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South African politician and author Mmusi Maimane argued that the future of the West and Africa is inseparable. Drawing on the African concept of ubuntu ("I see you"), he called for a renewed partnership built on human dignity, economic prosperity, and shared Judeo-Christian values.
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Buy your 1st edition copy of our new book, The Age of Reconstruction: amazon.co.uk/dp/1916948510
With the return of the ARC Conference this June, we are publishing a brand new book — the most comprehensive synthesis of ARC’s philosophy to date. Drawing on Augustine, Tolkien, and a long tradition of civilisational thinking, The Age of Reconstruction charts a path from diagnosis to renewal. While many can point out where things have gone wrong, this book does what most can’t: it lays out a vision of what we must build, how, and why it is still possible.
Praise for The Age of Reconstruction:
"Will Western Civilisation flourish, or flounder? It depends on us, and the decisions we make right now. And Johnny Patterson's wonderful 'The Age of Reconstruction' gives us the formula, based on timeless ideas and wisdom." — Arthur Brooks, #1 New York Times Bestselling Author
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Dr Mmusi Maimane is the Leader of Build One South Africa and a Member of Parliament, where he chairs the Standing Committee on Appropriations. He is driving the Fair Pay Bill to protect workers and first-time job seekers from exploitation, and is leading the call to raise standards in South African education.
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00:00 I See You: The Meaning of Ubuntu
01:25 Shared Humanity and Human Dignity
03:29 Why We Are All Descendants of Africa
04:45 The Opportunity of This Moment
05:56 Why Africa Looks East and the West Must Rebuild Trust
08:13 From Pro-Poor to Pro-Wealth Policies
10:30 The Cost of Extractive Capitalism
11:12 Why Africa Needs Debt Reform
12:21 A New Partnership Between Africa and the West
13:17 Reconciliation in a Fractured World
14:35 Building a More Hopeful Future
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South African politician and author Mmusi Maimane argued that the future of the West and Africa is inseparable. Drawing on the African concept of ubuntu ("I see you"), he called for a renewed partnership built on human dignity, economic prosperity, and shared Judeo-Christian values.
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Buy your 1st edition copy of our new book, The Age of Reconstruction: amazon.co.uk/dp/1916948510
With the return of the ARC Conference this June, we are publishing a brand new book — the most comprehensive synthesis of ARC’s philosophy to date. Drawing on Augustine, Tolkien, and a long tradition of civilisational thinking, The Age of Reconstruction charts a path from diagnosis to renewal. While many can point out where things have gone wrong, this book does what most can’t: it lays out a vision of what we must build, how, and why it is still possible.
Praise for The Age of Reconstruction:
"Will Western Civilisation flourish, or flounder? It depends on us, and the decisions we make right now. And Johnny Patterson's wonderful 'The Age of Reconstruction' gives us the formula, based on timeless ideas and wisdom." — Arthur Brooks, #1 New York Times Bestselling Author
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Dr Mmusi Maimane is the Leader of Build One South Africa and a Member of Parliament, where he chairs the Standing Committee on Appropriations. He is driving the Fair Pay Bill to protect workers and first-time job seekers from exploitation, and is leading the call to raise standards in South African education.
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00:00 I See You: The Meaning of Ubuntu
01:25 Shared Humanity and Human Dignity
03:29 Why We Are All Descendants of Africa
04:45 The Opportunity of This Moment
05:56 Why Africa Looks East and the West Must Rebuild Trust
08:13 From Pro-Poor to Pro-Wealth Policies
10:30 The Cost of Extractive Capitalism
11:12 Why Africa Needs Debt Reform
12:21 A New Partnership Between Africa and the West
13:17 Reconciliation in a Fractured World
14:35 Building a More Hopeful Future
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Go deeper with ARC Research. Read reports, articles, and academic papers underneath our talks - all pointed towards advancing education, promoting research, and developing ideas about the keys to human flourishing and prosperity. arc-conference.com/research-papers
If you would like to support ARC’s mission financially, firstly - thank you so much for trusting us with your resources. And secondly, find out how here: arc-conference.com/donate
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![Does the Future of the West Depend On Africa? | Mmusi Maimane [ARC 2026]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/gSZZ5W8Ku14/mqdefault.jpg "Does the Future of the West Depend On Africa? | Mmusi Maimane [ARC 2026]
South African politician and author Mmusi Maimane argued that the future of the West and Africa is inseparable. Drawing on the African concept of ubuntu (I see you), he called for a renewed partnership built on human dignity, economic prosperity, and shared Judeo-Christian values.
