Intelligence Squared

We're launching this tomorrow but I wanted to share here. Just two weeks after the US election Thomas Friedman will be joining us to share his insight into what will have just taken place and what lies ahead. Tom's last event in London was with us - prior to the pandemic - and we're thrilled to have him back. It's at 7 pm on November 19 in Westminster. https://lnkd.in/erc6tPZH

On October 14 bestselling author of Surrounded By Idiots, Thomas Erikson comes to the Intelligence Squared stage to discuss his new book Surrounded by Liars. He will unpack the psychological reasons behind why we lie, why it comes so naturally, and explain why some personalities are more prone to telling fibs than others. Join us at Conway Hall for an enlightening evening where Erikson will give us practical advice for how to better understand our family, friends, romantic interests, colleagues and more as we face the constant challenge of trying to figure out who is telling us the truth – and who is lying. #surroundedbyliars #Thomaserikson #booktalk

I've loved Tim Minchin's musical comedy since I was a teenager. So it's a huge thrill to be producing this Intelligence Squared live show in September. It will be our second live event in Brighton as we continue to expand beyond London: https://lnkd.in/eGyEnDRR

Solar panel installers, architects, environmental scientists, recycling coordinators, wind turbine engineers, geologists, project managers, electric vehicle manufacturers – these are just a small subset of the countless jobs connected to the green revolution. But, for renewable energy to be a sustainable part of our lives, we need to ensure it offers both economic growth and climate security. The International Labour Organisation estimates that the energy transition could create 25 million new jobs by 2030. To achieve that remarkable goal, we will need investment to ensure that jobs and workers are protected, and to rethink the way our business and employment models work. But what is life really like for those working at the heart of the green economy? To dive into this topic, host Kamal Ahmed is joined by Bailey Woolston, one of Scottish Power’s first offshore wind apprentices, currently in his third year as a balance of plant apprentice at the East Anglia ONE wind farm. They discuss how Bailey got into the industry, the ways in which young people can start a meaningful career in the renewables sector, and what a day in the life is like as an apprentice on an offshore wind farm. This podcast was produced by Intelligence Squared in partnership with Iberdrola.

New Podcast Episode from our friends at @sothebys: In celebration of Imaginary Conversations: An ERDEM collection inspired by Duchess Deborah, join British fashion journalist Charlie Porter in conversation with Erdem Moralıoğlu, Creative Director of ERDEM, and Lady Burlington. Together they will discuss Erdem’s creative process in designing a collection inspired by Duchess Deborah, drawing upon the historic textile collection and archives at Chatsworth, as well as the creation of Imaginary Conversations, an exhibition that showcases the inspiration, craft and tools involved in translating the life and legacy of an individual into a fully realised fashion collection. Visit Imaginary Conversations: An ERDEM collection inspired by Duchess Deborah at Chatsworth House until 20th October 2024. Episode link can be found in the comments, or just search Sotheby’s Talks on your favourite podcast platform to listen and to explore past episodes. 

New Podcast Episode from our friends at Sotheby's Creative London: An Artistic Crossroads, including speakers such as Grayson Perry and Tim Marlow. Has London's cultural power essentially radiated outwards, influencing artists and creatives across the world? Or is London's creative preeminence dependent on the influx of global talent that has galvanised its artistic scene? In this panel discussion, curator and cultural historian Gus Casely-Hayford, journalist Dylan Jones, museum director Tim Marlow, Sotheby’s Europe chairman Helena Newman and artist Grayson Perry explore the importance of cultural exchange, regardless of its origin, in shaping London's rise as a creative powerhouse. Episode link can be found in the comments, or just search Sotheby’s Talks on your favourite podcast platform to listen and to explore past episodes.

For the final instalment of the Intelligence Squared Economic Outlook series for 2024, Financial Times columnist Tim Harford will join us to interrogate what the numbers are really telling us about the economy – and what those numbers tell us about what lies ahead. 📍The Tabernacle, Notting Hill / Livestream 🗓️ Tues Nov 26, 7PM In partnership with Guinness Global Investors. https://lnkd.in/eqypKRm5..

We all want to know where the British economy is heading. There are few more reliable and fair-minded economists than Paul Johnson of the Institute of Fiscal Studies. You'll have seen him quoted and interviewed an awful lot recently. We're delighted to be hosting him for our next Intelligence Squared Economic Outlook event. It's at 7 pm on October 1 - sandwiched between the UK and US elections - at the Tabernacle in Notting Hill. Jonny Dymond of the BBC will chair. And, as always, we're grateful to our partners at Guinness Global Investors for their support of this series. https://lnkd.in/eDVMs42J

📈 What is Britain's future in the global economy? Join Paul Johnson on Oct 1 for the next installment of the Intelligence Squared Economic Outlook, live in London. Paul Johnson is the economist who has set the terms of so much political debate over the past few decades in Britain. Having served as Director of the Institute for Fiscal Studies since 2011, his expertise on matters of public spending and global economic trends have provided invaluable insight to the public and policymakers alike. 📍The Tabernacle, Notting Hill / Livestream 🗓️ Tues Oct 1, 7PM Get your tickets here: https://lnkd.in/eBbn66bt In partnership with Guinness Global Investors