662Z Spring 2026 TED Talk Discussions

662Z  TED Talk Discussions 
Four sessions
Instructors: Russell Stone, Stephanie Simcox
Wednesdays, 11:50—1:15, Apr. 22—May 13
TED (Technology, Entertainment, and Design) is a growing collection of brief recorded talks on a wide range of topics. The speakers are leading figures chosen for their ability to express ideas clearly and succinctly. Participants will watch and discuss three or four related TED talks each week. 
Russell Stone retired from a 40-year career as a professor of sociology, most recently at American University, and before that at SUNY Buffalo. He taught "Sociology of the Future" for many years, before realizing that the future isn't what it used to be! He now relies on the next generations to supply up-to-date information. He is co-chair of the OLLI program committee. 
Stephanie Simcox attended George Mason University, then moved to California for 30 years, working for non-profits. After moving back to Fairfax a few years ago, she discovered OLLI and has been happily taking classes ever since.