Adam Rawcliffe, Associate Fellow

Adam joined the Academy of Ideas in October 2014, having graduated from the University of St Andrews, where he studied Modern History. Adam has produced debates at the Battle of Ideas on everything from dating apps to ‘killer clowns’. A proud Prestonian, Adam competed in and won the 2010 Debating Matters National Final with Hutton Grammar School, going on to achieve success in the International Final against the Indian champions. In his spare time Adam is a keen NFL fan and vice-captain of the world-famous Black Squadron FC.