The Arts Club Podcast: Recent Episodes
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Welcome to The Arts Club podcast. Here you'll find highlights from fascinating panel discussions, talks and events at the Club. Every season we curate an eclectic calendar that explores myriad topics from the arts to the environment, politics, health, science, psychology - and everything in between. Catch up on what you missed, or listen again anytime, anywhere.
We are delighted to introduce the first instalment in our new series: A Founder's Story.
These stories will highlight trailblazers who have founded extraordinary businesses, providing an intimate opportunity to get to know an inspiring individual, understand what makes them tick and to connect amongst a like-minded community.
Navid Hadzaad, the Founder and CEO of Zapp, is revolutionising the $4 trillion global supply chain by leveraging technology to build the world's most loved e-tailer. Backed by prominent investors including GIC, Lightspeed, Atomico, and Sir Lewis Hamilton, Hadzaad has over 15 years of experience as a tech entrepreneur and operator. In addition to founding Zapp, Hadzaad is an investor in over 50 companies and serves on the boards of Wheely and O'Hear & Co. He has also co-founded GoButler, served as a Product Leader at Amazon's Seattle HQ, managed European investments for Constellation Software, and was a Managing Director at Rocket Internet.
As the first guest speaker in the Founder's Story series, Hadzaad will share his entrepreneurial journey, offering genuine insights and life lessons from his career in the tech industry, all the while being hosted and interviewed by the brilliant Michael Christensen, Lifestyle Director at GQ.
As part of our cultural mandate, The Arts Club is committed to exploring and interrogating the most current topical issues, bringing together experts in their fields for a series of engaging and intimate conversations.
Semaglutide, originally used as a medicine for diabetic patients, has become a global phenomenon for fast weight loss with its use by many public figures widely documented in the press. With its new popularity, comes the reverse effect: diabetic patients suffering from a shortage of the drug, a rise in black market sales and severe health implications, many of which are still being discovered.
The rise of Semaglutide also poses the question of how the West deals with its obesity crisis, and if an increased reliance on medication, as opposed to nutrition and fitness education campaigns in a sustainable solution.
We are pleased to be joined by Dr Oksana Pyzik, lecturer at UCL's School of Pharmacy alongside Dr Stephanie Baldewag, Honorary Professor in UCL's Department of Medicine, David Aaronovitch, presenter of BBC Radio 4's Briefing Room and Times columnist, and, finally, moderator and award-winning international journalist, Hadley Gamble, to discuss the important subject which is Semaglutide.
To celebrate the third edition of Eye of the Collector (17-20 May 2023), founder Nazy Vassegh will be moderating a panel discussion on the changing role of artists with a specific focus on collecting and philanthropy in the art world. Speakers on the panel include photographer Maryam Eisler, Christie’s Ambassador and Eye of the Collector Advisory Council member Mark-Francis Vandelli, and artist Philip Colbert.
Pull up a chair in Leo's and join Hollywood movie producer Christian K McLaughlin for an insider's guide to movie making. Christian is the producer of the Oscar-nominated 'A Better Life', as well as genre-defining 'Legally Blonde' and, most recently, the critically acclaimed 'Operation Mincemeat' starring Colin Firth and based on Ben Macintyre's best-selling novel of the same name. Drawing on his deep knowledge and experience of Hollywood and the movie business, Christian will share his insights into the art of movie making and what it takes to deliver a film from its first manuscript all the way to the silver screen.
On the Lenten Full Moon, The Arts Club invites luminaries to raise the vibration of women’s voices in the Arts, Fashion and Culture at this inaugural evening of inspiration and recognition.
As artists now face more pressure than ever before with Brexit, the cost-of-living crisis and the lack of government arts funding creating a perfect storm for financial hardship, our panel consider the importance of artist residencies and studio initiatives.
Moderated by writer Hettie Judah, Lea O'Loughlin (Acme Studios), Stacie McCormick (Unit 1 Gallery | Workshop), and artist Emma Hart discuss the importance of recent residency programmes in today's climate.
Following ongoing protests sparked by the death of Mahsa Amini in September 2022, the human rights crisis in Iran has caused ripples across world news. With art a longstanding tool deployed as a powerful means of opposing oppressive forces, the past four months have seen the art world rally behind the cause with ferocity.
Moderated by journalist Melissa Gronlund, our panel of Iranian artists and cultural practitioners discuss the industry’s response to this political turmoil, with artists Anahita Rezvani-Rad and Soheila Sokhanvari, as well as academic and researcher Katy Shahandeh, speaking about how creatives are standing in solidarity.
Following a year which saw a post-covid art industry get back on its feet, heralding a surreal Venice Biennale and the return of packed art fairs, we invite art industry professionals across institutional and market perspectives to predict what 2023 has in store for the art world.
Amid the current cost-of-living crisis, fluctuating crypto markets, the developing need for more sustainable exhibition models and funding cuts for arts organisations, Naomi Rea (Artnet), Michael Macauley (Sotheby’s) and Gabriela Salgado (The Showroom) give their expert forecast on the year ahead.
It happened (slowly) with the internet, and it's happening again with blockchain; the art world is changing. Whilst sales of NFT art have been dominating the headlines, a quiet revolution has been underway, with unprecedented innovation opening doors to new solutions for art and culture around the globe.
The Arts Club is delighted to host a stellar lineup of speakers to discuss how a new generation of creators is transforming the way art is traded, collected, authenticated and made.
Panel speakers include:
- Bernadine Bröcker Wieder, CEO at Arcual
- Alex Estorick, Editor-in-Chief at Right Click Save
- Misan Harriman, artist, entrepreneur, activist, NFT collector and Chairman of the Southbank Centre
- Valérie Whitacre, Head of Art at Trilitech
In association with Artistate.
Anna Carreras, Pinzell d'arbres, 2022. Image courtesy of the artist.
Join acclaimed writer, storyteller and song collector Sam Lee as he guides us in the craft of creative writing. This workshop will take inspiration from contemporary & classic poetry as well as folk narratives which will become the starting point for writing our own pieces. We will explore the ways in which sound, image, and idea conspire to create the world of a poem.
Expect to be introduced to fresh, inventive exercises as well as tried and tested tools designed to inspire us to think about language in new ways while supporting us to express ourselves creatively through our own writing. Complete beginners through to seasoned poets are very welcome!
Coinciding with the launch of her debut book, The Story of Art without Men and concurrent exhibition, 'The Story of Art as it's Still Being Written', at Victoria Miro, Katy Hessel joins us at the club for an insightful discussion that shines a spotlight on the female and gender non-conformist artists so often excluded from the history books and art institutions. Hessel covers the Cornish coast to Manhattan, Nigeria to Japan, illuminating female artists' glittering works, from Sofonisba Anguissola of the Renaissance to the present day. The Story of Art Without Men is the history of art as it's never been told before.
The critically acclaimed exhibition, In the Black Fantastic, currently showing at Hayward Gallery features works from 11 contemporary artists from the African diaspora, whose work draws on science fiction, myth, folklore and Afrofuturism.
Listen back as director of Hayward Gallery, Ralph Rugoff and curator and author of the exhibition’s accompanying book, Ekow Eshun, explored how speculative fictions in Black art and culture are boldly reimagining perspectives on race, gender, identity and the body in the 21st century.
As London celebrates Pride 2022, we welcome two inspiring figures from the LGBTQ+ community, committed to increasing representation within their respective industries.
Held at The Arts Club in the week ahead of London's 50th annual Pride march, was a poignant conversation with curator, art advisor, blockchain expert and lawyer; Simon Oldfield, interviewed by Josh Smith, founder and host of top society and culture podcast, Reign with Josh Smith.
The pair delve into Simon’s personal and professional experience within the art industry, advising collectors and gallery clients such as Hauser & Wirth, and curating at major institutions like the Royal Academy of Arts. Simon shares his personal trajectory and the successes and obstacles he has faced along the way. A hopeful conversation, the pair also celebrate great moments of queer representation in the art world, including Oldfield's ground breaking show, Screw Your Courage To The Sticking Place.
Josh shares comparative insights from his experience in the media space, where he has built a reputation on his honest and empowering conversations with renowned celebrities such as Claire Foy, Jodie Comer and Cara Delevingne. To find out more and listen to Reign with Josh Smith, please click here.
