From the editor: As their name suggests, Carnegie tries to promote the ethical side of foreign relations. In spite of the progressiveness of its mission, this is a serious operation, with heavy hitter speakers talking to jacket-and-tie crowds in a swell upper/mid East brownstone.

Carnegie doesn't concern itself with getting crowd-pleasing presenters, but you're guaranteed some of the smartest wonks and intelligent Q&As around. Evening talks are usually followed with some wine and munchies.