Talks & Entertainment

VIRTUAL: Symone Sanders

In Conversation with Anna Palmer

In her rousing call to leadership, No, You Shut Up: Speaking Truth to Power and Reclaiming America, the senior advisor for former Vice President Joe Biden’s 2020 presidential campaign rallies the young and the young at heart to find their authentic voice and use it to both fight ideological battles more effectively and to resist those who try to silence them.

Annie Stokes

Sixth & I and DCist Present: Living Room Sessions

Broadcasted live from the artists’ living room, this show is part of Sixth & I’s new weekly concert series designed to shine a spotlight on the best local talent. Stream More +

VIRTUAL: Dr. Vivek Murthy, 19th Surgeon General of the U.S.

Loneliness, Young Professionals, and Communities of Faith

In Together: The Healing Power of Human Connection in a Sometimes Lonely World, the former Surgeon General of the U. S. illustrates the importance of human connection, the hidden impact of loneliness on our health, and the social power of community. Dr. Murthy will speak with Rabbi Aaron about loneliness among those in their 20s and 30s and the role of communal and faith institutions in combatting this public health issue during this global crisis and beyond.

Sixth & I Virtual Trivia Night

From sports and pop culture to geography and politics, we’ll test your knowledge of it all from the comfort of your own homes.

VIRTUAL: Stacey Abrams

In Conversation with Errin Haines

Abrams, who ran as the Democratic nominee for governor in Georgia in 2018, offers a blueprint to end voter suppression, empower citizens, and take back our country in Our Time Is Now: Power, Purpose, and the Fight for a Fair America. A recognized expert on fair voting and civic engagement, Abrams chronicles how the right to vote and the principle of democracy have been and continue to be under attack and offers concrete solutions and inspiration to stand up for who we are—now.

OG Lullabies

Sixth & I and DCist Present: Living Room Sessions

The DC-based songwriter and multi-instrumentalist is known for merging eclectic orchestrations into a new jazz.

VIRTUAL: John Dickerson

In Conversation with Susan Page

In The Hardest Job in the World, the “60 Minutes” correspondent asserts that the American presidency has become an almost impossible job. Drawing on historical research and interviews, he writes about presidents in history and contemporary times to show why we need to reevaluate how we view the presidency, how we choose our presidents, and what we expect from them once they are in office.

VIRTUAL: David Litt

In Conversation with Ilana Glazer

In Democracy in One Book or Less: How It Works, Why It Doesn’t, and Why Fixing It Is Easier Than You Think, the former White House speechwriter combines first-person reporting with deep dives into history and political science to lay out a blueprint of achievable solutions for restoring a government of the people, by the people, and for the people.

Knyves Escobar

Sixth & I and DCist Present: Living Room Sessions

Brought up on the music of Tito Puente and Earth, Wind & Fire, the DC-based R&B artist and cellist creates music to reflect on painful situations and inspire and connect with others.

Sixth & I Virtual Bingo Night

Feeling lucky? Compete for prizes including restaurant delivery gift cards and tickets to future Sixth & I events during a virtual bingo night. Cards will be provided; no chips required.