Find today's panel on Instagram:
@joshsmithhosts
@simon_oldfield
Venture Capitalist and Angel Investor, Pippa Lamb, joins us in conversation with journalist (Forbes, Vanity Fair, Business Insider) turned investor, Bérénice Magistretti.
The pair take a deep dive into Angel Investing; how, why and where to find opportunities. With women representing an incredibly small proportion of global investors (and likely to lose out on lifetime income compared to men through gender pay-gaps, maternity leave and pension), Pippa is committed to breaking down barriers and making it accessible to champion start-ups, support entrepreneurs – and reap the benefits.
Please note, this does not constitute financial advice.
Find our panel on social:
@pippalamb
@berenice.magistretti
Rana Begum, Roksanda Ilinčić and English National Ballet’s Associate Choreographer Stina Quagebeur joined us to celebrate the launch of Catching Colour, a new outdoor installation created by Begum for London’s public art walk, The Line. This dramatic work features clouds of suspended coloured mesh, partly inspired by memories from Begum’s Bangladeshi childhood of the forms and reflections cast by fishing nets suspended over water – a fitting response to the natural environment of London City Island, where the work is installed, and the River Lea that surrounds it.
The three speakers have collaborated on a specially commissioned short performance that responds to Begum’s work, choreographed by Quagebeur, with the dancers wearing clothes designed by Begum’s long-time collaborator, Ilinčić.
Moderating the discussion was Megan Piper, Co-Founder and Director of The Line.
@_meganpiper
@ranabegumstudio
@roksandailincic
@stinachoreographer
Image credit: Amber Hunt
What enables some families to thrive in adversity, when others fragment?
At a poignant moment in which world news and economical challenges threaten both our mental and physical wellbeing, strengthening family relationships is of paramount importance.
As we navigate the challenges and nuances of these connections, we’re pleased to have been joined by renowned psychotherapist and bestselling author of Grief Works, Julia Samuel, who’s seminal new text Every Family Has a Story explores these complexities and provides a blueprint for a happier, healthier family life.
Through academic research and case studies, Samuel introduces 12 touchstones to combat common challenges, from fighting productively to making time for rituals. Together with bestselling author and host of the Not Perfect podcast, Poppy Jamie, the pair dissect these touchstones, introduce easily implementable strategies, and consider the importance of examining your own inherited family patterns and behaviours.
@poppyjamie
@happynotperfect
@juliasamuelmbe
Coinciding with RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2022, we’re delighted to be joined by leading architect Richard Parr and award-winning garden designer Tom Massey, moderated by lifestyle and design journalist, Fiona McCarthy.
Richard Parr is one of the UK’s most prominent architects, known for his influential designs for major private country houses and his recent refurbishment of the award-winning Farmyard at The Newt, while Tom Massey is a gold medal winner at RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2021.
The panel discuss how new thinking and trends in architecture and landscape design encourage better ways of living that will directly impact our environment, the growing interest in rewilding, the rise in resilient planting schemes and new typologies that are changing the way we engineer our gardens and homes – now and in the future.
@richardparrassociates
@tommasseyuk
@carocomms
The past few years have seen the art world undergo a decade's worth of innovation, with a new generation of gallerists fuelling this evolution by challenging the traditional gallery system. Are online exhibitions the future? Is the art fair becoming obsolete? Which artists have been long-overlooked?
Lecturer and art market journalist, Stephanie Dieckvoss, joined us in conversation with some of London’s most forward-thinking gallerists, including Sid Motion, founder of Sid Motion Gallery, Oyinkansola Dada, founder of Dada Gallery, and Ellie Pennick, founder of Guts Gallery.
From strategic development, sustainability and protecting the legacy of a brand, to leadership and how to dress the modern woman, Chief Executive Officer of Oscar de la Renta, Alex Bolen joined us for a rare interview with award winning journalist and author, Tara Kangarlou.
Son-in-law of Oscar himself, Alex shares insights into his own journey into the business, following 14 years in finance on Wall Street, presenting a refreshing perspective on the contemporary fashion industry.
As digital media continues to characterise our 21st century experience, VR and XR provide alternate spaces, realities and universes for artistic expression. As artists increasingly explore these technological landscapes, we consider how futuristic perspectives allow them to reflect the political, social and moral issues of today.
Waldemar Januszczak, art critic for The Sunday Times, joins us in conversation with renowned British artist Mat Collishaw about his latest experimentation with these environments and the potential that simulation can offer.
Mat Collishaw - @matcollishawstudio
Waldemar Januszczak - @artywaldy
'Francis Bacon: Man and Beast', the exhibition currently on show at the Royal Academy, highlights the great painter's fascination with animals and what they reveal about human instinct and identity.
Join us for a discussion exploring the artist's incredible life and legacy with Bacon expert, Francis Outred, in conversation with Michael Peppiatt, Bacon's friend and biographer, and Dr Rebecca Daniels, Senior Researcher from The Estate of Francis Bacon. Curated in these difficult times, the exhibition shows Bacon's vision of existence as more profound and prescient than ever.
Man and Beast will be on show at Royal Academy until 17 April 2022.
With thanks to our speakers
Michael Peppiatt - @drmichaelpeppiatt
Francis Outred - @francisoutred
Rebecca Daniels
As we approached the end of January and enthusiasm for new year’s resolutions typically begins to fade, we were delighted to be joined by nutritionist, author and Vogue contributor, Rosemary Ferguson, in conversation with founder of Happy Not Perfect, Poppy Jamie.
It can be challenging to find the time to prioritise health and wellbeing, and rather than feeling guilty for our shortcomings, we’re seeking simpler ways to energise, eat well and improve our mental and physical health.
Together, Rosemary and Poppy consider the gut – brain connection, and the dietary changes that can support your body and mind. From nutrition and lifestyle choices, to the non-negotiables for optimising your health, the pair share the very best ways to implement sustainable, positive change.
@happynotperfect
@poppyjamie
@rosemaryferguson_
The Arts Club welcomes Christina Makris, author of Aesthetic Dining: The Art Restaurant Around the World, the first book to identify and describe a tradition of museum-quality art collections in restaurants starting from the early 20th Century in Zurich’s Kronenhalle.
The book features 24 portraits of restaurants with art collections around the world from Provence to Cairo, Hong Kong, Sydney, LA, New Orleans and more. The works in these restaurants exist outside the white cube space and instead examine what it is like to live with art; to eat and drink with it in an everyday setting. Makris, who makes the case for restaurants as artworks in their own right and important cultural outputs, including The Arts Club's permanent collection, was joined in conversation by contemporary art specialist and strategist, Martina Batovic.
@christinavmakris
@mbatovic
NFTs have disrupted the art world, with much speculation as to whether they are a passing trend or here to stay. With figures showing this new online marketplace has driven sales of contemporary art to a record £2.7bn and now account for 2% of all art sales, we continue the conversation from our NFT panel discussion earlier this year, by observing how the traditional art world is starting to embrace NFTs.
Among those joining the conversation is journalist Alex Estorick, whose writing specialises in the relationship between art and technology, Joe Kennedy, co-founder of Institut - the first art world-led platform for NFTs, art advisor and curator Daria Borisova, and interdisciplinary artist Lans King.
Installation view of NFTism: No Fear in Trying curated by Kenny Schachter, 11 - 25 September, 2021. Courtesy Institut.
With this year’s Turner Prize announcing a shortlist consisting entirely of artistic collectives for the first time ever, there is an increasing focus being placed on the importance of solidarity and community in the arts. Among the shortlisted collectives was Project Art Works, a remarkable organisation representing a collective of neurodiverse artists and activists working towards greater visibility and understanding of neurodiversity in culture.
Ahead of the announcement of the Turner Prize winner, we were joined by Jane Morris, Editor-at-large of The Art Newspaper, Kate Adams, Artistic Director and CEO of Project Art Works, Patricia Finnegan, their Creative Programme Manager and Tim Corrigan, artist filmmaker and Creative Director at Project Art Works.
Project Art Works Collective, Hastings Contemporary, 2021 © Project Art Works.
