David Olusoga is a historian and broadcaster who illuminates Britain's Black history through award-winning documentaries, books, and academic work. His research brings critical perspectives on slavery, empire, and racial identity to mainstream audiences.
As Professor of Public History at the University of Manchester and recipient of an OBE in 2019, David has created landmark BBC series including Black and British: A Forgotten History and A House Through Time. His book Black & British won the prestigious Longman-History Today Trustees Award, while The World's War was named 2015 World War One Book of the Year.
David helps organisations confront historical blind spots that shape contemporary challenges around diversity and inclusion. Drawing from his Nigerian heritage and personal experiences with racism in the UK, he provides historical context for modern social issues, enabling institutions to build more inclusive cultures through evidence-based understanding of structural inequalities.
Audiences gain practical frameworks for addressing unconscious bias in organisational structures, develop deeper understanding of how historical narratives influence present-day decision-making, and leave with actionable approaches to creating more equitable environments.
Book David for insights that transform historical awareness into meaningful organisational change.
How can I book David Olusoga for my next event?
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PepTalk are the official speaking agents for David Olusoga available to book for corporate events, conference keynotes, leadership talks, celebrity endorsements, personal appearances, and motivational speaking engagements. We can assist with enquiries about David Olusoga's speaking fees, availability, and booking process for private business functions, industry conferences, and team events. For media interviews, charity appearances, or personal matters, we recommend contacting David directly.
What topics does David Olusoga specialise in?
David Olusoga specialises in discussing Britain’s Black history, slavery, racial identity and more.
What is David Olusoga's speaking style like?
David delivers compelling, insightful talks that engage audiences and spark meaningful conversations. His presentations are well-researched, impactful, and educational, offering profound perspectives on Black British history and societal challenges.
Does David Olusoga offer virtual speaking engagements?
Yes, David Olusoga offers virtual speaker bookings for webinars, online conferences, and remote or distributed team engagements.
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