The Language Hoax: Debunking Linguistic Determinism
Debunking the myth that language shapes worldview, John McWhorter explores how this belief can lead to dangerous cultural assumptions and emphasizes our shared human experiences.
History of Graffiti: Coast to Coast
Explore the evolution and cultural impact of graffiti across America, from its urban roots to its artistic influence, in this comprehensive coast-to-coast journey.
Touching a Nerve: The Self as Brain
Explore the biological basis of consciousness, identity, and decision-making with neurophilosopher Patricia Churchland as she examines how brain activity shapes our thoughts, feelings, and experiences.
The End of the World - Exploring Apocalyptic Scenarios
Explore apocalyptic scenarios and their implications with experts Annalee Newitz, Armin Ellis, and Lauren Oliver in this thought-provoking panel discussion.
Time Design: Exploring Concepts of Time Across Disciplines - InterPlanetary Festival 2018
Explore time's multifaceted nature through biology, archaeology, and physics in this panel discussion featuring experts Stefani Crabtree, Martine Rothblatt, and Van Savage.
Intelligent Systems, Music, and Social Engineering - InterPlanetary Festival Day 2
Explore intelligent systems, social engineering, and visualization with expert panels, plus a unique theremin concert. Dive into cutting-edge topics with leading thinkers and innovators.
Time Design and Motion & Energy Technology Panels - InterPlanetary Festival Day 1
Explore time design, motion & energy technology, and the search for extraterrestrial life with expert panels and a keynote on cutting-edge scientific topics.
InterPlanetary Festival - Opening Remarks and Sandbox Thinking Panel
Explore innovative sandboxes for thinking and playing, featuring insights from experts on creative problem-solving and interactive learning environments.
How Social Media Might Help You Survive the Next Big Disaster
Explore how social media and technology empower citizens to participate in disaster response, revolutionizing information sharing and emergency management during crises.
Beauty and Truth in Mathematics and Science - Lecture 1
Explore the role of beauty in guiding humanity's quest for understanding the world, examining interactions between beliefs, values, and scientific truth.
Reading Ancient Minds: Metaphor, Culture, and Complexity
Explore how cognitive science and archaeology reveal the impact of conceptual metaphors on human societies, challenging traditional views on cultural influence throughout history.
Groundhog Day: Scientific Practice and Time Loops
Explore how "Groundhog Day" reflects scientific practice with Murray Gell-Mann and Danny Rubin. Gain insights into the film's connection to scientific inquiry and experimentation.
The Evolution of the Human Family
Explore the evolutionary history of human family structures and their impact on society with insights from anthropology and complex systems research.
Interplanetary Festival - Exploring Complexity Science and Technological Innovation
Explore complexity science and technological innovation through engaging panels, art, music, and more at this unique summer festival blending science and culture.
Fall of the Roman Empire - Causes and Consequences
Explore the complex factors behind the Roman Empire's collapse, including climate change, pandemics, and societal shifts, in this thought-provoking analysis by historian Kyle Harper.
Echo Chambers in Science
Explore the phenomenon of echo chambers in scientific research, examining their impact on knowledge dissemination and potential solutions for fostering diverse perspectives in academia.
The Underappreciated Value of an Absence of Reliable Evidence
Explore the significance of lacking reliable evidence in research and decision-making, challenging assumptions and enhancing critical thinking in scientific inquiry.
The Ethics of Autonomous Vehicles - Navigating Legal and Ethical Complexities
Exploring the complex ethical, legal, and societal implications of autonomous vehicles beyond the "Trolley Problem," including safety standards, liability, cybersecurity, and regulatory challenges.
Hard Sci-Fi Worldbuilding - Robotics, Society, and Purpose
Explore the intersection of science fiction and complex systems science in this thought-provoking discussion on future societies, robotics, and human purpose with author Gary Bengier.
Art and Science as Parallel and Divergent Ways of Knowing
Explore the historical convergence and modern divergence of art and science as methods of understanding the world, with insights from artists, scientists, and cultural figures.
AI in Art History: Computational Analysis and Interpretation of Fine Art
Exploring AI's potential to revolutionize art history by analyzing light, shadow, and symbolic content in paintings, offering new insights into creation methods and hidden narratives.