@projectartworks
www.projectartworks.org/link-menu/
With climate change a topic of critical importance for the global economy, set to be a key policy, economic and corporate strategy driver both now and for the next decade, we’re pleased to have been joined by Charles Dumas, chief economist at TS Lombard for over 15 years, to share insights into the rapidly changing landscape of global economics.
As major economies (including the EU, UK, Japan and South Korea) commit to going net-zero by 2050 and China targeting the same for 2060, large investments are needed to combat climate change. Continued need for budget deficits tells us that private savers want to save more than private businesses can profitably invest, but that may change as we combat climate change – and will likely require the imposition of a carbon tax. With over 40 years’ experience as an economist and financial markets professional, Dumas discusses Decarbonomics and its convergence with the fourth industrial revolution, in which 5G, AI, loT, smart grids, smart EVs/self-driving cars and smart cities will transform the world we live in today – creating new fractures for the global economy as traditional supply chains get disrupted, but also generating immense new opportunities.
Decarbonomics in the Post-Pandemic World
By Charles Dumas
With all eyes on billionaires Richard Branson and Jeff Bezos’ recent space race, it turns out the rest of us won’t be far behind them, with women like Jane Poynter, Founder, Co-CEO & Chief Experience Officer of Space Perspective Inc. preparing to transport us quite literally, out of this world.
Spearheading a new era in luxury travel experiences, Space Perspective offers a radically gentle voyage to the edge of space that’s as easy as jumping on an aeroplane. Boarding Spaceship Neptune, voyagers will experience six hours of breathtaking and transformative views of planet Earth propelled by a zero emission spaceballoon the size of a football stadium!
Listen back as we were joined by Jane, who co-founded Space Perspective following a series of successful enterprises in aerospace and developing pioneering technologies, now used on all American commercial human spacecrafts, with plans to transport us to the moon in the not so distant future. Moderated by editor of NetJets magazine and an award-winning, leading authority on all things luxury, Farhad Heydari.
@thespaceperspective @mrfarhadheydari
www.spaceperspective.com
With Iraq to the west and bordered by Afghanistan and Pakistan to the east, Iran sits in the middle of a region fraught with uncertainty that continues to dominate headlines worldwide. Listen back as we were joined by award-winning journalist Tara Kangarlou, whose new book The Heartbeat of Iran comes at a momentous time in Iran’s history. But far from focusing on the political narrative, Tara explores the heart and soul of the nation; drawing on true stories of the nation’s people to communicate the diverse beliefs, struggles, and complexities of life in today's Iran.
Joining Tara was BBC World News presenter, journalist and documentary maker, Yalda Hakim. At a poignant moment for the region, the pair consider how people's shared humanity, culture, and aspirations are far greater and more powerful than any rift or divide. As we explore the experiences of individuals, like a hardworking saffron farmer in the dry lands of Khorasan, a young Rabbi, or a transgender woman in Tehran, a humanised understanding of the nation of Iran unfolds.
@tarakangarlou @yaldahakim
To mark the launch of Paradise Row Projects, a non-profit, curatorial project set in Mayfair, we welcomed Nick Hackworth, director of the gallery, to discuss the programme’s inaugural show, Hawala (on view 16 September – 29 October 2021).
Together with Nick, artists Chila Kumari Singh Burman, Shezad Dawood, Haroun Hayward, and Jasleen Kaur, joined us to explore the parallels between hawala, the informal, decentralised, and ledger-based system of money exchange prevalent in South Asia and its diasporic communities, and the structure and functionality of blockchain technology.
Participating artists include Chila Kumari Singh Burman, Shezad Dawood, Sunil Gupta, Haroun Hayward, Harminder Judge, Jasleen Kaur, Haroon Mirza, Anousha Payne, and Rithika Pandey; a group of London-based artists of South Asian descent, who have been selected to highlight hyperlinked connections that run throughout their practice, either through a contemporary updating of mythic constellations, or an archiving of subcultures or ecologies.
The show aims to raise funds for the protection of mangroves in India and Pakistan through Conservation Action Trust, India, and WWF Pakistan.@paradiserowprojects
paradiserow.co
What is it like to be a woman working within the photography industry?
Coinciding with Photo London’s sixth edition at Somerset House, the first physical photography fair globally in the past 18 months, The Arts Club was joined by photographers from the AOP’s f22 group, to discuss what it’s really like to be a woman working in the industry .
The Association of Photographers' (AOP) f22 group was first formed in the 1980s and was resurrected in April 2019, driven by a need for the prolific inequality present in the photographic industry to be addressed. The group discuss the recent surge of women photographer groups, the ways we can provide support for established and emerging female and non-binary content creators, and consider what more can be done to achieve a gender-balanced future for the photography industry.
The panel comprises f22 members Wendy Carrig, Tabatha Fireman and Liz McBurney, moderated by Gabrielle Motola.
@f22aop @assocphoto
www.the-aop.org/information/f22-women
With a target of reaching a net zero economy in the UK by 2050, pressure is mounting for businesses large and small to forge new paths towards a low carbon, resource efficient and innovative future. But how do we catalyse rapid change in the most challenging sectors, or identify those that have the biggest capacity for impact?
In partnership with ClientEarth, we welcomed Dr Gabrielle Walker, Founder and Director of Valence Solutions, who discusses the ways in which capitalism can be used as a force against the climate crisis, and a means to generate radical change for a sustainable future.
During the talk, Dr Walker references a film depicting the rapid temperature increase of the earth’s surface, 1880 – 2020 which can be viewed here:
NASA: 'Global Warming from 1880 to 2020'
Dr Walker also references a poignant message on a plaque, located at the first glacier lost to climate change, in Iceland. This can be viewed here:
The Guardian: 'Iceland holds funeral for first glacier lost to climate change'
In partnership with ClientEarth
Website: www.clientearth.org
Instagram: @clientearth_
Learn more about Dr Gabrielle Walker’s work and Valence Solutions
Website: www.valencesolutions.org
As we emerge from a year of living in loungewear behind closed doors, the question arises: what has become of the fashion industry?
If anyone can tell us, it’s Imran Amed who created The Business of Fashion in 2007 as a personal blog. Today, BoF is a modern media company and the authoritative voice of the $2.5 trillion global fashion and luxury industries. As founder, CEO and editor-in-chief, Imran is one of fashion's leading writers, thinkers and commentators.
Economist, BBC presenter & Dragon's Den presenter Evan Davis joins Amed for an eye-opening conversation on how fashion is adapting to today’s economic and social climate. The pair consider how fashion brands are navigating a quickly evolving marketplace, lessons learned from the pandemic and those that have pivoted their business model in order to thrive in a post-pandemic world.
Instagram: @imranamed @bof
Website: https://www.businessoffashion.com/
For fifty years, revellers have ventured to Glastonbury for a festival which has grown from 1,500 attendees (and a free pint of Worthy Farm milk with every ticket!) to 200,000. For those who would have usually been reaching for wellies, glittering costumes and tent pegs, join us for an unmissable conversation with the festival’s Head of Partnerships, Robert Richards, and celebrated film director, Julien Temple, who collaborated on the iconic production ‘The Glastonbury Film’ (2005); a vivid chronicle of thirty years of Glastonbury.
Julien Temple’s illustrious career spans music videos and documentaries with rock and roll legends including The Rolling Stones, David Bowie and Janet Jackson, while Richard has played an integral role in the festival’s ongoing success. The pair discuss the making of the film and consider what it takes to create the festival’s unrivalled euphoric energy, as they take us back, side and centre stage at Glastonbury; a pop-up city of dreams.
Lanserhof at The Arts Club presents, The Definitive Guide to Surviving Allergy Season with Dr Ursula Levine.
'Allergies, also known as allergic diseases, are conditions caused by the immune system's hypersensitivity to typically harmless substances in the environment.'
Nearly one quarter of people in the UK are affected by allergies every year and as such, can suffer with myriad unpleasant symptoms, from scratchy throats and red, inflamed eyes to headaches, fatigue and in some worst cases, anaphylaxis.
Lanserhof at The Arts Club practitioner, Dr Ursula Levine, joined us for an insightful webinar delving into the topic further, providing helpful recommendations for keeping those symptoms in check including natural solutions, the role of diet and more.
