2014 Programme: Festival Strands
Strands run through the format of the festival weekend, allowing in depth examination of a subject. Select a strand below to find out more.
Legal Challenges (audio available}
Technological Innovation (audio available}
Defending Everyday Liberties (audio available}
Interrogating Megatrends
Austerity Dilemmas (audio available}
Therapy Culture
Biomedical Battles
Me, Me, Me Politics (audio available}
School Fights
Creative Conundrums
Eye on the World
Contemporary Controversies
Special topical sessions
Battle Bites
International Satellite Events 2014
Technological Innovation (audio available}
Defending Everyday Liberties (audio available}
Interrogating Megatrends
Austerity Dilemmas (audio available}
Therapy Culture
Biomedical Battles
Me, Me, Me Politics (audio available}
School Fights
Creative Conundrums
Eye on the World
Contemporary Controversies
Special topical sessions
Battle Bites
International Satellite Events 2014
Should we fear democracy?
"Although 'battle' suggests destruction, these were some of the most constructive debates I've taken part in. This was civilised conflict in the best sense of both words."
Julian Baggini, author, Welcome to Everytown: A Journey into the English Mind, and The Ego Trick
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