11am, Monday 25th of November, Virtual via the Members Network
Come and meet some of our newest members in a virtual coffee meetup.
*If you are a Trouble member and you have not visited our Members Area before, you will need to create a new account and request access.
7:00pm, Thursday 28th of November, The Ministry
Presenting legend turned political heavyweight - the fabulous Carol Vorderman is coming to Trouble to discuss the tumult of the last few years and her fixes for our broken nation, as laid out in her brilliant new book, Now What?
7:00pm, Friday 29th of November, Manahatta Deansgate
Wine, food and the biggest news stories of the week. Join us for our Friday Night News Roundup - this time in the bustling city of Manchester!
7:00pm, Tuesday 3rd of December, The Hearth
Join us for a captivating interview with award-winning journliast, Lucy Ash, as she delves into the powerful role of the Russian Orthodox Church in modern-day politics and its influence under Vladimir Putin.
11am, Sunday 8th of December, Chesham HP5 1DH
Join fellow Trouble members for a walk from Chesham tube station through a well-known walk, known as the Pednor Loop, which is around 6 miles circular.
*If you are a Trouble member and you have not visited our Members Area before, you will need to create a new account and request access.
7:00pm, Tuesday 17th of December, Ladbroke Hall
Elif Shafak is one of the greatest authors alive. She has published 21 books throughout her career and she'll join us at Trouble to discuss her latest Top Five Sunday Times Bestseller, There are Rivers in the Sky.
7:00pm, Thursday 19th of December, Little Orange Door
Get ready to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year at The Trouble Club’s Christmas Party! Join us for a festive evening filled with holiday cheer, delicious food, and plenty of fun.
7:00pm, Thursday 9th of January, Virtual
From Roxane Gay, the New York Times bestselling author of Bad Feminist, a memoir in weight about eating healthier, finding a tolerable form of exercise, and exploring what it means to learn, in the middle of your life, how to take care of yourself and how to feed your hunger.
11am, Saturday 11th of January, Guillam Coffee House
In a relaxed, cozy setting, we’ll dive into key issues shaping today’s world, from policy changes to social movements.
*If you are a Trouble member and you have not visited our Members Area before, you will need to create a new account and request access.
11am, Monday 13th of January, Virtual via the Members Network
Come and meet some of our newest members in a virtual coffee meetup.
*If you are a Trouble member and you have not visited our Members Area before, you will need to create a new account and request access.
7:00pm, Tuesday 14th of January, The Hearth
Whether you're striving for personal or professional achievements, or simply seeking a moment to recharge, this evening promises to leave you feeling inspired and ready to embrace the possibilities of the year ahead - while also creating the opportunity to meet fellow Trouble members!
7:00pm, Friday 24th of January, The Hearth
The cold and damp season is upon us meaning renters will dwell in mould-infested flats across London with uninterested landlords who wrote the book on ghosting (unless it's pay day of course). Technically though, these are the lucky ones, as many struggle to find a place to rent at all.
6.30pm, Thursday 30th of January, Conduit Covent Garden
Diane Abbott is a history-maker. We are incredibly honoured to be welcoming Diane, the mother of the House (the longest uninterrupted female MP) to The Trouble Club to discuss her outstanding life of service.
2:00pm, Saturday 15th of February, Manchester Central Exchange Auditorium
At Trouble we've been devouring Caitlin’s books and articles for years and it's about time she graced the Trouble stage. Our second speaker of the day is the incredible Lois Shearing who will join us to discuss the significant roles women are starting to play in far-right movements.
7:00pm, Wednesday 5th of March, Century Club
One of our most requested speakers, Caroline Lucas, is coming to Trouble! For 14 years Caroline was the sole Green Party MP. Now, she’s reclaiming Englishness from the far-right.
Saturday 19th of April to Saturday 26th of April 2025, Sicily
A chance to get together to experience a wonderful cultural and active holiday in the historic island of Sicily. Sometimes we all need some ‘ bon viveur ‘ time - a time away to be truly looked after, a time to completely switch off, a time to enjoy great food and great wine.