Please note, any views and opinions expressed in this talk are the practitioner’s own and do not represent the views of The Arts Club.
Instagram: @lanserhof_arts_club
Website: https://lhtac.com/
NFTs are making waves on the international arts scene – and the music industry is no exception.
Listen back as Chris Cooke, founder and MD of Complete Music Update (CMU) and author of 'Dissecting The Digital Dollar', provides an expert perspective on Non-Fungible Tokens, how they’re being employed by the music industry and whether they’re worth the investment or simply a short term hype.
Instagram: @chriscookeunlimited
Website: https://cmuinsights.com/digitaldollar/
In our fast-paced, contemporary culture, the nervous system is under constant pressure to restore internal balance. Stress, anxiety, childhood trauma, chronic pain and addictions can make harmony feel insurmountable at times, but in learning to harness the Earth’s electrical forces we can support our nervous system and begin to heal.
Known as the ‘Injury Whisperer’, world renowned healer, Kung Fu Master and founder of the Martial Arts of Wellness, Sifu Matthew returned to share techniques and insights into nervous system regulation and how to balance opposing forces.
Please note, any views and opinions expressed in this talk are the practitioner’s own and do not represent the views of The Arts Club.
Instagram: @martialartsofwellness
Website: https://themartialartsofwellness.com/
Lanserhof at The Arts Club presents, Building Resilience in Times of Adversity with Mariel Witmond.
Prolonged stress and anxiety affects our emotions and behaviour, as well as manifesting physically in the body by reducing immune response, creating tension and over time, chronic illness. By learning to identify our personal triggers, we can learn to manage stress and anxiety and lead a more balanced, harmonious life.
Qualified yoga instructor and life coach, Mariel Witmond, joined Lanserhof at The Arts Club for an insightful discussion on finding and maintaining balance in the most challenging of circumstances. Mariel introduces restorative stretches and breathing exercises to energise the body and mind, as well as answering audience questions and sharing plenty of tips and advice for adopting a holistic approach to health and wellbeing.
Instagram: @mindfulsonder
Website: https://www.mindfulsonder.com/
Lanserhof at The Arts Club presents, The Truth About Sugar with Dr Ursula Levine.
In the UK, we are consuming more than double the recommended amount of sugar and while many of us are aware of the serious health risks associated with overconsumption (including obesity, diabetes, heart disease and cancers), do we know where the sweet stuff is hiding? And have we been overwhelmed by misinformation?
Listen back as Lanserhof at The Arts Club practitioner, Dr Ursula Levine, takes a closer look at what happens when the body absorbs sugar and the dangers of getting addicted. We’re well aware of its presence in processed food, but how much is in the fruit we consume? Or products that are pedalled as healthy, or ‘low sugar’ alternatives? When our body needs energy, it can get this from either sugar or fat, but with both food groups being demonised by mainstream media, it’s important to understand how moderate consumption can play a role in a healthy, balanced diet.
Instagram: @lanserhof_arts_club
Website: https://lhtac.com/
Lanserhof at The Arts Club presents, Biohacking: The Future of Health Optimisation with Tim Gray.
Through new approaches to diet, sleep, medicine, psychology, fitness and more, biohackers are unlocking the secrets to success hidden in the body. A new way of approaching health and performance, biohacking makes use of the modalities available to us to optimise wellbeing.
Now more than ever, individuals are taking ownership for their health and fitness and the term ‘biohacking’ has quickly become the buzzword among those committed to identifying the most advanced health solutions. We welcomed one of the UK’s leading biohackers and founder of London’s Health Optimisation Summit, Tim Gray, and Lanserhof at The Arts Club medical director and orthopaedic and trauma surgeon, Mr Sebastian Kunz, for a timely discussion on the topic of biohacking.
Instagram: @timbiohacker
Website: https://summit.healthoptimisation.com
Following the sale of digital artist Beeple’s NFT artwork for $69 million at Christie's last month, our stellar panel came together to discuss a seemingly seismic shift in the art industry.
As Beeple becomes the 3rd most expensive living artist, the impact is reverberating throughout the art world. Major artists such as John Gerrard, Urs Fischer and Damien Hirst are now releasing NFTs, while artists from the digital sphere like Pak and Mad Dog Jones take centre stage.
Our panellists discuss everything from the environmental impact to the future of art sales, considering whether NFTs can be considered a new medium, akin to painting or sculpture. They answer audience questions, share favourite works and Noah Davis shares exciting news about Christie’s upcoming Evening Sale.
With thanks to:
•Noah Davis – Associate Vice President, Post-War and Contemporary, Christie's, and a specialist in NFT.
•John Gerrard - A pioneer of simulation within contemporary art, Gerrard's annual softwares are in the collections of MoMA, Tate, SFMoMA, LACMA, Pinault Collection, Ullens Foundation, M+, Pinakothek der Moderne, and TBA21, among others. Gerrard recently released his first NFT on the Foundation platform.
•Georgina Adam - Art journalist for the Financial Times and The Art Newspaper, and author, whose new book 'The Rise and Rise of the Private Art Museum' will be out September 2021.
Moderated by Pernilla Holmes, Director of Wedel Art and co-curator of The Arts Club collection and exhibition programme.
We all face the climate crisis together, but when marginalised communities are disproportionately affected by the impacts of environmental harm, why are their voices not being given adequate representation?
For this discussion, environment and human rights lawyer Adam Weiss speaks to community organisers Naomi Alexander Naidoo and Tyrone Scott about how we can redress racial equity and representation in the green movement, what the barriers are to diversity and inclusivity in the sector, and how by working to amplify the voices of marginalised groups, we can secure a better future for all.
Celebrated contemporary artists, Nick Hornby and Oliver Beer, joined us online for a conversation about art in the time of Covid-19, through the lens of their recent solo shows, Beer’s ‘Oma’ at Galerie Thaddaeus Ropac London (Sep-Oct 2020) and Hornby’s ‘Zygotes and Confessions’ at MOSTYN (showing until 18th April, 2021).
Nick Hornby is a sculptor known for large works in bronze, marble and steel described as ‘often imposing, mind-bending and futuristic-looking’, while Oliver Beer works with sculpture, performance and film. Though they may appear to have little in common, both artists engage with slicing, impregnated meaning and translations of form. Last summer they co-curated an original exhibition mixing recent graduates with established artists in a vast warehouse in Soho, currently serving as Beer’s studio.
With some studies showing that only 8% of people accomplish their New Year's Resolutions, what can we do to ensure we maintain good habits and positive practices?
Many of us recognise the need to make changes to our behaviour, but the initial decision to make a change is very different to the implementation. With research spanning over 30 years, Professor of Psychology and Business at the University of Southern California, Wendy Wood, is an undisputed authority on the nature of habits and why they are so difficult to change. Author of the bestselling book, Good Habits, Bad Habits, Wendy has featured in the New York Times, The Guardian and The New Yorker Magazine, and joined us at this pivotal moment to arm us with the tools to maintain focus and achieve our goals.
Take a moment to consider your breathing. Is it fast, or slow? Can you feel your stomach rise and fall? How many breaths are you taking? Meditating monks might take as few as 4-6 per minute…
The way we breathe affects our physical, mental and emotional health, impacting every system and function in the body. When we’re anxious or in a heightened state of stress our breathing can become quick, light and shallow. By learning to breathe purposefully, we can effectively reduce stress and anxiety, increase energy levels and improve sleep and creativity.
Richie Bostock, AKA The Breath Guy; one of the world's leading teachers of revolutionary breathing practices and author of Exhale, joined us online to discuss his personal journey and share strategies to enhance the awareness of your breathing and radically improve your physical and mental health.
If men are from Mars and love stories are truly written in the stars, it’s time we decoded the skies above to discover a cosmic love. Renowned astrologer, Francesca Oddie, and founder of mental wellbeing platform Happy Not Perfect, Poppy Jamie, joined us online for a fascinating insight into relationship astrology.
Learn to recognise the cycles in your life as we journey through the zodiac, identifying how relationships play out in our charts. Gain a deeper understanding into what we bring to and need from a relationship, what we’re putting out and consequently drawing in and what to look for in the pursuit of love…
"Happiness is a decision.”
