Past Events

‘Sir, We Are Homosexuals’: The Story of The First Gay British Man to Come Out

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Zing Tsjeng chairs a conversation with Christopher Stephens and Louise Radnofsky, uncovering the extraordinary life of Roger Butler, a pioneer of gay liberation.

He’s Not Normal: Robin Ince in Conversation

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Robin Ince on embracing neurodiversity, rethinking “normal,” and finding strength in being different.

Human Rights: The Case for the Defence, with Shami Chakrabarti

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Shami Chakrabarti, former director of Liberty and member of the House of Lords, with Hannah MacInnes on why human rights matter more than ever.

Homework: Geoff Dyer in Conversation

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Childhood, class, and the absurd joys of growing up in a world that no longer exists.

George Monbiot in Conversation with Afua Hirsch

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George Monbiot and Afua Hirsch uncover the hidden ideology of neoliberalism—what it is, how it shapes the world, and what we can do about it.

How AI Took Over and Where it’s Taking Us Next

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Christopher Summerfield on the rise of thinking machines and the future they’re shaping.

Conscience Incorporated: Profits, Power & Human Rights

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Former U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for Democracy Michael Posner on the future of ethical business in a world at risk.

Framing Life Underwater

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National Geographic photographers Cristina Mittermeier and Paul Nicklen, with Colin Butfield, share ocean stories, art, and conservation.

How to Fight Misinformation

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Chris Morris, CEO of Full Fact, unpacks the global misinformation crisis and its threat to democracy.

Change Starts Now, with Melati Wijsen

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Lessons from young changemakers on building successful movements in the face of increasing climate despair.