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SUMMARY:An Evening with Professor Alice Roberts
DESCRIPTION:AN EVENING WITH PROFESSOR ALICE ROBERTS\nDOMINATION – THE RISE AND FALL OF AN EMPIRE \nJoin Professor Alice Roberts as she takes us on an investigative journey to establish who spread Christianity\, how and why; the story of the fall of an Empire – and the rise of another. \nCelebrating the publication of her new book\, Domination\, the narrative will lead audiences from a secluded valley in South Wales to the shores of Brittany; from the heart of the Roman Empire in a time of political turmoil to the ancient city of Corinth in the footsteps of the apostle Paul; from Alexandria in the fourth century to Constantinople. \nAs the Roman Empire crumbled in Western Europe\, a shadow of power remained\, almost perfectly mapping onto its disappearing territories. And then\, it continued to spread. Unearthing the archaeological clues and challenging long-established histories\, Professor Roberts tells a remarkable story about the relationship between the Roman Empire and Christianity. \nLifting the veil on secrets that have been hidden in plain sight\, this story is nothing short of astonishing. \nDomination is a page-turning exploration of power and its survival\, and now you have the opportunity to hear more from the author in this exciting evening with Professor Alice Roberts.
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SUMMARY:William Dalrymple – How Ancient India Transformed the World
DESCRIPTION:The historian and co-host of the chart-topping podcast Empire\, William Dalrymple\, shares the rarely told story of India’s role as a cultural and scientific superpower of the ancient world. \nOne of Britain’s greatest living historians\, William Dalrymple is known across the globe for his ability to bring the extraordinary history of the Indian subcontinent to life\, whether through award-winning\, bestselling books like Return of a King and The Anarchy\, or his chart-topping podcast\, Empire. \nNow he joins us to tell the story of how\, from 250BC to 1200AD\, India transformed the world: exporting religion\, art\, science\, medicine\, and language along a Golden Road that stretched from the Red Sea to the Pacific\, creating a vast and profoundly important empire of ideas. \nLike ancient Greece\, ancient India came up with a set of profound answers to the big questions about what the world is\, how it operates\, why we are here and how we should live our lives. Out of India came holy men\, monks and missionaries as well as pioneering merchants and artists\, astronomers\, healers\, and scientists. Indian ideas crossed political borders and influenced everything they touched\, from the statues in Roman seaports to the Buddhism of Japan\, the poetry of China to the mathematics of Baghdad.\nDon’t miss this chance to hear the story of how India became the great intellectual and philosophical superpower of ancient Asia.
URL:https://blog.alandotchin.com/event/william-dalrymple-how-ancient-india-transformed-the-world/
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SUMMARY:Chris Hadfield: A Journey into the Cosmos
DESCRIPTION:Join Colonel Chris Hadfield – acclaimed astronaut\, test pilot\, spacewalker\, spaceship commander\, and best-selling author – for a captivating journey into the majesty of our planet and the vast universe beyond. In this visually stunning event\, Chris will present never-before-seen space imagery of Earth\, the Moon\, Mars\, and more\, in an awe-inspiring exploration of discovery. \nDrawing from his three spaceflights\, Chris will share gripping personal stories\, moments of joy and great danger\, insights into cutting-edge space technologies\, and his unique perspective on where we are in human history. Along the way\, you’ll have the chance to engage with Chris directly\, ask your own questions\, and even enjoy a live music performance. \nDon’t miss this rare opportunity to be inspired by one of the world’s most remarkable explorers. \nAdd a Meet and Greet Experience\nThe Meet and Greet experience will include: an intimate 30 minute pre-show chat with Chris Hadfield\, a copy of his most recent novel ‘The Defector’ (RRP £9.99)\, a personal dedication in your copy of the book and a selfie with Chris. Exact timings to be communicated the week before the show. \nAdd-on Meet and Greet tickets are available here. Please note\, the Meet & Greet ticket is an add-on only and must be purchased in addition to an event ticket. 
URL:https://blog.alandotchin.com/event/chris-hadfield-a-journey-into-the-cosmos/
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SUMMARY:John Simpson: The Leaders & Lunatics Tour
DESCRIPTION:After a sell-out tour in 2024\, legendary journalist and broadcaster John Simpson CBE is returning to the stage for an exclusive evening packed with unparalleled insights from one of the most distinguished foreign correspondents of our time. \nWith decades of first-hand encounters and personal dealings\, John will explore the enigmatic personas of global figures such as Putin\, Xi Jinping\, bin-Laden and Thatcher. \nJohn will navigate the intricate web of international relations\, delving into the complexities of our global issues – from conflicts\, war and famines\, to world economies and climate change. \nWhat links Mandela and Princess Diana? Or Zelenskiy and Mugabe? John will reveal the common threads linking these figures\, and offer a unique perspective on the impact they’ve had on world affairs. \nAs a household name who has covered almost every major event in the world from the 1960’s to present day\, you will have an opportunity to ask John your questions – what were these leaders and lunatics really like\, and what on earth is going on? Don’t miss John for an evening that promises to entertain\, enlighten\, and inspire with his fearless journalism and captivating storytelling.
