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SUMMARY:TALK: The Science of ADHD: Navigating Neurodiversity in a Neurotypical World
DESCRIPTION:A simple scroll through Instagram or TikTok and you’ll be left questioning: do I have ADHD? The rise in ADHD in adults is undeniable. But only over the last decade has ADHD been formally recognised in the UK. It has been suggested that about 1.5 million adults in the UK have ADHD but only 120\,000 have been diagnosed. Waiting times to access an adult ADHD specialist clinic in the NHS can be up to 2 years or more. It’s hard to find support and help. \nFrom dopamine dips\, hits and myths\, how ADHD can present differently in women than men\, and the neuroscience of neurodiversity; this talk is designed to give you an increased awareness and understanding of an ADHD brain. It will include advice and tips on how to navigate a neurotypical world as a neurodivergent person. \nThis talk will also highlight how society is demanding change. People are increasingly recognising and accepting neurodiversity and self-defining as neurodivergent. Surely\, it’s time for the world to alter neurotypical societal standards as they are fast becoming outdated. \nFollow us on IG @seedtalks \nProfessor James Brown is an academic researcher and science communicator. James was diagnosed with ADHD in 2021. Subsequently\, James co-founded and is Chair for the registered UK charity ADHDadultUK\, set up the evidence-based online ADHD magazine focusmag.uk and is a co-founder and co-host of The ADHD Adults Podcast. James is also an ADHD Coach and Mentor and provides training\, guidance and assistance to organisations around adult ADHD for his company JBHD Ltd.
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/talk-the-science-of-adhd-navigating-neurodiversity-in-a-neurotypical-world-4/
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SUMMARY:TALK: The History of Folklore and Feminism
DESCRIPTION:For centuries\, feminist writers and thinkers have turned to myths\, legends\, fairytales\, religious stories\, and cultural traditions to make sense of women’s experiences. All of these come under the umbrella of ‘folklore’. This talk will explore the enduring relevance of folklore\, asking how these stories can be reclaimed and reimagined for the 21st-century feminist. \nWe’ll trace figures like the witch\, the shapeshifter\, and the maiden across different traditions\, examining the societal norms they were created to enforce and how feminist thinkers have reshaped them into symbols of resistance and possibility. \nFinally\, we will ask why we continually return to ancient stories to tell new ones — does this suggest that we’re out of new stories\, or is it a part of a longstanding literary tradition in women’s writing\, to look back\, to subvert dominant myths\, and to challenge the patriarchal ideas embedded in our society? \nSpeaker Bio: \nDr Shelby Judge is a Lecturer in Creative and Cultural Industries at the University of Derby\, \nwhere she researches digital feminist and popular feminist responses to Incels and the \nManosphere. She recently completed her PhD in English Literature at the University of \nGlasgow\, for which she produced the thesis Contemporary Feminist Adaptations of Greek \nMyth. Due to the proliferating nature of this genre\, Shelby’s work in this field is ongoing. She \nhas published work on #MeToo and the Trojan War\, 21st Century adaptations of Helen of \nTroy\, transgender adaptations of Frankenstein\, and transgender readings of Ovid. She has \npreviously given public lectures on toxic masculinity in Greek myth and sea monsters in Scottish folklore. She is a regular contributor to the Literary Encyclopedia\, for which she has \nwritten articles on the poetry of Carol Ann Duffy and Margaret Atwood\, as well as entries on \nLaura Bates and Janice Hallett. Shelby is a committee member for the Transatlantic Literary \nWomen network\, funded by the US Embassy and BAAS.
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/talk-the-history-of-folklore-and-feminism/
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SUMMARY:Talk: Trump & Vance
DESCRIPTION:Trump & Vance- with friends like these\, who needs enemies?\nAltered State welcomes General Sir Timothy Radford and Richard Graham\, former diplomat and MP\, to the panel to discuss the impacts of America First foreign policy on the UK\, NATO as is\, geopolitics and any likely realignments and new alliances that it might beget \n 
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/talk-trump-vance/
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SUMMARY:Talk: The Psychology of Psychopaths with Forensic Psychologist Dee Anand
DESCRIPTION:Do psychopaths live amongst us? \n“Psychopath” is a term often thrown around in popular culture\, but how many of us truly understand what it means? Psychopathy is a complex and often misunderstood condition that has fascinated forensic psychologists\, criminologists\, and the public for decades.In this talk\, we’ll examine the defining traits and behaviours of psychopathy. Diving into genetic roots\, emotional detachment and socio-environmental influences\, Chartered Forensic Psychologist Dee Anand will unravel the science behind the condition. We’ll also tackle the big questions: Are psychopaths born or made? And can a psychopath ever be cured? \nDee Anand is a Chartered Forensic Psychologist and has been practising in the field for over 20 years. He has led Forensic Psychology with an unprecedented two terms as Chair of the National Division of Forensic Psychology\, and has held the position of Chair of every professional board in Forensic Psychology at the British Psychological Society. He is currently Head of Qualification in Forensic Psychology at the British Psychological Society. His research on psychopathy was conducted at Broadmoor Hospital\, a high-security psychiatric institution\, where he investigated the PCL-R model of psychopathy. As a practitioner\, Dee has worked extensively with violent offenders and other complex offenders in creating and leading intervention and reform programmes. In academia\, he was the Programme Director for the Professional Doctorate in Forensic Psychology at the University of Portsmouth. \nThis is a 16+ event.
