Over the last three decades, Ethan Chorin has had an extraordinary view of developments in the Middle East and North Africa as an American diplomat, oil and ports executive and advisor to senior government officials. Much of his has been on the oil-rich North African country of Libya, where he was posted as one of […]
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Purpose, Passion, Grit with Humphrey: Vaughan Smith
Vaughan Smith’s astounding life has taken him from being an army officer, serving in Northern Ireland and Cyprus, a Microlight test pilot and a war cameraman who has been shot at more times than he can remember. In one battle, a bullet heading for him smashed into his mobile phone, saving him from serious injury. […]
Read MoreNational Liberal Club – Asia Circle & Defence Circle
In a compelling illustrated talk, former BBC Asia Correspondent, author and commentator, Humphrey Hawksley, tells the story of this dynamic region known as the Indo-Pacific and examines how liberal democracy can best deal with the rise of authoritarian China. This is a free in-person event, with Q & A moderated by Ed Lucas. Those interested […]
Read MoreThe Democracy Forum live webinar
The Democracy Forum and TDF President Lord Bruce invite you to a live webinar, ‘Will civil unrest change the face of Iran?’ on Tuesday November 15, 2022 at 2-4pm UK time (GMT). Moderator: Humphrey Hawksley, Author & former BBC Asia correspondent Panellists: Fatemeh Aman, Writer and non-resident Senior Fellow, Middle East Institute Prof. Anoush Ehteshami, […]
Read MoreAldeburgh Documentary Festival
Palawan appears to be an idyllic tropical island. Its powder-white beaches and lush forests have made it one of Asia’s hottest new tourist destinations. But for a tiny network of environmental crusaders and vigilantes trying to protect its natural resources, it is more akin to a battlefield. Delikado follows Bobby, Tata and Nieves, three magnetic leaders […]
Read MoreInside Story with Humphrey: Maggy Pigott
Maggy Pigott is the vice-chair of Open Age, Life’s Just Begun and has published the critically-acclaimed How to Age Joyfully, Eight Steps to a Happier, Fuller Life. Dame Judi Dench commends the book to everyone of all ages and Giles Brandreth describes it as ‘full of wit, wisdom – and hope’. Here are Maggy’s nub thoughts. We’re […]
Read MoreInside Story with Humphrey: Tosca Lee
Tosca Lee is a beauty queen, a ballerina, a pianist, and she lives on a working farm in Nebraska. She is the award-winning New York Times bestselling author of eleven novels of which her latest is A Single Light, a sequel to her much-acclaimed The Line Between. With a cast of compelling characters, Tosca creates a Dystopian world in which […]
Read MoreInside Story with Humphrey: Lynda Shaw
Would you like to know how to take greater control of your brain, to become more efficient, effective and successful? The brain often overcomplicates matters, leading us to feel overwhelmed and lacking in confidence. Yet we can take control. Are you interested? Then, come meet neuroscientist Dr Lynda Shaw who knows which bits of our […]
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