MBE Lectures

The lecture on Absurd Laws and Bans explores the quirky, illogical, and often humorous regulations imposed by governments around the world. From outdated laws that remain on the books to bizarre bans on seemingly mundane activities or objects, the discussion sheds light on the whimsical side of legislation. Ultimately, it offers insight into the peculiarities of legal systems and the sometimes surreal intersections of law and everyday life.

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The Armed Forces lecture takes a look at the history of the Armed Forces, from the Revolutionary War to present day and beyond, to outer space.  The US military is the largest and most powerful in the world, and it is continually evolving, with space the next (final?) frontier.

Have you ever wanted to travel around the world? Do you think you could do it in 80 days?  Jules Verne 1872 novel, “Around the World in 80 Days,” is the story of mysterious London gentleman Phileas Fogg, who, with his valet, Passepartout, bets half of his fortune that he can do just that – travel around the globe in 80 days. The two encounter danger and  have many setbacks along the way, but, as you know, they make it just in time. We’ll take a look at Verne and his novel and the adaptations that followed and are popular to this day. And we’ll look at the ways you could circumnavigate the globe, too!

“Diversity Fuels Innovation” is a presentation emphasizing how diverse teams drive creative solutions for communities success and growth. It highlights that varied perspectives lead to better problem-solving, increased innovation, and more effective decision-making. The presentation likely covers the benefits of diversity in terms of gender, race, background, and experience, demonstrating how inclusive communities outperform homogeneous ones.

The History of Broadway traces the history of the renowned New York City theater district from its birth in vaudeville to today, and looks at some of the most attended and beloved Broadway musicals of all time, including “Porgy and Bess,” “Fiddler on the Roof,” and “Hamilton.”

Across history conspiracy theories have been closely linked to prejudice, witch hunts, revolutions, and genocide. Many perpetrators of terrorist attacks were known to be keen supporters of conspiracy theories. Conspiracy theories are abundant in social and political discourse, their causes and consequences are frequently misunderstood . This lecture attempts to better understand how conspiracy theories originate and have developed over the years.  We examine the impulse to believe and broadcast conspiracy theories and we explore some of the ones that have been most influential.

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Israel Independence Day (which changes every year) is Israel’s national day, commemorating Israel’s declaration of independence on May 14, 1948, which formally established the state of Israel. It is celebrated the day after Israel’s Memorial Day.  We’ll discuss the history of Israel and take a look at what is happening there today,

Though Jewish immigrants played a key role in Hollywood during the birth of the American movie industry, the films they made perpetrated ethnic, racist, and religious stereotypes. From silent films to talkies to today, events such as The Holocaust, blacklisting, and social change in the 60s influenced Jewish filmmakers and how Jews were portrayed in movies such as The Jew’s Harp and The Jazz Singer, The Graduate and Funny Girl, and Schindler’s List and Do the Right Thing.

Betty White, First Lady of Television, best known for her roles on Mary Tyler Moore and The Golden Girls, was not just an actor, but a comedian, author, TV pioneer, game show host, celebrity TV guest and host, writer, singer, and animal rights advocate. Delve into her life from her birth in Oak Park, IL in 1922 to her death nearly 100 years later.

This lecture delves into the short, dynamic, and ultimately tragic life of Dorothy Dandridge, a superstar ahead of her time. As a dancer, singer, and nightclub headliner who became a movie superstar, Dandridge broke significant barriers in Hollywood. She was the first African American woman nominated for a Best Actress Academy Award in 1954. The presentation traces her journey from the early influence of her show-business mother to her rise in Hollywood and the personal and professional struggles she faced along the way. By examining Dandridge’s significant contributions and the cultural challenges she navigated, the lecture highlights her enduring legacy as a trailblazer in the entertainment industry.

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