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/talk-the-psychology-of-psychopaths-with-forensic-psychologist-dee-anand-2/
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SUMMARY:Talk: The Art History of Howl’s Moving Castle with Helen McCarthy
DESCRIPTION:What do a Welsh children’s book\, the Iraq War\, and a master of Japanese animation have in common? They collide in Howl’s Moving Castle—the dazzling follow-up to Hayao Miyazaki’s Academy Award-winning Spirited Away. Though now beloved by audiences worldwide\, the film almost wasn’t Miyazaki’s. Originally intended for another director\, this spellbinding story only came under his care after global events reshaped its destiny. \nHowl’s Moving Castle\, like many other Ghibli films\, finds its roots in a European children’s book\, in this case Diana Wynne Jones’ 1986 book of the same name. It was an important book for the New Mythology movement\, which is defined by the emergence of a new heroic archetype that transcends old cultural concepts and confronts them with modern ideals. The central character\, Sophie Hatter\, with her courage and determination in the face of difficulty\, is an ideal New Mythology hero.  Sophie also fits neatly into the Miyazaki canon of brave\, capable female leads – with a unique and interesting twist. Miyazaki’s adaptation\, however\, adds his signature touch: a poignant anti-war message\, breathtaking artistry\, and one of Studio Ghibli’s rare adult romances. \nDiscover the twists\, turns\, and heart of Howl’s Moving Castle\, a film that redefined bravery and love for generations. \nHelen McCarthy is a writer and speaker on anime and manga. She’s been studying anime since 1981\, writing over a dozen books\, over a hundred articles and essays\, and giving talks all over the world. Her talk on the Art History of Studio Ghibli has wowed audiences all over the UK for Seed Talks. Exploring Howl’s Moving Castle dives deep into the studio’s inspirations with new ideas and information for even the most dedicated Ghibli fan\, but even a complete Ghibli beginner will enjoy this exploration of the film’s art\, story\, legacy and the people who made it.
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/talk-the-art-history-of-howls-moving-castle-with-helen-mccarthy/
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SUMMARY:Discovery Talk: Changing the Soundtrack of the Ocean
DESCRIPTION:Marine biologist Steve Simpson\, Professor of Marine Biology & Global Change at the University of Bristol\, will take us on an adventure into the world of underwater acoustics in this fascinating talk. Tuning into the sounds of the ocean reveals amazing habitats and behaviours\, but also highlights environments at risk. Discover how sound itself may hold the key to reversing some of the issues facing marine life\, such as the ravages of climate change\, overfishing and pollution. \nSteve and his team use cutting edge acoustic technology to listen to the ocean and gain new insights into the extraordinary abundance of life beneath the waves. Tens of thousands of species of fish\, marine mammals\, crustaceans\, mussels opening and closing\, sea urchins and snapping clams all contribute to an incredible aquatic soundscape. But we are adding to this cheerful cacophony with human-made noise pollution. \nSteve and his team have gained worrying insights into the changing health of precious habitats by listening to the ocean’s symphony in places as far flung as Indonesia\, and Australia’s Great Barrier Reef. Overfishing\, climate change and pollution are all taking a toll on habitats and biodiversity. But all is not lost – through the use of sound\, Steve’s team have found ways to encourage the restoration of habitats and measure their recovery. Steve’s message is one of optimism and active hope – through the use of technology\, and also art\, film and music\, we can bring people together to rewrite the soundtrack of the ocean and create a better future. \n“Listening to the ocean connects us to marine life\, highlights the severity of human impacts\, and gives us tools and stories to underpin active hope and build a better future.” Steve Simpson\, Professor of Marine Biology & Global Change\, University of Bristol \nAbout the speaker \nProf. Steve Simpson teaches marine biology to hundreds of undergraduates and masters students\, and leads a thriving research group consisting of 15 postdoc\, PhD and Masters students\, with active projects in the UK\, Maldives\, Egypt\, Caribbean and Australia. He runs the MSc in Science Communication for a Better Planet at the University of Bristol. He was Series Academic Advisor to the BBC’s Blue Planet II and Netflix’s Our Oceans\, and recently featured in the BBC’s Our Changing Planet. He gives public lectures and media interviews on marine biology\, global impacts and potential solutions\, and remains optimistic that we can work together to restore the oceans for a better future. \nThe event will be chaired by Miranda Krestovnikoff\, TV presenter\, diver and author. \nPre-show dining is available in the bar/restaurant downstairs at the Hen & Chicken\, including a pizza/burger & drink offer for ticket holders. Please contact the Hen & Chicken direct to reserve your table for pre-show dining. Pre-Events Restaurant Offer – Hen & Chicken
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/discovery-talk-changing-the-soundtrack-of-the-ocean/
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SUMMARY:Talk: The Psychology of EMDR Therapy: Rewiring memories
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wondered how our brains process and heal from life’s toughest moments? Many of us carry unresolved experiences—whether it’s a difficult breakup\, childhood criticism\, or a lingering fear—that can quietly block our confidence\, relationships\, or success. \nEye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a groundbreaking therapeutic approach designed to help people move past trauma\, anxiety\, and other emotional hurdles. \nIn this talk\, you’ll discover how EMDR works—by using a combination of focused attention and guided eye movements to “unblock” the trauma stored in the brain and release emotional pain. Unlike traditional talk therapy\, EMDR taps into the brain’s natural ability to heal\, offering relief often in a shorter timeframe. \nTrauma expert Shelly Bradley-Scholey will explore real-world success stories and explain why EMDR has become a trusted tool for millions worldwide. Whether you’re curious about new ways to heal or want to understand how the mind can overcome its deepest struggles\, this talk will open your eyes to the possibilities of modern therapy. \nAbout your host: \nShelley Bradley-Scholey is a UK-based trauma expert\, accredited EMDR Consultant\, BABCP-certified CBT therapist\, and Registered Mental Health Nurse with over 20 years of experience in mental health\, including 13 years in Defence Mental Health Services. She holds a MSc in CBT Research from the University of Oxford and is the founder of Fortitude Psychological Therapy\, offering trauma-focused therapy\, supervision\, and teaching. A guest lecturer at Oxford and Exeter Universities\, published author\, and public speaker\, Shelley integrates EMDR\, Beckian CBT\, and Compassion-Focused Therapy into her survivor-centered\, compassionate approach to healing.