What makes us happy? Adopt a positive, pro-active mindset as best-selling author, Dr Florian Langenscheidt, joins us for an enlightening conversation exploring the point of commonality uniting us all, the quest for happiness.
Widely regarded as a leading authority on innovation in media and publishing, Dr Langenscheidt’s research spans over forty years and he has written myriad publications on optimism and happiness. This is an opportunity to discover new ways of living every day in a positive and enriched way, as he shares his ten universal principles of happiness.
In the summer of 2020, as the World Travel and Tourism Council forecast the UK to lose £22bn in spending as international tourism plummeted, we brought together a panel of travel and tourism experts to reflect on the dire impact of the pandemic. A few months on and with no sign of the damage to the travel and tourism industry abating, we welcome them back to consider the latest developments.
As borders close and air bridges become fewer, quarantining becomes non-negotiable and even staycations are largely prohibited, our panel explore the options for quenching wanderlust. Far from being discouraged, they discuss the positive implications of the vaccination schemes, destinations you might not have considered and the benefits of embracing a slower, more sustainable approach to travel.
- Virginia Messina, Managing Director at World Travel & Tourism Council
- Henry Morley, Founder & CEO at True Travel
- Ash Bhardwaj, Filmaker, journalist and travel columnist for The Telegraph
- Lisa Grainger, Deputy Editor and Travel Editor of LUXX magazine on The Times
Moderated by Paul Charles, CEO at The PC Agency
In the first week of January, the UK announced its highest daily total of confirmed Covid-19 infections to date. As the virus continues to dominate both the headlines and our lives, we consider the growing concerns around long tail Covid, and those reporting lingering symptoms weeks – and even months – after their initial infection.
Listen back as Dr Jonathan Garabette and Lanserhof at The Arts Club practitioner, Dr Tamsin Lewis, and COO, Mario Pederzolli, consider possible causes, long-term implications and the ways in which patients might be supported. Dr Lewis draws on both her personal and professional experience, as she continues to recover from the virus herself, while helping numerous patients with their journeys back to full health. From exercise and nutrition to reducing anxiety and building resilience, Dr Lewis and Dr Garbette share a wealth of advice and recommendations to optimise physical and mental health.
High stress levels can have a negative impact on our immune response and now, more than ever, bringing balance into our everyday lives is crucial. This is an opportunity to learn new, gentle strategies for managing stress - which can have a positive impact on our overall long-term health.
Qualified yoga instructor and wellness coach, Yohanna Mannelqvist, joins Lanserhof at The Arts Club for an in-depth wellness workshop online. Yohanna will share actionable steps to support physical, mental and spiritual wellbeing during challenging times, including methods she has personally practiced on her journey from burnout to a balanced, meaningful life.
We’re delighted to be joined by former director of the National Portrait Gallery, Sandy Nairne, who shares fascinating stories from key moments in his career within the art industry.
Joined in conversation by writer and Sunday Times correspondent, Roya Nikkhah, the pair explore poignant moments in Nairne’s career. From his time at the ICA in the 1980s, curating the first retrospective of controversial American photographer Robert Mapplethorpe, to overseeing the choice of sculptures for the Fourth Plinth in Trafalgar Square, to leading the pursuit of two stolen Turner paintings in the 1990s; Nairne has seen it all. He worked alongside Nicholas Serota to help to create Tate Modern, and later served as Director of the National Portrait Gallery, commissioning many new portraits, including the first painted portrait of the Duchess of Cambridge. The pair also discuss his current roles, which range from advising Maggie’s Cancer Care Centres to working with Sir Anish Kapoor to create a print to be sold for the charity’s benefit.
The role of performance art is under the spotlight as social distancing measures, restrictions on international travel and bans on large gatherings continue, as the world adapts to a ‘new normal’.
In this talk we consider the prominence of performance art in galleries, museums, art fairs and biennials prior to lockdown, with a focus on leading voices in the field and the previous trend in staging performance throughout the art world. We explore how the live sector is adapting with Block Universe, London’s leading international performance art festival and commissioning body, alongside Turner prize winner, Tai Shani and collector and art historian, Catherine Petitgas.
What does intuition mean? Why is it necessary, and how can we better connect with it?
Intuition is challenging to describe, and subtle in characteristic, it can easily be missed altogether. However, accessing and following the delicate voice of your intuition can be nothing less than life-changing. In this world-renowned seer, Martin Zoller, explores what the word intuition means and the ways to connect with it to live more intuitively. Intuition exists in all of us, whether we acknowledge it or not. The more we can learn about it, the more we can use it to shape our lives for the better.
Now more than ever, our focus in on ensuring a strong and healthy immune system. As we approach a challenging winter, what’s the best possible way to support our body’s natural defences?
From lifestyle to nutrition choices, we are joined by Founder of The Pure Package, Jennifer Irvine, as she moderates a discussion with Lanserhof at The Arts Club general practitioner, Dr Ursula Levine and nutritionist, Rita Arora as they explore the topic of immunity and consider the impact of our dietary habits, with a Q&A to finish.
The body’s largest organ, skin is a true reflection of internal health. Lifestyle choices, nutrition, environmental stressors and mental wellbeing can all affect our complexion, with imbalances often causing inflammation, discolouration, outbreaks and more.
Adopting a holistic approach, GP and Aesthetic Doctor Dr Rabia Malik identifies underlying problems and treats the root cause to restore the complexion from the inside out. In this talk, Dr Rabia delves deep into how best to manage a variety of skin concerns. From supplements to treatments and the ingredients under the spotlight, this is an introduction to a simplified, effective approach to skincare, focused on restoring internal health for an outward glow. Learn how to create a simple three step regime that works for your skin and your lifestyle.
An aptitude for emotional intelligence is often overlooked in the workplace, but it is essential for successful working relationships and business success. In 2020 we have seen this challenged, with the ongoing prevalence of racial and gender inequality reaching the mainstream media, while the pandemic has increased instances of remote working, making it difficult to manage employee wellbeing, create unity and an inclusive working environment.
Award-winning TEDx speaker and communication specialist, Shola Kaye, shares practical and effective strategies to inspire a sense of equity and inclusion. Together, we’ll be introduced to a framework that will help us better understand and connect with those around us. We'll consider short, medium and long-term changes that can help foster a more diverse, inclusive and equitable environment for the people you work with and help shape future strategies for your business.
Reports suggest the pandemic may cost the film industry in excess of £16 billion and as the British Film Commission publishes Covid-19 production guidelines, we consider the new challenges producers face, alongside the evolution of consumer engagement with film and television.
Disney+ doubled its subscriber base between February and May, while TV viewing figures soared by 17%, prompting our conversation with Dame Pippa Harris, DBE, Deputy Chair of BAFTA and Oscar nominated producer of 1917, and Andrea Wong, most recently President, International Production for Sony Pictures Television and Sony Pictures Entertainment. Together, they share their behind-the-scenes insights into the ever-changing landscape of TV and film.
Lanserhof at The Arts Club practitioner, Dr Tamsin Lewis has developed ‘Well-gevity’, a methodology that assesses your biological age and rate of ageing, identifies the key drivers and draws on a pool of medical expertise to slow the rate of ageing through a holistic approach. From exercise and nutritional strategies to hormone balancing, brain health upgrades and coaching, Dr Tamsin Lewis separates fact from fiction about life and health extension.
We invited Lionel Barber, formerly Editor of the Financial Times and Stephanie Flanders, Head of Bloomberg Economics, to share their insights into the upcoming presidential election.
The pair reflected on the race so far, ahead of the second and final debate (after Donald Trump refused to participate ‘virtually’). From economics, to health care, housing and climate change, the challenges are plentiful and voter anger is targeting both sides of the artery...
A healthy gut is essential for optimal health and imbalances can manifest as digestive issues, skin conditions, lack of sleep, anxiety and weight gain, as well as carrying serious long-term health implications.
Founder of online wellbeing platform Eat, Burn, Sleep, Yalda Alaoui, joins Lanserhof at The Arts Club GP, Dr Ursula Levine to discuss how to achieve optimal health by living an anti-inflammatory lifestyle. After suffering a series of health issues, Alaoui decided to take matters into her own hands and researched more holistic ways of curing her ailments. “Gut health is at the source of most health issues,” she shares. “A healthy gut also helps have less anxiety, improves body composition and helps achieve optimal health.”
