Big Voices in the Big Easy
Marvin Odum was named president of Shell Oil Company in March 2008. Before assuming his new position, he was executive vice president of the company's exploration and production operations in the western hemisphere, contributing to its leadership in addressing the nation's current and future energy needs.
Wednesday at 10:15 a.m.
Newt Gingrich, former speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives, architect of the GOP's Contract With America, and Time magazine's "Man of the Year,” is one of the nation's strongest voices for health care reform.
Thursday at 2:45 p.m.
Celinda Lake and Kellyanne Conway are two of the nation's premier pollsters and political analysts. From opposite sides of the aisle, they argue that women are a profound force in reshaping the political terrain.
Saturday at 8:30 a.m.
Michael Hais is the author, with Morley Winograd, of Millennial Makeover, the new book that identifies the major political shifts the country experiences about every 40 years.
Dr. James Johnson is a noted demographer who believes our racial and ethnic population will dramatically transform the nation and create a new demand for a diverse workforce in all our social, economic and political institutions.
Friday at 9:45 a.m.
Charlie Cook, widely regarded as one of the nation’s leading authorities on U.S. elections and political trends, is publisher of The Cook Political Report and, according to The New York Times, "one of the best political handicappers in the nation."
Wednesday at 8:30 a.m.
Eileen McDargh is a consultant and author on issues leadership and the art of balancing work and life. She draws upon practical business know-how and life's experiences, and was named by Executive Excellence magazine as one of the top 100 thought leaders in the field. Thursday at 8 a.m.
David Wyss, chief economist at Standard and Poors, is one of America's leading experts on the economy and is responsible for S&P's economic forecasts and publications. He testifies regularly before Congress.
Thursday at 10 a.m.
