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Jess Thom: 6 things… everyone should know about disability
The comedian and performer behind Touretteshero, breaks down some common misconceptions about disability.
They are here, because we were there: Afghan interpreters in the UK
The challenges faced by Afghan former British Army interpreters resettled in the UK are discussed by photographer Andy Barnham and researcher Sara de Jong.
Rob Delaney discusses depression and mental health
Listen to the comedian and actor in conversation with author Andrew Hankinson at our 2016 Changing Minds festival
Malala Yousafzai on her father, Pakistan and becoming a world leader
A look back to when activist Malala Yousfzai presented her debut book, I Am Malala, at the Southbank Centre in 2014.
Mental health: conversations, talks and discussions
Revisit clips and podcasts from our archive – featuring Simon Amstell, Ruby Wax, Rob Delaney and Matt Haig – that encourage openness on mental health.
Tony Benn on the early Labour Party
Labour Party Politician Tony Benn discusses the party’s early years in this talk recorded at the Southbank Centre in 2013.
Laura Bates on establishing Everyday Sexism
The feminist writer, campaigner and author delivers the story behind her Everyday Sexism Project in this talk filmed at 2013’s WOW festival.
Jean Paul Gaultier in conversation
Jean Paul Gaultier discusses his childhood inspirations, his love of British eccentricity and his future vision for fashion industry with Anita Rani.
Angela Davis: women, race and class in the post-Trump era
Listen to an empowering discussion with the celebrated writer, scholar and activist Angela Davis, recorded at the Southbank Centre during WOW, 2017.
Dara McAnulty: A day in the life of a naturalist in lockdown
Naturalist, activist and writer Dara McAnulty explains how the restrictions of lockdown altered his daily interactions with nature.
Phoebe Waller-Bridge on Fleabag: The Scriptures
Phoebe Waller-Bridge, writer and star of Fleabag, joins Deborah Frances-White to discuss the popular series in this recording from 2019.
Malcolm Gladwell: Talking to Strangers
Author, journalist and podcast host Malcolm Gladwell joins broadcaster Afua Hirsch to discuss his book, Talking to Strangers.