Western Canon Book Club: Goethe’s Romantic Turmoil: The Sorrows of Young Werther

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Writer Henry Oliver continues the Western Canon Book Club series with a salon about the birth of Romanticism. Shakespeare's biggest influence was on the Romantics, the two generations of European writers who reimagined literature, philosophy, and society in the late eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries. One of the most dramatic results of this influence was…

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Caffeine and Arguing: San Francisco Social

Join hosts Ben Landau-Taylor, Danielle Fong, and Interintellect founder Anna Gát for an SF offline social that mixes passionate discussion with coffee—the drink that fueled some of history's greatest intellectual movements! Come get caffeinated out of your mind and argue about the great issues of our time. Join us for an afternoon of debating, writing,…

Philosophical Breakfast Club #2

Join Arkadiusz Synowczyk for a free, members-only, weekly series of spirited philosophical discussions over coffee!  Inspired by the historic Philosophical Breakfast Club, this series rekindles the spirit of their 19th-century discussions. Each Sunday, 10 AM ET, we gather to discuss and explore philosophical questions of our choice in a casual, collaborative atmosphere. You're more than…

Sci-Fi Writers Group #4

Join our sci-fi writers' group where writers come together to explore the fusion of science and storytelling. This weekly gathering offers sci-fi writers a space to discuss scientific concepts in storytelling, collaborate on writing projects, and share insights on emerging trends in the genre. Connect with fellow sci-fi writers and enthusiasts. Enhance your writing skills and…

Warsaw Offline Social in the Royal Baths Park

Poland! Join Arkadiusz Synowczyk for an inaugural offline social in Warsaw's stunning Royal Baths Park, blending intellectual conversation with the serene beauty of this historic location. Come, forge new friendships, reconnect with existing friends, and dive into deep conversations. Few things make life better than casual but inspiring gatherings. Whether you’re a long-time Interintellect member…

Fame, Fiction, and Healing: Maya Henry on “Looking Forward”

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Join Maya Henry for a conversation about her newest novel, "Looking Forward," which explores themes of love, fame, and personal growth. This event is hosted by writer Sherry Ning. Join us for an evocative SuperSalon with Maya Henry as she delves into "Looking Forward," a riveting exploration of romance, fame, and resilience, inspired by her…

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New York IRL: Expansive Conversations – Just Kids

New York NY

Join writer and meditation teacher, Grace Bialecki, for the next episode of a new New York City IRL series, 'Expansive Conversations,' where we'll discuss poetry, authenticity, and self-actualization. What adolescent explorations have stuck with you? As we reflect on the friendships of our youth, we'll talk about how we see their reverberations in our current…

Philosophical Breakfast Club #3

Join Arkadiusz Synowczyk for a free, members-only, weekly series of spirited philosophical discussions over coffee!  Inspired by the historic Philosophical Breakfast Club, this series rekindles the spirit of their 19th-century discussions. Each Sunday, 10 AM ET, we gather to discuss and explore philosophical questions of our choice in a casual, collaborative atmosphere. You're more than…

A Sentimental Education: Navigating Chosen Families, Mentors, and Lovers

Join philosopher Agnes Callard, Interintellect founder Anna Gát, and Irina Dumitrescu, writer and professor of English medieval studies, and explore the dynamics of intellectual and emotional connections outside traditional family structures, including lovers, mentors, and chosen families. The concept of Eros—defined by Plato as a powerful and often destructive force—has evolved. While historically many viewed…

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