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6th Edition of Leeds International Festival of Ideas. 6—10 Oct, 2026
LIFI26 First three speakers:
Tim Minchin
Musician, Actor, Writer and Comedian
Dr Mya-Rose Craig
Birder, Race Activist, Environmentalist and Author
Ashley James
Broadcaster and Sunday Times Best-Selling Author
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First Three Names Revealed for LIFI26
Tim Minchin, Ashley James and Dr Mya-Rose Craig lead the first wave for Leeds International Festival of Ideas 2026, at Leeds Playhouse 6 to 10 October.
First Three Names Revealed for LIFI26
Top Takeaways from Chuck D
Renowned Public Enemy frontman Chuck D talks about the influence of hip hop and its place and impact in today's society.
Top Takeaways from Chuck D
Top Takeaways from “Where have all the good men gone?”
So, what does it really mean to be a young man today? Is strength about giving protection or showing vulnerability?
Top Takeaways from “Where have all the good men gone?”
Top Takeaways from Sally Wainwright
Incredibly funny. Inspired by feeling that she was 'disappearing', Sally Wainwright sought her therapy through penning the meaningful BBC drama Riot Women.
Top Takeaways from Sally Wainwright
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