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The AI Safety Munich Student Club's weekly open discussion on anything to do with compute verification. Newcomers welcome. Online; the link is posted in the club's WhatsApp group.
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September 2026
Mon
28
Monday, 28 September — 18:30 📍 my place, near Munich Central Station (Message me for the exact address.) We’re getting together for a movie night to watch The AI Doc: Or How I Became an Apocaloptimist, a new documentary about AI, its …
Sat
26
UPDATE: the ritual starts at 19:00 sharp, and we can't let anyone in once it starts. Please arrive between 18:20 and 18:45. Where: the winter garden of Munich Urban Colab, Freddie-Mercury-Straße 5, 80797 München (Kreativquartier). Thanks …
Thu
24
Wed
23
Join us for a philosophical discussion event. No academic training in philosophy necessary; just enthusiasm for exchanging ideas and points of view. In this event, participants suggest topics at the beginning of each meeting. We then vote …
Wed
23
As you may have noticed, a lot happened in the AI space over the last couple of weeks. Come and join us, when we have a closer look at the hugging face incident, where AI agents escaped their intended environment, established communication …
Sat
19
- In the group chat
Wed
16
AI can already communicate, create images and music, solve problems, and sometimes even appear empathetic. As AI becomes more capable, asking 'What defines a human?' isn't just abstract, it shapes the future we choose. In this discussion …
Thu
10
Wed
9
- In the group chat
Thu
3
August 2026
Sun
30
How good are you at estimating things you might know almost nothing about? In The Estimation Game, we'll tackle 10–15 non-trivial questions such as: * If all the photos uploaded to Instagram in one day were printed on a single continuous …
Thu
27
Wed
26
To look beyond their words, roles, and outward appearance – and to notice their emotions, contradictions, vulnerabilities, and what might remain unspoken. Being truly seen can feel comforting and connecting, but it can also feel exposing …
Wed
26
Join us for a community dinner at Café des Bellevue di Monaco! You're welcome whether you're actively engaging with effective altruism or simply curious about the ideas. 🌱 🕕 We'll meet at 18:30. This time, we'll discuss:📖 Consciousness …
Sun
23
A relaxed lake day at Karlsfelder See on Saturday, 22 August. The date is weather-dependent we'll confirm it a few days beforehand or move the whole thing if the weather looks bad. Meeting: 12:00 at München Hauptbahnhof, at the stairs …
Thu
20
Wed
19
In a world where technological advancement becomes faster and technology interferes more with our day to day lives the negative side effects become more and more feelable every day. People are lonelier than before, they feel more …
Wed
19
Hello EA Munich! Come join us for a special evening focused on authentic relating through body language. This session is about deep listening, mutual empathy, and exploring how we connect, not just with words, but with presence. Whether …
Thu
13
Tue
11
Twice a month we meet for dinner at Cafe des Bellevue di Monaco to socialize and discuss a paper or essay. feel free to join; reading the paper is highly encouraged but not required. Discussion Material: TBA
Thu
6
Tue
4
Hello EA Munich! Come join us on Tuesday, August 4th for a special evening focused on authentic relating through body language. This session is about deep listening, mutual empathy, and exploring how we connect, not just with words, but …
July 2026
Fri
31
In the next event, we deviate from our usual ML-heavy perspective and look into what the adjacent field of Child Development has to say about human intelligence. In focus is a lecture by Alison Gopnik, professor of psychology and cognitive …
Thu
30
Wed
29
There's a long tradition of thinking about fear and courage, and what's striking is how much the ideas pull against each other. One strand says most fear dissolves when you realize you've been guarding against things that were never really …
Wed
29
Figure out how good you are at doing Fermi estimates, test and calibrate your intuitions about non-trivial real world questions This is the Estimation game: a game where we as a group have to answer 10-15 questions of the style of "If all …
Tue
28
Making sense of History: Political Ethics and the Prospects of a Liberal Narrative in Hegel
Fri
24
What poem, song, painting, or photograph whispers love to you? Come to share, to listen, or simply to be inspired by the many ways love has been expressed through art and poetry. As Tagore wrote, "Love is an endless mystery, for it has …
Thu
23
Wed
22
How do you turn altruistic ideas into a high-impact career? Come hear it firsthand at the Speaker Series! We have the pleasure to host Jaime Raldúa Veuthey, CEO of Apart Research, an AI safety nonprofit whose global hackathons and …
Tue
21
This is a rerun on the book for the book discussion on The Art of Loving by Erich Fromm for those who couldn't join our last meetup. Is love a feeling that happens to us when we meet the right person, or is it a skill that we must actively …
Tue
21
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Tue
21
- In the group chat
Fri
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Thu
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Wed
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Join us for a book discusdion on The Art of Loving by Erich Fromm. Is love a feeling that happens to us when we meet the right person, or is it a skill that we must actively learn and practice? In this international bestseller …
Wed
15
Hello EA Munich! Come join us on Wednesday, July 15th for a special evening focused on authentic relating through body language. This session is about deep listening, mutual empathy, and exploring how we connect, not just with words, but …
Tue
14
Fri
10
"All being, it seemed, was built on opposites, on division ... Lover or thinker - no breath could both be in and out. Always the one paid for the other, though each was equally precious and essential." One of Hesse’s most haunting …
Thu
9
Wed
8
- In the group chat
Tue
7
Fri
3
Thu
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Wed
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When we fall in love, we often believe we've made a conscious choice. But how much of that choice is actually under our control? Are we guided by logic and shared values, or by attraction, chemistry, childhood experiences, and unconscious …
June 2026
Tue
30
Fri
26
Join us for a community dinner at Monopetros! You're welcome whether you're actively engaging with effective altruism or simply curious about the ideas. 🤗 🌱 It's a vegan picnic. So feel free to bring something to eat for yourself, and even …
Thu
25
Thu
25
Great news everyone, our next event is just around the corner: Let's visit the ESO Supernova talk "Exploring the mysteries of supermassive black holes" together. ESO Supernova is a modern planetarium centre (including a space exhibition) …
Tue
23
Tue
23
- In the group chat
Fri
19
Thu
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Thu
18
"He is alone and free, yet powerless and afraid. The newly won freedom appears as a curse." Why do people surrender their individuality so easily? And why do loneliness and anxiety grow in societies built on personal freedom? As old …
Wed
17
Join us for a philosophical discussion event. No academic training in philosophy necessary; just enthusiasm for exchanging ideas and points of view. In this event, participants suggest topics at the beginning of each meeting. We then vote …
Tue
16
Sat
13
Cosmic news everyone, ESO Supernova is a new planetarium centre (including a space museum) located on the Garching Research Campus, close to Munich. They offer a wide range of experiences, planetarium shows and tours related to cosmology …
Fri
12
What have you lost that still lingers within you? Loss is not only the territory of death. We grieve innocence. We grieve futures that never came to be. We grieve homes, identities, beliefs, soulmates, and seasons of life that once felt …
Thu
11
Tue
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Sun
7
Have you ever read a line that felt like it knew you? Or even carried words inside you that ache to cast their echoes into the world? Join us for a cosy Sunday morning poetry picnic - a circle of curious souls gathering beneath the shade …
Sat
6
- In the group chat
Fri
5
Thu
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Wed
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Join us for a philosophical discussion event. No academic training in philosophy necessary; just enthusiasm for exchanging ideas and points of view. In this event, participants suggest topics at the beginning of each meeting. We then vote …
Wed
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- In the group chat
Tue
2
May 2026
Thu
28
Thu
28
"I don’t know what’s worse: to not know what you are and be happy, or to become what you’ve always wanted to be, and feel alone." Through the story of Charlie Gordon, Flowers for Algernon immerses us in a slow, devastating transformation …
Tue
26
This time, we'll discuss the blogpost Forecasting is way overrated, and we should stop funding it Some related resources you might want to check out: * The comment section of the above post, as well as on lesswrong * Why forecasting fails …
Mon
25
Let's have a relaxed get-together at the Isar. We will meet at the Flaucher area. This is not a discussion event, but rather an opportunity to meet and connect outside our regular events. Both regulars and newcomers are welcome! Bring some …
Mon
25
There's a particular pleasure in reading next to someone. Just being together in the quiet of nature, each inside their own inner world, while knowing we could surface and find someone to share it with. Let's slowly close the long weekend …
