iHeartRadio knows how important the graduation ceremony is. After four long years of hard work, commencement offers one last moment to reflect before you toss your hat into the air and take on the world. We know that during these difficult times, most graduates won’t get to attend their ceremony in person. So, we've partnered with some of the biggest names across industries, to write a commencement speech just for you. From 4-star generals to all-star comedians, legendary coaches to John Legend himself, these are the words we hope will inspire you.
In this episode of Commencement: Speeches for the Class of 2021, Destiny’s Child singer and actress, Michelle Williams, sends her heartfelt love, congratulations, and support, and takes some time to acknowledge the greatness of the graduating class of 2021. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
In this episode of Commencement: Speeches for the Class of 2021, Bowen Yang of Saturday Night Live looks back at why he remembers so little from his own graduations, to share some forward-looking suggestions for the graduating class of 2021. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
In this episode of Commencement: Speeches for the Class of 2021, comedienne, podcast and television host Nikki Glaser brings her signature wit to tell the class of 2021 what a real education looks like and how to stay focused on what they love. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
In this episode of Commencement: Speeches for the Class of 2021, award-winning singer/songwriter Demi Lovato offers a recognition of individual and collective hardships and a charge for the future, to the graduating class of 2021. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
In this episode of Commencement: Speeches for the Class of 2021, best-selling author, podcaster, and award-winning journalist Jo Piazza sizes up the ups and the downs of being a graduate today, and shares what she believes is the most important decision most people will make, with the graduating class of 2021. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
In this episode of Commencement: Speeches for the Class of 2021, Ben Bowlin, on behalf of the entire cast of Stuff They Don’t Want You To Know, takes some time to reflect on making your own “normal”, as well as share some facts they may not want to know (pun intended), with the graduating class of 2021. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
In this episode of Commencement: Speeches for the Class of 2021, sportscaster and television personality, Erin Andrews, highlights her favorite guiding quotations from some of the legends of the football record books, as well as her own best advice, for the graduating class of 2021. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
In this episode of Commencement: Speeches for the Class of 2021, Academy Award Nominee Minnie Driver draws guidance from the ways that the lives of her parents grew out of brave reactions to the adversity that life threw at them, for the graduating class of 2021. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
In this episode of Commencement: Speeches for the Class of 2020, Grammy- and Academy Award-winning R&B singer/songwriter John Legend gives new graduates inspiration and wisdom as they take their first steps into adulthood. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers
In this episode of Commencement: Speeches for the Class of 2020, business magnate and philanthropists Bill and Melinda Gates empower graduating seniors to embrace the mantra that progress is possible, and encourage them to accept the shared mission of propelling us all forward into a better future. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers
In this episode of Commencement: Speeches for the Class of 2020, award-winning singer/songwriter Halsey takes some time to offer words of encouragement and motivation for the graduating class of 2020. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers
In this episode of Commencement: Speeches for the Class of 2020, American professional football player Eli Manning emboldens graduating students to discover their own unique grade of rocket fuel and blast off into a promising future. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers
Aaron Mahnke is the creator, producer, and host of the hit podcast Lore (Best of iTunes 2015 & 2016). He is also the Executive Producer of the Lore television show on Amazon (from the producer of The Walking Dead), author of The World of Lore book series (Penguin Random House / Del Rey), creator and host of Aaron Mahnke’s Cabinet of Curiosities, as well as Executive Producer of the Noble Blood podcast, hosted by author Dana Schwartz. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers
In this episode of Commencement: Speeches for the Class of 2020, two-time Olympic gold medalist and FIFA Women's World champion Abby Wambach encourages seniors to not forget to rely on their team, as nobody wins alone, and to relentlessly believe in themselves and each other. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers
In this episode of Commencement: Speeches for the Class of 2020, Angela Yee, co-host of The Breakfast Club emboldens the graduates to not be afraid to ask for help and to also help others, as they are the new visionaries, leading the way for the rest of us into a better tomorrow. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers
