The Bristol Distinguished Address Series (BDAS)
Unique perspectives and insights from change makers, activists, entrepreneurs and people who have achieved amazing things in Bristol and beyond.
We’re delighted to share that recordings from our Spring 2026 season are now available as videos and podcasts.
We hope you enjoy revisiting the discussions and encourage you to check back soon for details on our Autumn 2026 series.
Highlights from previous Bristol Distinguished Address Series
How to create a forest
Outlining a vision for England’s new national forest – our panel explores benefits for communities, wildlife and businesses in Bristol.
Waste to Worth: The Power of Repair, Sharing and Reuse in Bristol
Exploring how circular economy practices such as repair, sharing, reuse, and composting can help Bristol's communities.
Finding Sanctuary in Music: Inside the work of Dovetail Orchestra
Dr Jonathan James, Dovetail Orchestra's artistic director, leads a conversation and practical exploration of sanctuary through sound.
From Evolution to Activism
Highlights from our LGBT+ History Month panel exploring how ideas of what is "natural" have been constructed, challenged and reclaimed to drive social change.
Between Digital and Physical Worlds: artists reimaging reality
Verity and a panel of artists discover how immersive art, from VR to AR, is breaking boundaries and reimagining storytelling.
Navigating change: leadership, creativity, and the future of publishing
Explore how technology, leadership and policy are transforming the creative industries in this conversation with Stephen Page, former CEO of Faber & Faber.
Thriving While Leading: Global Majority voices from health and care
A BDAS panel on inclusive care systems, featuring voices from policy, community, and lived experience in health and social care.
From Ground to Orbit: building the South West space economy
Exploring how the South West can become a leader in innovation, sustainability and economic growth through space-enabled technologies.
Reimagining Our Rivers
BDAS x Festival of Nature 2025, exploring the year's theme of 'Water'.
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