PEOPLE & POLITICS

People and Politics logoPeople & Politics is a series that aims to rejuvenate our political discourse in a local and intimate environment. The series aims to approach all discussions from four perspectives – 1. Local, 2. Global, 3. Resources, and 4. Equality & Social Justice – which we believe form the basis of political engagement. We will be joined by a number of prominent figures, including economists, philosophers, and journalists; as well as authors of successful books and essays. We aim to create an inclusive environment and promote discussion through interviews and conversation with the guests. We will introduce a mixture of formats depending on the subject matter and theme and can range from panel discussions, open conference, seminar style with Q&A and debate.
Season 1, 2015: Democracy in the 21st Century
Season 2, 2016: Tribes Divided

PAST EVENTS

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March 2015 – June 2016 Mar 2015 – Jun 2016
Mar
31
Tue
Mar 31 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
People & Politics: Why Are Politicians Not Talking About the City of London or the Super-rich? Conversation with Ann Pettifor
6:30 pm
How can a democratic society break the despotic power of finance? And of the neoliberal orthodoxy? How do we define and make sense of our financial resources, and how do …
Apr
15
Wed
Apr 15 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
People & Politics: How the Tories took Britain to the Brink - Conversation with Polly Toynbee and David Walker
6:30 pm
Is equality the premise for a fairer, happier and more economically stable society? What do social justice and equality mean in a diverse and pragmatic society? How do we include natural …
Apr
22
Wed
Apr 22 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
People & Politics: Democracy and Global Rage, conversation with David Graeber
6:30 pm
Is there such a thing as a “global democracy”? Part of Season 1 of our People and Politics series, that aims to delve beneath the surface of some of the most urgent …
Jun
10
Wed
Jun 10 @ 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm
People & Politics: Capitalism and the Rise of Inequality, conversation with Ha-Joon Chang
3:00 pm
Part of Season 1 of our People & Politics series – a series that aims to delve beneath the surface of some of the urgent political and social issues that are facing both young …
Sep
30
Wed
Sep 30 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
People & Politics: NHS for Sale - Myths, Lies and Deception conversation with Jacky Davis and John Lister
6:30 pm
Can we reimagine the NHS? Part of Season 1 of our People and Politics series, that aims to delve beneath the surface of some of the most urgent political and social issues …
Oct
19
Mon
Oct 19 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
People & Politics: The Conscience Economy
6:30 pm
“The Conscience Economy has arrived at precisely the right moment, and Steven Overman is its herald.” Louis Rossetto, co-founder Wired Can conscientious consumer choice disrupt the global marketplace? Will social accountability …
Nov
20
Fri
Nov 20 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
People & Politics: The Truth behind TTIP, Conversation with Linda Kaucher
6:30 pm
What is the TTIP (Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership) and what are the potential consequences if the deal is passed? How will it affect the current state of public services …
Mar
15
Tue
Mar 15 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Have your say on a ‘People’s Food Policy’: A Workshop led by Linda Kaucher, 15 March @ Book and Kitchen
7:00 pm
‘Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.’ In partnership with the Food Sovereignty Movement, we …
Mar
20
Sun
Mar 20 @ 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
Have your say on a ‘People’s Food Policy’: A Workshop led by Linda Kaucher, 20 March @ Book and Kitchen
10:30 am
‘Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.’ In partnership with the Food Sovereignty Movement, we …
Mar
22
Tue
Mar 22 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
People & Politics: Life and Death in the World City - Conversation with Ben Judah
6:30 pm
What does contemporary London represent and who is it represented by? How has migration affected the landscape of a world city like London? With 40% of Londoners today born abroad, …
Apr
19
Tue
Apr 19 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
People & Politics: The Failed Experiment - Conversation with Andrew Fisher
6:30 pm
How can we build an economy that works? This event is part of Season 2 of our People and Politics series, which will be focusing on the theme of Tribes …
May
10
Tue
May 10 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
People & Politics: Thieves of State - Conversation on Corruption with Sarah Chayes
6:30 pm
Does tolerating graft and corruption undermine national security? What is corruption – where do we draw the line to define actions as systematically corrupt? How is corruption in the US …
Jun
15
Wed
Jun 15 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
People & Politics: A History of Drugs in Warfare - Lukasz Kamienski on Shooting Up @ Book and Kitchen
6:30 pm
‘In this profound, troubling, and deeply informative book, Kamienski investigates the relationship between intoxicants and warfare.’ — Foreign Affairs Shooting Up is an original and comprehensive history of the relationship between fighting …
March 2015 – June 2016 Mar 2015 – Jun 2016

For further information on the series or if you are interested in participate as a speaker or collaborator – please contact info@bookandkitchen.com