The Hampton School Talk! series offers a superb opportunity to hear from distinguished speakers from all walks of life. The annual programme of talks aims to enlighten and entertain whilst broadening the horizons of all who attend.
Hamptonians, partner schools, parents and members of the public are welcome to attend most Talk! events.
Autumn term 2026
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Uncovering the Forces Driving the Global Economy
Thursday 25 September |
Jim Reid OH (1992) is one of global finance’s most respected analysts. Now Head of Global Macro Research at Deutsche Bank, Jim’s insights shape decisions across markets. A sought-after media commentator, Jim blends economic history with sharp market analysis to make sense of the world today and the outlook for the future. |
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Inside the World of AI Avatars
Thursday 27 November |
Kyle is a London-based filmmaker and content producer across film, TV and digital media. He is an AI avatar expert at Synthesia, one of the UK’s leading AI video communications platform. Hear from Kyle about how AI video companies create compelling content without losing the human element. Book your place here. |
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Elizabeth I: History and Hindsight
Thursday 2 December |
Helen is a leading British Historian of the medieval and Tudor period, a Fellow of the Royal Society of Literature and an Honorary Fellow of Sidney Sussex College, Cambridge. She is also a BBC broadcaster and author. Hear from Helen about the fascinating reign of one of History’s most enigmatic figures, Elizabeth I. Book your place here. |
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An Evening with Dara Ó Briain
Thursday 11 December |
We’re thrilled to welcome Dara Ó Briain for a one-night-only performance in the Hammond Theatre. In the midst of his acclaimed Re:Creation tour, Dara beings his razor-sharp, stand-up comedy to our stage in support of the Fitzwygram Foundation charity, which funds Free Places at Hampton. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to see one of the country’s finest comedians live. Booking opens on Monday 3 November 2025. |
Previous speakers have included:
- Christina Lamb
Chief foreign correspondent for The Sunday Times - Lord Chris Patten
Former Chairman of the Conservative Party, and the 28th and last Governor of Hong Kong - Rugby Special with Louis Lynagh OH (2019) and Michael Lynagh, AM
Former Australian Rugby Captain and now a renowned sports commentator and businessman - Sir John Curtice
Leading expert in electoral behaviour - Fraser Nelson
Editor, The Spectator - David Lammy MP
Shadow Foreign Secretary - Professor Nick Lane
Best-selling author and professor of evolutionary biochemistry at University College London - David Jones
Leading sports anchor and host of Sky Sports’ Super Sunday and Monday Night Football - Tim Marshall
British journalist, broadcaster and bestselling author of books including Prisoners of Geography and Divided: Why We’re Living In An Age Of Walls - Sarah Campbell
BBC Royal Correspondent - Harry Cole
Political editor of The Sun
