Richard Else shows the Cappadocia where hidden valleys are surrounded by the remains of an ancient civilisation. Read more
David Hope-Jones highlights the many ways Scotland learns from its friends in Malawi and benefits from the bilateral relationship. Read more
We organise a programme of c100 public talks and events across Scotland each year: 90 of these form our core programme of Inspiring People talks; our special events include additional talks by high-profile speakers, award presentation events, small-scale talks given in our office, and open days. Tickets for most events can be bought via Eventbrite until noon the day before each talk, or direct from the venue. A limited number of tickets will also be available on the door.
Monthly geography quiz of the Royal Scottish Geographical Society. Eight rounds of eight questions, with prizes on offer. Read more
Geobotanist Tom Dargie tracks environmental change by using vegetation and habitats as an indicator. Read more
Will Grant explores of the phenomenon of the caudillo figure in Latin American politics and the rise of populism. Read more
RSGS Mungo Park Medallist Myrtle Simpson is a Scottish mountain climber and polar explorer, and the tenth woman to receive the Polar Medal. Read more
Canadian cave diver, underwater explorer, writer, photographer, and filmmaker Jill Heinerth shares stories from her expeditions into caves. Read more
Professor Nina Laurie tells the story of two journeys along the Chambira River in Loreto, Peru. Read more
Hazel and Luke Robertson – RSGS Explorers-in-Residence– take the audience on a journey to some of the world’s wildest places. Read more
Lee Craigie discusses the Resolution Race- where four women rode two cargo bikes from Edinburgh to Copenhagen. Read more
Professor Colin Ballantyne discusses how warming in The Arctic is triggering a cascade of environmental effects. Read more
Hermione Cockburn investigates Charles Wyville Thomson and how his pioneering work established how we understand the deep-ocean. Read more