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Rethink how society approaches the future with Roman Krznaric, philosopher and bestselling author. Roman explores long-term thinking, empathy, and the lessons of history to help audiences understand the forces shaping tomorrow. Senior Research Fellow at Oxford University with books published in 25+ languages and fellowships with the Club of Rome.

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Philosopher exploring time empathy and future thinking
Senior Research Fellow at Oxford University
Creator of the world's first Empathy Museum

Roman Krznaric is a philosopher whose work explores how ideas about time, empathy and history can reshape how we live and think about the future. His internationally bestselling books, including The Good Ancestor and History for Tomorrow, have been published in more than 25 languages. Roman serves as Senior Research Fellow at Oxford University's Centre for Eudaimonia and Human Flourishing, founded the world's first Empathy Museum, and holds fellowships with both the Club of Rome and the Long Now Foundation. His writings have influenced political campaigners, education reformers, social entrepreneurs and designers across multiple continents. Roman helps organisations and audiences move beyond short-term thinking towards decisions that consider future generations. His research on empathy provides practical frameworks for understanding different perspectives, whilst his historical analysis reveals how past societies solved problems that mirror today's challenges. Drawing from his work with groups ranging from prisoners to TED audiences, he translates complex philosophical concepts into accessible insights that people can apply immediately. Audiences leave Roman's presentations with specific strategies for long-term decision making, tools for developing empathy in professional settings, and historical perspectives that reframe contemporary challenges. His approach combines rigorous academic research with real-world applications that create lasting behavioural change. Book Roman to challenge your audience's assumptions about time, responsibility and what it means to be a good ancestor.

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Book Roman Krznaric to inspire your audience with practical tools for empathy, long-term thinking and real-world change, drawn from his acclaimed research and global experience. Give your event the edge with insights that help people rethink the future and act with purpose—secure your date with Roman today.

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Beautiful to read, heartfelt and persuasive The Good Ancestor is one of those landmark books with the power to shift a mindset. One turns the pages feeling a growing compulsion for change. Krznaric's clarion call for long-term thinking makes him an ancestor all future generations can be proud of

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