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In times of challenge and change, there are key questions that many share: Do we search for meaning, or grasp for survival?  How can we prosper and grow?  What is genuine happiness and how may we experience it?

One of the most respected visionary teachers of our time, Michael Bernard Beckwith addresses these and other profound questions in his first PBS television special, The Answer Is You, premiering nationally Nov. 27 - Dec. 10, 2009.

Recorded before a sold-out audience in downtown Los Angeles, ‘The Answer’ delves deep into methods for manifesting prosperity and health; adopting mind sets and heart sets that empower individuals to live rich, fulfilling, positive lives; understanding universal laws and identifying a larger purpose in life.

Beckwith’s unwavering conviction about creating a world that works for everyone is contagious, convincing and encouraging. Viewers of this 60-minute PBS pledge special will gain greater understanding, self-awareness, courage and self-reliance, while supporting the extraordinary arts, education, documentary and news programs found only on PBS.

The Answer Is You also includes stirring music by Rickie Byars Beckwith, Siedah Garrett (co-writer of Michael Jackson’s “Man In The Mirror”), Niki Haris, Will.I.Am (of Black Eyed Peas) and the acclaimed Agape International Choir. A 12-song CD of music from the Special is available as one of 4 new PBS Pledge premiums, along with the Hardcover Special Edition Book (128 pages), Deluxe Edition DVD (the complete broadcast plus 70 minutes of bonus features) and the Complete Audio Program CD.

About Michael Bernard Beckwith

Michael Bernard Beckwith has appeared on OPRAH, LARRY KING LIVE, CBS NEWS and in numerous other TV programs and films, including The Secret, Spiritual Liberation, The Moses Code and Living Luminaries. He is the author of 5 books, including Spiritual Liberation, winner of the Gold Nautilus Book Award, and 40 Day Mind Fast Soul Feast. “The Rev,” as he is known by many, is founder & spiritual director of Agape International Spiritual Center in Los Angeles - a global community that recognizes and nurtures the dignity and uniqueness of all peoples. Agape is a Greek word meaning “unconditional love.”

What People Are Saying…

“The teachings that Michael espouses and the wisdom that
he imparts are for anyone no matter what their
circumstances… He welcomes us into loving ourselves
and loving one another. He’s inspired me to do so many
things.” - Hill Harper, actor (CSI:NY) and author of Letters
To A Young Brother

“What makes Michael Beckwith so wonderful is that he walks
his talk, and he’s been on this path for a very, very long time,
so he really knows what he’s talking about. These teachings
work.” - Lorraine Toussaint, actress (The Soloist, Any Day Now)

“What Michael Beckwith is saying and how he is saying it is so
unique and yet at the same time is so accessible. It defies any
boundaries that exist on this planet – it has nothing to do
with where you were raised, what color you are, what your
religious experience has been, any biases you may have… He’s
not interested in any of that. He’s purely interested in what’s
inside of all of us and in helping everyone to access that -- to
let it shine." - Scott Bakula, actor (Enterprise, Quantum Leap)

“He is one of the most authentic and important teachers of our
time. If you listen to his message, you will be inspired to new
heights and new levels of personal greatness.” - Debbie Ford,
author of The Secret Of The Shadow.

Awards & Affiliations

• - Gandhi-King-Ikeda Award from Morehouse College
• - The Africa Achievement Peace Award
• - Trumpet Award for Spiritual Enlightenment
• - The Kashi Humanitarian Award
• - Honorary Doctorate from Morehouse College
• - California Legislature Award for Meritorious Service to Humanity
• - World Festival of Sacred Music Local Hero Award
• - Induction to the Parliament of World Religions Assembly
• - The Maharishi Award
• - National Conference for Compassion and Justice Humanitarian Award
• - Model Citizen Award
• - Change The World Visionary Spotlight Award
• - Black Aids Institute Hero Award
• - Howard Thurman Stained Glass Window Award
• - City of Los Angeles Mayoral Commendations
• - California Legislature Commendations
• - Thomas Kilgore Prophetic Witness Award
• - Co-Founder (with Arun Gandhi) of A Season for Non-Violence
• - Co-founder of the Association for Global New Thought, convener of
  the Synthesis Dialogues’ semi-annual conference of distinguished world
  leaders including His Holiness the Dalai Lama.

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