What happens when we enter the ocean? Not observe it, not cross it – but truly enter it?
We believe something shifts. A profound cognitive change, akin to the Overview Effect experienced by astronauts seeing Earth from space - but in the opposite direction, into the blue. We call it the Innerview.
On 3 June, join us for an extraordinary evening of ocean exploration, storytelling and discovery – as we collectively imagine the Innerview with some of the most remarkable ocean voices on the planet.
With speakers including Victor Vescovo, Steve Backshall, Helen Czerski, Dr Jyoika Virmani and Paul Rose.
Booking information
This event has been organised by the Oceanographic magazine. To book tickets, please visit the Oceanographic website.
Doors open at 5.30pm, when guests can enjoy drinks in the RGS garden and Map Room. Following the talks and panel discussion, the garden and Map Room will reopen.
All attendees will receive a free copy of the corresponding Special Edition of Oceanographic: Issue 48 / THE INNERVIEW.
Venue information
This event will be held in the Ondaatje Lecture Theatre at Royal Geographical Society (with IBG), 1 Kensington Gore, London, SW7 2AR.
Plan your visit to the Society and find more information about our venue, including our address, accessibility and transport links.
Accessibility at our events
We want everyone to feel welcome at our events. Key accessibility features of this event include:
- Step-free access to the event
- Accessible toilets
- Assistance dogs are welcome
- Hearing loop
For full details, please visit our accessibility page. If you have any questions or specific access requirements, feel free to get in touch with us on access@rgs.org
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