Robert Elms: LIVE! Why We Go Out

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Join award winning broadcaster and all round legend Robert Elms as he discusses his latest book " Live! Why We Go out"In 1972, when Robert Elms was 13 years old, he saw the Jackson Five play live. At some point during the performance, he describes experiencing three minutes of "divine delirium" - where he found … Continue reading "Robert Elms: LIVE! Why We Go Out"

A celebration of Ian Nairn with Travis Elborough

The Wanstead Tap Ltd 352 Winchelsea Road, London, England, United Kingdom

Join award winning cultural historian Travis Elborough as he celebrates the life of Ian Nairn and his Modern Buildings in London'Without any doubt, London is one of the best cities in the world for modern architecture. But it is also one of the biggest cities in the world, and it does not make a display … Continue reading "A celebration of Ian Nairn with Travis Elborough"

Matt Tiller: Jack Leslie The Lion Who Never Roared

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Join author Matt Tiller as he discusses his latest book on Jack Leslie: the star robbed of England glory"Moving, sad and uplifting. Everyone should know the legend of Jack Leslie." --Matt Barlow, Daily Mail"Inspiring and important. An extraordinary life story." --Viv Anderson MBE"An evocative and gripping portrait of a remarkable football pioneer." --Debbie Hewitt, Chair … Continue reading "Matt Tiller: Jack Leslie The Lion Who Never Roared"

John Crace: Depraved New World

Wanstead Library 18 Spratt Hall Road, Wanstead, England

Join acclaimed and award winning journalist John Crace as he discuses his latest book : Depraved New World.We welcome back the genius that is John Crace for his annual appearance digesting the chaos of the last Parliamentary year with his brilliant new book Depraved New World.O brave new world, that has such people in't. Or … Continue reading "John Crace: Depraved New World"

The Tap Into Podcast Live presents John Rogers

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What on Earth is psychogeogrpahy?Join us as we chat to writer, walker and urban geographer John Rogers as we discuss his latest book, The New London, as well as more about the man, the myth and get to the bottom of just what is psychogeography.This will be the first of the brand new Tap Into … Continue reading "The Tap Into Podcast Live presents John Rogers"

Slady (Unplugged)

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Join the Worlds only all female Slade tribute band for a very special nightThe world's only all female tribute act to legendary 1970's Glam Rock group Slade.Slady have been packing … Continue reading "Slady (Unplugged)"

Max Décharné: Teddy Boys Post War Britain and the First Youth Revolution

The Wanstead Tap Ltd 352 Winchelsea Road, London, England, United Kingdom

Max Décharné & Travis Elborough in conversationWith their draped suits, suede creepers and immaculately greased hair, the Teddy Boys defined a new era for a generation of teenagers raised on a diet of drab clothes, Blitz playgrounds and tinned dinners.From the Edwardian origins of their fashion to the tabloid fears of delinquency, drunkenness and disorder, … Continue reading "Max Décharné: Teddy Boys Post War Britain and the First Youth Revolution"

The Tap Into Live Podcast Presents: The Carry On Girls

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Join us for a celebration of the Carry On Films and the women who made them so special with comedy historians Robert Ross and Gemma Ross.Join authors and comedy historians Gemma Ross & Robert Ross as they discuss their brilliant new book, "The Carry on Girls".Whether it is the seaside postcard bubbly blondes of Barbara … Continue reading "The Tap Into Live Podcast Presents: The Carry On Girls"

The Liverbirds: Mary McGlory & Sylvia Saunders in conversation

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Join acclaimed music writer Lucy O'Brien with Mary McGlory and Syvia Saunders for the amazing story of the Liverbirds.In the early '60s, four friends from Liverpool formed a band. But this is not the 'fab four' story we know.Mary, Sylvia, Valerie and Pamela - also known as The Liverbirds - were one of the world's … Continue reading "The Liverbirds: Mary McGlory & Sylvia Saunders in conversation"

Sorry For The Inconvenience: Lynne Jones in Conversation

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Sorry For The Inconvenience But This is An Emergency. The Non Violent Struggle for The Earths FutureAn insider’s candid account of our new era of mass protest, calling passionately for action against existential threats.As floods and fires rage across the planet, ever more people are embracing nonviolent action to achieve political change. Can it work?Doctor … Continue reading "Sorry For The Inconvenience: Lynne Jones in Conversation"

Ladies Who London LIVE! Podcast Record

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Join The Ladies Who London for a very special LIVE podcast record with Leo Hollis as they unearth the true story of Mary DaviesLadies Who London PodcastJoin ladies about town, Blue Badge Tourist Guides and history nerds Alex and Fiona for a relaxed gossip about London’s past and present.This is how it works: we pick … Continue reading "Ladies Who London LIVE! Podcast Record"