Life of a Klansman - Investigating Race Terror in Reconstruction-Era South
Investigates a Klansman's life during Reconstruction, exploring family history, racial terror, and the impact of white supremacy in the South, with insights into contemporary racial issues.
The Political Ethics of the Strike
Explore the ethical and historical foundations of workers' right to strike, examining its significance, challenges, and implications for workplace dynamics and social justice.
The Reproducibility Crisis in Historical Perspective
Explore the historical context of the reproducibility crisis in science, examining its roots, implications, and potential solutions through a critical lens of scientific practice and reform.
Socialite-Activists and the Black Freedom Struggle - The Glamorous Life
Exploring how black women activists raised funds for civil rights through glamorous events, blending social activism with high society to advance the Black Freedom Struggle.
Jerusalem: What Sharing a City Means
Explore Jerusalem's complexities through a thought-provoking dialogue between Sari Nusseibeh and Homi Bhabha, delving into the challenges and possibilities of sharing this historic city.
Cooking as a Call to Act - Science and Cooking Public Lecture Series 2018
Renowned chef Massimo Bottura explores the intersection of cooking, science, and social responsibility, discussing innovative culinary techniques and the importance of sustainable gastronomy.
Opening Discussion for Measure - Exploring Henrietta Swan Leavitt's Work
Explore Henrietta Swan Leavitt's astronomical legacy through Anna Von Mertens' artistic interpretation, blending meticulous stitching and graphite marks to reimagine Leavitt's groundbreaking celestial discoveries.
Finding Fairness - Incorporating Societal Values in Computer Algorithms
Exploring algorithmic fairness and privacy in computer science, addressing concerns about incorporating societal values into technology as it increasingly impacts our lives.
A Political Poetry: Reading and Conversation with Solmaz Sharif
Explore political poetry with Solmaz Sharif as she reads selected works and engages in a thought-provoking discussion on language, form, and the role of poets in addressing societal issues.
Visual Storytelling and Comic Communication - A Conversation with Scott McCloud
Explore visual storytelling and communication with cartoonist Scott McCloud, delving into comics, literacy, semiotics, and the power of images in this engaging discussion.
Feminisms Now - Visions of Gender Equality for the 21st Century
Rising artists, thinkers, and organizers share visions of gender equality for the 21st century, reflecting on their art and activism in service of intersecting and sometimes competing feminisms.
Feeling the Way to Truth - Rethinking Modern Philosophy's Development
Exploring the overlooked contributions of women in modern philosophy's development, challenging assumptions and advocating for a more inclusive understanding of philosophical history.
Bathsheba Demuth - Do Whales Judge Us? Interspecies History and Ethics
Explore interspecies history and ethics through the lens of whaling, examining Soviet and US practices, environmental impacts, and the complex relationship between humans and whales.
The Case for a Liberal Arts Education: Is It Worth the Investment?
Explore the value and relevance of a liberal arts education in today's expensive college landscape through this thought-provoking 27-minute video from Harvard University. Delve into discussions with economist David Deming, educator Nancy Hill, and philos…
Knowledge Graphs Seminar - Spring 2020
Explore knowledge graphs through Stanford's seminar series, covering fundamental concepts, applications, and advanced topics in this cutting-edge field of data representation and reasoning.
Experimenting With Lower Carb Substitutions
Learn to substitute high-carb ingredients with healthier alternatives in favorite dishes. Discover recipes for carrot fries, cauliflower rice, and fiber noodles. Includes cooking demonstrations and Q&A session.
History and Significance of Natural Gas
Explore the evolution, impact, and versatility of natural gas in energy systems, focusing on its role in the US and California's power sectors.
Kathleen Creel- Arbitrariness, Fairness, and Opportunity in Algorithmic Decision-Making Systems
Explore the ethical implications of algorithmic decision-making, focusing on arbitrariness at scale, its moral and legal issues, and potential technical solutions to mitigate harm.
The Talking Machine - The Phonograph and the Making of Modern American Religion
Explore how the phonograph and record companies in the 1920s shaped modern faith and technology, examining their impact on religious practices and cultural dynamics.
Picking on the Same Person - Does Algorithmic Monoculture Homogenize Outcomes?
Explore algorithmic monoculture's impact on decision outcomes, examining data sharing effects, ethical implications, and potential risks to fairness and individual autonomy.
Spirituality and Aging, Grief and Loss - Sacred Conversations as We Age
Explore spirituality's role in aging, grief, and loss with Rev. Susan Scott. Learn nurturing practices and engage in meaningful conversations to enhance emotional well-being and quality of life as we age.