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In Conversation

In conversation with Greg Jackson

10 Dec 2025 Lucy Siegle
For Greg Jackson, Founder and CEO of Octopus, the energy transition feels so close he can almost touch it. The iconoclast entrepreneur invited the RSA into Octopus HQ in central London for an interview with writer and broadcaster Lucy Siegle. Their conversation spanned the power of electrification, UK energy chaos, why populists have a point on bills, and how to deal with oil executives planning for Armageddon.
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In conversation with Afua Hirsch

23 Sep 2025 Leah Clarkson
Writer, broadcaster and best-selling author Afua Hirsch speaks with RSA Journal Editor Leah Clarkson about assimilation and experience, the enduring power of race in shaping British identity, and why confronting uncomfortable history is key to meaningful inclusion.
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In conversation with Justine Greening

9 Jul 2025
Former Education Secretary Justine Greening talks with the RSA’s Andy Haldane about the erosion of opportunity across Britain, the crucial role of businesses in driving social mobility and growth – and their shared experience of ‘Yorkshire grit’
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In conversation with Sir John Curtice

26 Mar 2025 Andy Haldane
Polling guru Professor Sir John Curtice talks to RSA CEO Andy Haldane about the growing crisis of trust in politics and the shifting dynamics of voter behaviour.
In Conversation

In conversation with Lord John Bird

6 Dec 2024 Andy Haldane
Lord John Bird, founder of The Big Issue, artist, novelist, raconteur and social entrepreneur, talks with RSA Chief Executive Andy Haldane about his journey from privation to peerage – and what it will take to end poverty once and for all.
In Conversation

In conversation with Hannah Jones

18 Sep 2024 Amy Meek
Sustainability trailblazer and Earthshot Prize CEO Hannah Jones talks with environmental campaigner Amy Meek FRSA about the urgent need for a global innovation movement and an optimistic attitude.
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In conversation with Eoin O’Malley

25 Jun 2024 Andy Haldane
Over a decade on from their genesis, one of the architects of Ireland's original citizens’ assemblies speaks with Andy Haldane about the lessons learnt.
In Conversation

In conversation with Anab Jain

11 Mar 2024 Andy Haldane
Futurist Anab Jain speaks to Andy Haldane about using art and storytelling to build better tomorrows — and how the RSA might play a pivotal role.
In Conversation

In conversation with Syima Aslam

29 Nov 2023 Andy Haldane
Self-confessed ‘insane geek’ Syima Aslam speaks to Andy Haldane about how cultural activity can build stronger communities and drive economic growth
In Conversation

In conversation with Christiana Figueres

4 Sep 2023 Andy Haldane
International leader on global climate change Christiana Figueres speaks to Andy Haldane about how outrage helps fuel her optimism for the future of our planet – and the significance of a little golden toad.
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