Free Educational Topics in Los Angeles & Orange County

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  • Diamonds Are A Girl’s Best Friend

    Carol Shafer, Retired GIA Jeweler, Carol Shafer Fine Jewelry

    Learn about diamond mining and gain valuable information about maintenance of diamonds and gold. Most fine jewelry sales are just that...selling. Carol contributes much more by teaching how to keep the luster and beauty of jewelry for years to come. The song "Diamonds Are A Girl's Best Friend" has a double entendre for Carol as she was also a Marilyn Monroe impersonator for twenty years. MORE >

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  • Dare Mighty Things – A Short History of NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory

    David Lehman, Project Manager, Retired from NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory

    The origins of NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory date back to the 1930s, when Caltech professor Theodore von Kármán oversaw pioneering work in rocket propulsion. After unsuccessful and sometimes hazardous experiments, several of his graduate students were forced to move their work off campus. They chose the Arroyo Seco, a dry canyon wash north of the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California – and future home of JPL. This early work grew into a laboratory of over 4000 employees that has sent spacecraft to every planet in our solar system and two spacecraft now in interstellar space. MORE >

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  • Are We Alone? For Kids

    David Lehman, Project Manager, Retired from NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory

    Imagine looking up at the stars and wondering: “Is someone out there wondering about us too?” Scientists ask that question every day! But first, they have to figure out what life really is — anything that grows, eats, and changes. To search for life, we use giant telescopes on Earth and even floating in space! We send brave robots on missions, like the Mars Sample Return to bring back pieces of Mars, and the Europa Clipper to explore a moon covered in ice! Scientists also use the Drake Equation, a kind of space treasure map, to guess how many alien civilizations might be out there. But there’s a puzzle called the Fermi Paradox — if life should be everywhere, why haven’t we seen it yet? Our plan? Build better telescopes, explore more worlds, and never give up! Maybe you will be the space explorer who finds the answer! MORE >

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  • Ahoy, Future Heroes! Join Me for a Thrilling Search-and-Rescue Adventure!

    Brian Regalbuto, Division 5 Commander, U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary

    Picture this: you’re on the edge of your seat, waves crashing, as I, Brian Regalbuto, a U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Division Commander, pull you into the heart of a high-stakes search-and-rescue mission on the high seas. No experience needed—just a thirst for adventure and a good laugh! MORE >

    Let me take you on a wild ride. I’m not your average speaker—I’m a current professional magician who pulls rabbits out of hats and has added saving lives to my repertoire. As a kid, I dreamed of joining the Coast Guard Academy, but open-heart surgery at age six (back when the heart-lung machine was still in FDA trials) dashed that plan. Undeterred, I found my calling as a volunteer with the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary. For 20 years, I’ve helped save over 60 people from boating disasters, and I’m here to share that thrill with you. With magic, humor, and gripping visuals, I’ll bring one of my real-life rescue missions to life in a 20-minute talk that’ll leave your audience buzzing.

    Imagine your group roaring with laughter one moment and holding their breath the next as I weave sleight-of-hand magic into jaw-dropping stories of survival. No one’s ever seen a speaker blend card tricks with tales of heroism at sea, and that’s exactly why your event needs this. I’ve seen skeptical crowds turn into cheering fans, captivated by the unexpected twists of my journey from magician to lifesaver. Your attendees will walk away inspired, entertained, and talking about it for weeks.

    My calendar’s filling up faster than a lifeboat in a storm, so don’t wait! Click the “Contact Now” button to secure your next available date. Let’s set sail together and make your event unforgettable. Act now—your audience is ready for a hero’s adventure!

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  • Agents of Influence: Gaming for Truth in an AI World

    Anahita Dalmia, CEO, Alterea Inc.

    In today’s digital landscape, truth has become harder than ever to pin down. Artificial intelligence generates flawless fakes, while social media echo chambers amplify only what we already believe. The result is a world where misinformation spreads faster than fact, and trust feels increasingly fragile. This session explores how gaming can be more than play—it can be a powerful tool for navigating this reality. MORE >

    Through the lens of Agents of Influence, a spy-themed educational game, we will look at how interactive storytelling and game mechanics can break through cognitive blind spots, disrupt the echo chamber effect, and train players to think critically about the information they consume.

    Audience members will leave with practical insights into how the design principles behind gaming can be applied to education, communication, and leadership. They will discover strategies for helping digital natives—and themselves—recognize manipulation, question assumptions, and make more informed choices in an era shaped by AI and algorithmic feeds. Above all, participants will come away with a renewed sense of possibility: that the very technologies fueling misinformation can also be reimagined as tools for truth, resilience, and agency.

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  • A Martian’s Thoughts about being a Good Speaker and Leader

    David Lehman, Project Manager, Retired from NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory

    The theme of this talk will revolve around the significance of effective communication, leadership, and vision in the context of space exploration, particularly missions to Mars. It will emphasize the importance of clear communications, strong leadership qualities, and visionary thinking in overcoming challenges and achieving success in endeavors such as space travel to Mars. It will also highlight notable figures who have exemplified these qualities throughout history, drawing parallels between their achievements and the challenges faced in space exploration. Overall, the theme will convey the message that effective communication and leadership are essential for the success of future Mars missions and for those who aspire to follow their dreams. MORE >

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