Fri
22
Many of our group members have a software engineering background. In the past few years, software engineering has changed profoundly as LLMs rapidly got better at the verifiable aspects of the discipline. In this meetup event, we call on …
Fri
22
Thu
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Thu
21
- In the group chat
Tue
19
Book 1Opt: Discourse on Inequality (Part 2, start)
Tue
19
Sharp news everyone, the worldwide 2026 Pint of Science Festival is just around the corner, and of course we'll be in this. This festival features a series of talks from 18-20th May 2026 in different bars in Munich (and other cities). For …
Tue
19
We’re excited to launch the first iteration of the EA Munich Speaker Series with Patrick Gruban as our guest speaker. Patrick will discuss transitioning into an impactful career. He will share his own path from entrepreneurship to becoming …
Fri
15
How much of yourself do you show, and how much do you keep behind the curtain? We move through the world in layers: softening our edges, shaping personas, guarding our depths. Some veils protect. Some conceal. Some simply transform our …
Thu
14
Tue
12
Ch. 2, 5 (§25–32, 45–51), 9, 19 (§221–225, 242–end)
Sun
10
- In the group chat
Sat
9
Good afternoon beautiful people! It is my pleasure to announce that we will go for a picnic with EA Ulm in Augsburg on Saturday the 9th of May. The plan is as follows: - Everybody is welcome to bring a (vegan) shareable dish - We will meet …
Fri
8
Aren’t we often celebrating independence while quietly producing isolation? And if community is the place of belonging and care, why can it sometimes feel like pressure, and losing oneself? Individualism \- this promise that we become …
Fri
8
Thu
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Wed
6
Sharing aspects of our lives online has become a common part of how we communicate and interact. Different platforms and contexts encourage different ways of presenting information about ourselves. This discussion explores how we navigate …
Wed
6
- In the group chat
Tue
5
April 2026
Thu
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Mon
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- In the group chat
Fri
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Thu
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Thu
23
"Life is like a fire. Flames which the passer-by forgets. Ashes which the wind scatters." Through the story of Omar Khayyam, Samarkand immerses us into a world where philosophy, love, science, and rebellion meet under the same sky. Empires …
Thu
23
Curious on how you can make a difference? Chances are you can have a much bigger impact than you may imagine. Join us this intro presentation to learn more and enjoy free vegan pizzas and drinks ;) What to expect? A short presentation …
Wed
22
- In the group chat
Sun
19
- In the group chat
Thu
16
Thu
16
What if…? is about the paths we’ve never walked, yet that have never left us - a longing that persists and echoes within us, not because something ended, but because it never began. It lingers in quiet moments, in passing thoughts, in the …
Thu
16
Kosmische Neuigkeiten! Ein weiteres Event steht vor der Tür: An diesem Cafe-und-Kosmos-Abend erklärt Maja Lujan Niemeyer vom Max-Planck-Institut für Astrophysik, wie man mit der neuen Methode der Linienintensitätskartierung das Licht aller …
Wed
15
Connection is at the heart of what makes us human. It shapes how we relate to others, how we experience belonging, and how we navigate the world around us. Yet, connection is not always simple — it can be powerful, complex, and sometimes …
Tue
14
Join us for a community dinner at Bellevue di Monaco. You're welcome whether you're actively engaging with effective altruism or simply curious about the ideas. 🤗 To get the conversation started, we'll discuss the blogpost [If wild animal …
Sat
11
- In the group chat
Sat
11
This is part of the global ACX Spring Meetups Everywhere series, where communities around the world gather for informal, social meetups centered around readers of Astral Codex Ten and related communities. Location: Café at Pinakothek der …
Thu
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Thu
9
Solitude - this deliberate withdrawal from the noise of the outside world \- creates a space where one’s own voice can be heard\, where inner landscapes unfold and reveal who we are in a world that never stops moving\. It has long been …
Thu
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Wed
1
March 2026
Sun
29
In order to decode the Strange Loop that is Gödel, Escher, Bach, we need to assemble a sufficiently suspicious number of culprits. Our plan: read one chapter every other week, and gather in a cozy café to spiral into discussions about …
Fri
27
- In the group chat
Thu
26
Thu
26
What if space, time, matter, and even life itself are not built from solid objects, but from something far more abstract and fundamental: information? Why does nature obey mathematical laws with such eerie precision? How does complexity …
Fri
20
- In the group chat
Fri
20
A social evening with chocolate tasting, then discussions of Why I am not a Bayesian, post-AGI economics, learning what matters, malevolence and social dark matter, and a session with the local Gödel, Escher, Bach reading group. About 60 …
Thu
19
Wed
18
Join us for a philosophical discussion event. No academic training in philosophy necessary; just enthusiasm for exchanging ideas and points of view. In this event, participants suggest topics at the beginning of each meeting. We then vote …
Fri
13
Let's have a fun evening discussing the position paper "Welcome to the era of experience", where David Silver & Richard Sutton talk about their view on the next frontier in AGI research. [Read the paper …
Thu
12
Tue
10
Join us for a community dinner at Bellevue di Monaco. You're welcome whether you're actively engaging with effective altruism or simply curious about the ideas. 🤗 To get the conversation started, we'll ask ourselves: Will EA donations …
Thu
5
Wed
4
This is a book club discussion of: [The Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood Is Causing an Epidemic of Mental Illness](https://amzn.eu/d/ctrplQO) by Jonathan Haidt. 400 pages or 10 hours of audio. Finishing the book is …
February 2026
Thu
26
Thu
26
"The gut is not just a digestive organ; it is a sensory organ, constantly talking to the brain." A quiet, ongoing dialogue between brain and gut - carried through nerves, hormones, and microbes - shapes how we think, feel, and interact …
Sun
22
📚🐢 Summoning fellow strange loop enjoyers… 🐢📚 Have you ever casually dropped “this reminds me of Hofstadter” into a conversation and watched everyone slowly back away? Perfect. You’re exactly who we need. We’re gathering a small cabal of …
Sat
21
Music is one of the most powerful things humans ever invented - or perhaps discovered? A sequence of invisible vibrations somehow becomes emotion, memory, identity, belonging. We don’t simply listen to music - we recognize ourselves in it …
Sat
21
- In the group chat
Thu
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Wed
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Join us for a philosophical discussion event. No academic training in philosophy necessary; just enthusiasm for exchanging ideas and points of view. In this event, participants suggest topics at the beginning of each meeting. We then vote …
Mon
16
- In the group chat
Thu
12
Thu
12
Life’s meaning is one of the oldest questions humans have asked. Once tied to duty, faith, or enduring hardship, it is now often equated with happiness and self-fulfillment - yet psychology suggests that what feels most meaningful is …
Wed
11
- In the group chat
Tue
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Fri
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Wed
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For others, it means freedom, shared moments, or simply knowing someone is there. Across cultures, languages and life experiences, friendship can look and feel very different — especially for locals, internationals and expats navigating …
Tue
3
- In the group chat
January 2026
Thu
29
Thu
29
Poetry - music woven from words - is more than a language of the heart. It shapes thought and behavior across society, surfacing even where we least expect it - such as political rhetoric and diplomatic speech. It is both an art and a tool …
Wed
28
- In the group chat
Tue
27
The pre-imperial period in China saw the development of a rich landscape of philosophical schools. In this paper, the authors introduce us to five different conceptions of knowledge as they appear in the writings of influential classical …
Sun
25
Hi everyone! ✨ The Silent Book Club has been founded a little over a year ago, and our meetups have gotten a lot of traction. Now I would like to host another meetup for newbies who have not yet been able to attend or who would just love …
Fri
23
Thu
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Thu
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Let’s have our last cosy Slow Down gathering to slow the week to a close - stepping out of noise and urgency, and simply enjoying curling into a corner with a book, sinking into our inner world through journaling, and sharing warm company …
Wed
21
Join us for a philosophical discussion event. No academic training in philosophy necessary; just enthusiasm for exchanging ideas and points of view. In this event, participants suggest topics at the beginning of each meeting. We then vote …
Wed
21
- In the group chat
Tue
20
Reasonable people can disagree, but can there be reasonable disagreement? Feldman engages with this question by discussing the nature of disagreements between reasonable people within the context of religion.
