Gresham College Courses

Performing with Toy Pianos - History and Concert Repertoire

Explore the fascinating journey of toy pianos from children's toys to professional concert instruments, featuring performances of diverse compositions and insights into their unique appeal and growing repertoire.

• YouTube
• 59 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Spying for Queen and Country - Tudor Intelligence vs Modern Secret Services

Explore Tudor espionage and modern intelligence with historian Stephen Alford and former MI6 head Sir Richard Dearlove. Discover secret communications, codes, and the legacy of William Cecil in Elizabethan intelligence.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 10 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Logarithms: Applications in Mobile Technology, Pandemic Modeling, and Social Networks

Explore logarithms' relevance in modern life, from pandemic modeling to information theory and social networks. Discover their history and applications in this insightful lecture by Professor Oliver Johnson.

• YouTube
• 53 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Race, Disability and Education - Law's Uphill Battle

Explores the historical impact of discriminatory policies on Black, minority, and disabled children in English education, examining persistent inequalities and potential solutions.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 11 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Next Fifty Years of Tech

Explore the future of technology over the next 50 years, examining AI, extended reality, quantum computing, and more. Learn how these advancements may converge and impact various aspects of our lives.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 4 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Health Effects of Extreme Weather Events - Cold, Heat, Storms, and Floods

Explore health impacts of extreme weather events and countermeasures. Sir Chris Whitty discusses cold, heat, storms, floods, climate change, and population aging, offering insights on mitigating risks and protecting vulnerable groups.

• YouTube
• 55 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Asymmetric Information in Finance Explained

Explore how unequal information in financial transactions impacts decision-making, market dynamics, and outcomes. Discover strategies to navigate asymmetry and its surprising effects on various sectors.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 3 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

A Just and Inclusive Net Zero - Who Should Get There First?

Explores the complexities of achieving global net zero emissions, addressing fairness, historical responsibility, and potential impacts on developing countries. Discusses strategies for equitable implementation.

• YouTube
• 1 hour
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Is Music Infinite? Exploring the Limits and Possibilities of Musical Creation

Explore the boundaries of musical possibilities, from historical cataloging efforts to contemporary attempts at exhausting melodic combinations, while examining the potential limits of musical perception and creativity.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 8 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

First Light - Revealing the Early Universe Through Cosmic Microwave Background

Explore the early Universe through cosmic microwave background radiation, its implications for the Big Bang theory, and current challenges in understanding cosmic expansion rates.

• YouTube
• 1 hour
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Evolution Tomorrow and Beyond - The Future of Species and Human Impact

Explore the future of evolution, from climate change impacts to gene editing and space colonization, with insights on potential species development and evolutionary risks.

• YouTube
• 1 hour
• On-Demand
• Free Video

How to Prove 1 = 0 and Other Mathematical Illusions

Explore mathematical illusions and logical fallacies in proofs, uncovering common mistakes and their implications. Learn to spot errors and understand the importance of rigorous mathematical reasoning.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 4 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Experts in Politics - Lessons from Socrates and Aristotle

Explore ancient wisdom on expertise in politics, examining Socrates' and Aristotle's insights on expert credibility, public debate, and the role of expertise in democracy.

• YouTube
• 58 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

What is Modern Paganism?

Explore modern Paganism's traditions, unique aspects, and relationship to ancient practices. Gain insights into its commonalities, differences from other religions, and relevance in today's world.

• YouTube
• 45 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

A Mirror in the Sky - The Hubble Space Telescope and Its Impact on Astronomy

Explore the Hubble Space Telescope's impact on astronomy, from its challenging beginnings to revolutionary discoveries about stars and the distant Universe.

• YouTube
• 44 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video