Explore the relevance of threads in the era of asynchronous programming through this thought-provoking 50-minute keynote address from EuroPython 2018. Delve into topics such as thread sleeping, locking mechanisms, and the philosophical implications of concurrent programming. Learn about innovative concepts like the "DeathLock" and "Hewing," and discover how dye requests and dreams relate to threading. Gain insights from David Beazley's expertise as he challenges conventional wisdom and examines the continued importance of threads in modern software development. Conclude with a Q&A session to further expand your understanding of this critical programming paradigm.