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/talk-the-psychology-of-emdr-therapy-rewiring-memories/
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SUMMARY:Talk: ADHD & Women: Misunderstood\, misdiagnosed & moving forward for change
DESCRIPTION:Discover the nuances of how ADHD presents itself differently within women in a neuroaffirming environment. Followed by Q&A. \nJoin us for an insightful talk exploring how ADHD uniquely affects women – from late or missed diagnoses to the emotional toll of being misunderstood. \nDespite growing awareness\, many women are still overlooked or misdiagnosed due to outdated assumptions and gender bias. Drawing on the latest research and real-life experiences\, we’ll unpack key topics including emotional regulation\, masking\, burnout and Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria. We’ll also explore how hormonal changes can intensify ADHD symptoms – and what can be done to support wellbeing throughout these shifts. \nThis talk takes a neuro-affirming approach\, offering practical strategies and insights to empower women to better understand themselves and advocate for the support they need. \nSpeaker Bio: \nDr Emilie Moorhead (DClinPsych\, CPsychol\, BSc) is a Clinical Psychologist with nearly two decades of clinical experience working with Neurodivergent people. She is a Registered Practitioner Psychologist with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and Chartered Clinical Psychologist with the British Psychological Society (BPS). Dr Moorhead runs her own successful Psychology practice\, This Is Me Psychology\, which specialises in supporting Neurodivergent people to gain the best possible understanding of themselves. She adopts a neuro-affirming approach\, helping Neurodivergent people to recognise the strengths and values that they have to enable them to embrace their full potential. She strongly believes that everybody should be able to access Neurodivergent support in a proactive and preventative manner\, without needing to reach crisis point first.  \nDr Moorhead has also worked in a range of NHS and private mental health services\, including Clinical Lead at two specialist Neurodiversity Services. She works with individuals across the lifespan. She is a guest lecturer on a number of University courses\, specialising in Neurodivergent conditions and post-diagnostic support. 
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/talk-adhd-women-misunderstood-misdiagnosed-moving-forward-for-change/
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SUMMARY:Talk: The Psychology of Carl Jung with Dr Rachel Newsome
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wondered what our dreams and imagination can say about our inner psychology? Join us for an illuminating introduction to the psychology of Carl Jung and his groundbreaking ideas about the creative\, healing power of the unconscious. A founding father of depth psychology\, Jung was a maverick thinker\, artist and visionary whose ideas were ahead of his time. His extensive studies of ancient religions and mythologies\, alongside his deep dream work\, brought him to the edge of sanity. Through this work\, he developed the pioneering concepts of the collective unconscious\, the archetypes (including the shadow and the self)\, synchronicity\, individuation\, creative self-realisation and more. \nIn this talk\, we’ll explore key Jungian concepts in relation to how Jung combined ancient Eastern wisdom with Western psychology. We’ll learn how this can be understood as a form of ‘sacred science’ reflecting the spiritual crisis of late stage capitalism and how Jung’s thought places us inside a larger reality transcending space and time. We’ll look at the instrumental role of imagination\, dreams and symbols in Jung’s approach to psychoanalysis\, including his innovative technique of active imagination or ‘dreaming awake’. We’ll consider how Jung’s psychoanalysis is still relevant today as a powerful\, transformative tool to access the unknown and facilitate creativity in support of both individual and collective growth. \nDr Rachel Newsome is a Jungian-based writer and teacher. She holds a doctorate in applying Jungian psychoanalysis to creative writing and is the founder of Depth Writing With Dr Rachel\, a holistic creative learning programme aimed at supporting transformational growth. Dr Rachel has a background in the media and academia as a former editor of arts & culture magazine Dazed & Confused and a lecturer with twenty years’ experience\, respectively. She is an Associate of the Higher Education Association and an Editorial Board Member of the London Arts-Based Research Centre. Her research has been published in international academic journals and she is Co-Editor of the forthcoming Routledge publication The Creative Psyche: Between Spirit and Matter. Her monthly Depth Writing With Dr Rachel dispatches on travels between worlds via the arts\, culture and all things Jungian can be found on Substack.