7:00pm, Thursday 21st of November, Ladbroke Hall
"I want you to imagine that you've been beaten in a deliberate, deadly attack... That was me in 1991, left for dead. Broken and bruised.... Now I stand here disowned by my family without fear, without hatred or anger. Healed. I'm Nina Aouilk."
7:00pm, Tuesday 19th of November, Kindred Hammersmith
Who among us freely admits to the levels of financial support they receive from their parents? It’s time we talk about the bank of Mum and Dad or Inheritocracy as Dr Eliza Filby terms it.
11.00am, Saturday 16th of November, BFI Cafe, Southbank
Join us for a relaxed and friendly coffee morning, the perfect opportunity to mingle with new members and connect with familiar ones! Enjoy freshly brewed coffee, delicious treats, and casual conversation in a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Whether you're looking to expand your network or simply catch up with friends, this laid-back gathering is the perfect way to start your day!
11am, Saturday 16th of November, Manchester Art Gallery
Art galleries are wonderful and inspiring places, but to get the very best out of your experience, you need a proper guided tour. Join your fellow Trouble members on a private tour of Manchester Art Gallery.
7:00pm, Wednesday 13th of November, London
With its risqué humour, vibrant battle of the sexes, and themes of war and peace, Lysistrata remains as daring and thought-provoking today as it would have been for its original audience in Classical Athens.
7:00pm, Tuesday 12th of November, The London EDITION
Dr Tara is passionate about disseminating simple, pragmatic neuroscience-based messages that change the way people live and work. She'll join us at Trouble to discuss her phenomenal career, practical steps we can all take to make our brains work vastly better, the scientists that inspired her to enter the field and the women who have mentored her along the way.
7:00pm, Thursday 7th of November, Dartmouth House
Tortoise reporter Claudia Williams, news editor Jess Winch and digital storytelling editor Katie Riley will be joining us to breakdown the results - whatever happens, join us to unpack one of the biggest elections of 2024.
7:00pm, Thursday 31st of October, AllBright
Join us as we explore the many facets of grief—how it changes us, shapes our relationships, and ultimately helps us find a new path forward.
7:00pm, Tuesday 29th of October, The London EDITION
Martha will join us at Trouble to discuss her outstanding career, why she's climbing mountains to raise funds for those who've suffered major trauma and the women in her life who have personally and professionally inspired, mentored and supported her along the way.
7:00pm, Wednesday 23rd of October, South Lanes Studios Brighton
A chance to meet Trouble members and dive deep into a brilliant book over food and nibbles. The book in question? The instant Sunday Times Bestseller, Good Material by Dolly Alderton.
7:00pm, Wednesday 16th of October, AllBright
Join us as we sit down with renowned sex and relationship therapist Charlene Douglas for an intimate evening dedicated to helping you connect more, communicate better, and love more deeply.
1:00pm, Tuesday 15th of October, Dukes 92 Manchester M3 4LZ
P.S I Love You - Where Rainbows End - If You Could See Me Now - These are just a few of Cecelia Ahern's brilliant titles. We are incredibly excited that Cecelia will be joining us for a lunchtime book club, in Manchester to discuss her latest book Into the Storm.
7:00pm, Thursday 10th of October, Stockport
Welcome to the Trouble Triple - join us for a fascinating dinner party where we’ll discuss three completely different, but truly thought-provoking topics. The dinner will be lead and moderated by one of the Trouble team, but we want to know your thoughts. Come along with your ideas, questions and comments at the ready.
7:00pm, Wednesday 2nd of October, The Hearth
Pentecostalism is more than just a faith—it's a global phenomenon. With 600 million followers and growing rapidly, it’s projected that by 2050, one in ten people worldwide will identify with this dynamic Christian movement. Rooted in the Holy Spirit, Pentecostalism promises not just spiritual fulfillment, but success in every aspect of life—mind, body, spirit, and wallet.
7:00pm, Thursday 26th of September, The Dally Islington
Always a good laugh, the evening will offer a curiously insightful gaze into today's pop-culture landscape and the meaning of celebrity in 2024. Expect the same sharp insights, hilarious anecdotes, and honest opinions that make Straight Up a must-listen.