Buy your 1st edition copy of our new book, The Age of Reconstruction: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1916948510
With the return of the ARC Conference this June, we are publishing a brand new book — the most comprehensive synthesis of ARC’s philosophy to date. Drawing on Augustine, Tolkien, and a long tradition of civilisational thinking, The Age of Reconstruction charts a path from diagnosis to renewal. While many can point out where things have gone wrong, this book does what most can’t: it lays out a vision of what we must build, how, and why it is still possible.
Praise for The Age of Reconstruction:
Will Western Civilisation flourish, or flounder? It depends on us, and the decisions we make right now. And Johnny Pattersons wonderful The Age of Reconstruction gives us the formula, based on timeless ideas and wisdom. — Arthur Brooks, #1 New York Times Bestselling Author
Dr Mmusi Maimane is the Leader of Build One South Africa and a Member of Parliament, where he chairs the Standing Committee on Appropriations. He is driving the Fair Pay Bill to protect workers and first-time job seekers from exploitation, and is leading the call to raise standards in South African education.
00:00 I See You: The Meaning of Ubuntu
01:25 Shared Humanity and Human Dignity
03:29 Why We Are All Descendants of Africa
04:45 The Opportunity of This Moment
05:56 Why Africa Looks East and the West Must Rebuild Trust
08:13 From Pro-Poor to Pro-Wealth Policies
10:30 The Cost of Extractive Capitalism
11:12 Why Africa Needs Debt Reform
12:21 A New Partnership Between Africa and the West
13:17 Reconciliation in a Fractured World
14:35 Building a More Hopeful Future
Go deeper with ARC Research. Read reports, articles, and academic papers underneath our talks - all pointed towards advancing education, promoting research, and developing ideas about the keys to human flourishing and prosperity. https://www.arc-conference.com/research-papers
If you would like to support ARC’s mission financially, firstly - thank you so much for trusting us with your resources. And secondly, find out how here: https://www.arc-conference.com/donate
If you have any questions for us, or would like to partner with us, contact us here: info@arc-conference.com")
![The Winners and Losers of the AI Revolution | Tyler Cowen [ARC 2026]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/hfZWfkQR9zs/mqdefault.jpg "The Winners and Losers of the AI Revolution | Tyler Cowen [ARC 2026]
Tyler Cowen joined us on Day 2 of ARC 2026 and shared his predictions for how the AI revolution will reshape the job market, and how to adapt to survive in this strange new world that is on our doorstep.
Buy your 1st edition copy of our new book, The Age of Reconstruction: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1916948510
With the return of the ARC Conference this June, we are publishing a brand new book — the most comprehensive synthesis of ARC’s philosophy to date. Drawing on Augustine, Tolkien, and a long tradition of civilisational thinking, The Age of Reconstruction charts a path from diagnosis to renewal. While many can point out where things have gone wrong, this book does what most can’t: it lays out a vision of what we must build, how, and why it is still possible.
Praise for The Age of Reconstruction:
Will Western Civilisation flourish, or flounder? It depends on us, and the decisions we make right now. And Johnny Pattersons wonderful The Age of Reconstruction gives us the formula, based on timeless ideas and wisdom. — Arthur Brooks, #1 New York Times Bestselling Author
Tyler Cowen is an American economist, author, and public intellectual. He is the Holbert L. Harris Professor of Economics at George Mason University and serves as chairman of the universitys Mercatus Center.
