Circuit FMLondon
All London roomsRecurringRotating central and west London venuesGood alone
5x15
The fifteen-minute cap means even a dud speaker costs you nothing, and the line-ups are chosen well enough that you book before you recognise all the names.
What it is
Five speakers, fifteen minutes each, no slides, running since 2007 across handsome London venues like Conway Hall and Union Chapel.
When
Several evenings a season, at rotating central and west London venues. Dates on their site.
Where
Rotating central and west London venues
Who it's for
The curious generalist who wants Schama-grade speakers without a conference lanyard.
First time
Book online in advance, events are seated and start on time. The format is strict and nobody overruns, so one evening covers five different worlds.