A secret weapon for many top facialists and makeup artists, cold therapy has long been a fixture in red carpet facials thanks to its instant visible results; lifting, tightening and stimulating blood flow to give that visible glow.
The physical and mental health benefits of frequent exposure to cold are numerous - and as the body's largest organ, our skin reaps the benefits too. Sharing simple techniques and the science behind incorporating cold therapy into your skincare routine, Dr Karin Semprini, Aesthetic Doctor and consulting general practitioner at Lanserhof Tegernsee, joins us for an online webinar. Closely guided and mentored by Wim Hof in his eponymous method, Dr Karin combines his techniques with thirty years’ experience in the skincare industry, where she’s recognised as a pioneer, tailoring a new way to revitalise skin.
Could the arts provide alternative ways to experience and make sense of our world? Inspire innovative ideas for improving leadership? Transform behaviour?
Actress, speaker and serial entrepreneur, Caroline Watson, formerly chaired the World Economic Forum’s Global Agenda Council of the Role of the Arts in Society and is Founder and Director of Scheherazade Initiatives, a global organisation that uses participatory theatre as a tool to empower migrant, refugee, and displaced populations. Caroline will share her experience of building a grassroots enterprise in China, before launching a global movement on the role that the arts can play in leadership. Her talk will weave personal stories, interactive elements and insights into the opportunities artists have to play a role in building a better world.
As the pandemic continues to disrupt the economy, the art market continues to suffer. Sales have been declared down by at least a third (depending on sources), while numerous fairs, exhibitions, biennales have been cancelled, and lay-offs are widespread.
However, not all the changes are negative. Businesses and individuals working in the art world are embracing new ways of communicating, selling and building relationships - in a predominantly online world. Arguments could even be made that the art world is finally democratising as studio visits, exhibition tours and much more become available to a wider, global demographic as content is increasingly shared online. As we consider the future of the art market as the industry is forced to rapidly adapt we are joined by an expert panel including Georgina Adam, editor-at-large for The Art Newspaper and contributor to The Financial Times; Victoria Siddall, Global Director of Frieze; Prof. Dr Dirk Boll, President of Christie’s EMEA (Europe & UK, Middle East & Africa); Pernilla Holmes, director of art advisory firm Wedel Art, who work closely with The Arts Club to curate the permanent collection and temporary exhibitions and Dr. Neil Wenman, Partner at Hauser & Wirth.
Airbridges, quarantine and a travel industry in turmoil; our world and the way we move around it has been redefined in the wake of Covid-19.
From climate change to germaphobia and private travel, the pandemic has galvanised vital reassessments of the travel and tourism industry.
Paul Charles, founder and CEO of leading travel consultancy The PC Agency, moderates our stellar panel including Managing Director of the World Travel & Tourism Council, Virginia Messina; award-winning travel writer, Sophy Roberts; founder and CEO of True Travel, Henry Morley; and Kayla-Joleen Doris, founder of sustainable platform, Reset Travel.
With each year that passes it becomes more apparent that in an increasingly crowded planet, every acre of conservation land needs to demonstrate its economic value. How can we, as conservationists, protect natural ecosystems and their wildlife from being exploited and destroyed by the illegal wildlife trade?
In this talk our preeminent panel, led by Space for Giants founder and CEO, Dr Max Graham, explore how generating value from natural habitats can prevent them from being mistreated.
Clare Akamanzi; International Trade and Investment Lawyer, CEO of the Rwanda Development Board and one of Africa’s Top 50 Powerful Women, Forbes, 2020.
Fred Swaniker; Co-founder of three global organisations that aim to catalyse three million ethical and entrepreneurial African leaders over a 50 year period.
The Arts Club podcast shares highlights from fascinating panel discussions, talks and events at the Club. Catch up on what you missed, or listen again anytime, anywhere.
The pandemic shifted many of us into a heightened state of stress, anxiety and even depression. In this talk, Sifu Matthew shows us how to harness inner ‘chi’, take control and empower cells into a profound state of energetic wellness.
Kung Fu Master, world renowned healer and founder of The Martial Arts of Wellness, Sifu explains how your body and mind can become instruments of profound force and wisdom, shattering unhealthy patterns and increasing your connection to health, wellness and power.
Learn how incorporating these practices into daily routines can reduce stress and restore a sense of internal strength, focus and vitality, as well as aid in the healing of chronic injuries, autoimmune and hormonal imbalances, joint pains, nerve regeneration and more.
The Arts Club podcast shares highlights from fascinating panel discussions, talks and events at the Club. Catch up on what you missed, or listen again anytime, anywhere.As the conversation around LGBTQI culture grows louder, does our understanding of the issues and complexities keep pace? Right at this moment in time we need to start thinking beyond the obvious and work on connection, progress and healing.
As lockdown eases we welcome CN Lester to The Arts Club, for a live streamed talk and performance with our head of member events, Susanna Warren.
CN Lester’s debut collection of essays, Trans Like Me, was named one of three essential works on gender identity by The New York Times. Having spent twenty years working as a trans and feminist activist, CN will discuss research and lived experience as they explore and celebrate queer issues, cultures and possibilities. To conclude, CN sings and plays an original piece, followed by Leonard Cohen’s I’m Your Man.
The Arts Club podcast shares highlights from fascinating panel discussions, talks and events at the Club. Catch up on what you missed, or listen again anytime, anywhere.There is an illegal, global supply chain that moves wildlife (dead or alive) from their natural ecosystems to the end consumer. Global agencies, national governments and civil society are working hard to stop this chain, which contributes to the decline in natural habitats and threatens species with extinction, undermining a crucial pillar for many developing country economies. And now we’ve seen how it contributes to devastating global pandemics that can virtually bring the world to a halt.
Our pre-eminent panel will explore the current approach to preventing the supply of wild animals and their parts to the markets, moderated by Dr Max Graham, Space for Giants Founder and CEO.
- William Hague; best known as the Leader of the Conservative Party, 1997-2001, and First Secretary of State and Foreign Secretary, 2010-2014, is Chair of the transport and finance task force for the Royal Foundation of United for Wildlife.
- Shamini Jayanathan; criminal Justice Advisor to the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO), in 2013 Shamini drafted the first resolution passed by the East Africa Legislative Assembly, calling for a full range of laws to be applied to wildlife crime and she continues to be a leader in prosecution and judicial initiatives across Africa.
- John Scanlon; awarded Officer of the Order of Australia (AO) for distinguished service to wildlife conservation and protection, John serves as Special Advisor to the Elephant Protection Initiative and is Chair of the Global Initiative to End Wildlife Crime.
The Arts Club podcast shares highlights from fascinating panel discussions, talks and events at the Club. Catch up on what you missed, or listen again anytime, anywhere.
Early detection of degenerative and life-threatening conditions including cancers and organ damage has repeatedly been shown to increase the chance of a successful recovery and return to optimum health.
Diagnostic testing plays an essential role in this process and we are pleased to be joined by Lanserhof at The Arts Club consultant radiologist, Dr Amanda Isaac, for a fascinating introduction to advanced diagnostic techniques such as whole-body MRI scans. Integral to preventative medicine, early detection and effective treatment plans, Dr Isaac will explain the value a comprehensive understanding of organs including muscles, tendons, bones, cardiac, reproductive organs and the brain provides us with.
The Arts Club podcast shares highlights from fascinating panel discussions, talks and events at the Club. Catch up on what you missed, or listen again anytime, anywhere.What if we treated the underlying causes of ageing, rather than the symptoms? Could we turn back the clock and live longer, healthier lives?
Jim Mellon is a leading authority in longevity and sits on the Board of Trustees of the Buck Institute for Research on Aging, and the American Federation for Aging Research (AFAR). His bio-tech company, Juvanescense, focuses on the emerging commercial science of longevity, while his clean food company, Agronomics, invests in emerging food technologies and non-animal cultured meats, in response to a worldwide shift towards ‘clean meat’ and alternatives that are better for personal and planetary health.