00:00 The era of strong AI is here
01:08 Why labour mobility will matter
02:01 Everyone will need to retrain
03:18 The new jobs AI will create
05:13 Why human charisma still wins
06:00 The rise of artisanal and weird jobs
07:18 What work will look like after AI
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![WATCH: Kemi Badenoch on how to rebuild Britain [ARC 2026]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/mFz8i1Ad-7w/mqdefault.jpg "WATCH: Kemi Badenoch on how to rebuild Britain [ARC 2026]
We were privileged to be joined by Kemi Badenoch at ARC 2026, who shared her take on where we are heading in the West and what needs to change if we are to move towards growth and flourishing.
Buy your 1st edition copy of our new book, The Age of Reconstruction: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1916948510
With the return of the ARC Conference this June, we are publishing a brand new book — the most comprehensive synthesis of ARC’s philosophy to date. Drawing on Augustine, Tolkien, and a long tradition of civilisational thinking, The Age of Reconstruction charts a path from diagnosis to renewal. While many can point out where things have gone wrong, this book does what most can’t: it lays out a vision of what we must build, how, and why it is still possible.
Praise for The Age of Reconstruction:
Will Western Civilisation flourish, or flounder? It depends on us, and the decisions we make right now. And Johnny Pattersons wonderful The Age of Reconstruction gives us the formula, based on timeless ideas and wisdom. — Arthur Brooks, #1 New York Times Bestselling Author
The Rt Hon Kemi Badenoch MP is the Leader of the British Conservative & Unionist Party and Leader of HM Opposition. She has served as the Member of Parliament for North West Essex, previously Saffron Walden, since 2017.
00:00 Introduction: Why Young People Have Lost Hope
00:00:57 Debt, Housing and a Generation Under Pressure
00:02:19 Why Young People Need a Country Worth Fighting For
00:03:16 Culture, Family and Britains Demographic Decline
00:05:50 Immigration, Welfare and Economic Renewal
00:08:06 Restoring the Social Contract for Young People
00:11:02 Net Zero, Energy Prices and Reindustrialising Britain
00:14:08 Conservatism, Institutions and a Message to the Next Generation
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![Solzhenitsyn — The Greatest Speech in the History of the West (50 years later) | [ARC 2026]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/o2QAxePQMhc/mqdefault.jpg "Solzhenitsyn — The Greatest Speech in the History of the West (50 years later) | [ARC 2026]
Solzhenitsyn — The Greatest Speech in the History of the West (50 years later) | [ARC 2026]")
![Why the World Needs 3× More Energy — And Why Its Possible | Toby Rice [ARC 2026]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/p2f3psRn7SY/mqdefault.jpg "Why the World Needs 3× More Energy — And Why Its Possible | Toby Rice [ARC 2026]
Energy entrepreneur Toby Rice argues that the worlds biggest problem isnt climate change or resource depletion, but energy scarcity. Drawing on the American shale revolution, he makes the case that affordable, reliable energy is the foundation of prosperity, security, and human flourishing. His solution: triple global energy production and embrace an agenda of energy abundance.
Buy your 1st edition copy of our new book, The Age of Reconstruction: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1916948510
With the return of the ARC Conference this June, we are publishing a brand new book — the most comprehensive synthesis of ARC’s philosophy to date. Drawing on Augustine, Tolkien, and a long tradition of civilisational thinking, The Age of Reconstruction charts a path from diagnosis to renewal. While many can point out where things have gone wrong, this book does what most can’t: it lays out a vision of what we must build, how, and why it is still possible.
Praise for The Age of Reconstruction:
Will Western Civilisation flourish, or flounder? It depends on us, and the decisions we make right now. And Johnny Pattersons wonderful The Age of Reconstruction gives us the formula, based on timeless ideas and wisdom. — Arthur Brooks, #1 New York Times Bestselling Author
Toby Z. Rice is President and CEO of EQT Corporation, a leading U.S. natural gas producer. As a leading voice in energy, he champions unleashing American energy to strengthen security, support allies, and achieve ambitious climate goals.
00:00 The case for energy abundance
02:11 Why more energy means more human flourishing
03:09 The failure of net zero and engineered scarcity
05:34 The four benefits of energy abundance
07:31 Why the world needs 3× more energy
08:27 From all of the above to best of the above
09:11 How the shale revolution changed America
13:55 Demand it. Supply it. Achieve it.
