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The Inspiring Minds Lecture Series 2025

Denver, Colorado

Inspiring Minds hosts dynamic events with notable speakers who are experts in their fields and making a difference locally and globally. Presenting a broad range of topics, Inspiring Minds fosters intellectual conversations and authentic social connections.

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Lecture

September 9, 2025

The Paradise Paradox Explained: Mental Health Challenge Facing Mountain Communities

Amanda Precourt

Amanda Precourt will present “The Paradise Paradox Explained: Mental Health Challenges Facing Mountain Communities” at Cookie Factory, her new art exhibition space in Denver. This lecture will explore the unique mental health struggles faced by residents of mountain towns, where the idyllic setting often masks underlying challenges such as isolation, seasonal instability, and limited access to care. Precourt will discuss the psychological and societal factors contributing to this paradox, shedding light on ways to foster awareness, support, and resilience in these communities. Whether you’re a local resident, mental health advocate, or simply interested in the intersection of place and well-being, this talk offers valuable insights into a critical and often overlooked issue.

Time
Location
Sponsor
5:30-7pm
Private Event
for Members Only
Cookie Factory
Cookie Factory

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May 13, 2025

Authenticity in the Art Market: An Ever Changing Landscape

Monica Brown

On May 13, Monica Brown, Managing Director of Fine Art at Freeman’s | Hindman, will present “Authenticity in the Art Market: An Ever-Changing Landscape” in Denver. This lecture will explore the evolving challenges of authenticity, provenance, and valuation in the art world. Brown will discuss how technological advancements, shifting market dynamics, and new authentication methods are shaping the fine art industry. Whether you’re a collector, artist, or industry professional, this session will provide key insights into the complexities of verifying and valuing artwork in today’s market.

Sponsor
Sunita Williams
American astronaut and record holder for most spacewalks by a woman
Adrian Miller
American culinary historian and author
Quang Ho
Painter and illustrator
David Lane
Criminal defense and civil rights attorney
David Grinspoon
Astrobiologist, senior scientist at the Planetary Science Institute
Jessie James Decker
Country pop singer