Thu
15
Wed
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- In the group chat
Tue
13
In epistemology, the regress problem is the argument that if knowledge is a true, justified belief, then the justification must itself rest on another proposition that must itself be justified. One possible resolution of the regress …
Sun
11
Pornografie, Selbstvermarktung, Machtverhältnisse und wer darüber wie reden darf Im November wurde in Ulm eine Podiumsdiskussion zum Thema OnlyFans gecancelt. Kurz werden wir uns den Hintergründen widmen, bevor das Thema selbst in Form …
Thu
8
Wed
7
In this meetup we will reflect on the last year and look ahead to the next year. Compared to our past meetings this is a more open topic and probaly also a bit more personal. The meeting will be split into two parts. First we will talk …
Wed
7
- In the group chat
Sat
3
Thu
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December 2025
Fri
19
At the beginning of 2025, our group discussed the gap between state-of-the-art AI systems and Artificial General Intelligence (AGI), focusing on topics such as reasoning, world models, continual learning, social intelligence, and …
Fri
19
Thu
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Wed
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Let's dive into this topic together and share our thoughts and experiences! It doesn't matter where you stand with and how much knowledge or experience you have with regard to this topic. Everyone is welcome and fresh perspectives are …
Tue
16
Is epistemology continuous with science or is it a different sort of inquiry? By way of a critique of Descartes foundationalism and by presenting the naturalist alternative, Kornblith argues for a fully empirical epistemology.
Mon
15
Von der Revolutionsmythologie bis zum woken Bullshit – postfaktische Dynamiken kommen nicht nur von rechts. Das zeigt das Buch »Zurück nach vorn« (Alibri-Verlag 2025), das sich zentral um Irrungen und Wirrungen der (radikalen) Linken …
Sat
13
In order to decode the Strange Loop that is Gödel, Escher, Bach, we need to assemble a sufficiently suspicious number of culprits. Our plan: read one chapter every other week, and gather in a cozy café to spiral into discussions about …
Fri
12
A social meetup and lightning talks on Friday; discussions of functional decision theory, coup dynamics and elite coordination on Saturday; the Museum Mensch und Natur on Sunday.
Thu
11
Tue
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Strawson takes us through how philosophers have tried (and failed) to answer skepticism, before turning to Hume's naturalistic approach that bypasses it. Through Hume, Moore, Wittgenstein, Carnap, and Stroud, he shows how naturalism offers …
Sat
6
Let’s spend a cosy evening together by turning off our screens, sharing stillness together, and reconnecting through reading, journaling, sketching, or any reflective or creative medium of your choice. It’s not about productivity or …
Fri
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Thu
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Wed
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Join us for a philosophical discussion event. No academic training in philosophy necessary; just enthusiasm for exchanging ideas and points of view. In this event, participants suggest topics at the beginning of each meeting. We then vote …
Tue
2
Knowledge is organised in systems, where the different components are ordered based on their mutual relationships in a way which makes reasoning and understating easier. A question then naturally arises: what is the correct way of building …
November 2025
Thu
27
Tue
25
Has General AI already taken over? Are we already in the Matrix? Take the red pill and come discuss the causal theory of reference, a critique of the Turing Test, and Hilary Putnam’s famous paper that started a movie franchise.
Sun
23
In order to decode the Strange Loop that is Gödel, Escher, Bach, we need to assemble a sufficiently suspicious number of culprits. Our plan: read one chapter every other week, and gather in a cozy café to spiral into discussions about …
Fri
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Wed
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Tue
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In this text, Hume takes the empiricism of Locke and pushes it to its sceptical conclusion. The idea that if all knowledge is based on experience, then our inductions cannot be justified.
Mon
17
Keine Reservierung notwendig! Einfach vorbeikommen! Till Randolf Amelung ist Redakteur des Blogs und Vorstandsmitglied der Initiative Queer Nations e.V. - einem queeren Think Tank, der unter anderem das Jahrbuch Sexualitäten herausgibt. Er …
Sun
16
In order to decode the Strange Loop that is Gödel, Escher, Bach, we need to assemble a sufficiently suspicious number of culprits. Our plan: read one chapter every other week, and gather in a cozy café to spiral into discussions about …
Sat
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- In the group chat
Thu
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In this chapter Leibniz responds directly to Locke’s criticisms of innate knowledge, defending the rationalist position that the mind has built-in structures and ideas.
Sat
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Hi fellow introverts! There will be an informal book club meetup again tomorrow, and we still have space for a few more people. We might be blessed with a warm weekend but whatever happens, sun, rain or hail - let's meet @ Museum …
Fri
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Wed
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💡 How will Artificial Intelligence reshape our jobs, the economy, and our society? What are the risks of widespread labor displacement, and what are the opportunities for unprecedented productive synergy? How can we design policies to …
Tue
4
- In the group chat
Tue
4
In the first short reading Locke is critical of the Rationalist idea that was widespread at the time, that people are born with certain innate ideas or knowledge.In the second short reading Locke introduces his view, that all knowledge …
October 2025
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Join us for a philosophical discussion event. No academic training in philosophy necessary; just enthusiasm for exchanging ideas and points of view. In this event, participants suggest topics at the beginning of each meeting. We then vote …
Tue
28
Zagzebski discusses the traditional definition of knowledge as justified true belief and Gettiers objections before advancing her own definition of knowledge. In seeking to address the objections put forward by Gettier, Zagzebski provides …
Tue
28
💡 Do you seek to create purpose, meaning and positive change with your career, and maybe also are interested in an intellectual and compassionate community? Maybe you already have heard about Effective Altruism once before, but haven't …
Mon
27
Wer glaubt denn noch, dass es nur 2 Geschlechter gibt? Die Biologie ist da schon viel weiter! Wohl noch nie was von Clownfischen, Intersexualität und gegengeschlechtlichen Gehirnen gehört? Aber wenn man sich die Argumente für das …
Sun
26
In order to decode the Strange Loop that is Gödel, Escher, Bach, we need to assemble a sufficiently suspicious number of culprits. Our plan: read one chapter every other week, and gather in a cozy café to spiral into discussions about …
Fri
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💡 Do you seek to create purpose, meaning and positive change with your career, and maybe also are interested in an intellectual and compassionate community? Then join us for this introduction to the concepts behind Effective Altruism and …
Tue
21
Platos Dialogue starts with Meno, a young Aristocrat, asking Socrates whether virtue is teachable. Socrates answers the question in both an affirmative and a negative way in an entertaining dialogue with an intriguing sideplot.