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![EXCLUSIVE: Nigel Farage on Family, Energy and the Future of Britain [ARC 2026]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/v1j6unNleVE/mqdefault.jpg "EXCLUSIVE: Nigel Farage on Family, Energy and the Future of Britain [ARC 2026]
We were joined by Nigel Farage at ARC 2026, who spoke about why rebuilding a sense of community and confidence in Western civilisation is essential for the next generation.
Buy your 1st edition copy of our new book, The Age of Reconstruction: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1916948510
With the return of the ARC Conference this June, we are publishing a brand new book — the most comprehensive synthesis of ARC’s philosophy to date. Drawing on Augustine, Tolkien, and a long tradition of civilisational thinking, The Age of Reconstruction charts a path from diagnosis to renewal. While many can point out where things have gone wrong, this book does what most can’t: it lays out a vision of what we must build, how, and why it is still possible.
Praise for The Age of Reconstruction:
Will Western Civilisation flourish, or flounder? It depends on us, and the decisions we make right now. And Johnny Pattersons wonderful The Age of Reconstruction gives us the formula, based on timeless ideas and wisdom. — Arthur Brooks, #1 New York Times Bestselling Author
Nigel Farage is the Leader of Reform UK and MP for Clacton. Since his return to front line politics, Nigel led the new party to secure over 4 million votes in the 2024 General Election and has a growing membership of over 270,000.
00:00 Why Western Civilization Is Worth Defending
02:30 Two-Tier Britain and Social Cohesion
05:03 Family, Marriage and Community
09:02 Energy, Growth and Britains Economic Future
11:06 Productivity, Migration and Small Business
14:54 The Rise of Antisemitism in Britain
17:35 Family, Community and Country
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If you have any questions for us, or would like to partner with us, contact us here: info@arc-conference.com")
![Kate Forbes: Freedom of Conscience is the foundation stone of Civilisation [ARC 2026]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/vjJB2yFIGEw/mqdefault.jpg "Kate Forbes: Freedom of Conscience is the foundation stone of Civilisation [ARC 2026]
At ARC 2026, Kate Forbes argued that every generation faces the same choice: to follow conviction or convenience.
Drawing on figures including Theodore Roosevelt, William Wilberforce, Dietrich Bonhoeffer, Edmund Burke, and the biblical story of Daniel, Forbes reflected on the cost of standing by your principles in modern public life. She shared her own experience of facing criticism over her Christian faith during her leadership campaign, and made the case that conscience, courage, and enduring truth remain essential to a free society.
Buy your 1st edition copy of our new book, The Age of Reconstruction: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1916948510
With the return of the ARC Conference this June, we are publishing a brand new book — the most comprehensive synthesis of ARC’s philosophy to date. Drawing on Augustine, Tolkien, and a long tradition of civilisational thinking, The Age of Reconstruction charts a path from diagnosis to renewal. While many can point out where things have gone wrong, this book does what most can’t: it lays out a vision of what we must build, how, and why it is still possible.
Praise for The Age of Reconstruction:
Will Western Civilisation flourish, or flounder? It depends on us, and the decisions we make right now. And Johnny Pattersons wonderful The Age of Reconstruction gives us the formula, based on timeless ideas and wisdom. — Arthur Brooks, #1 New York Times Bestselling Author
Kate Forbes recently served as Deputy First Minister of Scotland and Cabinet Secretary for Economy and Gaelic. She previously served as Cabinet Secretary for Finance and the Economy.
