Things We Should Talk About

Conversations on Identity, Belonging and Being British
This riveting first book from broadcaster Alex Beresford explores the intersect between race, class and politics in the UK today, the conversations we should be having, along with stories and experiences from his life and career.

‘I realised that time is precious, and what we do with it matters, especially if we want to create change. And that begins with conversation.’

Growing up the son of a Black father and white mother in 1980s Britain, Alex Beresford has always known that identity isn’t straightforward. From the school playground to the newsroom and through to his advocacy work, the ever-evolving complexities of race and belonging have shaped Alex’s life.

But it wasn’t until an unexpected phone call, interrupting a once-in-a-lifetime trip to connect with his Guyanese roots, that Alex began to truly look inward. Coming to terms with a devastating loss