Physics: Its Birth in Greek Ionia This lecture discusses the pioneering physical theories of Thales, Anaximander, Anaximenes, Anaxagoras and Democritus.
The Carry Trade and Uncovered Interest Rate Parity Basic economic theory tells us that borrowing money in a...
Gresham and Defoe (underwriters): The Origins of London Marine Insurance This lecture explores the astonishing history of marine insurance underwriting...
Christopher Wren’s Medical Discoveries: the ‘Architect of Human Anatomy’ ** Please note that this lecture will contain several mentions...
Portraits of Queen Elizabeth II: The Artists’ Challenges Scores of painters and photographers over the last seventy years...
The face of Charles Dickens - portraits of the great author Charles Dickens was drawn, painted and photographed more than most...
Leadership at a Time of Transition and Turbulence - A conversation with Peter Sutherland KCMG Professor Costa conducts a conversation/discussion with Peter Sutherland, Chairman of...