In this talk, he shares a tantalising perspective of the future of the human race, the evolving landscape of supermarket shelves and the opportunities available for those who, like Jim, recognise the financial opportunities in these two nascent sectors; longevity and new agriculture.
Jim is joined in conversation by Lanserhof at The Arts Club practitioner, Dr Tamsin Lewis, who holds a post graduate qualification in psychiatry and specialises in The Biology of Ageing and applied Nutritional and Functional medicine.
The Arts Club podcast shares highlights from fascinating panel discussions, talks and events at the Club. Catch up on what you missed, or listen again anytime, anywhere.We are proud to introduce Giant Conversations, a series of talks exploring our relationship with the natural world, in partnership with international conservation organisation Space for Giants.
In the first of our talks, we discuss the illegal killing and consumption of wildlife continues to destroy habitats and introduce exotic animals and their parts into the human food chain. Here, we delve into the connection between this and the rise of human pandemics, and the implications for our future relationship with nature.
We are joined for this conversation by three world experts, moderated by Dr Max Graham, Space for Giants Founder and CEO.
- Max Gomera; director of the Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services at the United Nations
- Dr Gladys Kalema; Ugandan wildlife veterinarian, conservationist and epidemiologist and the founder of Conservation Through Public Health
- Professor Lee White; The Minister for Forests, Oceans, Environment and Climate Change, Gabon, Central Africa
The Arts Club podcast shares highlights from fascinating panel discussions, talks and events at the Club. Catch up on what you missed, or listen again anytime, anywhere.We live in a culture obsessed with being busy and for many of us, lockdown has meant a change of pace and the concept of ‘rest’ has taken on a new and unsettling relevance. Whether you had yet to master the art of switching off, or the current change of pace has disrupted your rhythm, let author, professor and presenter of BBC Radio 4’s It’s all in the Mind, Claudia Hammond be your guide to relaxing.
Her new book, The Art of Rest, discusses how we can find respite in a modern age, drawing on groundbreaking research from ‘The Rest Test’, the largest global survey into rest ever undertaken. In this talk, we explore the most popular ways to rest, the guilt associated with kicking back and the importance of scheduling time to prioritise your wellbeing.
Claudia answers audience questions and explains how we can reframe our thinking and see this period less as a restriction and more as an opportunity.
The Arts Club podcast shares highlights from fascinating panel discussions, talks and events at the Club. Catch up on what you missed, or listen again anytime, anywhere.We spend a third of our lives sleeping, let’s get it right.
Reports of poor sleep and insomnia have been steadily rising for some time and during the current global COVID-19 pandemic, many of us are finding it difficult to switch off. From cognitive function to digestion, lack of sleep severely affects everyday life and can have significant long-term health implications.
In this podcast, we explore the significance of not getting enough and identify ways to improve the quality of our sleep with Dr Jan Stritzke, leading practitioner at Lanserhof Tegernsee and future medical director of Lanserhof Sylt.
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While the globe reverberates with the worldwide impact of the current COVID-19 crisis, we consider what we can learn from the pandemic about climate change and how clean energy might contribute to a cleaner, green future.
As early as 2011 Ramez Naam became one of the first to forecast the incredible price decline in clean energy, demonstrating the potential for disruptive energy technologies to offer a cleaner alternative and greener future.
A computer scientist, award-winning author and advisor, Naam spent over a decade working alongside Bill Gates before becoming the co-chair for Energy and Environment at Singularity University at NASA Ames. Join us for a fascinating insight into a burgeoning renewable energy market and consider what COVID-19 can teach us about climate action.
The Arts Club podcast shares highlights from fascinating panel discussions, talks and events at the Club. Catch up on what you missed, or listen again anytime, anywhere.In ten clear steps learn how to navigate your business through the COVID-19 crisis and into the light.
At a pivotal moment for many, we are delighted to share a special briefing and Q&A with Amy Pope and Tim Robinson, the leaders of the Crisis Management Task Force at Schillings, the reputation, privacy and security protection company.
As a security adviser to President Obama, Amy Pope led the White House’s response to the Ebola and Zika pandemics, while Tim Robinson was a British Army general who led military planning for a succession of UK domestic crises.
In a live webinar, the pair guide us through the essentials for not only surviving, but learning to seize opportunities and improve, with guidance on everything from setting up safe and secure remote working, to implementing your own crisis management response team and delegating effectively.
The Arts Club podcast shares highlights from fascinating panel discussions, talks and events at the Club. Catch up on what you missed, or listen again anytime, anywhere.Lanserhof at The Arts Club practitioner, Dr Tamsin Lewis has recently recovered from COVID-19 and joins us online to discuss her experience, both as a medical professional and victim of the virus.
What's working to beat the virus? Do supplements help? What are the best coping mechanisms? How can we improve our resilience and manage anxiety? From the benefits of intermittent fasting to breathing techniques, the nutrition and lifestyle choices that will reduce inflammation and sleep aids that actually work; Dr Lewis shares a wealth of advice and recommendations to optimise our physical and mental health.
King's College trained, with post graduate qualifications in Psychiatry and a BSC in Neuroscience and Biology of Ageing, Dr Lewis is also a former GB elite triathlete and Ironman Champion. At the peak of good health, the virus has challenged her mental and physical wellbeing, and she’s drawn on her own expertise and those of her medical peers to navigate her recovery, with many valuable lessons we can all learn from.
Some of the key products Dr Lewis mentions in her talk which you may be interested to research further;
- High doses of vitamin C will help with reducing inflammation. Doses are 1g/hr on first sign of symptoms, up to 10g. Liposomal vitamin C is better tolerated. Altrient C is a good brand.
- A bath with magnesium salts can help relax the body and aid sleep and calm your nervous system.
- Doc Parsley's sleep remedy (see Wellgevity.com ) comes highly recommended by Dr Lewis, as well as Melatonin 1-5mg.
- Magnesium glycinate has a good calming effect and can help before sleep or HVMN Yawn supplement which contains this.
- A "Pulse Oxygen monitor" p02 device can monitor your pulse rate and oxygen which can be useful to see how acute symptoms are and whether hospitalisation may be needed. These are available and affordable from Amazon.
- Far-UVC light is a new tool to control the spread of airborne mediated microbial diseases, of which corona is one. This may help reduce spread and contagion.
- KETONE Ester is a drink which is effective for cognitive function, inflammation and supports fasting. It can be beneficial for enhancing performance.
Consultations with Dr Lewis can be arranged with Lanserhof at The Arts Club.
The Arts Club podcast shares highlights from fascinating panel discussions, talks and events at the Club. Catch up on what you missed, or listen again anytime, anywhere.‘We are all at risk and the measures taken by the Prime Minister reflect this. We all have a part to play.’
Apothecary to Her Majesty and The Royal Households, leading medical practitioner, Dr Tim Evans, joined us joined us live online for an insightful perspective on this unprecedented threat to global health, as we all #StayAtHome during self-isolation.
Through close associations with senior members of Public Health England Dr Evans has access to key information and provided a fascinating insight, and well informed response to the global crisis. Here, Dr Evans discusses the variance in worldwide response, likely lifespan of the virus and the precautions he - and all of us - can take, to help the country recover swiftly.
With a career that has encompassed not only working in some of London’s leading medical institutions and hospitals, Dr Tim Evans re-established primary health clinics in rural Zimbabwe from 1981-1983, established the first fully integrated private General Practice at Westover House from 1993-2009 and was the Medical Director of Grace Belgravia Medical Clinic from 2012-2019. He now runs a private GP practice, Dr Tim Evans & Associates, in Chelsea.
The Arts Club podcast shares highlights from fascinating panel discussions, talks and events at the Club. Catch up on what you missed, or listen again anytime, anywhere.‘The answer to the question of our modern time: how to recapture simplicity in our lives so we can once again connect with ourselves… Julia Hobsbawm has given us the answer’
Arianna Huffington
From paring back your news sources to reducing your wardrobe à la Obama, entrepreneur and author of The Simplicity Principle, Julia Hobsbawm introduces us to new ways of leading a simple, thoughtful life with creativity, clarity and focus.
