We will be talking about chocolate in all it various forms, how it is sourced, how it is made, how some of it has great health benefits and some of it not, and we will have a tasting of local craft chocolate from Radeks.
Eric Berne, the founder of Transactional Analysis in the 1960s, was fascinated by the repetitive behavioural patterns we often fall into in our relationships. He called these patterns “psychological games”—cycles of interaction that leave us feeling frustrated, misunderstood, or hurt. Despite being coined decades ago, these concepts are still powerful tools today for understanding our...
The traditional stereotype of the witch as an ugly old woman who harms others using supernatural means has a strong hold within the popular imagination, but in modern society other types of witches have emerged, including those who use supernatural means to benefit others, those who follow a nature-based neo-pagan religion, and those who resist...
Second date by popular demand Jake Lambert returns to Bristol for a second date on his first national tour. Described as "A joke machine" by The Telegraph, the show will see the comedian talk about trying to navigate his way through everyday life, why he has a fear of being normal, and asking why we all...
Attention-deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), is a lifelong neurodevelopmental disorder in which the brain develops differently, leading to issues with attention, inhibition of thoughts, movements and emotions. This talk will cover how psychedelics work in the brain, how an ADHD brain looks and functions differently to non-ADHD brains, and the emerging evidence that psychedelics may be...
With almost 40 years' combined experience promoting UK music festivals, James Scarlett (2000trees and ArcTanGent) and Gavin McInally (Damnation) don't just pull back the curtain on the industry, they rip it down and bulldoze through the stage, right into the dressing rooms. What does it take to book Enter Shikari or Opeth? What are the...
A practical guide to reframing relationships, embracing the mess, and finding joy Whether you’re new to non-monogamy, taking your first steps, or already navigating your own polyamorous constellation, the journey can feel overwhelming. In The Non-Monogamy Playbook, Ruby Rare blends practical how-tos, personal experiences, and wider social and political context to help reframe relationships and build...
Discover the unique aspects of autistic communication and gain practical strategies for strengthening relationships. Followed by Q+A. Autistic individuals communicate and build relationships in unique ways with both autistic and non-autistic individuals. They may face challenges like camouflaging - adapting or minimising their behaviour to fit in - and social rejection. These experiences can be...
Beware the Ides of Musk — is it time to put the brakes on Elon? The world’s richest person is seeking to influence British politics. Unelected and unaccountable, we will talk about Musk - his methods, misinformation and interference. We’ll ask what we can do to protect democracy and truth in this new era of...
Unravel one of history’s greatest thinkers exploring the ‘death of God’, the meaning of life, and the value of our values. Followed by Q&A. ‘God is dead’ proclaimed Nietzsche in 1882, a saying which has become world-renowned alongside his recognition as a philosopher of ‘nihilism’. Nietzsche is one of the key figures to address...
Unlock the mysteries of magic mushrooms - their potential to heal depression, enhance brain connectivity and much more. Followed by Q+A. We are currently in a psychedelic renaissance and Magic Mushrooms are one of the key areas of research for scientists around the world. Recent studies have shown that psilocybin, the active ingredient in...
Food entrepreneur and business owner, Charlie Bigham, and other speakers (TBC) will talk all about UPFs. We will find out why our supermarket shelves are still groaning with addictive crap that cause obesity and health problems. We will look at what can we do to stem the tide of sugar, fat and salt and how...