Fri
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Let’s finish the week by slowing down, turning off our screens, sharing stillness, and reconnecting through reading, journaling, sketching, or any reflective or creative medium of your choice. It’s not about productivity or performance …
Thu
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Wed
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In a world that constantly demands more — more speed, more productivity, more connection — mindfulness and meditation promise the opposite: stillness, awareness, and presence. But what do these practices really bring into our lives — …
Sun
12
In order to decode the Strange Loop that is Gödel, Escher, Bach, we need to assemble a sufficiently suspicious number of culprits. Our plan: read one chapter every other week, and gather in a cozy café to spiral into discussions about …
Thu
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Sat
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Let’s start the weekend by slowing down, turning off our screens, and reconnecting through reading, journaling, sketching, or any reflective/creative medium of your choice. It’s not about productivity or performance - it’s about presence …
Thu
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Wed
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September 2025
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In order to decode the Strange Loop that is Gödel, Escher, Bach, we need to assemble a sufficiently suspicious number of culprits. Our plan: read one chapter every other week, and gather in a cozy café to spiral into discussions about …
Fri
26
“Water remembers. It is humans who forget.” In this novel, memory flows like water - and water becomes both witness and archive, carrying forgotten voices across centuries, erased by colonialism, of cultures stolen and silenced. Shafak …
Thu
25
Thu
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Discussion on https://forum.effectivealtruism.org/posts/inixkyTuC6fzXDp2B/half-monkey-half-god-the-key-to-replacing-guilt-summary and the other linked posts Event details: * 02025/09/25 - 6:30 pm - 9:45 pm CET * Teamwork, Müllerstraße 35 …
Wed
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Join us for a philosophical discussion event. No academic training in philosophy necessary; just enthusiasm for exchanging ideas and points of view. In this event, participants suggest topics at the beginning of each meeting. We then vote …
Wed
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- In the group chat
Mon
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- In the group chat
Sat
20
Let’s spend a slow, spontaneous Saturday morning together, in the last golden days of summer ☀️ We’ll gather by the Isar close to U-bahn Fraunhoferstr, spread out blankets, share pastries, and sink into the magic of our books. Here’s the …
Thu
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Wed
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Join us for a philosophical discussion event. No academic training in philosophy necessary; just enthusiasm for exchanging ideas and points of view. In this event, participants suggest topics at the beginning of each meeting. We then vote …
Sun
14
In order to decode the Strange Loop that is Gödel, Escher, Bach, we need to assemble a sufficiently suspicious number of culprits. Our plan: read one chapter every other week, and gather in a cozy café to spiral into discussions about …
Fri
12
AI models, especially LLMs, are generally focused on achieving performance in high-level cognitive skills. But what about fundamental cognitive abilities that humans already aquire early in life? The [Core Knowledge …
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Modern society is far removed from our evolutionary roots. With the increase of wealth and individualism, the role of men and women in society no longer need to follow any predetermined rules or stereotypes. On the other hand, it has …
August 2025
Sun
31
Join us for a relaxing walk in Westpark, as we explore our connections to the animals that share our urban green spaces. Whether you’re a pet owner, a birdwatcher, or someone who just appreciates wildlife, this is an opportunity to reflect …
Fri
29
Let’s mix some fun with deep discussions! We’re inviting everyone interested in Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) to join us for a relaxed evening of bowling 🎳 Whether you’re a researcher, a student, or just curious about AGI, you’re …
Thu
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Fri
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“In order to understand the world, one has to turn away from it on occasion.” In every page, we are challenged to ask: What makes a life worth living? And in a world without guarantees, can the act of living itself be its own kind of …
Thu
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Wed
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At some point in life, many of us wonder: What does it really mean to shape one’s own path? Is true autonomy possible, or do we inevitably trade one form of dependency for another? The idea of self-employment often carries with it the …
Wed
20
What if your attempts to improve your life, through discipline, optimization, or “just trying harder”, are actually feeding the very structure that’s keeping you stuck? This month’s discussion centers on Valentine's “[Slack Matters More …
Sat
16
Hi fellow introverts! It's summer hermit mode over here but it's also time to have another silent book club meeting. We might be blessed with a warm weekend but whatever happens, sun, rain or hail - let's meet @ Museum Brandhorst at our …
Thu
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Wed
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* How does alcohol harm society beyond the individual? * Is moderation a moral compromise, or just realistic? * Can cultural change happen without prohibition? Let's discuss! Joins us for a evening of debate on whether Alcohol is bad for …
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Join this workshop to learn about how you could have more impact with your career in a way that works for you. You will learn about impactful career paths and how to compare them, and you will explore your own fit for these paths in …
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July 2025
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Heute geht es ausnahmsweise nicht um Skeptics in the Pub, sondern um eine Veranstaltung unserer Freunde vom Club Volantaire. Freut euch auf eine spannende und differenzierte Podiumsdiskussion am 25.7.25 um 19 Uhr im Projektraum Nautilus …
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Can AI truly make new discoveries, or is it just remixing what it's seen before? In this meetup, we'll explore DeepMind's recent work: [AlphaEvolve – A coding agent for scientific and algorithmic …
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This event will revolve around left-handedness. We’ll take a look at language: the word left in many languages doesn’t exactly inspire trust. In English, “left-handed” can imply awkwardness or even dishonesty. The Latin sinistrum gave rise …
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We are excited to announce that Prof. Christof Rapp (LMU), our guest speaker this semester, will give a talk on Ancient Virtue Ethics. Please sign up here if you plan to attend: https://www.philosophiamunich.org/ On the website, you will …
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In order to decode the Strange Loop that is Gödel, Escher, Bach, we need to assemble a sufficiently suspicious number of culprits. Our plan: read one chapter every other week, and gather in a cozy café to spiral into discussions about …
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Let's explore these and other questions together. It doesn't matter how much knowledge or experience you have with regard to this topic, you are very welcome to join! If you've never participated before, here's what to expect: 2 hours of …
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What makes one morally responsible? Is a group, such as a corporation, the kind of entity that can be held morally responsible? These are the central questions in Philip Pettit’s Responsibility Incorporated. In Sections I-IV Pettit …
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"We don't have to do everything in order to be everything, because we are already infinite. While we are alive we always contain a future of multifarious possibility." This novel is stepped into, like the infinite rows of lives unlived it …
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Would you rather be a Loving Saint or a Rational Saint—or would you rather not be a saint at all? In this sharp and elegant essay, Susan Wolf challenges the assumption of moral perfection as the highest human ideal. She asks us to consider …
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In order to decode the Strange Loop that is Gödel, Escher, Bach, we need to assemble a sufficiently suspicious number of culprits. Our plan: read one chapter every other week, and gather in a cozy café to spiral into discussions about …
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Hi everyone! As the weather is beautiful these days, I thought it would be a wonderful idea to do our first open air book club. We will kick off our Saturday morning at Lab Coffee right by Fraunhofer Straße, which serves delicious (iced) …
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Hursthouse introduces virtue ethics and contrasts it with deontological and consequentialist theories, responding to common criticisms. She then applies the theory to the abortion debate, arguing that we should assess such decisions in …
June 2025
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Deontological views, despite their intuitive appeal, can be puzzling. For example, murder is wrong and, ordinarily, it is still wrong even if prohibiting it results in more murders overall. But how can it be rational to forbid a wrong act …
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In order to decode the Strange Loop that is Gödel, Escher, Bach, we need to assemble a sufficiently suspicious number of culprits. Our plan: read one chapter every other week, and gather in a cozy café to spiral into discussions about …
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Sometimes, we feel it clearly: I chose this. I decided. I'm walking my path. We experience ourselves as the authors of our thoughts and actions, with real options to choose from. And yet—just moments later—we may feel like we’re on …
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What does it mean to treat a person not merely as a means to an end, but as an end in themselves? Join us for an introduction into Kantian ethics and how they differ from utilitarian approaches.
