The Neuroscience of Music with Prof Lauren Stewart
What happens in your brain & body when you listen to music? Explore how it shapes our identities and future therapeutic uses. With Q&A.

Discover thought-provoking talks on science, history, folklore, and the arts. Join Liverpool's community of curious minds exploring fascinating ideas from leading experts.
Get tickets for these fascinating, live lectures in Liverpool
What happens in your brain & body when you listen to music? Explore how it shapes our identities and future therapeutic uses. With Q&A.
Discover the fascinating connections between horror films and the human mind, exploring themes of psychoanalysis, gender, and more. With Q&A
Join us while we take a closer look at what happens to the brain while we sleep + the meaning behind our dreams. Followed by Q+A.
Sign up to receive updates about upcoming talks in Liverpool. Be the first to know when new events are announced.
Our talks sell out fast! Subscribe to hear about new events first, grab early bird tickets, and get 20% off your next order. Join 100,000 curious minds already in the know.
Dial in from Liverpool to our online lecture livestreams
We've hosted some brilliant talks in Liverpool covering everything from neuroscience and psychology to art history and cultural studies. Past events have explored fascinating topics like the neuroscience of creativity with Pinar Oztop, the art history of Studio Ghibli with Helen McCarthy, the psychology of Carl Jung with Dr Angela Cotter, and trauma and the body with Dr Megan Klabunde. We've also delved into ADHD and women with Anneka Tomlinson, intergenerational trauma with Jane Mulcahy, fetish and kink with Lori Beth, and mind-body healing. Whether you're based in the city centre, over in Birkenhead or the Wirral, or coming from St Helens or Southport way, there's always something here to spark your curiosity.
We bring in leading experts who are genuinely passionate about making their subjects accessible to everyone - think university professors, clinical psychologists, neuroscientists, and cultural historians who really know their stuff. Previous Liverpool speakers have included Dr Angela Cotter on Jungian psychology, Dr Megan Klabunde on trauma, Pinar Oztop on creativity, Helen McCarthy on Japanese animation, Jane Mulcahy on intergenerational trauma, and Anneka Tomlinson on ADHD. These are top-notch researchers and practitioners who can break down complex ideas in ways that actually make sense.
Tickets typically start from around £15, though prices vary depending on the event and speaker. We reckon learning about science, history, and culture shouldn't cost the earth, so we keep our events affordable. You're getting world-class insights from leading experts without breaking the bank - brilliant value for an evening that could genuinely broaden your horizons.
Yes, drinks are available at most of our Liverpool venues. We want you to feel comfortable and settled before the talk begins. Whether you fancy a pint, a glass of wine, or a soft drink, you'll usually find refreshments on offer. It's a lovely way to chat with other curious folk before diving into fascinating discussions about science, history, and culture.
We've hosted 24 talks and events in Liverpool, welcoming over 5,700 attendees to our lectures and workshops. From discussions on trauma and creativity to explorations of art, mythology, and cultural history, we've built a lovely community of people passionate about learning and discovery. Liverpool's been absolutely wonderful for Seed Talks, and we're chuffed to keep bringing world-class events to Merseyside and the surrounding areas.
Not at all! Our Liverpool talks are for everyone, no matter your background. Whether you're a student, a professional curious about a new subject, or just someone who finds ideas fascinating, you'll feel right at home. Our speakers are brilliant at breaking down complex concepts into engaging, accessible presentations. We've had everyone from complete beginners to seasoned academics attend our events, and there's always something new to learn about the human experience, science, and culture.