Modern Christian Art: Catholic Elegance and Joy - The Rt Revd Lord Harries

In the period under consideration a fair number of the artists considered have been Roman Catholics, but at one time there was a particular symbiosis between two of them, Eric Gill and David Jones, who will be discussed along with others who shared their faith.

Britain in the 20th Century: The Conservative Reaction, 1951-1965 - Professor Vernon Bogdanor

The Conservatives recovered remarkably rapidly from the debacle of 1945. Their narrow election victory in 1951 led to 13 years of Conservative rule. How was the party able to reassert itself so quickly and what did it do with its period in power? Winston Churchill hoped to roll back the tide of socialism. Did he succeed, or did the Conservatives, by contrast, help to confirm a new consensus which, while not socialist, could also not be described as capitalist in the classical sense of the term?

David and Goliath: Strength and Power in Sport - Professor John D Barrow FRS

Top athletes seem to get bigger and bigger. How does size affect performance? Why do some sports have weight categories while others don’t? What types of lever are employed in sports events like gymnastics and wrestling and how much force does a karate blow need to exert to break a brick? These are some of the questions that we will answer by using simple maths.

Remember Me - Professor Christopher Hogwood

What is the role of ‘memorability’ in Pachelbel’s Canon, Purcell’s Dido's Lament and Fauré’s Violin Sonata? Can it explain why they are unquestionalble masterpieces?

The City Livery Companies - Tim Connell

The story of the unique history and continued relevance of the Livery Companies in the City of London, from the medieval period through to the modern day.

The Psychology of Politics - Professor Glenn D Wilson

Political affiliations reflect social class and upbringing but personality factors also contribute, including genetically determined traits like fear of uncertainty and novelty-seeking. Extreme positions may stem from dogmatism, hostility and intolerance of ambiguity.

Christianity in Evolution: An Exploration - Professor Jack Mahoney

Evolution has provided a new understanding of reality, with revolutionary consequences for traditional Christian beliefs. What should a rational Christian think of issues such as Adam and Eve or Original Sin which appear to be at odds to modern thinking on evolution?