Published inThe Argument ClinicWhat a constructive conversation about systemic racism looks like and what it took to get there…TL;DR — the key points to take away from this story are:Jan 12, 2021Jan 12, 2021
Published inThe Argument ClinicLessons in lockdown: how to make the world safe for differences of opinionLast Christmas, I discovered the story of a scientist who should be a hero to anyone who values the free exchange of ideas and opposes…Aug 20, 2020Aug 20, 2020
Boris v Corbyn: a debate trainer’s guide to telling substance from spinIn 10 years of chairing and speaking in public debates and 5 years of training people how to prepare for them, I’ve learnt a few good…Nov 19, 2019Nov 19, 2019
Published inThe HelmWhy authenticity is over-ratedThe conventional wisdom of our time, echoed in blog posts, training seminars, and panel discussions abound, is that authenticity is a…Apr 19, 20191Apr 19, 20191
Published inGreat Debaters ClubDebate briefing: the historical statue warsTwice a month, the Great Debaters Club hosts a public debate on a topical issue dividing public opinion as part of the club’s ‘Debating…May 9, 2018May 9, 2018
Published inGreat Debaters ClubDebate briefing: regulating the internetTwice a month, the Great Debaters Club hosts a public debate on a topical issue dividing public opinion as part of the club’s ‘Debating…Apr 25, 2018Apr 25, 2018
Published inGreat Debaters ClubDebate briefing: are enhanced Stop and Search powers the answer to the rise of violent crime in…Twice a month, the Great Debaters Club hosts a public debate on a topical issue dividing public opinion as part of the club’s ‘Debating…Apr 11, 2018Apr 11, 2018
Published inGreat Debaters ClubDebate briefing: is Russia a strategic enemy of the West?Twice a month, the Great Debaters Club hosts a free public debate on a topical issue dividing public opinion as part of the club’s…Mar 26, 2018Mar 26, 2018
Published inThe Argument ClinicHow to build a strong argument in 3 short steps (and how not to)The ability to make a strong argument is one of the most sought-after skills in the modern British workplace, which isn’t surprising…Mar 22, 2018Mar 22, 2018
Published inThe Argument Clinic6 steps to get the best our of your thought leadership panel debateHere is the situation: you have been asked to organise a panel discussion for a thought leadership conference, even though this isn’t…Mar 21, 2018Mar 21, 2018