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/talk-the-psychology-of-carl-jung-with-dr-rachel-newsome/
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SUMMARY:Talk: Beneath the skin – an intimate look at our bodies
DESCRIPTION:Altered State returns with a new talk\,  taking a fresh look at how bodies are seen in medicine. \nFrom the influence of tradition and male bias to the blind spots of race and gender. Have female sexual organs had the attention they deserve? We’ll explore how priorities in surgery are arrived at and what we can do to compensate. \nAltered State host Eliz Mizon will be joined by: \nGabriel Weston – surgeon\, author and mother of 4 \nGene Feder – Professor of Primary Care at University of Bristol \nThe event will be followed by a book signing with Gabriel \nContact hello@alteredstate.org.uk if have any questions \nEntry requirements: 16+
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/talk-beneath-the-skin-an-intimate-look-at-our-bodies/
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SUMMARY:Talk: A History of Tarot Cards: The ancient art of inner knowing
DESCRIPTION:What makes tarot such a compelling tool for reflection\, insight\, and even transformation? \nIn this talk\, we’ll explore how tarot works not just as a way to predict the future\, but as a tool for spiritual growth. Rich in symbols\, emotions and archetypes\, tarot offers a way to better understand ourselves and the world around us. \nWe’ll start with how tarot is used today\, then trace its roots back to the Italian Renaissance. Thinkers like Pico della Mirandola were searching for a way to talk to angels – a kind of spiritual language – and this quest helped shape the deeper meanings tarot still carries. \nWe’ll then take a closer look at three powerful cards: the High Priestess\, Temperance\, and the Devil\, and explore what they might be saying. Finally\, we’ll explore the explosion of tarot design in recent years\, and why so many people turn to tarot to make sense of the world. \nDiane Purkiss is Professor of English at the University of Oxford\, and a fellow of Keble  \nCollege. She has published works on witchcraft\, fairies\, and also on the English Civil War\, the occasion of England’s biggest witchhunt. She has been in more than a dozen television documentaries; she even has an IMDb entry and a Wikipedia page.She has spoken to general audiences at numerous literary festivals and to many local history societies.
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/talk-a-history-of-tarot-cards-the-ancient-art-of-inner-knowing/
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SUMMARY:Talk: The Phenomena of Parapsychology: A scientific approach to the extraordinary
DESCRIPTION:What if science could explain your most mysterious experiences – like sensing someone’s thoughts\, glimpsing the future\, or feeling a presence when no one’s there? \nParapsychology is the scientific study of the paranormal – those strange\, often unspoken moments that challenge our understanding of reality. From telepathy\, clairvoyance\, and precognition to altered states of consciousness and near-death experiences\, parapsychology explores the outer edges of human perception. It also investigates ghost sightings\, poltergeists\, mediumship\, and even memories of past lives – phenomena that seem to blur the boundary between life and death. \nWhat many don’t realise is that this field has a long and surprising history. The scientific investigation of paranormal phenomena began in 1882 – before psychology itself was formally established. Over the past 140 years\, parapsychological research has quietly influenced our understanding of the mind\, both within and beyond the mainstream. Join Dr David Luke for a deep dive into this fascinating realm – and discover what decades of scientific research say about the extraordinary experiences so many of us quietly wonder about. \nSpeaker Bio: \nDr David Luke is Associate Professor of Psychology at the University of Greenwich\, and Perrott-Warrick Senior Researcher (via Trinity College\, Cambridge) exploring parapsychology. He is a past president of the Parapsychological Association\, the field’s professional body. His research focuses on transpersonal and paranormal experiences\, anomalous phenomena and altered states of consciousness\, especially via psychedelics\, having published more than 100 academic papers in this area\, including thirteen books\, such as Otherworlds: Psychedelics and Exceptional Human Experience. When he is not running clinical drug trials with LSD\, studying lucid dream precognition\, or exploring apparent weather control with Mexican shamans he manages a small ancient woodland and is a cofounder and trustee of Breaking Convention: International Conference on Psychedelic Consciousness. He lives life on the edge of Sussex\, England.
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/talk-the-phenomena-of-parapsychology-a-scientific-approach-to-the-extraordinary/
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SUMMARY:TALK: The History of Horror Films & Women
DESCRIPTION:Horror films often get a bad rap for how they treat women. Many lean on explicit sex and violence\, reduce women into disposable victims\, or fall back on familiar roles: the mother\, the virgin\, and the whore. But is that the whole story? \n\n\n\nIn this talk\, Prof Susanne Kord takes a fresh look at women in horror\, from the “final girl” who outlasts everyone else to the archetypes we love to fear. Drawing on film and cartoon theory\, she explores how horror shapes the way we see women\, whether audiences share some responsibility for what they watch\, and whether an “ethical” horror film can exist. \nAt its core\, this talk wrestles with two big questions: why do we keep watching horror – and what does that say about us? \nSpeaker Bio: \nProfessor Susanne Kord is a Professor Emeritus of German at UCL and a member of the British Academy. Her research interests include German history and culture\, English literature\, cinema (with an emphasis on horror and/or gender issues)\, and the history of crime (in real life\, literature\, and film). She is the author of eleven books and dozens of essays\, and has received seven major awards for her writing\, including a life-time achievement award. So far she has gone on three international lecture tours\, and additionally offered fifteen keynote or plenary addresses at major conventions\, four named lectures\, and hundreds of other talks.
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/talk-the-history-of-horror-films-women/
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SUMMARY:Talk: The History of Witchcraft in Popular Culture
DESCRIPTION:Why do witches have such a strong pull on our collective imagination? Are they simply bewitching caricatures\, or is there something more metaphysical that drives their continuing popularity? \nFrom the printed engravings of the 15th century to the images created by AI in the 21st century\, witches continue to occupy a place in popular culture. They feature in art\, literature\, theatre\, music\, and film\, and many more. \nDr Julia Phillips will examine the role of the witch in popular culture\, from its earlier depictions to the present day. Discover  why this figure  has remained so compelling\, and how it has continually  evolved to embody  the fears\, values and hopes of each generation. Expect a lively journey through history\, myth and gender\, and leave with a fresh perspective on one of culture’s most enduring icons. \n  \nDr Julia Phillips is Hons Senior Research Associate and lecturer at the University of Bristol. She received her PhD for her research examining how witches and witchcraft were featured in newspapers in Victorian Britain. Her work has been published in books\, academic journals\, and popular magazines\, and she is a regular presenter at conferences and events. Her primary research interests are the study of witchcraft in the 19th century and the development of modern Pagan Witchcraft in the 20th/21st centuries. 
