Lunch with the FT

In "Lunch with the FT," Lionel Barber presents a curated selection of 52 classic interviews from the Financial Times' celebrated weekly series. For over a thousand editions, this institutional feature has brought readers face-to-face with a diverse array of global personalities – from world leaders and politicians to cultural icons and business tycoons. These candid conversations, conducted over a restaurant meal, offer unparalleled insights into the minds of those shaping our contemporary world.
Why You Should Read?
Gain direct insights into the perspectives and personalities of influential global figures.
Discover a wide spectrum of interview subjects, ranging from Angela Merkel to Sean "P. Diddy" Combs and Martin Amis.
Experience the unique interview format, where the intimacy of a shared meal fosters revealing and often unexpected discussions.
Understand the historical and cultural context of our times through the eyes of its most prominent players.