Known as “The Voice of New York,” Angie Martinez is recognized as one of the most influential personalities in popular culture and media. In addition to her 25+ years of on-air hosting experience, Angie boasts a diverse portfolio of entrepreneurial endeavors, having served as a New York Times best-selling author, Grammy-nominated recording artist, actor, brand spokesperson and activist. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers
As Captain of Moonshots (CEO) at X, Alphabet’s moonshot factory, Astro Teller oversees teams inventing and launching audacious new technologies to help solve some of the world’s hardest problems. This has led to breakthrough innovations such as self-driving cars, delivery drones, and smart contact lenses. Through his experience looking out onto 10+ year time horizons and leading moonshots at X, Astro has developed an unmatched vantage point for what the future might hold. In his address, Astro reflects on how the class of 2020 is uniquely positioned -- more than any class we’ve seen in decades -- to unleash their secret superpowers and shape a radically better future for all of us. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers
In this episode of Commencement: Speeches for the Class of 2020, singer, songwriter, and actress Becky G advises seniors to embrace the bright future ahead of them, trust themselves, be empathic and compassionate, and work together to make our world a better place. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers
Radio and TV personality Bobby Bones who “has carved out a place for himself in nearly every corner of the entertainment world,” Bones is host of the nationally syndicated radio show, The Bobby Bones Show, which broadcasts to over 150 stations and is the #1 Country morning show with millions of weekly listeners. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers
In this episode of Commencement: Speeches for the Class of 2020, professional makeup artist, author, and founder of Bobbi Brown Cosmetics Bobbi Brown motivates graduating seniors to pursue the next steps in their life with enthusiasm, fearlessness, and perseverance. "Get over it. Get over yourself. Get out there." Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers
In this episode of Commencement: Speeches for the Class of 2020, chef, restaurateur, and TV personality Bobby Flay encourages graduates to embrace the opportunites that are offered to them, and to look past disappointments into a brighter future. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers
In this episode of Commencement: Speeches for the Class of 2020, comedian, best-selling author, and activist Chelsea Handler challenges new graduates to do things that scare them, meditate, find a good therapist, and get a dog. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers
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In this episode of Commencement: Speeches for the Class of 2020, Chuck Bryant, co-host of the Stuff You Should Know podcast, reminds graduates to not let this season define them, reminding them the world believes in their ability to craft a better future for themselves. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers
In this episode of Commencement: Speeches for the Class of 2020, one of history's best college basketball coaches Mike Krzyzewski inspires graduating seniors to surround themselves with good people and to trust those who love them as they make life decisions moving forward. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers
In this episode of Commencement: Speeches for the Class of 2020, restaurateur, author, and TV personality David Chang advises graduating students that true happiness comes from being selfless, encouraging them to leave the world better than you found it. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers
In this episode of Commencement: Speeches for the Class of 2020, David Solomon, an investment banker, record producer, and CEO of Goldman Sachs inspires graduates to hold onto their unique spark in the world, be curious about the world and those we share it with, and to stay true to themselves. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers
In this episode of Commencement: Speeches for the Class of 2020, Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers
Hear from five graduating seniors during the Doritos Valedictorian episode, as these students inspire a generation of seniors to rise to the next level during this trying time. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers
In this episode of Commencement: Speeches for the Class of 2020, Dr. Mehmet Oz, a cardiothoracic surgeon, Columbia University professor, and television personality, encourages graduates to pass along the love they receive from the world and to not take themselves too seriously. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers
In this episode of Commencement: Speeches for the Class of 2020, an award-winning behavioral scientist and best-selling author, Dr. Jennifer Aaker shares insights on how to live a life of meaning and purpose, as shared through an unexpected lens: the regrets of the dying. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers
Michael C. Cook Sr., chief of the Public Information Office at the U.S. Census Bureau, and Dr. Steven Dillingham, Director for the U.S. Census Bureau offer up their words of advice for the Class of 2020, and explain the importance of being counted in the 2020 Census. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers
In this episode of Commencement: Speeches for the Class of 2020, Enrique Santos, chairman and Chief Creative Officer of iHeart Latino inspires graduating seniors to be the reinventors of the world. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers