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/talk-the-history-of-witchcraft-in-popular-culture/
LOCATION:Hen & Chicken Studio
CATEGORIES:Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260114T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260114T213000
DTSTAMP:20260604T182025
CREATED:20251210T134008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T134008Z
UID:29637-1768419000-1768426200@www.henandchicken.com
SUMMARY:TALK: The Psychology of Cats with Dr Jon Bowen
DESCRIPTION:Worshipped & domesticated by us for over 10\,000 years\, learn what modern science says about what goes on inside the mind of a cat! With Q+A.\n\n\n\nWhat do cats need to keep them happy? What are the rules cats expect us to follow when we interact with them? Why do cats ask for attention but then sometimes object when we stroke them? Where do cats go and what do they get up to when they leave the house? How have cats learned tricks to secretly manipulate us to get what they want? These are just some of the questions we’ll answer in this wide-ranging talk about the secret lives of cats. \nJon Bowen is a veterinary surgeon who has been working with dogs and cats with behaviour problems for more than 25 years. He runs the behavioural medicine referral service at the Royal Veterinary College\, where he also lectures on behaviour\, and he has published research papers and book chapters on a diverse range of subjects including normal and problematic cat and dog behaviour\, the social support people get from their pets\, and the welfare of pets. He is a regular speaker at international meetings.
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/talk-the-psychology-of-cats-with-dr-jon-bowen/
LOCATION:Hen & Chicken Studio
CATEGORIES:Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260119T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260119T213000
DTSTAMP:20260604T182025
CREATED:20251120T101040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T101040Z
UID:29543-1768851000-1768858200@www.henandchicken.com
SUMMARY:Talk: The Psychology of People Pleasing
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we explore what people pleasing is\, what drives it\, and how to begin to break free. Followed by a Q+A.\n\n\n\nDo you struggle to say no? Take on too much? Put everyone else’s needs before your own? If fear and guilt are stopping you from living the life you want\, people-pleasing could be the reason why. \nIn this talk\, psychotherapist Hannah Paskin will break down people pleasing – helping you identify the signs\, understand how it shows up in your work\, relationships\, and daily life\, and learn practical techniques to say no with confidence and let go of guilt. \nSpeaker bio: \nPsychotherapist Hannah Paskin is a Recovering People Pleaser who really gets it. She runs her own successful full-time therapy practice Hannah Paskin Therapy in Cheshire & Online. She is known as the Straight-Talking Therapist\, and her mission is to give people the answers they need to break free from fear\, guilt\, anxiety and more. She helps people to overcome People Pleasing\, Burnout\, Imposter Syndrome\, Perfectionism and High Functioning Anxiety. She is an accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist with 15 years’ experience in the field.
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/talk-the-psychology-of-people-pleasing/
LOCATION:Hen & Chicken Studio
CATEGORIES:Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260224T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260224T213000
DTSTAMP:20260604T182025
CREATED:20260113T125238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T125238Z
UID:29795-1771961400-1771968600@www.henandchicken.com
SUMMARY:Talk: The History of Mermaids\, Sea Spirits & Women
DESCRIPTION:Dive beneath the surface of mermaid lore\, tracing their long histories and what they may reveal about wider society. Followed by Q&A. \n\nSince Hans Christian Andersen turned the mermaid into a romantic heroine\, shimmering sea-maidens have swum through popular culture. “Mermaiding” has even become a verb. But where do these figures really come from\, and why do they hold such power over us? \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/talk-the-history-of-mermaids-sea-spirits-women/
LOCATION:Hen & Chicken Studio
CATEGORIES:Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260304T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260304T223000
DTSTAMP:20260604T182025
CREATED:20260113T142710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T103944Z
UID:29799-1772652600-1772663400@www.henandchicken.com
SUMMARY:Talk: Vampires & the Human Psyche
DESCRIPTION:Discover the fascinating connections between vampires and the human mind\, from Dracula to Buffy the Vampire Slayer. With Q&A. \n\nWhy are we so drawn to vampires? What do they reveal about us? \nLong before Hollywood\, vampires started with folklore\, born out of fear and superstition. Over the centuries\, these figures have evolved into a key element of pop culture and left a lasting mark on our collective consciousness. From Dracula and Nosferatu to Lost Boys and our beloved Buffy the Vampire Slayer\, this talk will explore these enduring symbols and their connections to the human psyche. \nJoin Katie Evans in exploring why we both fear and love vampires\, and how their stories resonate with us on a personal level. Through psychoanalysis\, forensic psychology and the lens of gender and sexuality\, we will dig deep into vampiric legend. From Freud and Jung to modern ideas of narcissism\, we will explore how these blood-sucking figures represent otherness\, internal struggles and the complexities that many of us face as humans. \nSpeaker Bio: \nKatie Evans is a BACP-accredited therapist and self-confessed horror nerd. Her passion for all things spooky began in childhood and continued through her studies in music\, film\, and media at Liverpool University\, before moving into the field of mental health. She holds advanced accreditation in GSRD Therapy (Gender\, Sexuality\, and Relationship Diversity). In addition\, Katie has presented at conferences across Europe and has spoken for organisations including The Maudsley\, the British Psychological Society\, The NHS\, LGBT Foundation\, and HMPPS\, among others. She is also a registered guest lecturer at Liverpool John Moores University. An advocate for using pop culture in psychotherapy\, Katie previously hosted The Mental Health Monsters Podcast and continues to explore how fictional narratives – especially those from the horror genre – can help us better understand ourselves. \n\n\n 
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/talk-vampires-the-human-psyche/
LOCATION:Hen & Chicken Studio