Inspired by her time working with the great American activist Maya Angelou, Julia applies her favourite saying, ‘Keep It Simple, Sweetie’, in her new book, The Simplicity Principle. Julia focuses on two central principles summed up in a six-word mantra; keep it simple, learn from nature. Never has this been timelier, as our podcast is recorded during a live digital talk with Julia, as we continue to self-isolate during COVID-19.
Julia Hobsbawm’s latest book, The Simplicity Principle, is available to buy now from good bookshops, and online at Waterstones.
The Arts Club podcast shares highlights from fascinating panel discussions, talks and events at the Club. Catch up on what you missed, or listen again anytime, anywhere.
In the second instalment of ‘The Art Newspaper Live’, we are joined by some of the top reporters and editors responsible for breaking the biggest stories of 2019, from the devastating Notre Dame fire, to the Banksy that set new auction records.
Moderated by Aimee Dawson, Associate Digital Editor at The Arts Newspaper, the panel offer a fascinating insight into life behind the headlines, as they discuss the exhilarating moments of reporting breaking stories and the difficulties of discerning fact from fiction.
Two years on from fetching $450 million at auction, the panel also revisit the ever-evolving story of Leonardo da Vinci’s Salvator Mundi, and Banksy’s shredding of Girl with Balloon.
Panellists include The Art Newspaper’s Gareth Harris, Chief Contributing Editor; Annie Shaw, UK Correspondent and Ben Luke, Features Editor.
The Arts Club podcast shares highlights from fascinating panel discussions, talks and events at the Club. Catch up on what you missed, or listen again anytime, anywhere.
There was a sense of cautious encouragement on hearing the unreserved apology from the Home Secretary, Priti Patel, to the Windrush Generation on 19.03.2020.
A group of people who were wrongly detained, denied legal rights, threatened, and in many cases, wrongly deported by the UK Home Office. As the investigation into the Windrush Scandal continues, listen as our expert panel explore the British Scandal during a live panel discussion held at The Arts Club in autumn 2019.
Moderated by journalist and author; Afua Hirsch, the panel comprises award winning human rights lawyer; Richard Meeran, parliamentarian; Janet Daby MP, Guardian journalist; Amelia Gentleman and campaigner; Elwaldo Romeo.
Their discussion is followed by a performance of the ‘The Bitter Windrush Blues’, by David Neita, often regarded as the 'People's Lawyer' and 'People's Poet' for his representation of marginalised groups and individuals.
On The Windrush Reviewwith thanks to David Neita
‘The Windrush Lessons Learned Review’, authored by Wendy Williams, is hot off the press and leaves no doubt that those dubbed ‘The Windrush Generation’, who had full legitimacy to be in the UK, were treated appallingly by their country. They faced gross injustices and indignities that were both ‘foreseeable and avoidable’.
The government has established a compensation scheme, led by Martin Forde QC, which has no upper limit for compensation pay out and yet, only slightly more than £60K has been awarded so far – a minuscule amount in relation to scale of the damage caused.
There appears to be a big gulf between the victims and the legal administrators, as well as an understandable underlying mistrust between the wronged and the wrongdoer.
When asked if all the review’s recommendations would be implemented, the Home Secretary responded ‘… I will come back to the House and give all the recommendations full consideration.’ This sentence is not as encouraging as the apology itself. ‘Consideration’ is not the same as ‘implementation’ and herein lies the challenge. How do we as a society ensure justice gets done and the implementations are complete and thorough?
In association with Leigh Day
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Are we making progress towards cleaner air for Londoners?
With the Government planning to invest £304 million into helping local authorities reduce nitrogen dioxide emissions and improve air quality, we take a look back at our panel discussion with the experts campaigning to clean up the air we breathe.
The UK was the first major economy to legislate for a target of net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, and has already cut carbon emissions by more than any other G7 country; but are we doing enough?
Our expert panel discuss ways we can clean up the capital’s air, and the extent to which this issue is affecting us all.
Moderator Lucy Siegle, British journalist and reporter for BBC’s ‘The One Show’, is joined by Green Party’s Jenny Jones, Baroness Jones of Moulsecoomb, who introduced The Clean Air (Human Rights) Bill to the House of Lords in 2018; Simon Alcock, Head of Public Affairs and Campaigns at ClientEarth; Celeste Hicks, Independent Journalist specialising in Africa and a campaigner for ‘Mums for Lungs’; and Dr Ian Mudway, Senior Lecturer at the School of Population Health and Environmental Sciences at Kings College London.
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‘UNESCO depicts heritage as tangible and intangible. For many years, we looked at the tangible, we looked at the building, the brick and mortar; but in the last few years we started to focus our efforts on the people who live around the heritage sites.’ - Nada Hosking, Executive Director, Global Heritage Fund
Nada Hosking, Executive Director of Global Heritage Fund, leads an insightful talk on the importance of empowering communities to preserve their cultural heritage and connections to their past.
Journey from historic towns in Yunnan, China to Moroccan mountain ranges and ancient cities in Santa Marta as Nada discusses why protecting heritage matters, the benefits cultural heritage sites have for local communities and the social, environmental and cultural factors affecting them.
Founded in 2002, Global Heritage Fund have partnered with local communities, governments and organisations across the globe to protect places of memory for future generations.
The Arts Club podcast shares highlights from fascinating panel discussions, talks and events at the Club. Catch up on what you missed, or listen again anytime, anywhere.
‘Bespoke is all about stories, it’s about the relationship between the client and the designer.’
Since the founding of her company in 2010, award-winning bespoke jewellery designer Hattie Rickards has created nearly 500 beautiful pieces. Interviewed by Rachel Garrahan, Jewellery and Watch Director at British Vogue, Hattie discusses what bespoke jewellery means to her.
Whether it’s transforming heirlooms into something magical, or simply working from a blank canvas, Hattie shares the excitement she feels in giving her clients the confidence to push their own design boundaries to create their dream piece.
Rachel and Hattie also discuss the intricate and lengthy process of designing bespoke jewellery, from conception to creation.
The Arts Club podcast shares highlights from fascinating panel discussions, talks and events at the Club. Catch up on what you missed, or listen again anytime, anywhere.“If you’re going to do something once do it properly – do it brilliantly.”
Those planning home renovations, with a keen interest in interior design - or as fascinated as we are by the evolving trends within the industry, won’t want to miss this expert insight into all things interiors.
Moderated by Carole Annett, Interiors Editor of Country & Townhouse Magazine, our panel discuss how luxury hotel design has inspired and influenced the interiors of private homes, share their trend predictions for the future and highlight the new, design-led hotels on their wish-lists.
Panellists include Charu Gandhi, Founder & Director, Elicyon; Simon Rawlings, Creative Director, David Collins Studio; and Sam de Teran, Owner & Designer, Cobblers Cove Barbados.
The Arts Club podcast shares highlights from fascinating panel discussions, talks and events at the Club. Catch up on what you missed, or listen again anytime, anywhere.Jonny Benjamin MBE is an award-winning campaigner, film producer, public speaker, writer and founder of mental health charity, Beyond Shame Beyond Stigma. His 2014 social media campaign #FindMike went viral, as he sought the man who talked him down from a bridge.
In the lead up to Time to Talk Day, Jonny is joined by his father, Michael Benjamin, and founder of Head Talks, Oliver Chittenden, for an important discussion about mental health, depression and suicide. A delicate topic, the panel share personal experiences and professional insights with a genuine honesty that is hopeful and uplifting.
The Arts Club podcast shares highlights from fascinating panel discussions, talks and events at the Club. Catch up on what you missed, or listen again anytime, anywhere.
As the pressure mounts on many industries to adopt more sustainable practices, the art world is coming under ever-increasing scrutiny.
Moderated by Jane Morris, writer and Editor-at-Large for The Art Newspaper and Cultureshock, our esteemed panel discuss the environmental impact of the art industry, consider the responsibility of artists, galleries and curators, highlight successful models of sustainability and explore how the cultural sector can set a positive example.
The panel includes Lucia Pietroiusti, Curator of General Ecology Serpentine Galleries and Curator, Lithuanian Pavilion, 58th Venice Biennale; Maija Tanninen-Mattila, Director, Helsinki Art Museum and Director, Helsinki Biennial; and artistic duo Ackroyd & Harvey, founding members of Culture Declares Emergency.