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A selection of fascinating reads from today's most inspiring authors as they explore where we are, where we've been and where we're going next.
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J.P. Morgan.
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You are here.
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A video clip shows the planet Earth.
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But with a book, you can travel anywhere through space and time, making countless new connections along the way.
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Interconnected dots of glowing light surround the Earth.
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J.P. Morgan Summer Reading List 2022.
Narrator:
Introducing the J.P. Morgan Summer Reading List 2022, a selection of fascinating books about who we are, where we've been and where we're going.
On screen:
A montage of pages from the Summer Reading List books show photos and illustrations of:
- a woman (wearing a floral robe) fishing in a pristine creek;
- Apollo over the body of Hyacinthus;
- and a sad young boy, standing alone in a city at night.
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You can explore the ancient worlds of Greek mythology, reimagined for modern times. In "Greek Myths," Taschen shows how Gustav Schwab's legendary stories of gods and all too human heroes are as relevant today as ever.
On screen:
A montage of illustrations from the book "Greek Myths" show:
- Athena, dressed for battle;
- Jason, reclining while wearing the Golden Fleece;
- Odysseus, shipwrecked and clinging to a wooden raft;
- and Antigone wandering a desolate landscape with her elderly father, Oedipus.
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In "The Power of Regret," Daniel H. Pink explains how regret can become a positive force to help us make smarter decisions, achieve our goals and deepen our sense of purpose.
On screen:
Pages from "The Power of Regret" show:
- a chapter heading, titled: "Part Three: Regret Remade";
- a bar chart, labeled: "Most Common Regrets - 2011";
- (and) a close-up of the book cover, reading: "How Looking Backward Moves Us Forward."
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Upbeat music plays.
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Meet inspirational leaders in "CEO Excellence." Authors, Carolyn Dewar, Scott Keller and Vikram Malhotra offer a revealing look at how some of the world's most respected CEOs do their jobs.
On screen:
Pages from "CEO Excellence" show:
- a chapter heading, titled: "Personal Effectiveness Mindset - Do What Only You Can Do";
- (and) an appendix, listing CEOS: Mary Barra of General Motors, Frank Blake of Home Depot, Jorgen Vig Knudstorp of LEGO, and more.
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In "As We Rise," a striking compilation of photographs by Black artists examines aspects of Black life while focusing on ideas of agency, beauty and self-representation.
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Photographs from "As We Rise" show:
- an archival mid-20th century photo of a Black couple dancing;
- and striking, artistic photographs of young Black men and women.
Narrator:
Celebrate the artistic vision of renowned Japanese filmmaker, Hayao Miyazaki, as we are swept away on a richly illustrated journey that explores the animator's craftsmanship, creative process and masterful storytelling.
On screen:
Pages from "Hayao Miyazaki" show illustrations of characters, creatures, air vehicles, and a floating city. Pages show Miyazaki drawing at his art desk - and a quote reading: "We have consistently tried to make 'Films' not 'Anime.'"
Side note:
Exciting music plays.
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Discover new horizons in "Race for Tomorrow." Reporter, Simon Mundy, visits 26 countries to show how the climate crisis is displacing communities and disrupting businesses while inspiring a new wave of innovation.
On screen:
A book appears, titled: "Race for Tomorrow: Survival, Innovation, and Profit on the Front Lines of the Climate Crisis." A montage of video clips shows:
- Mundy walking in different counties affected by climate-related disasters;
- a factory demolished by a controlled explosion;
- (and) acres of solar panels.
Narrator:
And finally, non-fungible tokens (or NFTs) are poised to change the worlds of sports, fashion, fine art and more, but what are they? Marc Beckman explains the concept and shows entrepreneurs how to succeed in tomorrow's NFT-driven world.
On screen:
Pages from "The Comprehensive Guide: NFTs. Digital Artwork. Blockchain Technology" show: computer generated artwork.
Narrator:
This is the J.P. Morgan Summer Reading List 2022.
On screen:
A group of books appear, including:
- CEO Excellence;
- Race for Tomorrow;
- Being Present by Jeanine W. Turner;
- The Power of Regret;
- Fixed by Amy E. Herman;
- Hayao Miyazaki;
- As We Rise;
- Between the Mountain and the Sky by Maggie Doyne;
- (and) Greek Myths.
Narrator:
You are here. Where would you like to go?
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J.P. Morgan.
Text on screen:
jpmorgan.com/readinglist. Hashtag SRL2022.
END
Side note:
Exciting music plays.
