Utopian Worldbuilding in Terra Ignota

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Ada Palmer's Terra Ignota series is a masterpiece of utopian worldbuilding. The author is a historian and professor of Renaissance, Enlightenment, and Humanist studies, and she uses those ideals to build a vast and beautiful future. Let's talk about each element of the Terra Ignota world, compare them to those Enlightenment ideals of the past, and discuss…

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Plato on Representation: Barbie’s Philosophical World

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Want to better appreciate Greta Gerwig’s highbrow screenwriting, or been wanting to read some philosophy but need a bubblegum pink excuse? Join philosopher Ryan Miller for a series in which we read and discuss classic philosophical texts in conjunction with brief scenes from Barbie. 'Barbie changed everything! Then she changed it all again! All of…

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Charming Leaders: The Hidden Strategy in Political Triumphs with Julia Sonnevend

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Join Julia Sonnevend and host Anna Gát for a deep dive into the weaponization of charm in politics based on Julia's new book, "Charm: How Magnetic Personalities Shape Global Politics". This salon examines how leaders from Jacinda Ardern to Viktor Orbán use charm to craft their public personas and sway public opinion. Understand the dynamics… Continue reading Charming Leaders: The Hidden Strategy in Political Triumphs with Julia Sonnevend

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