Physicists ask, “What is the Universe?” “What is Dark Matter?” “How Does String Theory fit into our understanding of the Universe as we know it?”
Curiosity Retreats and CuriosityStream at Hendricks Investment Holdings:
Created by John Hendricks, the founder of the Discovery Channel, the Curiosity Project began an exciting new initiative, bringing experts, luminaries, and the lifelong curious together in an inspiring Colorado retreat setting to explore the great questions and issues of our time curiositystream.com.
Sergay helped launch the project in 2014 with two Curiosity Retreats that were held at Gateway Canyons Resort located southwest of Grand Junction, Colorado.. The Curiosity Project unfolded as a multi-platform blend of retreat offerings and online initiatives catering to a global community of curious minds.
At the heart of the Curiosity Project was the exclusive Curiosity Retreat event which occurred over four days on topics in a number of thematic areas: science, technology, civilization and the human spirit. Some of the luminary speakers included Dr. Deepak Chopra, Dr. Rudy Tanzi, Physicist Brian Greene, Historian David McCullough, Political Theorist Prof. Danielle Allen, Physicist Dr. Michio Kaku. Sergay helped architect a world class Advisory Board that included Jazz legend Wynton Marsalis, father of the Internet Dr. Vint Cerf, former Disney Imagineering R&D President Bran Ferren, former Humane Society of the United States President Wayne Pacelle, and medical futurist Dr. Richard Satava.
ADVISORY BOARD | CURIOSITY RETREATS
The second and equally important initiative of the Curiosity Project launched in the virtual world of the Internet, where the lectures and on-camera interviews conducted in the Curiosity Studios were made available to a global audience on a brand-new subscription on demand platform called CuriosityStream. CuriosityStream created a richer conversation on the web, a “classroom in the cloud” with no boundaries except the limits of the human mind. It has become a new home for enduring dialogues on the significant questions and debates of our time.
Sergay conducted over 200 on camera interviews in the Curiosity Studios with thought leaders across all disciplines -- from Art through Zoology. The site, which includes both short and long form, has become a new home for enduring dialogues on the significant questions and debates of our time. CuriosityStream also features original productions, series, documentaries and special content from the world’s leading non- fiction producers.
With these efforts – the unique retreats and the online initiative – the Curiosity Project helped create and contribute to a significant new offering in the world of lifelong learning and education for the insatiably curious.
Projects:
WHAT MAKES YOU CURIOUS?
Some of the most curious minds on our planet answer a simple question: “What makes you curious?”
masterful mind
Is there one piece of music that has caught the imagination of everyone? Boston Philharmonic Conductor Benjamin Zander says: “Yes” and explains why.
THE FINAL FRONTIER
It turns out space is not considered the “Final Frontier” among these experts. Rather, it is perhaps right here on Planet Earth – the world’s Oceans – most of which have never been explored.
OCEAN SURVIVAL
What can we do to save the world’s Oceans? Some of the leading experts from around the globe focus on solutions that might yet just save the Oceans.
MASTER PHOTOGRAPHERS
Some of the best photographers discuss how to take a great picture. What does it take to understand that process? And how does the digital age impact photography?
ENTREPRENEUR
What does it take to make a great entrepreneur? Is it creativity? Is it teamwork? How does innovation play a role?
HEALTH & WELLNESS
How do you stay healthy? What is the role of purpose and awareness? Can you overcome addictive behavior? How does loneliness factor in to your health? Some of the leading HealthMakers explain what to do.
education crisis
What can America do to stay competitive in education? Why is the US falling behind in some areas of study, such as the Arts? Where do we need to place value in the future? Is STEM enough? Can we compete globally?
Innovation in education
Can video games impact the future of Education in a positive way? How do we move Education into the 21st Century? Can we learn fundamentals through the use of video games? What does it mean to be a digital native?
cutting edge musicians
A peek into the background of some young musicians and what drives them to excel in their music.
MASTER SOMMELIER
What make a great wine? Is the most expensive wine always the best? A Master Sommelier tells us some of his secrets.
obesity epidemic
Some of the greatest Chefs in the US focus on the issue of obesity in America. Who is responsible? Why is it happening? What can be done? Can there is such a thing as an “Edible Education?” Can we solve this crisis?