URL:https://blog.alandotchin.com/event/john-simpson-the-leaders-lunatics-tour/
LOCATION:Tyne Theatre & opera\, Newcastle Upon Tyne\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Ben Fogle: Wild
DESCRIPTION:“Adventures\, expeditions\, and journeys have helped shape and mould me. They have strengthened me emotionally\, physically\, and mentally and armed me with the skills for life.”  Ben Fogle \nBen Fogle’s theatre show WILD brings to life on stage\, stories and tales of hope\, possibility\, and positivity. From his extraordinary encounters with the human and natural world; the wilderness of Northern Sweden to the jungles of Honduras; the hostile extreme environments of Chernobyl to the mountains of Nepal;  Ben will take you on a journey with inspiring and uplifting tales of self-discovery\, that will leave you enchanted\, enlightened\, and entertained. \nIn this brand-new show full of hope\, simplicity\, and harmony\, WILD is a hair-raising\, uplifting and wildly entertaining show that tells the extraordinary true stories of Ben’s amazing encounters with people and animals\, and how they changed his life… and the discovery of helping you find your Ocean of Possibility. \nInformation\n“Adventures\, expeditions\, and journeys have helped shape and mould me. They have strengthened me emotionally\, physically\, and  mentally and armed me with the skills for life.” Ben Fogle Ben Fogle’s theatre show WILD brings to life on stage\, stories and tales of hope\, \npossibility\, and positivity. From his extraordinary encounters with the human and natural world; the wilderness of Northern Sweden to the jungles of Honduras; the hostile extreme environments of Chernobyl to the mountains of Nepal; Ben will take you on a journey with  inspiring and uplifting tales of self-discovery\, that will leave you enchanted\, enlightened\, and entertained. \nIn this brand-new show full of hope\, simplicity\, and harmony\, WILD is a hair-raising\, uplifting and wildly entertaining show that tells the extraordinary true stories of Ben’s amazing encounters with people and animals\, and how they changed his life… and the discovery of helping you find your Ocean of Possibility.  \nWILD is coming to a venue near you in 2025.
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SUMMARY:Emily Chappell’s Epic Tales of Cycling Adventure
DESCRIPTION:The inspirational adventurer and endurance cyclist Emily Chappell shares stories from her epic travels and remarkable life story. \nEmily Chappell was not sporty at school\, but when she reached her mid-20s\, she began to make up for lost time. First\, she gave up her office job to become a London cycle courier. Then\, in 2016\, she cycled 4000km in 13 days\, from Belgium to Turkey\, to become the first woman home in The Transcontinental race. Her account of the experience\, ‘Where There’s a Will’\, part-travelogue\, part-open-hearted memoir\, was nominated at the 2020 Daily Telegraph Sports Books of the Year awards. \nEmily has also completed many other long-distance cycling trips (Anchorage to Seattle in midwinter temperatures going down to minus 25; Wales to Japan; across Iceland) and we are delighted to welcome her to discuss her epic adventures and all matters arising\, in an evening of evocative and inspiring conversation with former Procycling magazine writer\, Duncan Steer. An evening for adventurers\, armchair adventurers and anyone interested in exactly how someone can so drastically change their path through life. \nThere will be a chance to ask your own questions. \nPresented with Radio Days. \nTicket Prices: £14\, £11 concession. \nbooking fee applies online.
URL:https://blog.alandotchin.com/event/emily-chappells-epic-tales-of-cycling-adventure/
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SUMMARY:Defence Lecture: Defending the UK in unprecedented times by General Sir Patrick Sanders
DESCRIPTION:General Sir Patrick Sanders KCB CBE DSO\, former Chief of the General Staff \nDate/Time: Thursday 13 February 2025\, 5.30pm \nVenue: Curtis Auditorium\, Herschel Building\, Newcastle University \n\n\n\n\nAll our events remain free and open to all\, but pre-booking is required. Bookings for this lecture will open at 10.00am on 6 February. \nTo reserve your place click the booking link below or telephone our booking voicemail line 0191 208 6136.\n\n\n\n\nHeads of the military and of the intelligence agencies agree that 2025 is a year of unusually serious and multilayered challenges. How the country chooses to deal with them – with low economic growth and with urgent demands on public spending elsewhere – is yet another. \nBiography \nBorn in Tidworth Garrison military hospital and raised in Norway\, Gibraltar and Iraq\, General Sir Patrick Sanders was commissioned in 1986 and spent his early service as an Infantry Officer in The Royal Green Jackets in Germany\, Norway and the UK. He has commanded on operations in Northern Ireland\, Kosovo\, Bosnia\, Iraq and Afghanistan. \nHis staff appointments have been in operational and strategic roles. He has been a member of the Directing Staff at the Joint Staff College\, Pol/Mil adviser for the Commander of Coalition Forces in Iraq in 2003-4\, Colonel Army Strategy\, Chief of Defence Staff’s Liaison Officer to the US Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff\, and Assistant Chief of Defence Staff (Operations) in the MOD. \nHis higher command appointments were 20 Armoured Brigade\, the 3rd (UK) Division and the Field Army. He was promoted to General in May 2019 and commanded UK Strategic Command until May 2022. He became Chief of the General Staff in June 2022. \nRead More
URL:https://blog.alandotchin.com/event/defence-lecture-defending-the-uk-in-unprecedented-times-by-general-sir-patrick-sanders/
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