CATEGORIES:Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260330T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260330T213000
DTSTAMP:20260604T182025
CREATED:20260213T143542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T143542Z
UID:29975-1774899000-1774906200@www.henandchicken.com
SUMMARY:Talk: A Psychologist’s Guide to Expressing Female Rage
DESCRIPTION:Join award-winning psychologist Dr. Lalitaa Suglani to explore women’s hidden rage\, why it matters\, and how to release it. With Q&A. \n\nDo you often find yourself suppressing your anger? When anger goes unexpressed\, it can surface as anxiety\, burnout and self-blame. Yet\, anger is not something to fear\, it is a powerful emotional signal. \nThis talk will explore where female range comes from\, why so many women are conditioned to silence it and how to better recognise it. We will explore the psychological roots of anger\, and how early social and relational conditioning shapes how safely we feel able to express it. Walk away with practical guides to recognise\, regulate and communicate anger constructively. Join Dr Suglani to find out why your rage has been hiding\, and how to work with it consciously. \nSpeaker Bio: \nDr. Lalitaa Suglani is an award-winning psychologist specialising in helping high-achieving professionals manage stress\, burnout\, and high-functioning anxiety. As the author of High Functioning Anxiety: How to Manage Inner Panic and Thrive\, she offers actionable tools to help individuals live authentically while resisting the pressures of overwork. With a wealth of experience speaking at international events and appearing on multiple podcasts\, Dr. Suglani is committed to empowering individuals to balance ambition with well-being and resilience. \n\n\n\n\nRead more
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/talk-a-psychologists-guide-to-expressing-female-rage/
LOCATION:Hen & Chicken Studio
CATEGORIES:Talks,What's on Bristol
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260414T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260414T213000
DTSTAMP:20260604T182025
CREATED:20260309T140107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T140107Z
UID:30091-1776195000-1776202200@www.henandchicken.com
SUMMARY:Talk: The Neuroscience of Adverse Childhood Experiences
DESCRIPTION:Discover how early life experiences could shape long-term wellbeing\, and how certain factors can support recovery. With Q&A. \n\n\n\nWhy do early life experiences\, especially those that are difficult\, shape who we become as adults? Adverse Childhood Experiences like neglect\, abuse and/or chronic stress can alter the developing brains of children and adolescents. In turn\, this cumulative stress could play a role in shaping our emotions\, learning\, memory\, and decision-making. \nIn this talk\, Dr Jeffrey DeMarco will draw on neuroscience to explore the influences of early environment on children’s long-term well-being\, and how this impacts us into adulthood. He will also explore the role of support and resilience in helping the brain heal and grow after trauma. This session is perfect for any adult eager to explore and understand childhood experiences and how they can have a lasting impact on our lives. \nDoors open at 7pm\, talk starts at 7.30pm – come down early to grab a good seat! \nSpeaker Bio: \nDr Jeffrey DeMarco is a Senior Technical Advisor for Protecting Children from Digital Harm at Save the Children UK. He is also a chartered forensic psychologist\, and frequently lectures on trauma at Middlesex University. His research and policy work bridge psychology with technology and child protection\, where most recently\, he led a nine-nation digital-resilience programme. He has spoken before the European Commission\, Europol\, and UNICEF on online harms\, radicalisation\, and the experience of trauma. His ideas have been featured in his TEDx RoyalHolloway talks “The Importance of Trust” and his podcast “Privacy Talks” (2025). 
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/talk-the-neuroscience-of-adverse-childhood-experiences/
LOCATION:Hen & Chicken Studio
CATEGORIES:Talks,What's on Bristol
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260429T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260429T213000
DTSTAMP:20260604T182025
CREATED:20260309T141538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T141900Z
UID:30095-1777489200-1777498200@www.henandchicken.com
SUMMARY:Talk:  The History of Greek Mythology: From Mount Olympus to modern mystery
DESCRIPTION:From Mount Olympus to Medusa\, discover the fascinating history of Greek mythology and its echoes through the ages. Followed by Q&A.\n\n\nFor over two thousand years\, Greek mythology has shaped Western imagination. Stories of Olympian gods\, epic heroes\, and fearsome monsters have inspired philosophers and poets\, painters and playwrights\, filmmakers and fans alike. We’ve seen Homeric epics to the spectacle of Troy and the bold reinvention of myth in Netflix’s Kaos. Every retelling places us in an unbroken chain of storytellers stretching back to antiquity\, keeping ancient voices alive in the modern world. But how well do we really know the origins of these tales? \nIn this talk\, Dr Shelby Judge explores the great mythic ages of ancient Greece – the Golden and Silver Ages\, the Bronze Age\, and the Age of Heroes – bringing to life the defining stories and figures of each era. Along the way\, the talk asks a deeper question: why have these myths endured? By examining their archetypes\, moral tensions\, and enduring insights into the human condition\, this talk reveals why Greek mythology continues to fascinate\, challenge\, and enchant us today. \nDoors open at 7pm\, talk starts at 7.30pm – come down early to grab a good seat! \nSpeaker Bio: \nDr Shelby Judge is a Lecturer in Creative and Cultural Industries at the University of Derby\, where she researches digital feminist and popular feminist responses to Incels and the Manosphere. She recently completed her PhD in English Literature at the University of Glasgow\, producing the thesis Contemporary Feminist Adaptations of Greek Myth\, and her work in this field is ongoing due to the genre’s proliferating nature. Shelby has published on topics including #MeToo and the Trojan War\, 21st-century adaptations of Helen of Troy\, transgender adaptations of Frankenstein\, and transgender readings of Ovid.  \nShe has delivered public lectures on toxic masculinity in Greek myth and sea monsters in Scottish folklore\, and is a regular contributor to the Literary Encyclopedia\, where she has written on the poetry of Carol Ann Duffy and Margaret Atwood\, as well as entries on Laura Bates and Janice Hallett. She also serves as a committee member for the Transatlantic Literary Women network\, funded by the US Embassy and BAAS.
