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Discover carefully curated public lectures, author talks, debates and intellectual events in Barcelona, Spain — selected by The Mindful City editorial team.
Last updated: September 13, 2026
Naomi Klein · CCCB (Centre de Cultura Contemporània de Barcelona) · September 14, 2026
Journalist and activist Naomi Klein presents a talk on climate politics, cultural resistance and the economics of ecological transformation. She will consider strategies for civic …
Yuval Noah Harari · CCCB (Centre de Cultura Contemporània de Barcelona) · September 14, 2026
Historian Yuval Noah Harari examines how emerging technologies are reshaping cooperation between states and citizens. He considers ethical frameworks and policy responses for a mor…
Michael J. Sandel · CCCB (Centre de Cultura Contemporània de Barcelona) · September 14, 2026
Political philosopher Michael J. Sandel explores the moral questions raised by market-driven societies and where justice fits in contemporary public life. The lecture will include …
Yuval Noah Harari · CCCB (Centre de Cultura Contemporània de Barcelona) · September 14, 2026
Historian and best-selling author Yuval Noah Harari examines how data and algorithms are reshaping human agency and political life. The lecture will be followed by a moderated Q&A …
Yuval Noah Harari · CCCB (Centre de Cultura Contemporània de Barcelona) · September 14, 2026
Historian and philosopher Yuval Noah Harari examines how emerging technologies are reshaping human societies and political power structures. He will outline key scenarios for the n…
Marina Garcés · CCCB (Centre de Cultura Contemporània de Barcelona) · September 15, 2026
Philosopher Marina Garcés presents a lecture on the role of shared intellectual practices in rebuilding democratic life after prolonged polarization. The talk will be followed by a…
Yuval Noah Harari · CCCB (Centre de Cultura Contemporània de Barcelona) · September 15, 2026
Historian Yuval Noah Harari explores long-term scenarios for technology, governance, and human rights in the coming decades. The lecture addresses ethical decisions that will shape…
Timothy Snyder · CCCB (Centre de Cultura Contemporània de Barcelona) · September 15, 2026
Historian Timothy Snyder examines the political, cultural, and institutional mechanisms that enable authoritarian resurgence in Europe and beyond. He will discuss civic strategies …
Yuval Noah Harari · Centre de Cultura Contemporània de Barcelona (CCCB) · September 15, 2026
Historian and philosopher Yuval Noah Harari examines how societies shape collective memory in the digital age and the political consequences of historical narratives. He will argue…
Martha C. Nussbaum · Universitat de Barcelona · September 15, 2026
A public lecture on the role of emotions in democratic theory and legal practice. Nussbaum will outline practical implications for civic education and policy.
Marina Garcés · Institut d'Humanitats de Barcelona · September 15, 2026
Marina Garcés argues for a practical, public-facing philosophy that engages citizens in democratic life. The talk emphasizes education, common goods, and collective ethical reflect…
Noam Chomsky · Universitat de Barcelona · September 15, 2026
A public lecture on contemporary challenges to liberal democracy, media ecosystems, and global power structures. Chomsky will outline civic strategies for sustaining democratic ins…
Martha Nussbaum · Universitat de Barcelona · September 15, 2026
Philosopher Martha Nussbaum discusses the role of emotions in democratic deliberation and the foundations of social justice. The session is open to students and the public with a p…
Marina Garcés · Institut d'Humanitats de Barcelona · September 15, 2026
Marina Garcés will discuss the role of critical thinking and public reason in contemporary Catalan and Spanish society. She will explore how humanities practice can respond to poli…
Simon Schama · Museu Picasso · September 15, 2026
Art historian Simon Schama discusses Picasso's work in relation to 20th-century political upheavals and debates over representation. The lecture will connect specific works in the …
Hal Foster · Fundació Joan Miró · September 15, 2026
Art historian Hal Foster examines how modern and contemporary art shapes and responds to political imaginaries. The lecture will connect visual practices to civic life and modes of…
Hans Ulrich Obrist · Fundació Joan Miró · September 15, 2026
Esteemed curator Hans Ulrich Obrist discusses the role of curatorship in shaping contemporary art and public spaces. The talk will reflect on collaborative projects and emerging cu…
Saskia Sassen · Universitat de Barcelona · September 15, 2026
Saskia Sassen examines the relationship between urbanization, global capital, and grassroots political mobilization. The public lecture is followed by a student Q&A on city governa…
Hans Ulrich Obrist · Fundació Joan Miró · September 15, 2026
Leading curator Hans Ulrich Obrist leads a conversation on how museums engage with urban life and contemporary publics. The talk will include case studies and a Q&A about experimen…
Carlo Rovelli · CCCB (Centre de Cultura Contemporània de Barcelona) · September 15, 2026
Carlo Rovelli discusses contemporary ideas in quantum gravity, the nature of time, and the philosophical implications of modern physics. The talk will include a moderated Q&A on ho…