About this episode

This episode features highlights from the 2026 commencement season with speeches from various notable figures.

Highlights from the 2026 commencement season featuring speeches from Hilary Duff, Gretchen Whitmer, Hugh Jackman, Nancy Pelosi, and Jalen Rose. Hear advice and reflections on leadership, creativity, resilience, and public service from campuses across the country. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

People in this episode

Host: C-SPAN

Topics covered

• commencement speeches
• leadership
• creativity
• resilience
• public service

Keywords

• commencement
• speeches
• leadership
• creativity
• resilience
• public service
• 2026

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