En este episodio de Commencement: Los Discursos Para La Clase 2020, Enrique Santos. Presidente y Director Ejecutivo Creativo de iHeart Latino inspira a los graduados seniors para que sean reinventores del mundo. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers
In this episode of Commencement: Speeches for the Class of 2020, retired United States Army General and founder of the McChrystal Group Stanley Allen McChrystal inspires the graduating class of 2020 to persist in the face of adversity and to persevere through potential failures in pursuit of a purpose-filled life. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers
In this episode of Commencement: Speeches for the Class of 2020, comedian and actor George Lopez encourages graduates to take care of themselves, their minds, their spirits, and to protect their souls, especially in today's trying times. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers
Guy Raz is a journalist, correspondent and radio host, currently working at National Public Radio (NPR). He has been described by The New York Times as "one of the most popular podcasters in history" Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers
In this episode of Commencement: Speeches for the Class of 2020, actor Henry Winkler reminds graduating seniors that they have greatness inside of them, and encourages them to find out what their gift is, dig it out and give it to the world. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers
In every role she has ever held -- as an advocate for women and kids, as an attorney, as First Lady, as Senator, as Secretary of State, and as the first woman in U.S. history to earn a major party's presidential nomination -- Hillary Rodham Clinton has defied convention and stood up for what she believes. She knows more than most about setbacks -- and comebacks. She has a fierce sense of gratitude for the women who have come before her, and those who inspire her today. She is a mom and a proud grandma who is determined to make the world fairer and more equal for everyone. In this episode of Commencement: Speeches for the Class of 2020, Hillary Rodham Clinton talks to graduates about why they could not be better suited to take on the world, even in these turbulent times. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers
In this episode of Commencement: Speeches for the Class of 2020, Jake Brennan, host and creator of the hit music and true crime podcast Disgraceland, encourages graduating students to embrace their inner rockstar while bringing their unique skills, intellect, and hustle to the table in whatever their next steps are. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers
In this episode of Commencement: Speeches for the Class of 2020, #1 New York Times bestselling author John Green encourages graduates to take a minute to remember and appreciate all of the people in their lives who have loved them up to this moment. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers
In this episode of Commencement: Speeches for the Class of 2020, Josh Clark, co-host of the Stuff You Should Know podcast, divulges secrets to graduates that their parents and teachers may have neglected to tell them. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers
In this episode of Commencement: Speeches for the Class of 2020, award-winning journalist and New York Times best-selling author Katie Couric passes the torch for her generation to the graduating seniors and urges them to "be the change" they want to see in the world. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers
In this episode of Commencement: Speeches for the Class of 2020, pop singer/songwriter Kesha encourages young people to re-examine their lives in the midst of these uncertain times, and to take a deep breath, step back, and ask "what should this new normal look like." Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers
Khalid is an American singer and songwriter, who rose to fame with his debut single 'Location' which peaked at No. 16 on the 'US Billboard Hot 100' chart. His debut studio album 'American Teen', which was consciously named such to combat stereotypical views on 'proper American', was equally successful and reached No. 4 on 'US Billboard 200' albums chart. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers
In this episode of Commencement: Speeches for the Class of 2020, Grammy-award winning singer Mary J. Blige offers words of inspiration to graduates, empowering them to use this moment of stillness to sharpen their minds, their talents, and their swords. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers
In this episode of Commencement: Speeches for the Class of 2020, Mellody Hobson, president and co-CEO of Ariel Investments and former chairman of DreamWorks Animation, provides real world advice and discusses the importance of valuing time, money, and people. She provides real-world advice that will point graduates toward a more secure financial future. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers
In this episode of Commencement: Speeches for the Class of 2020, T-Mobile CEO Mike Sievert inspires graduating seniors to follow their passions, find things that make them happy, and use their passions to help spread happiness to other people. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers
In this episode of Commencement: Speeches for the Class of 2020, rapper, singer, songwriter, and record producer Pitbull offers words of encouragement and advice to graduating seniors. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers
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