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Miranda Keeling: The Little Things
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- Miranda Keeling
The Twittersphere can be a stressful place, a treadmill of hype, self-promotion and loud complaints. Those searching for sanctuary, should flock to @MirandaKeeling, where an almost zen-like atmosphere prevails. She’s…
Our National Treasure, Our NHS
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- Dr. Sundeep Grewal
In this rousing talk, Dr Sundeep discusses the foundations upon which the NHS was built – an institution that he, like many other doctors have committed their lives to uphold.…
Rafe Offer, Sofar Sounds: A New Respect for Music
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- Rafe Ofer – Sofar Sounds
Sofar Sounds aka. ‘Songs From a Room’ began in London (where else!?) it’s an an innovative concept / World smashing musical movement dedicated to bringing the best new music to…
Charlie Dark: We Run the Night
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- Charlie Dark (Run Dem Crew)
In this inspirational talk about his experiences taking swathes of young Londoners “from sofa to finish line”, Charlie describes how RDC became a dining table of sorts, where ideas could…
Amanda Lepore: The Most Expensive Body on Earth.
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- Amanda Lepore
Amanda discusses her journey of self-discovery, and the long road to becoming ‘the number one transsexual in the world’. Expect a brutally candid story, punctuated with plenty of curveballs: family…
Say YES More
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- Dave Cornthwaite
Dave, a former x-Box addict gives this empowering talk about making the most of your days. He takes us through his ‘yes!’ list (Like a bucket list, but less morbid)…
Sane New World
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- Ruby Wax
“It doesn’t matter if your famous or live in a mud hut or what culture you’re from: depression loves everyone”. Characteristically candid, Ruby discusses her own experiences of mental illness…
Banknotes, backlash & the rise of a role model
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- Caroline Criado-Perez
In this harrowing talk, Caroline explores the current state of gender equality in the UK and abroad. She describes her campaign to improve female representation and the horrific backlash that…
How to make an amazing idea
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- Shed Simove
Shed’s talk is a crash course in entrepreneurship (of the most shocking variety). He takes us through some of his finest inventions, including offensive birthday candles, flying swearwords and an…
Creating a monster.
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- Michael Acton-Smith
In this inspiring and entertaining talk, Michael shares his story of Moshi Monsters: a crazy tale that began with a drawing and became a global phenomenon. He tells stories from…