In this series of talks, we explore the psychology of the ‘self’, drawing on perspectives from developmental and evolutionary psychology, Carl Jung and his approach to the psyche, and the latest scientific research into spiritual experiences – to question our most basic assumptions about who we really are, and our place in the world.

A brouchure of the Geek Week events can be found here

"Klaatu barada nikto"…a warning about mankind's self-destructive nature? Christ metaphor? Or simply a sci-fi classic? Bristol Sunset Cinema and The Cosmic Shed podcast are teaming up again for another movie night at At-Bristol Planetarium which will include a special HD screening of The Day The Earth Stood Still. After the film, there will be a special live recording of the Cosmic Shed podcast which looks at science fact, science fiction and everything in between. On the panel of scientific experts will be special guest Bruce Hood, Professor of Development Psychology in Society at Bristol University who will be discussing the psychology of supernatural belief and Francesca Stavrakopoulou, an Oxford University-trained theologian, and current Professor of Hebrew Bible And Ancient Religion at the University of Exeter and head of its Department of Theology and Religion. There will also be an audience Q&A and several surprises. All profits from the night will be going to Age UK. The Cosmic Shed is a podcast recorded in a shed in Bishopston. Hosted by Andrew Glester, along with regular contributors Steve Bullock and Maddy Nichols, it explores science fact, science fiction and everything in between. Guests on the podcast have included Benedict Cumberbatch, The Martian author Andy Weir and Apollo 13 Astronaut Fred Haise. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. No refunds can be given unless the event is cancelled. *Find out more in our Terms & Conditions.

In The Cosmic Shed we talk about films, books, music, theatre, TV, and anything else that catches our curiosity, from rigorously accurate science fact to ridiculously speculative science fiction. 

In this event, we are bringing diverse speakers from Speakezee to talk about mental health issues, the origins of life, how climate change is affecting our oceans to the way researchers study the effects of illegal drugs. There are talks from graduate students, post-doctoral researchers, senior scientists from Bristol and further afield

Pupils, parents and teachers will have the opportunity to ask about the oppotunity to study at university, The event is hosted by Speakezee founder Prof Bruce Hood.