Broadening minds since 1781
We’re here to make you think. And think again.
To challenge your opinions, understand the other side of the argument, see the world through a different lens...
What’s on
- Talk
- Climate change
- Manchester
How Can We Create a Good Food Future?
A talk by Dr Lesley Mitchell, food systems specialist
Food has a major influence on our world. How might we transform what we grow and eat into a force for good?
- Talk
- History
- Manchester
Engels in Manchester: Past Meets Present
A talk by award-winning writer and historian Dr Dean Kirby
Step into the footsteps of Friedrich Engels and discover Manchester's hidden histories through fresh eyes
- Talk
- Arts & Culture
- Manchester
Manchester’s Arts and Crafts Revolution: Unveiling the Northern Art Workers’ Guild
A talk by Barry Clark, Arts and Crafts movement enthusiast
Join us for an extraordinary journey through Manchester's hidden design history
Read, Watch, Listen
- Read
- Climate change
Interview with Sam Buckley
Chef Patron at Where The Light Gets In
How has Sam's relationship with farmers and food producers influenced his cooking philosophy?
- Watch
- Arts & Culture
The dark side of sugar: a historical journey
A talk by Dr Neil Buttery, Food Historian
Discover why the dark history of sugar is one of exploitation: of slaves and workers, of the environment and of the consumer
- Listen
- Society
MCR History Talks: Health
Jessica White and Adam Waddingham
A history of health in Manchester
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