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* Under what conditions are wars permissible, if at all? * Which recent and ongoing wars could we classify as just, if at all? * Can we find a middle point between pacifism and just war theory? * Does it even make sense to defend pacifism …
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In order to decode the Strange Loop that is Gödel, Escher, Bach, we need to assemble a sufficiently suspicious number of culprits. Our plan: read one chapter every other week, and gather in a cozy café to spiral into discussions about …
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Please de-RSVP if you know can't make it, since we have to limit the number of participants, and more people will have a chance to join. RSVPs have been unreliable, which makes it harder for us to organize. Thank you! Policy: Bring your …
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"... So many people live such an unreal life. They take the images outside of them for reality and never allow the world within to assert itself.” This novel is not merely read - it is experienced, questioned, and echoed in the reader’s …
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Are we the sum of our inner world – our thoughts, beliefs, intentions? Or are we ultimately defined by what we do, how we show up, and the choices we make? We might describe ourselves through thoughts and intentions: “I meant well.” …
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If in 1938 you saw a man that looked like Hitler drowning, would it be right to jump in to save him? Would it be right to praise another for doing so? When is it acceptable to break a moral rule? Join us for a discussion of how moral rules …
May 2025
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Join us for an engaging evening of ideas, discussion, community and impact! As part of my work for the [Compassionate Future Initiative](https://compassionate-future.org/) and in preparation for EA Global London 2025, I’ll be giving a …
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Is our capacity to make moral judgments, as Kant believed, a mark of our transcendence—or is it merely the product of evolution by natural selection? If our moral faculties are shaped by evolutionary pressures, why does our moral discourse …
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In order to decode the Strange Loop that is Gödel, Escher, Bach, we need to assemble a sufficiently suspicious number of culprits. Our plan: read one chapter every other week, and gather in a cozy café to spiral into discussions about …
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In this meetup we will talk about competition and cooperation as two antithetic ways how to relate oneself to one's environment. Some of us tend to base their thoughts and actions towards others on a competitive world view. Others might …
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Bambrough provides a proof that morality is objective, requiring only commonsense belief and in a fashion analogous to Moore's famous proof of the external world. Can such a proof satisfy the moral skeptic?
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Kam das Virus aus dem Labor? Mit der Wortkeule "Verschwörungstheorie" wurden in den letzten Jahren leider immer wieder seriöse, anständige Menschen und ihre sinnvollen Argumente diffamiert. Am aktuellen Beispiel der "Labortheorie Wuhan" …
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Join us for a philosophical discussion event with a slightly different format than our usual ones. No academic training in philosophy necessary; just enthusiasm for exchanging ideas and points of view. We will meet at Milchhäusl, then walk …
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AI/ML research is driven by benchmarks. In this meetup, we’ll explore the benchmarks that matter most for AGI. The goal is to collectively map where current SOTA (state-of-the-art) AI stands, and where it still falls short. Format: Round …
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George Edward Moore gives a definition of ethics that goes beyond the often considered goodness of conduct and delineates it from casuistry. The definitions and arguments in this book chapter are not only helpful for other literature we …
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In order to decode the Strange Loop that is Gödel, Escher, Bach, we need to assemble a sufficiently suspicious number of culprits. Our plan: read one chapter every other week, and gather in a cozy café to spiral into discussions about …
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Let’s get together for a 2-hour conversation about working culture—what shapes it, how it feels, and how it differs across contexts. We’ll explore our experiences with communication styles, expectations at work, and how we navigate …
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George Edward Moore gives a definition of ethics that goes beyond the often considered goodness of conduct and delineates it from casuistry. The definitions and arguments in this book chapter are not only helpful for other literature we …
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Tolle Neuigkeiten, ein weiteres Event steht vor der Tür: Diesmal dreht sich alles um das Thema Dunkle Materie und die Frage danach, welche Rolle die hypothetischen Axionen hier einnehmen. In einem Vortrag im Muffatwerk spricht Dr. Johannes …
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How do the languages we speak affect our self-perception, the world around us, and the way we think? Learning a new language opens "doors to new experiences and knowledge. We come to see the world differently, and our brains are …
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Greetings, Amazing Human Beings, What is Effective Altruism? Effective Altruism is a young social movement and intellectual project centered on the question: How can we use our limited resources to make the greatest possible positive …
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Please de-RSVP if you know can't make it, since we have to limit the number of participants, and more people will have a chance to join. RSVPs have been unreliable, which makes it harder for us to organize. Thank you! Policy: Bring your …
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April 2025
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Join us for a philosophical discussion event with a slightly different format than our usual ones. No academic training in philosophy necessary; just enthusiasm for exchanging ideas and points of view. In this event, participants suggest …
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Are there inherent moral responsibilities of a scientist? Karl Popper lays out some applicable thoughts and touches some topics that we will deepen throughout the semester. Though written and read at a congress in 1968, the practical …
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Oder: Zur Weisheit von Spidermans Onkel Heteronormative Legosteine? Weiße im Museum unerwünscht? Wirkt das irgendwie befremdlich? Aber Achtung: Wer widerspricht, will nur seine „Privilegien“ bewahren. An derartigen Phänomenen und den …
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In order to decode the Strange Loop that is Gödel, Escher, Bach, we need to assemble a sufficiently suspicious number of culprits. Our plan: read one chapter every other week, and gather in a cozy café to spiral into discussions about …
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Hi friends! With spring time upon us and the sun stroking our winter-weary heads, I am starting to feel a lot more outdoorsy. What about you? Yesterday I had the privilege to be taken around the Schliersee by a tour guide and fell in love …
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Hello EA Munich! Come join us on Tuesday, April 15th for a special evening focused on authentic relating through body language. This session is about deep listening, mutual empathy, and exploring how we connect—not just with words, but …
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Hello everyone! Spring is coming—and so is our first hike this year! Join us on Sunday, April 13th for a day of nature, deep convos, and group vibes as we hike above Tegernsee, taking in alpine views and good company. To join, sign up via …
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Calling all sci-fi enthusiasts, writers, poets, and multimedia artists in Munich! Join us for a unique and immersive Sci-Fi Writing Workshop on Protocols, inspired by the cutting-edge Summer of Protocols program. Link …
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Tolle Neuigkeiten, ein weiteres Event steht vor der Tür: Diesmal dreht sich alles um das Thema Antimaterie und die Frage danach, woher das Ungleichgewicht zwischen Materie und Antimaterie im Universum kommt. In einem Vortrag im Muffatwerk …
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Hello everyone! ⚡ Lightning Talks are back! Join us for an evening of fast-paced sharing and good conversation on Monday, April 7th. These short talks are a beloved classic at EA events: A space to share something you’ve recently been …
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Reasoning is the new frontier in LLMs. At least one successful formula for producing reasoning in LLMs is now in the public domain, thanks to [DeepSeek-R1 Zero and DeepSeek-R1](https://arxiv.org/abs/2501.12948). However, lots of open …
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Hello EA Munich! Join us for a Community Dinner & Discussion on Building Better Institutions this Thursday, April 3rd, at TeamWorks! We'll be cooking together, eating together, and thinking together—about how we can improve institutional …
March 2025