00:00 The man in the arena
01:24 Conscience vs convenience
02:53 The cost of standing for truth
04:14 Every generation faces its own battle
04:58 Why conscience is disappearing from public life
07:02 Edmund Burke on political conscience
07:36 My leadership campaign and public backlash
09:22 The prize is never worth the compromise
10:01 Freedom, faith, and Western civilization
11:24 How the Bible shaped modern Scotland
12:26 Why courage matters more than ever
12:55 Daniels example for our generation
14:05 Stand for life, justice, and truth
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If you have any questions for us, or would like to partner with us, contact us here: info@arc-conference.com")
![Why an entire generation no longer knows who they are | Carl Trueman [ARC 2026]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/vuTKuGlNWXU/mqdefault.jpg "Why an entire generation no longer knows who they are | Carl Trueman [ARC 2026]
How did the question Who am I? become one of the defining challenges of the modern age? In this keynote, Carl Trueman traces the historical shift from a world where identity was shaped by family, faith and community to one centred on individual choice and personal feeling. He argues that this transformation lies behind many of the Wests most contentious cultural debates today.
Buy your 1st edition copy of our new book, The Age of Reconstruction: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1916948510
With the return of the ARC Conference this June, we are publishing a brand new book — the most comprehensive synthesis of ARC’s philosophy to date. Drawing on Augustine, Tolkien, and a long tradition of civilisational thinking, The Age of Reconstruction charts a path from diagnosis to renewal. While many can point out where things have gone wrong, this book does what most can’t: it lays out a vision of what we must build, how, and why it is still possible.
Praise for The Age of Reconstruction:
Will Western Civilisation flourish, or flounder? It depends on us, and the decisions we make right now. And Johnny Pattersons wonderful The Age of Reconstruction gives us the formula, based on timeless ideas and wisdom. — Arthur Brooks, #1 New York Times Bestselling Author
Carl R. Trueman teaches at Grove City College. He is a fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center, DC and the Center for Citizenship and Constitutional Government, University of Notre Dame. He is the author of several books including The Desecration of Man.
00:00 The defining question of our age: What does it mean to be human?
01:27 When identity was fixed by family, faith and place
03:26 The rise of choice and the modern self
05:01 From the psychological self to the sexual self
06:42 Why sex became political
07:20 Free speech, religion and the politics of identity
09:20 Marriage, divorce and the changing family
10:47 The philosophy behind transgenderism
11:18 Understanding the roots of todays cultural moment
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If you have any questions for us, or would like to partner with us, contact us here: info@arc-conference.com")
![The fatherhood crisis nobody wants to talk about | John Papola [ARC 2026]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/xbmMsdr370Q/mqdefault.jpg "The fatherhood crisis nobody wants to talk about | John Papola [ARC 2026]
Why are so many young people drawn to radical politics? And what role do fathers, families, and faith play in shaping the next generation?
In this keynote from ARC 2026, John Papola argues that todays political radicals are following a historical pattern stretching from the Jacobins to the Bolsheviks. He explores the roots of modern radicalism, the crisis of fatherlessness, and why rebuilding strong families may be the key to renewing Western civilization.
Buy your 1st edition copy of our new book, The Age of Reconstruction: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1916948510
With the return of the ARC Conference this June, we are publishing a brand new book — the most comprehensive synthesis of ARC’s philosophy to date. Drawing on Augustine, Tolkien, and a long tradition of civilisational thinking, The Age of Reconstruction charts a path from diagnosis to renewal. While many can point out where things have gone wrong, this book does what most can’t: it lays out a vision of what we must build, how, and why it is still possible.
Praise for The Age of Reconstruction:
Will Western Civilisation flourish, or flounder? It depends on us, and the decisions we make right now. And Johnny Pattersons wonderful The Age of Reconstruction gives us the formula, based on timeless ideas and wisdom. — Arthur Brooks, #1 New York Times Bestselling Author
John Papola is a filmmaker and founder of the Emergent Order Foundation, and host of the YouTube show Dad Saves America. He is best known for the Keynes vs. Hayek Rap Battles, viewed by tens of millions, and for documentaries including At The Fork (Berlin Film Festival) and The Pursuit, starring Arthur Brooks, which premiered on Netflix.
00:00 The timeless story of the young radical
01:42 Are todays activists the new Jacobins?
03:40 The French Revolution versus the American Founding
05:02 The crisis of fatherlessness in the West
07:07 How to raise resilient, grounded children
09:24 Why fathers must become spiritual leaders
10:00 The future depends on strong fathers
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