Conservatism Under Threat
George Will discusses the Founders' vision for America, contrasting it with today's politics. He explores threats to conservatism, limited government, and natural rights, offering insights on the current political landscape.
Herbert Bayer - The Bauhaus-Aspen Connection
Explore Herbert Bayer's impact on Aspen's transformation into a cultural hub, focusing on his Bauhaus-inspired design of the Aspen Institute campus as a total work of art.
Bauhaus - The Making of Modern Public Lecture - Constructing and Deconstructing the Myths of Bauhaus
Explore the Bauhaus movement's impact on modernist design, separating myth from reality. Delve into its history, key figures, and lasting influence on architecture and art.
Madeleine Albright on Fascism - Its History and Signs of a Modern Resurgence
Former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright discusses fascism's history, its modern resurgence, and lessons for preventing its spread, drawing from her book and personal experiences in diplomacy and international relations.
Take from the Rich, Give to the Poor
Explore the intersection of art, history, and personal reflection as Alexander Nemerov delves into Robin Hood's legacy, connecting it to life's profound moments and universal themes.
Fantasyland - How America Went Haywire
Explore America's 500-year journey into magical thinking and make-believe, examining how reality and illusion have blurred in the post-factual present.
Are the Founders Back in Vogue?
Explore the renewed popularity of America's Founding Fathers with historians and legal experts, examining their relevance to modern society and the complexities of their legacies.
The Russian Bear on the Prowl
Explore Putin's geopolitical strategies, NATO's challenges, and global security implications in this expert panel discussion on Russia's international provocations and power plays.
Investing in the Transition to a Sustainable Economy
Al Gore discusses the urgency of transitioning to a sustainable economy, exploring renewable energy, digital innovation, and the compelling reasons for sustainable investments.
Minecraft as AI Playground and Laboratory
Explore Minecraft as an AI research platform, focusing on Project Malmo and the MineRL competition to advance sample-efficient reinforcement learning and tackle complex decision-making challenges.
The Rise and Decline of Nations and Civilizations
Renowned scholars explore factors driving the rise and fall of nations, examining historical patterns, cultural influences, and global power shifts to understand civilizational lifecycles and their modern implications.
New and Old Empires
Explore how geography and historical civilizations shape modern geopolitics through interactive maps and expert insights on shifting alliances, emerging patterns, and global challenges.
The Modern History of Globalization
Explore the evolution of globalization with experts discussing its historical stages, current challenges, and future prospects, including economic, political, and cultural dimensions.
Creating Feudal Japan from Across the Pacific
Explore the cultural journey and creative process behind 'Ghost of Tsushima', including expert input, direction techniques, and visual inspirations that shaped this immersive feudal Japan experience.
Sunless Skies - A Narrative Postmortem
Explore the narrative development of 'Sunless Skies', from concept to execution. Learn strategies for crafting compelling stories, managing consultations, and overcoming challenges in game writing.
Looking Back and Moving Forward with Pillars of Eternity
Explore the development of Pillars of Eternity, examining how Obsidian updated classic PC RPGs while honoring their legacy. Gain insights into art, mechanics, narrative, and post-launch support.
The Unusual Earth Orbit Circling Above Our Ancient Past
Exploring a unique Earth orbit connecting ancient sites, this talk delves into scientific mysteries surrounding our planet's past and the potential links between prehistoric structures and cosmic events.
Network Manipulation on Video Games
Network manipulation techniques for video games, covering latency, protocols, input prediction, and privacy, with practical tips for optimizing gameplay and understanding network traffic.
Bad Games Arcade - Jake Eliott
Explore the world of intentionally bad games, from ET to Desert Bus, and discover the artistic value in flawed design and unconventional gameplay experiences.
Diocletian, Constantine, Bedouin Sayings, and Network Defense
Explore ancient Roman military strategies and their surprising parallels to modern network defense, offering innovative approaches to cybersecurity challenges.
The Hard Parts of Open Source
Explore open source community dynamics, online communication patterns, and strategies for fostering civil discourse in digital spaces through historical and cultural perspectives.