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Hello EA Munich! Join us for a Movie Night with discussion! We’re watching Snowpiercer, a dystopian sci-fi thriller with deep ethical undertones — perfect for an EA-style reflection. This is also the first event hosted by one of our new …
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Please de-RSVP if you know can't make it, since we have to limit the number of participants, and more people will have a chance to join. RSVPs have been unreliable, which makes it harder for us to organize. Thank you! Policy: Bring your …
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What if infinity isn’t just a maths concept… but a mirror of how we see, create, and experience the world? Could it be that infinity shows up not just in equations, but in art, perception, and the way we live and imagine? Join us for a …
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* How resilient is NATO in the face of US disengagement? What would an independent European security architecture look like? * Should the EU develop more explicit nuclear deterrents, or focus more ever urgently on non-proliferation and …
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Join us for a philosophical discussion event with a slightly different format than our usual ones. No academic training in philosophy necessary; just enthusiasm for exchanging ideas and points of view. In this event, participants suggest …
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- In the group chat
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Woher Mythen über Ernährung und Essen kommen - und warum sie sich so hartnäckig halten Was mit Essen zieht in den Medien immer, vom Boulevard über Frauenmagazine bis zu Qualitätsblättern. Noch dazu mischen in den sozialen Medien …
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Hello Everyone, Do you want to get better at expressing preferences? At saying No? At negotiating what you need? This event is for you! Join us for an Authentic Relating event focused on self-expression, happening on Monday, July 22nd …
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📢 Event Announcement: Genetic Engineering - An opportunity for EA or a driver of Inequality? (13.03.25) Hello EA Munich! Join us for a Community Dinner & Discussion on Gene Therapy and if it will level the playing field or fuel inequality …
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Is modern life moving too fast for us to truly experience it? Work, technology, and social expectations demand that we move at an ever-accelerating pace. The German philosopher Hartmut Rosa argues that this speed doesn’t just shape our …
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Tolle Neuigkeiten, am 6. März 2025 besuchen wir die 360° Planetarium-Show Der Overview Effekt – Wie Raumfahrt unseren Blick auf die Erde verändert Wichtig: Für diese Show sind Tickets (6,50 EUR) erforderlich und müssen im Voraus direkt auf …
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Important: As a small group, last-minute cancellations and no-shows significantly impact our discussions. Please only sign up if you're sure you can attend. If your plans change, kindly update your RSVP as soon as possible so others can …
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Hello EA Munich! Join us for a Community Dinner & Discussion on How Effective Altruism Can Work With Conservatives on March 3rd, 2025. We'll cook, eat, and explore ideas together in a casual setting. 📅 Event Details: * 🕕 When: 03.03.25 …
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Please de-RSVP if you know can't make it, since we have to limit the number of participants, and more people will have a chance to join. RSVPs have been unreliable, which makes it harder for us to organize. Thank you! Tim will be hosting …
February 2025
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We will soon reach a point where we will see significant emergent behaviours in AI that will be difficult, if not impossible, to explain. The debate around AI consciousness is thus raging more loudly than ever. Researchers are beginning to …
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A book club for AI research: the R1 paper, with a visual guide to reasoning LLMs as background.
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How aware are we of ourselves, of others, of the invisible threads that connect us? We often navigate social spaces on autopilot, shaped by habits we rarely question. But what happens when we pause, reflect, and truly pay attention? In …
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Biologically inspired models are growing in popularity as a mean to acheive better performance and more generalization with AI. Spiking Neural Networks (SNN) simulate the spikes used by biological neurons to communicate with each other …
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Join us for a philosophical discussion event with a slightly different format than our usual ones. No academic training in philosophy necessary; just enthusiasm for exchanging ideas and points of view. In this event, participants suggest …
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Woher Mythen über Ernährung und Essen kommen- und warum sie sich so hartnäckig halten Was mit Essen zieht in den Medien immer, vom Boulevard über Frauenmagazine bis zu Qualitätsblättern. Noch dazu mischen in den sozialen Medien Influencer …
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Please de-RSVP if you know can't make it, since we have to limit the number of participants, and more people will have a chance to join. RSVPs have been unreliable, which makes it harder for us to organize. Thank you! For the full …
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In this discussion we´ll explore the intersection of technology and human experience, tackling questions like: How will automation and AI change job roles, and what new skill sets will be needed in the workforce of tomorrow? Can we …
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For the full description of this event, please see the group description. This Saturday will be another round of the Silent Book Club Chapter in Munich, a cozy space for quiet companionship and connecting with nerdy people. Policy: Bring …
January 2025
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"Do we see the world as it truly is, or as evolution shaped us to perceive it?" Drawing on cutting-edge research from cognitive neuroscience, evolutionary biology, and quantum physics, Hoffman challenges the very foundation of our …
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"Why do we cry for characters we know don’t exist? Join us as we unravel the paradox of fiction and explore how our emotions defy logic in the fictional realm. Can we really feel for the imaginary?"Have you ever cried during a play, or hid …
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Reflect, Envision, and Act on Your Values Join us for an engaging workshop exploring the ethical foundations of your values and translate them into meaningful, high-impact actions. Evening Plan: Introduction: Values Lightning Talk (5 min) …
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Please sign up here if you plan to attend: https://forms.gle/C1HUTyhp957nrQbDA Peter Adamson, professor at LMU and King's College London and renowned host of the podcast History of Philosophy without any gaps, will present how animals were …
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Wie religiöser Fundamentalismus und Rechtsradikalismus die offene Gesellschaft bedrohen Aufklärung und Moderne brachten enorme gesellschaftliche Umwälzungen und Unsicherheit mit sich. Alte Institutionen und Gewissheiten verloren ihre …
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For the full description of this event, please see the group description. This Saturday will be another round of the Silent Book Club Chapter in Munich, a cozy space for quiet companionship and connecting with nerdy people. Policy: Bring …
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We’ll discuss questions such as: 1. How do societal norms influence our perception of femininity? 2. Can femininity and feminism coexist harmoniously? 3. How do media and cultural narratives shape the image of femininity? 4. What does it …
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Can we separate the art from the artist? How should we evaluate and engage with such art? Liao explores the philosophical consensus on this issue, examining the tension between moral and aesthetic values, where neither fully dominates the …
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2024 was a year of stunning advances in AI capabilities, especially in the domain of reasoning. [Deepmind's AlphaProof](https://deepmind.google/discover/blog/ai-solves-imo-problems-at-silver-medal-level/) performed at the level of a silver …
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Join us for an engaging group discussion on the evolving roles of men and women in modern society. We’ll explore how cultural, social, and professional expectations have shifted in recent years. This is an opportunity to share diverse …
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Explore the captivating history and ideas of the 20th-century movement called existentialism. "At the Existentialist Café" takes you through the movement's origins, its role in postwar liberation movements, and its lasting relevance today …
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- In the group chat
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December 2024
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Discussion Questions: How do you define self-awareness, and why is it important in your daily life? Can you share a moment when increased self-awareness positively impacted your decisions or actions? What are some common barriers you face …