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/talk-the-history-of-greek-mythology-from-mount-olympus-to-modern-mystery/
LOCATION:Hen & Chicken Studio
CATEGORIES:Talks,What's on Bristol
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260430T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260430T220000
DTSTAMP:20260604T182025
CREATED:20260316T122201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T122201Z
UID:30134-1777575600-1777586400@www.henandchicken.com
SUMMARY:Talk: Getting Away with Murder: Why some murders stay unsolved
DESCRIPTION:Every crime tells a story. But not every story ends with justice. \n\n\n\n\nBehind every closed case and every cold file lies a question we can’t quite let go of… how did they get away with it? \nIn this series\, we’ll uncover the truth behind the world’s most baffling crimes… where evidence was missed\, witnesses were silenced\, and the guilty walked free. We’ll explore the psychology of deception\, the flaws in forensic science\, and the fragile line between guilt and innocence. Because when the system breaks\, it’s not just the victims who suffer — it’s our faith in justice itself. \nJoin Dr. Friday\, as we go beyond the headlines… and into the minds of those who got away with murder. \n\n\n \nDr Friday earned his PhD at the University of Greenwich and went on to lead their forensic psychology course for the Criminology Department. \nHis experimental research earned him the ‘doctor’ title and several academic awards\, but he’s very much just Ross when bringing the darker edges of human behaviour to the public. With pitch-black humour and personal stories\, he makes complex forensic psychology accessible\, entertaining — and sometimes even hilarious. He’s created live shows\, a book\, and even an immersive crime scene experience that lets guests step into the macabre world of the serial killer.
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/talk-getting-away-with-murder-why-some-murders-stay-unsolved/
LOCATION:Hen & Chicken Studio
CATEGORIES:Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260518T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260518T213000
DTSTAMP:20260604T182025
CREATED:20260316T131246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T131246Z
UID:30137-1779132600-1779139800@www.henandchicken.com
SUMMARY:Talk: Horror Movies\, Sexuality & Power
DESCRIPTION:Discover how horror movies reveal hidden stories of sexuality\, fear and identity across classic and modern cinema. Followed by Q&A. \n\n\n\nSex and horror have always been intertwined. While the genre has often been criticised as exploitative or moralising – particularly toward women – it has also created a powerful space for audiences to explore their own stories of desire\, fear and identity. \nIn this thought-provoking talk\, Katie Evans draws on psychoanalysis\, queer theory and film history to uncover the hidden narratives within some of our most beloved horror films. From classic monsters like Dracula and The Bride of Frankenstein to Psycho\, Hellraiser and It Follows\, we’ll examine how themes of shame\, pleasure and survival play out on screen. \nWhether you’re drawn to horror\, fascinated by identity\, or curious about sexuality\, this talk invites you to consider what horror narratives really represent. Together\, we’ll explore ideas on sexual development\, kink and queerness – and how horror films can reflect the parts of ourselves we’re taught to hide\, revealing our complex relationship with otherness and what we can fear is the “monstrous” within. \nDoors open at 7pm\, talk starts at 7:30pm – come down early to grab a good seat! \nSpeaker Bio: \nKatie Evans is a BACP-accredited therapist and self-confessed horror nerd. Her passion for all things spooky began in childhood and continued through her studies in music\, film\, and media at Liverpool University\, before moving into the field of mental health. She holds advanced accreditation in GSRD Therapy (Gender\, Sexuality\, and Relationship Diversity). In addition\, Katie has presented at conferences across Europe and has spoken for organisations including The Maudsley\, the British Psychological Society\, The NHS\, LGBT Foundation\, and HMPPS\, among others. She is also a registered guest lecturer at Liverpool John Moores University. An advocate for using pop culture in psychotherapy\, Katie previously hosted The Mental Health Monsters Podcast and continues to explore how fictional narratives – especially those from the horror genre – can help us better understand ourselves. \nThis talk is 18+
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/talk-horror-movies-sexuality-power/
LOCATION:Hen & Chicken Studio
CATEGORIES:Talks,What's on Bristol
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260603T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260603T213000
DTSTAMP:20260604T182025
CREATED:20260427T123618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T123618Z
UID:30288-1780515000-1780522200@www.henandchicken.com
SUMMARY:Talk: The Hidden World of Fairies & Women
DESCRIPTION:Step into Britain’s hidden fairy realm and meet the powerful Queen behind its myths\, magic and forgotten stories. Followed by Q&A. \n\n\n\n\nOnce\, there was a realm ruled by a powerful Queen – a figure who could shape her appearance\, take lovers\, and command a kingdom beneath the earth that included the dead. Known by many names\, she was most often called the Queen of the Fairies. \nIn this talk\, we’ll explore Britain’s lost fairy traditions through this enigmatic figure. From early medieval pagan beliefs – including links to the goddess Diana – to later connections with saints and angels\, we’ll trace how her story evolved across time. We’ll uncover accounts of Scottish witches said to draw power from her\, alongside those who feared her influence – and explore why the Presbyterian Kirk sought to suppress these stories. Finally\, we’ll examine what these stories reveal about women\, power and belief in Britain’s past. \nSpeaker Bio: \nDiane Purkiss is Professor of English at the University of Oxford\, and a fellow of Keble College. She has published on witchcraft\, fairies\, and also on the English Civil War\, the occasion of England’s biggest witchhunt. She has been in more than a dozen television documentaries; she even has an IMdb entry and a Wikipedia page… She has spoken to general audiences at numerous literary festivals and to many local history societies.