Logo:
J.P. Morgan.
Narrator:
You are here.
On screen:
A video clip shows the planet Earth.
Narrator:
But with a book, you can travel anywhere through space and time, making countless new connections along the way.
On screen:
Interconnected dots of glowing light surround the Earth.
Text on screen:
J.P. Morgan Summer Reading List 2022.
Narrator:
Introducing the J.P. Morgan Summer Reading List 2022, a selection of fascinating books about who we are, where we've been and where we're going.
On screen:
A montage of pages from the Summer Reading List books show photos and illustrations of:
- a woman (wearing a floral robe) fishing in a pristine creek;
- Apollo over the body of Hyacinthus;
- and a sad young boy, standing alone in a city at night.
Narrator:
You can explore the ancient worlds of Greek mythology, reimagined for modern times. In "Greek Myths," Taschen shows how Gustav Schwab's legendary stories of gods and all too human heroes are as relevant today as ever.
On screen:
A montage of illustrations from the book "Greek Myths" show:
- Athena, dressed for battle;
- Jason, reclining while wearing the Golden Fleece;
- Odysseus, shipwrecked and clinging to a wooden raft;
- and Antigone wandering a desolate landscape with her elderly father, Oedipus.
Narrator:
In "The Power of Regret," Daniel H. Pink explains how regret can become a positive force to help us make smarter decisions, achieve our goals and deepen our sense of purpose.
On screen:
Pages from "The Power of Regret" show:
- a chapter heading, titled: "Part Three: Regret Remade";
- a bar chart, labeled: "Most Common Regrets - 2011";
- (and) a close-up of the book cover, reading: "How Looking Backward Moves Us Forward."
Side note:
Upbeat music plays.
Narrator:
Meet inspirational leaders in "CEO Excellence." Authors, Carolyn Dewar, Scott Keller and Vikram Malhotra offer a revealing look at how some of the world's most respected CEOs do their jobs.
On screen:
Pages from "CEO Excellence" show:
- a chapter heading, titled: "Personal Effectiveness Mindset - Do What Only You Can Do";
- (and) an appendix, listing CEOS: Mary Barra of General Motors, Frank Blake of Home Depot, Jorgen Vig Knudstorp of LEGO, and more.
Narrator:
In "As We Rise," a striking compilation of photographs by Black artists examines aspects of Black life while focusing on ideas of agency, beauty and self-representation.
On screen:
Photographs from "As We Rise" show:
- an archival mid-20th century photo of a Black couple dancing;
- and striking, artistic photographs of young Black men and women.
Narrator:
Celebrate the artistic vision of renowned Japanese filmmaker, Hayao Miyazaki, as we are swept away on a richly illustrated journey that explores the animator's craftsmanship, creative process and masterful storytelling.
On screen:
Pages from "Hayao Miyazaki" show illustrations of characters, creatures, air vehicles, and a floating city. Pages show Miyazaki drawing at his art desk - and a quote reading: "We have consistently tried to make 'Films' not 'Anime.'"
Side note:
Exciting music plays.
Narrator:
Discover new horizons in "Race for Tomorrow." Reporter, Simon Mundy, visits 26 countries to show how the climate crisis is displacing communities and disrupting businesses while inspiring a new wave of innovation.
On screen:
A book appears, titled: "Race for Tomorrow: Survival, Innovation, and Profit on the Front Lines of the Climate Crisis." A montage of video clips shows:
- Mundy walking in different counties affected by climate-related disasters;
- a factory demolished by a controlled explosion;
- (and) acres of solar panels.
Narrator:
And finally, non-fungible tokens (or NFTs) are poised to change the worlds of sports, fashion, fine art and more, but what are they? Marc Beckman explains the concept and shows entrepreneurs how to succeed in tomorrow's NFT-driven world.
On screen:
Pages from "The Comprehensive Guide: NFTs. Digital Artwork. Blockchain Technology" show: computer generated artwork.
Narrator:
This is the J.P. Morgan Summer Reading List 2022.
On screen:
A group of books appear, including:
- CEO Excellence;
- Race for Tomorrow;
- Being Present by Jeanine W. Turner;
- The Power of Regret;
- Fixed by Amy E. Herman;
- Hayao Miyazaki;
- As We Rise;
- Between the Mountain and the Sky by Maggie Doyne;
- (and) Greek Myths.
Narrator:
You are here. Where would you like to go?
Logo:
J.P. Morgan.
Text on screen:
jpmorgan.com/readinglist. Hashtag SRL2022.
END
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