The Generation Myth – Why When You’re Born Matters Less Than You Think
Acclaimed social researcher Bobby Duffy argues we need to drop the stereotypes and focus on more rigorous generational analysis – one of our most powerful tools for understanding how individuals and societies change, and something which is even more important in light of the Covid-19 crisis, a truly generation-shaping event. His book, Generations, draws on data from over 3 million […]
Douglas Stuart: The Exclusive London Launch of Young Mungo
Picador is proud to present this exclusive London event in association with akt and Newham Bookshop. Douglas Stuart’s debut novel Shuggie Bain won the 2020 Booker Prize and has gone on to be a huge global bestseller. At this, the exclusive London event on his UK tour, Douglas will read from and discuss his extraordinarily […]
Compassion in a Time of Covid: Bridging the Gap Between Opposing Viewpoints
Central London Humanists (CLH) are pleased to welcome Dr Rebekah Honey as she attempts to answer the question: Can compassion bridge the gap between opposing viewpoints? Compassion-Focused Therapy is a means to improving mental health and contentment. What can this approach teach us about understanding and persuading others? Dr Rebekah Honey is a Clinical Psychologist […]
Ethical Matters: Losing It – Sex Education for the 21st Century
Clueless about everything from her own anatomy to relationships, Sophia Smith Galer’s sex education classes left her with more questions than answers. But what she didn’t know was that this lack of knowledge was about to turn her life upside down – as it does to countless people in the UK every year. Thanks to inadequate […]
What Do Men Want? Masculinity and its Discontents
Something is definitely up with men. From millions who follow Jordan Peterson to the #MeToo backlash, from Men's Rights activists and incels to spiralling suicide rates, it's easy to see that, while men still rule the world, masculinity is in crisis. How can men and women live together in a world where capitalism and consumerism […]
Resol Quartet
We are pleased to be able to welcome an audience for this performance, and will also stream the concert on YouTube Live. Attendance in person may not be possible if government guidelines change prior to the event. We reserve the right to make this event livestream only and will inform ticket holders in advance. Formed in 2018, […]
Detoxing Masculinity
From violence against women and girls, to shocking mental health outcomes for men – how do we heal masculinity to create a better world for all people? Bringing men into the feminist fold is essential, but can be tough. There’s a lot of toxicity out there blocking the way to self-work, men’s work, the work […]
Thinking Like A Woman
Eleanor Roosevelt once famously said, “A woman is like a tea bag; you never know how strong it is until it’s in hot water.” When George Halfin, Innate Health coach, project manager at a national UK charity and mum of two, felt the weight of the world coming down on her at the start of […]
Chris McGlade – Forgiveness
A fiercely powerful and critically acclaimed show about a brutally shocking story; Chris’ father was murdered in 2011. How do you forgive your father’s murderer? Only Chris knows… Inspiring uproarious laughter, tears of sincerity and standing ovations, Chris’ conscientious comedy and cutting-edge poetry makes for a truly unforgettable show. “A masterclass in confessional comedy” ★★★★ […]