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/talk-the-hidden-world-of-fairies-women/
LOCATION:Hen & Chicken Studio
CATEGORIES:Talks,What's on Bristol
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260622T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260622T213000
DTSTAMP:20260604T182025
CREATED:20260427T130852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T130852Z
UID:30291-1782156600-1782163800@www.henandchicken.com
SUMMARY:Talk: The Science of DMT & Ayahuasca
DESCRIPTION:Join us to explore the intersection of science\, shamanism + DMT (the ‘spirit molecule’) and the entities it reveals. Followed by a Q+A. \n\n\n\n\nThis talk explores the intersection between the scientific\, therapeutic\, psychonautic\, and shamanic exploration of the DMT realm and attempts to fuse these disparate and yet overlapping cosmologies. \nN\,N-dimethyltryptamine (DMT)\, dubbed the ‘spirit molecule\,’ is an extremely potent short acting psychedelic substance. It is found naturally in the human body and is abundant in other areas of nature. It has been theorised that DMT is released at birth\, near-death experiences and even when we dream! \nThe traditional indigenous use of DMT in the Amazonian visionary decoction\, ayahuasca\, known as the ‘vine of the dead\,’ has a long history of shamanic use to transcend time and space and communicate with the spirits of nature. Most people experiencing a breakthrough dose of DMT report encounters with seemingly sentient\, intelligent and independent entities\, which typically convey a convincing sense of their reality\, such that a recent survey found that of those having such encounters who reported being atheist before their experience\, more than half reported that they were no longer atheist afterwards. \nThis talk explores the intersection between the scientific\, therapeutic\, psychonautic\, and shamanic exploration of the DMT realm and attempts to fuse these disparate and yet overlapping cosmologies. \n  \nDr David Luke is Associate Professor of Psychology at the University of Greenwich. His research focuses on transpersonal experiences\, anomalous phenomena and altered states of consciousness\, especially via psychedelics\, having published more than 100 academic papers in this area\, including ten books\, most recently Otherworlds: Psychedelics and Exceptional Human Experience. When he is not running clinical drug trials with LSD\, conducting DMT field experiments or observing apparent weather control with Mexican shamans he directs the Ecology\, Cosmos and Consciousness salon and is a cofounder and director of Breaking Convention: International Conference on Psychedelic Consciousness.
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/talk-the-science-of-dmt-ayahuasca/
LOCATION:Hen & Chicken Studio
CATEGORIES:Talks,What's on Bristol
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260708T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260708T213000
DTSTAMP:20260604T182025
CREATED:20260507T115735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T115735Z
UID:30348-1783539000-1783546200@www.henandchicken.com
SUMMARY:Talk: Sylvia Plath\, Witchcraft & Radical Poetry
DESCRIPTION:Explore the politics of the witch trials and powerful witch imagery in Sylvia Plath’s poetry. Followed by Q&A. \n\n\n\n\nSylvia Plath is best known for her novel The Bell Jar (1963) and her emotive\, striking poetry. She grew up in Massachusetts\, close to Salem\, a place closely linked to the history of the witch trials. During the 1950s\, renewed public interest in these events influenced Plath’s writing and imagination. Plath often used images of witches and witch trials to explore power\, identity and injustice. Her poetry reflects her concerns about control and authority in society\, while also showing sympathy for those unfairly accused. \nIn this talk\, Dr Dorka Tamás explores how Plath connects with witchcraft and poetic language\, and how the figure of the witch appears in different forms in her work. We’ll look at the contrast between fictional “evil” witches from fairy tales and the real historical victims who were accused of witchcraft\, and punished by patriarchal systems of power. \nDoors open at 7pm\, talk starts at 7:30pm – come down early to grab a good seat! \nFollow us on IG @seedtalks \nSpeaker Bio: \nDr Dorka Tamás is a researcher and teacher based at Royal Holloway\, University of London.She earned her PhD in English literature from the University of Exeter (2022) and herMaster’s degree from the University of Sussex (2018). Dorka is specialised in twentieth-century women’s poetry\, particularly Sylvia Plath\, the legacies of early modern witch-hunt inliterature\, and post-1945 American culture. She has spoken at the Sylvia Plath Literary Festival at Hebden Bridge (2022)\, at numerous academic conferences\, and at the Romancing the Gothic lecture series. She is the author of Sylvia Plath and the Supernatural\, published by Cambridge University Press (2026) and the editor of The New Sylvia Plath Studies\, forthcoming from Cambridge University Press. \nThis talk is 16+ 
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/talk-sylvia-plath-witchcraft-radical-poetry/
LOCATION:Hen & Chicken Studio
CATEGORIES:Talks,What's on Bristol
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