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Hi everyone, It’s time to celebrate the end of the year with some festive fun! Join us for the EA Munich Christmas Party on Tuesday, December 17th. Let’s enjoy holiday cheer with Christmas cookies, glühwein, and good company. Details: * …
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For the full description of this event, please see the group description. This Saturday will be another round of the Silent Book Club Chapter in Munich, a cozy space for quiet companionship and connecting with nerdy people. Policy: Bring …
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Introverts and extroverts represent two fascinating and diverse approaches to experiencing and interacting with the world. While extroverts often thrive in energetic, social settings, introverts may find joy in quieter, more introspective …
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Are the special sciences reducible to physics? What does it mean exactly to reduce a scientific theory to a physical theory? In positivist philosophy, reductionism posits that the phenomena studied by the special sciences should ultimately …
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Hi everyone, Join us on Tuesday, December 10th, for a thoughtful evening discussing Animal Welfare from an EA perspective. Whether you’re passionate about the topic or just curious to learn more, this is a great opportunity to share ideas …
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The Physics Nobel Prize 2024 was partially awarded to John Hopfield for his model of associative memory. In the next meetup event, let's come together and have a discussion on Hopfield Networks. Why are Hopfield Networks interesting? 1\ …
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What would you change about the world if you had the power to do so? This meetup is a little twist to our usual discussions and deep-dives. We will explore ideas on things that are common around us - whether it's rules, regulations, or …
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What animates Mathematics? It may be its empirical origins and its ties to other natural sciences, as the origin of geometry and analysis suggest. Or it could be a philosophical notion of rigour, as pursued by many, especially to solve the …
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Hi everyone, Join us on Tuesday, December 3rd, for an engaging evening discussing the role of rationality in Effective Altruism. Whether you’re well-versed in EA ideas or just curious, this is a great opportunity to meet others, exchange …
November 2024
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For the full description of this event, please see the group description. This Saturday will be another round of the Silent Book Club Chapter in Munich, a cozy space for quiet companionship and connecting with nerdy people. Policy: Bring …
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Poorly informed and bad voting can have serious political consequences. According to Jason Brennan, just as we have the right to not have an incompetent surgeon operate on us, we also have the right to not have the political decisions of …
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For the full description of this event, please see the group description. This Saturday will be another round of the bimonthly get-together of the Munich Book Club for Introverts, a cozy space for quiet companionship and connecting with …
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"Why are we so good at accumulating more information and power, but far less successful at acquiring wisdom?" - With this question, Harari opens Nexus, setting the stage for the essential role of wisdom in guiding us through the …
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Note the location is changed! Please subscribe to our mailing list or contact us directly for updates about the meeting place. Is it ever justified to kill innocents in a war? Anscombe argues that pacifism, along with the rejection of the …
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We are thrilled to invite you to TEDxTUM, where the theme “Still Charging” captures the dynamic and ever-evolving spirit of our community: It represents the ongoing journey of students, researchers, and visionaries driven by curiosity and …
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Hello everyone! This group is inspired by a Meetup Group in Berlin, which Munich has been missing dearly. The idea is to create a space where introverted book lovers, or anyone with a few spare hours and a desire to gather, can come …
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Note the location is changed! Please subscribe to our mailing list or contact us directly for updates about the meeting place. Technology is often seen as neutral, with its political impact determined by how it's used within social and …
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Hello Everyone! Join us for a thoughtful discussion on balancing local and global efforts at our Community Social event on Tuesday, November 12th. Event Details: * When: Tuesday, November 12th, from 19:00 to 21:30 * Where: Teamwork …
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Good news everyone, we finally will visit Deutsches Museum together! Let's meet at 11 a.m. in the entrance area of Deutsches Museum, just next to the ticket counters. There, everyone can get their ticket. The first area we will head to …
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As they are passed on from generation to generation, societal narratives become more and more entangled with our values and deeply ingrained in our collective subconscious, transforming finally, into intrinsic parts of our cultures and …
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Note the location might be changed! Please subscribe to our mailing list or contact us directly for updates about the meeting place. “Our words, our phrases, our forms and processes and modes of thought, are common property which every …
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Greetings, Amazing Human Beings, What is Effective Altruism? Effective Altruism is a young social movement and intellectual project centered on the question: How can we use our limited resources to make the greatest possible positive …
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"Why are we so good at accumulating more information and power, but far less successful at acquiring wisdom?" - With this question, Harari opens Nexus, setting the stage for the essential role of wisdom in guiding us through the …
October 2024
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💡 Example of questions to discuss: 1. What are the main causes of loneliness in modern society? 2. How does social media influence feelings of loneliness, both positively and negatively? 3. In what ways does loneliness impact mental and …
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For a while, Nozick’s experience machine was hailed as a knockdown refutation of hedonism, using our intuitive reluctance to step into the machine as evidence that we value more than just pleasure. Recent scholars, however, have argued …
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Hey everyone, We’re hosting a laid-back dinner and discussion on Living with Existential Risk next Tuesday, 29th October. Come join us, cook together (we’re making vegan spaghetti bolognese), and chat about how we deal with existential …
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Note: Registration is required to participate in this event! Our moral judgements should depend only on what is within people's control, not on external factors beyond it. Seems obvious, yet numerous examples suggest otherwise. Murder is …
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Greetings, Amazing Human Beings, What is Effective Altruism? Effective Altruism is a young social movement and intellectual project centered on the question: How can we use our limited resources to make the greatest possible positive …
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In this meetup we will talk about the complex and sometimes conflictual relation between the need for freedom and the need for security. Both are basic human needs, but sometimes the fulfillment of one seems to come at the expense of the …
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Bright news everyone, ESO Supernova is a new planetarium centre (including a space museum) located on the Garching Research Campus, close to Munich. They offer a wide range of experiences, planetarium shows and tours related to cosmology …
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In past events, we have discussed how the interplay of the basal ganglia and neocortex in the mammalian brain may be implementing Model Based Reinforcement Learning.This enables mammals to learn more complex relationships than other cold …
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Tolle Neuigkeiten, am Donnerstag, 3. Oktober 2024 (Feiertag!) findet auf dem Forschungscampus Garching der diesjährige Tag der offenen Tür statt. Zahlreiche Institute öffnen ihre Türen für Vorträge, Shows, Experimente, Ausstellungen und …
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September 2024
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Please note that this is the continuation of last week’s event. Join us for an insightful discussion on the multifaceted topic of sexuality. This event will explore how sexuality influences and is influenced by various aspects of our …
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Tolle Neuigkeiten, ein weiteres Event steht vor der Tür: Diesmal dreht sich alles um das CERN und die Teilchenphysik. In einem Vortrag im Muffatwerk spricht Dr. Sven Menke vom Max-Planck-Institut für Physik über die wissenschaftlichen …