7:00pm, Wednesday 25th of September, The Ministry
Get ready for an unforgettable night as we welcome the acclaimed author, director, and television presenter Dawn O'Porter for an exclusive evening of conversation, storytelling, and inspiration.
7:00pm, Tuesday 24th of September, AllBright
In her two decades researching organisations, Michelle King has discovered that people who succeed possess a particularly unique skill: They know how workplaces work. More specifically, to get ahead, they do not rely on the often generic and outdated written formal rules that for a century have defined the workplace.
7:00pm, Wednesday 18th of September, AllBright
Having a large and deep professional network will help you to be more visible, build credibility and open up opportunities. It is vital business skill that’s not taught. The world seems to be divided into those who can are instinctively good at this and those who are not. But it is like every other soft skill – it takes practice!
7:00pm, Thursday 5th of September, x+why 100 Embankment Manchester
We're delighted that former Leader of the Green Party, Baroness Natalie Bennett will be joining us once again to discuss the future of climate policies.
7:00pm, Tuesday 3rd of September, The London EDITION
Our first guest is renowned art curator and historian, Aindrea Emelife. She is currently a Curator of Modern and Contemporary at MOWAA (Museum of West African Art,) and the curator of the Nigeria Pavilion at this years Venice Biennale.
7:00pm, Thursday 29th of August, Century Club
Deep breaths: it’s time to talk money! For so long, women have been encouraged to save rather than invest, and to play small, whilst men are encouraged to risk it all. It’s high time we change the narrative and who better to educate us all on the opportunities money can bring and how to play the game than Financial Adviser, Bola Sol?
7:00pm, Tuesday 27th of August, The Groucho
In November 2021, Ghislaine Maxwell was convicted of five counts of sex-trafficking of minors, and now faces 55 years in prison for the role she played in Jeffrey Epstein’s abuse of four girls. Join us to hear her blistering critique of a criminal justice system ill-equipped to deliver justice for abuse survivors, no matter the outcome.
7:00pm, Wednesday 21st of August, The Hearth
Join us for this one-hour coaching session with EmpowerHer Life Coach, Ginet Esprit, designed to equip women with essential tools and strategies to conquer self-limiting thoughts, overcome fear, and break through the barriers that have left them feeling stuck.
7:00pm, Thursday 15th of August, Brixton
Welcome to the Trouble Triple - join us for a fascinating dinner party where we’ll discuss three completely different, but truly thought-provoking topics. The dinner will be lead and moderated by one of the Trouble team, but we want to know your thoughts. Come along with your ideas, questions and comments at the ready.
7:00pm, Tuesday 13th of August, Century Club
Keily will join us at Trouble to discuss her journey to CEO, the rapid growth of the platform, prejudice and safeguarding challenges around adult content and how the rise of tech and artificial intelligence will affect the industry.
6:30pm, Thursday 8th of August, The Conduit
For too long, Africa’s history has been dominated by western narratives of slavery and colonialism, or simply ignored. Join us as we sit down with SOAS University President, Zeinab Badawi, to set the record straight.
9.00am, Wednesday 31st of July, Arboretum Charing Cross
Our second Trouble coworking day is live on the schedule. Working at home can get a bit lonely and de-motivating sometimes. Join us for a Trouble coworking day where we’ll connect and maybe even get some work done.
7:00pm, Wednesday 24th of July, AllBright Mayfair
Join us as we meet Olivia to discuss her latest book, her phenomenal articles (which cover everything from Bridgerton sex scenes to Paul Mescal's shorts) and the celebrities that we love to loathe.
7:00pm, Monday 22nd of July, The Groucho Club
Rosie is best known to her >300k followers for her viral internet ‘interviews’ on Twitter in character as a hapless, desperately loyal Conservative MP. Join us for a night of laughter and tears as we look back at many years of Tory leadership with their greatest troll.
7:00pm, Thursday 18th of July, AllBright
From the iconic Absolutely Fabulous, to Bottom, Happy Families, Naked Video, French and Saunders and Girls on Top, Helen will join us to talk about her phenomenal, rollercoaster of a career!
