Unveiling Vermeer: The Man and his Masterpieces, with Andrew Graham-Dixon
For generations of scholars, Johannes Vermeer was an enigma. His paintings are celebrated as some of the best in history, but what written record remains revealed little about his interior life, connections, or the identity of the woman in his most iconic work, Girl with a Pearl Earring. That was until acclaimed art historian Andrew […]
Nicola Sturgeon on Power, Politics and the Future of Britain
Nicola Sturgeon is one of the defining political figures of our age. Scotland’s first female and longest-serving First Minister, Sturgeon led her country through some of the most consequential moments in recent UK history, including the independence referendum, Brexit, and the Covid pandemic. On August 6 Sturgeon comes to Intelligence Squared to reflect on a life of political […]
Uncovering the Epstein Story
The Jeffrey Epstein story has created shockwaves on both sides of the Atlantic. As new documents continue to emerge, and as journalists continue to report around those documents, we’re increasingly seeing how the powerful and well-connected can evade scrutiny. At its core, this is a story about a system of privilege that shielded Epstein – […]
The New Silencing: Women, Politics and the Rise of the Manosphere
When the MeToo movement ignited in 2017, many believed it would be a turning point for women after which positive change would become inevitable. And for a brief time, it felt like the world was finally listening to women’s voices. But in 2026, that promise feels fragile. The rise of the manosphere, escalating violence against […]
Upgrade Your Happiness
Are you seeking clarity and calm in today’s hectic world? Join acclaimed philosopher Bhaskarji for an enlightening lecture on how to unlock inner peace and understand the ingredients to find true happiness. Bhaskar Ramachandran, respectfully known as ‘Bhaskarji’, is an acclaimed philosopher in the UK. He is the founder and head of the charity, the […]
How the Cosmos Explains Life On Earth, with Christophe Galfard
Christophe Galfard is a physicist who studied under Stephen Hawking at Cambridge, where he researched black holes alongside one of history’s greatest minds. Now a bestselling author and leading science broadcaster, Galfard’s work focuses on discovering life beyond planet Earth. On June 24, Galfard comes to Intelligence Squared to reveal what the cosmos tells us […]
Chasing Aliens, with Jon Ronson and Daniel Lavelle
Are we really alone in the universe? The question of whether there is extraterrestrial life is one of our oldest questions. And few nations on Earth are more captivated by the prospect of life on Mars than the United States. President Barack Obama recently made headlines by stating he believes aliens are real. And around […]
Kyan Quartet
“…the Kyan Quartet brought a classical poise to this music and rarely, if ever, went for the big romantic gesture or meatily expressive tone. All was focused, poised and fine grained.” – Planet Hugill, on the Kyan Quartet’s 2024 performance at Conway Hall The award-winning Kyan Quartet brings together four exceptional musicians from the UK, […]
NOVO Quartet
“I’ve heard this quartet dozens of times, in many different interpretations. NOVO Quartet’s performance was by far the best.” – Kulturen.nu, Denmark NOVO Quartet’s achievements include top prizes at the Geneva, Heidelberg, Carl Nielsen, and Trondheim competitions. Most recently, they were selected as BBC New Generation Artists 2025–27 – a major milestone that will strengthen […]