RSA Shorts

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David Brooks on Character in the Selfie Age

23 Nov 2016

New York Times columnist David Brooks argues that meaning and moral value are losing out in a world of ‘me me me’. A witty and powerful look at how we can improve ourselves in the ways that really matter.

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David Graeber on the Value of Work

11 Oct 2016

In this short animation David Graeber investigates the philosophical underpinnings of employment, and calls for a reformulation of what work should be.

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What is Universal Basic Income?

15 Sep 2016

Everyone’s talking about a ‘citizen’s income’ or ‘basic income’, but what on earth is it? Watch this short explainer video for a quick rundown of the basics.

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Cedric Villani on the 7 Ingredients of Creativity

16 Feb 2016

What does it take to come up with a new idea? Award-winning mathematician Cédric Villani reveals the seven key ingredients that come together to create breakthrough moments in human knowledge and innovation.

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RSA Short: George the Poet on Climate Change

29 Sep 2015

What will it take to make us act on climate change? BRIT-nominated wordsmith ‘George the Poet’ issues a compelling call to action in this powerful new poem. Words brought to life via the stunning imagery of illustrator Katie Halil (AKA @WhatKatieDrew)

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Brené Brown on Blame

3 Feb 2015

You are probably a bit of a blamer – most of us are. But why should we give it up? Inspirational thinker Brené Brown considers why we blame others, how it sabotages our relationships, and why we desperately need to move beyond this toxic behaviour.

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John Lloyd on Knowledge

18 Nov 2014

What should we teach our children, and what important information should all adults have at their disposal? Legendary QI producer John Lloyd turns his curiosity to knowledge itself, and questions whether intelligence is really all it’s cracked up to be.

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Matthew Taylor on The Power to Create

24 Sep 2014

The 21st century presents us with huge challenges. How can we empower people to be active participants in creating a world we want to live in? Matthew Taylor, chief executive of the RSA, offers a vision for the future – a world where every individual has the freedom and opportunity to develop their unique capabilities to the full.

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Jody Williams on Activism

27 May 2014

What if you really could change the world? Jody Williams, Nobel Peace Prize winner, firmly believes that each and every one of us can and should contribute to creating a better world. In this empowering RSA Short Jody explains why it is so important to strive to make a difference.

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Dan Pink on Persuasion

28 Apr 2014

Bestselling author Dan Pink shows us how to influence others more effectively; it’s as simple as A-B-C. Whether we’re employees pitching to our bosses, parents and teachers cajoling kids, or politicians presenting new policies, we can all improve the way we persuade others.