Tristram Hunt

Jacob Rees-Mogg, Conservative MP and author of "The Victorians: Twelve Titans Who Forged Britain," argues for the Victorian era’s moral certainty and reformative spirit as a guide for modern Britain. He praises notable figures like Palmerston and Victoria for their contributions to democracy and social changes. In contrast, Tristram Hunt, a historian and director of the V&A, questions this idealized view, emphasizing the complexities of the era including imperialism and gender representation. Their debate reflects on historical legacies and their relevance in today's post-Brexit landscape.

VR pioneers Jaron Lanier and Nonny de la Pena, along with Tristram Hunt, director of the Victoria and Albert Museum, discuss the use of virtual reality to preserve and share artworks, the history of plaster cast technology, the global response to pressures and strains, and the power of virtual reality to evoke strong emotions and update the concept of virtual museums.