Robin co-created and co-hosts The Infinite Monkey Cage together with Professor Brian Cox, which is a globally acclaimed science and comedy radio show.  The show takes a witty and irreverent look at the world from a scientists’ perspective.  It has earned a Sony Gold Award and the Crick Award for science journalism.

He has authored several books.  These include I’m A Joke & So Are You (2018) and The Importance of Being Interested.  His most recent publication is, Normally Weird and Weirdly Normal: My Adventures In Neurodiversity (published May 2025).

Robin created and produced Nine Lessons and Carols for Godless People, a science and comedy variety night performed at the Hammersmith Apollo and adapted worldwide.

He co-founded the Cosmic Shambles Network in 2017, producing podcasts and live events blending science, art, and comedy.  Through this he earned a Chortle Award – Legend of Lockdown in 2021.

He won three Chortle Awards, including Best Compere, the Time Out Outstanding Achievement in Comedy, and received honorary fellowships from UCL, Royal Holloway, and the British Science Association.

Robin also presented documentaries on diverse topics, including self-help, General Relativity, and Jeff Wayne’s War of the Worlds, and hosts Laws That Aren’t Laws on BBC Radio 4.

Speaking Expertise

Robin’s talks often cover “The Importance of Being Interested: Adventures in Scientific Curiosity” and “Normally Weird and Weirdly Normal: Embracing Neurodiversity”. He helps people see the value of being curious, creative, and open to different ways of thinking. His talks mix science facts, stories from his own life, and relevant jokes. This makes his presentations ideal for company teams looking for fresh ideas and motivation.

As someone who has led many events, Robin is good at connecting with all kinds of groups, whether it’s a small workshop or a big meeting. His fast, astute and funny style has been shared at  the Edinburgh Festival and many company events.  Robin can speak just as well in person or online, giving you options for whatever type of event you’re planning.

Why Book Robin Ince?

Robin gives talks that make you think and laugh while sparking curiosity and fresh ideas. He’s perfect for business conferences, team activities, or after-dinner talks.

He takes tricky subjects and mixes them with everyday stories that everyone can understand, no matter who’s listening.

Many happy clients say he’s a speaker who connects with the crowd and always comes well-prepared for his talks.

Testimonials

Robin’s Edinburgh shows are always very well received and feedback includes, “fast paced, smart, funny” Edinburgh Reporter.

He is an excellent corporate performer and compere who combines complex, compelling topics and current affairs with his own observations and anecdotes from his life.

‘Robin was relaxed, warm and funny, as well as incredibly well-informed and prepared; he set the tone of the evening perfectly.’ Chloe Johnson-Hill, Penguin Random House.

“Just as it couldn’t get any better it did!! Robin Ince from infinite monkey cage – great after lunch speaker” Dr Susan Paterson, President BSAVA, SVP ESVD, Bayer Conference.

“Thought Robin Ince was exceptional at the R3 event yesterday. Utterly hilarious, once of the best after dinner speeches I’ve witnessed.”  Ben Peterson, Associate Director BDO – Association of Business Recovery Professionals Conference Dinner.

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