Looking Back; Looking Ahead 2025 In Review (AM)
2025-12-16 11:30 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | Zoom
Looking Back: Looking Ahead – 2025 EditionThe most eagerly anticipated program of the year returns!
This is, without question, the most popular and talked-about program I offer—and for good reason. Last year, it sold out at every venue, and with good reason: 2025 has been one of the most remarkable, unpredictable, and news-packed years in recent memory. Make your reservations early for this can’t-miss event!
What Made 2025 So Extraordinary?
From the death of a pope and historic global protests to dramatic developments in the Supreme Court, politics, science, and culture, 2025 was a year unlike any other. We witnessed:

The passing of Pope Francis and the unprecedented papal transition to a pope from Chicago!

President Donald Trump pardoned the January 6 rioters

Massive national protests over the deportation and the Supreme Court standoff

Tumultuous changes in policy regarding the envirobnment and human rights

A growing international crisis in Ukraine and the Middle East

Wild economic swings in the stock market and tourism sectors

Big surprises in culture, sports, and science (including Broadway’s record highs and the return of the dire wolf!)

The Highlights You’ve Been Waiting For
At this fun and fast-moving event, I’ll present my curated and crowd-favorite lists:

✔ Top Ten News Stories of 2025

✔ Top Ten Quotes of 2025

✔ Top Ten New Words or Phrases of 2025

✔ Notable Deaths of 2025

Then… My Predictions for 2026!
This is the part of the program everyone loves: I’ll unveil ten bold and specific predictions for the coming year.
Will the Democrats retake the House, the Senate, or both?Will inflation finally ease or worsen?Will peace talks in Ukraine break the deadlock?Will AI and medicine reshape our everyday lives?
And to keep me honest, I’ll also revisit the predictions I made for 2025—revealing which ones I nailed and which ones I missed!
COST
The program is available for a minimum contribution of $5.00, which helps support my work and allows me to continue offering engaging content.
PAYMENT OPTIONS
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Mail to:
Barry Bradford
P.O. Box #177
Deerfield, IL 60015
Please write “Year AM” in the subject line.
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(Please note: PayPal deducts 10% of your donation as a fee. I receive $4.50 per $5.00 donation.)
Venmo
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Zelle
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WAIVER OPTION
If you cannot afford to pay or feel my programs aren’t worth $5.00, you are welcome to attend for free or contribute less. Just email me to request a waiver—no questions asked! This one-time request will cover all future programs. I completely understand the challenges of living on a tight budget and offer this with compassion.
REGISTRATION LINK
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DIDN’T RECEIVE YOUR ZOOM LINK?
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Looking Back; Looking Ahead 2025 In Review (PM)
2025-12-16 18:30 - 20:00 | Zoom
Looking Back: Looking Ahead – 2025 EditionThe most eagerly anticipated program of the year returns!
This is, without question, the most popular and talked-about program I offer—and for good reason. Last year, it sold out at every venue, and with good reason: 2025 has been one of the most remarkable, unpredictable, and news-packed years in recent memory. Make your reservations early for this can’t-miss event!
What Made 2025 So Extraordinary?
From the death of a pope and historic global protests to dramatic developments in the Supreme Court, politics, science, and culture, 2025 was a year unlike any other. We witnessed:

The passing of Pope Francis and the unprecedented papal transition to a pope from Chicago!

President Donald Trump pardoned the January 6 rioters

Massive national protests over the deportation and the Supreme Court standoff

Tumultuous changes in policy regarding the environment and human rights

A growing international crisis in Ukraine and the Middle East

Wild economic swings in the stock market and tourism sectors

Big surprises in culture, sports, and science (including Broadway’s record highs and the return of the dire wolf!)

The Highlights You’ve Been Waiting For
At this fun and fast-moving event, I’ll present my curated and crowd-favorite lists:

✔ Top Ten News Stories of 2025

✔ Top Ten Quotes of 2025

✔ Top Ten New Words or Phrases of 2025

✔ Notable Deaths of 2025

Then… My Predictions for 2026!
This is the part of the program everyone loves: I’ll unveil ten bold and specific predictions for the coming year.
Will the Democrats retake the House, the Senate, or both?Will inflation finally ease or worsen?Will peace talks in Ukraine break the deadlock?Will AI and medicine reshape our everyday lives?
And to keep me honest, I’ll also revisit the predictions I made for 2025—revealing which ones I nailed and which ones I missed!
COST
The program is available for a minimum contribution of $5.00, which helps support my work and allows me to continue offering engaging content.
PAYMENT OPTIONS
Cash/Check
Payable to: Barry Bradford
Mail to:
Barry Bradford
P.O. Box #177
Deerfield, IL 60015
Please write “Year PM” in the subject line.
PayPal
Pay securely via PayPal:

(Please note: PayPal deducts 10% of your donation as a fee. I receive $4.50 per $5.00 donation.)
Venmo
Send to: @B-Bradford-1
Please include “Year PM” in the note.
Zelle
Use the email address: Barry1776@ATT.NET
Include “Year PM” in the note.
WAIVER OPTION
If you cannot afford to pay or feel my programs aren’t worth $5.00, you are welcome to attend for free or contribute less. Just email me to request a waiver—no questions asked! This one-time request will cover all future programs. I completely understand the challenges of living on a tight budget and offer this with compassion.
REGISTRATION LINK
Click Here to Register
DIDN’T RECEIVE YOUR ZOOM LINK?
If you don’t receive a confirmation email after registering, it means your sign-up wasn’t completed. Be sure to:

Check your spam folder for the confirmation email.
Save the confirmation email once you find it.

If you still can’t locate the email, return to the website and register again. Unfortunately, I am unable to manually send you the link, as it is generated directly by Zoom.

1925: Life in America 100 Years Ago
2025-12-30 14:00 - 15:00 | Uniper
Step back to 1925, the heart of the Roaring Twenties, when jazz ruled the airwaves, flappers danced the Charleston, and speakeasies thrived under Prohibition. This was a year of cultural transformation, as F. Scott Fitzgerald published The Great Gatsby, revealing the glitz and pitfalls of the American Dream, while Louis Armstrong and Duke Ellington brought jazz into the mainstream. On the political front, Calvin Coolidge presided over a booming economy, and innovation flourished with inventions like the first mechanical television.
1925 was also a year of contrasts. While the Scopes Monkey Trial sparked a national debate on science versus religion, the Harlem Renaissance was in full swing, reshaping literature and the arts. In entertainment, silent film stars like Charlie Chaplin, Rudolph Valentino, and Buster Keaton captivated audiences, while the first New Yorker magazine hit newsstands, offering a new perspective on culture and humor. Consumer prices, such as 54 cents for a gallon of gas, highlight the economic reality of the time. Dick Van Dyke, Malcolm X, Johnny Carson, and Robert F Kennedy were all born during the amazing year of 1925.
This fast-moving multimedia program brings 1925 vividly to life with visuals, music, and storytelling. Perfect for history buffs and culture enthusiasts, this presentation will immerse you in the dazzling highs and defining struggles of a year that forever shaped America. Sign up now and take a journey back to a time of innovation, contradiction, and unforgettable style.
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