen-psaki" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">The Blueprint with Jen Psaki</a>,” Psaki will talk to actor, producer, writer, and author <a href="https://www.instagram.com/billyeichner/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Billy Eichner</a> about how humor can sustain us during difficult times. They’ll also discuss Eichner’s new audio book, “Billy on Billy: An Audio Memoir,” which explores the road that led to the creation of the iconic TV and web series “<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@billyonthestreettv" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Billy on the Street</a>” – and who the real Billy is when he’s not playing his signature character.
In addition to hosting the podcast, “The Blueprint with Jen Psaki,” Psaki also hosts “<a href="https://www.ms.now/jen-psaki" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">The Briefing</a>” Tuesday-Friday at 9:00 pm ET on MS NOW, as well as the popular “Psaki Bombs” series on MS NOW’s YouTube. She is a principal voice in the network’s coverage of major political events, adding a unique perspective from her first-hand experience at the highest levels of government.

Local Event: “The Blueprint with Jen Psaki” Live Recording

“The Blueprint with Jen Psaki” Live Recording

Being an informed citizen these days can be exhausting – and more than a little depressing. No one knows that better than MS...

In The Day After: How to Wield Power in a Post-Trump World, Brian Tyler Cohen—a&nbsp;progressive independent media creator and the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Shameless—explores how Republicans have abused power, how Democrats have refused to exercise power when they held it, and how progressives should wield power if they are fortunate enough to win a free and fair election in a post-Trump world. 
This book is a wake-up call about the decades-long project that led to Trump’s America&nbsp;and a&nbsp;playbook for progressives who want to do far more than restore the status quo.&nbsp;To Cohen, this is how we build a stronger country, with hope and opportunity for all — before our democracy slides into a distant memory. 
Cohen’s&nbsp;YouTube channel&nbsp;has&nbsp;five billion views and counting. His&nbsp;podcast, “No Lie with Brian Tyler Cohen,”&nbsp;is a destination for the top names in politics.&nbsp; 
A book signing will follow the event for those who would like their name added to their book.

Local Event: Brian Tyler Cohen

Brian Tyler Cohen

In The Day After: How to Wield Power in a Post-Trump World, Brian Tyler Cohen—a progressive independent media creator and the...

Eight years after redefining “flavor without fuss,” Yotam Ottolenghi—one of the most influential voices in contemporary food—offers Simple Too, the follow-up to his bestselling cookbook, Ottolenghi Simple. In a world of endless notifications, Ottolenghi explores what “simple” means now and why bold flavor remains at the heart of simplicity. In conversation, he’ll share recipes that work with you, not against you, and dishes you can begin with half a plan and still end with a deeply satisfying meal.
Ottolenghi will dive into the ingredients and techniques that shape this new collection: beans simply dressed, black chickpeas, sesame in generous handfuls, sweet-and-spicy balances, pasta cooked directly in its sauce, and whole meals roasted in a single tray. He’ll also introduce the “Fundamentals” chapter—fifteen fridge-ready flavor builders like spring onion oil, green salsa, za’atar oil, confit tomatoes, and chilli crisp—small things that make big differences on busy weeknights. Simple Too is less about doing less and more about making everyday cooking feel generous, achievable, and full of joy.Renowned for his vegetable-forward cuisine and imaginative approach to everyday cooking, Ottolenghi’s acclaimed cookbooks include Plenty, Jerusalem, Simple, Flavor, and Sweet. His work extends to successful delis and restaurants, where bold combinations, fresh produce, and multicultural inspirations meet.

Local Event: Yotam Ottolenghi

Yotam Ottolenghi

Eight years after redefining “flavor without fuss,” Yotam Ottolenghi—one of the most influential voices in contemporary...

Josh Thomas burst onto the Australian comedy scene when he became the youngest ever winner of Raw Comedy, the prestigious national competition produced by the Melbourne Comedy Festival. Two years later, while still in his teens, he received a Melbourne Comedy Festival nomination for Best Show.
Thomas is best known for writing, acting, and co-executive producing his own TV show, “Please Like Me,” inspired by his life, which was named one of the best TV shows of the year by Entertainment Weekly, The New Yorker, and Time. His writing for the show won awards from the Australian Academy (AACTA) and the Australian Writers Guild. The show won Best Comedy at the AACTA Awards, Most Outstanding Comedy at the Logie Awards, and was nominated as Best Comedy at the International Emmy Awards, Rose d’Or Awards, and GLAAD Media Awards. Thomas also created and starred in the TV show, “Everything’s Gonna Be Okay.” He recently launched a weekly podcast, “Josh Thomas and Friends and You,” featuring conversations with his friends.

Local Event: Josh Thomas: Jiggle, Jiggle

Josh Thomas: Jiggle, Jiggle

Josh Thomas burst onto the Australian comedy scene when he became the youngest ever winner of Raw Comedy, the prestigious...

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