9th September 2026
TEDxShrewsburyHouseSchoolYouth
An Entrepreneurial Revolution in Education | Nicholas Troen
Traditional education models are facing unprecedented shifts in the modern world. In this compelling presentation, Nicholas Troen (Head of Entrepreneurship, St Paul's School) argues for a foundational shift towards entrepreneurship within schools. By exploring the practical and intellectual frameworks needed to foster true enterprise, he outlines how modern education can better prepare young minds to drive tangible, real-world progress.
Star Wars and the Laws of Physics | Bertie M.
Can cinematic spectacle withstand the scrutiny of real-world science? Shrewsbury House School pupil Bertie M. takes to the red carpet to subject a galaxy far, far away to the absolute laws of physics. Bridging pop culture with serious scientific inquiry, this engaging talk demonstrates how deep-dive academic research can illuminate the boundary between cinematic fiction and theoretical reality.
The Economics of Space Exploration | Aaron M.
Should our immediate financial resources be spent solving systemic Earth-bound crises or investing in the infinite unknown? Shrewsbury House School pupil Aaron M. delivers a poised socio-economic debate on the massive capital requirements of space exploration. Displaying immense academic rigour, he evaluates whether the long-term returns of cosmological discovery truly justify the staggering price tag.
The Trojan War and Modern Warfare | Alexander N.
The battlefield has evolved from bronze swords to digital arenas, but have the core tenets of conflict changed? Shrewsbury House School pupil Alexander N. provides a brilliant historical analysis of the Trojan War, mapping ancient tactical paradigms directly onto contemporary military strategy. His presentation highlights the enduring nature of human conflict and the value of historical literacy in understanding modern global crises.
The Impact of Technology on Football | Ishaan D.
From goal-line analytics to VAR, technology has fundamentally reshaped the beautiful game. Shrewsbury House School pupil Ishaan D. examines the profound impact of emerging tech on global football, balancing the optimisation of athletic performance against the preservation of the sport's traditional spirit. His research offers a sharp look at how data and automation transform human play.
Achieving Interstellar Space Travel | Stanley L.
Leaving our solar system is one of the greatest engineering and theoretical hurdles humanity has ever faced. In this inspiring talk, Shrewsbury House School pupil Stanley L. explores the cutting-edge physics and aerospace concepts that could one day unlock interstellar travel. Driven by boundless cosmic curiosity, he challenges us to think globally about our long-term survival and place among the stars.
A World Without Crude Oil | Henry K.
Our global infrastructure is profoundly anchored to a finite, carbon-heavy resource. Shrewsbury House School pupil Henry K. tackles one of the most pressing environmental and economic imperatives of our time: our systemic reliance on crude oil. He examines the reality of energy independence, evaluating whether modern society can realistically maintain its integrity and function if the taps are turned off.