Rogue Talks: Orchestrated Panic, Neural Warfare & Artificial Minds
February 5, 2026 18:30
About the talk
Three talks, three topics, the same existential questions. Rogue Talks has pivoted so we can cover more wonder, more weirdness, and more provocations across design, tech, and humanity. This time, what’s the psychology behind horror movie scores giving us the creeps? How is neuroscience being weaponised for violence? And the 21st century age question: is AI making us stupid?
Please note the venue is on the second floor of a historic listed wharf and can only be accessed and evacuated by stairs. Unfortunately, it does not have facilities for visitors with limited mobility, so please take this into account when planning your visit.
Programme
Speakers
Advait Sarkar - The Science of Thinking with Artificial Intelligence
Affiliated Lecturer, University of Cambridge; Honorary Lecturer, University College London
Olivia Ibbotson - The Threat of Neuro Warfare: Past, Present and Future
PhD candidate at the Biological Security Research Centre, London Metropolitan University
Lawrence Kendrick - Sounds of Horror: The Psychology of Sound Design
Creative Director, Sound Designer and Composer at String and Tins in London