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Global news everyone, ESO Supernova is a new planetarium centre (including a space museum) located on the Garching Research Campus, close to Munich. They offer a wide range of experiences, planetarium shows and tours related to cosmology …
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We had quite the wait list for the first event, therefore we are doing the same topic again. Sometimes, the meaning of the phrase “being enough” might be hard to grasp, yet it refers to a human experience, influenced by the interplay …
August 2024
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Join us for a discussion on the third section of Max Bennett's terrific and insightful book [A Brief History of Intelligence (2023)](https://www.amazon.de/Grey-Matters-Brief-History-Brains/dp/0008560102). We already discussed the first two …
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💡 Some prompts to get the juices flowing: How is the belief in one's own enoughness formed? How do we measure enoughness? When do you feel that you are enough? How do you judge others based on their enoughness? 🥧 Food for thought: Here’s …
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Hi everyone, since we have many new members and the weather for this Saturday looks fantastic, let's have a cozy get together at the beer garden! It will be a great opportunity to get to know each other and enjoy some good food and drinks …
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Hello Y’all! Get ready for an engaging evening of food, fun, and deep discussions! Join us for the Community Dinner: EA and Climate on Friday, 16th August. Participate in our community dinner where we cook together, enjoy good food, and …
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Hello EA Munich! Get ready for a discussion on whether philanthropy is undemocratic. Join us for this event on Tuesday, 13th August. To participate, please use the registration form linked below. We only have capacity for 20 people. If you …
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Hello EA Munich! Join us for an enlightening evening of exploring deep connections through "Authentic Relating: Communicating Needs" on Monday, August 12th. This workshop is designed to enhance your communication skills and deepen your …
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Hello Y'all! Get ready for an exhilarating day of nature, conversations, and camaraderie! Join us for a scenic hike to Kochel Waterfall on Saturday, August 10th. To participate, please use the registration form linked below. If you cannot …
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Hello Everyone! Join us for a thought-provoking community dinner where we'll explore challenging questions about the Effective Altruism movement. This event is set for Thursday, August 8th. Event Details: * When: Thursday, August 8, 19:00 …
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Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/uuYLpvt9pTY4PRf46 WHAT IS IT? The discussion topic of this meetup is the sometimes conflictual relationship between our need for personal growth and development on one side, and our need for contentment …
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Hello Everyone at EA Munich! We are excited to invite you to a critical exploration of global catastrophic risks featuring a special presentation by one of our community members who has recently joined an EA-related organization. Mark your …
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If the weather permits, join us for a picnic this Saturday. Bring your kids, partners, food and drinks (all optional), and a blanket or towel to sit on. This event is ideal for people who have been involved in the EA community for some …
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Hello EA Munich and Friends! Get ready for a transformative experience! Join us for the Authentic Relating Weekend Workshop on Saturday, 17th August. Authentic Relating (AR) is about creating deep connections through structured …
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Hello Everyone! We're excited to invite you to a unique community dinner where we will combine good food with deep philosophical discussions on Natalism vs Antinatalism this Thursday, August 1st. Event Details: * When: Thursday, August 1 …
July 2024
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Some of the questions to discuss: How do you personally differentiate between shame and guilt? In what ways can guilt be a positive force for personal growth and change? How do cultural and societal norms influence our experiences of shame …
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Hello Everyone! Prepare to dive deep into the world of ethical dilemmas with "The Weirdest Trolley Problems Discussion" this July 30th. Event Details: * When: Tuesday, July 30, 19:00 * Where: Teamwork, Müllerstraße 35, 80469 München …
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Hello Everyone, Do you want to get better at expression Preferences? At saying No? At negotiating what you need? This event is for you! Join us for an Authentic Relating event focused on self-expression, happening on Monday, July 22nd …
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Hello EA Munich! Get ready for an exhilarating day of nature, conversations, and camaraderie! Join us for a scenic hike to Kochel Waterfall on Saturday, July 20th. To participate, please use the registration form linked below. If you …
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Hello EA Munich! Get ready for a nourishing evening of food and deep discussions! Join us for a communal exploration of Transhumanism on Thursday, July 18th. To participate, please use the registration form linked below. We only have …
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💡 We’ll discuss the following questions: What’s the role of self-understanding in the process of self-actualization? What are the characteristics of self-actualizing individuals? What areas, experiences or practices are central to your own …
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Hello EA Munich Community! Get ready for an engaging evening of thoughtful discussion and communal cooking! Join us for "Community Social: Doing Good in Life" on Thursday, July 11th. To participate, please use the registration form linked …
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Many believe that science holds evidence that free will is an illusion. Prof. List begs to differ: In his talk, he will present a case for scientific realism about free will and explain why the resulting picture of free will does not …
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What is feminism? According to bell hooks, "Feminism is a movement to end sexism, sexist exploitation, and oppression”. It is an inclusive, joined struggle, encompassing all genders across class. It is a struggle that has often been …
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Saturday will a be nice and hot weather. Let's meet friends old and new for an informal gathering in a shaded spot, share food and drinks, and enjoy some swimming in cold water for those who'd like! Location …
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A landmark book in the history, philosophy, and sociology of science. Kuhn challenged the then prevailing view of progress in science in which scientific progress was viewed as "development-by-accumulation" of accepted facts and theories …
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Francois Chollet, creator of the Keras Deep Learning framework, believes that LLMs will not get us to AGI. He attributes the success of LLMs to memorization, and believes that LLMs are not very intelligent. If this was a claim made by Gary …
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Here are a few prompts to get started with the conversation: How are masculine stereotypes culturally and biologically shaped and how have they changed over time? What do you consider as masculine traits (behavioural, looks)? How can some …
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Hello People! Get ready for an evening of good food and great conversation on June 27. Join us for a social gathering and a chance to connect with fellow community members. To participate, please use the registration form linked below. If …
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‘I think the slain care little if they sleep or rise again’ (Aeschylus, Oresteia: Agamemnon).Is death bad for the person who dies? If so, when could death harm them? Can people still be harmed after death? Death is something we all must …
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Join us for an engaging evening on Suffering-Focused Ethics (SFE), at our TEAmwork space, Müllerstaße, 80469 München! Event Highlights: Warm Welcome: We'll kick off with a friendly welcome, setting a comfortable and inclusive tone for the …
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Hello Everyone! Get ready for a transformative experience! Join us for an evening of Authentic Relating on Monday, June 24th. To participate, please use the registration form linked below. We only have the capacity for 20 people. If you …
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Hello Everyone! Get ready for an exhilarating day in the Alps! Join us for a scenic mountain hike and communal picnic on Saturday, June 22nd. To participate, please use the registration form linked below. If you cannot attend after …
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Example of questions to discuss: If we extend human lifespan significantly, how will society handle the increased population and resource demands? Should access to anti-aging treatments be universal, or will they exacerbate existing …
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Palley describes how Neoliberalism has undercut shared prosperity and unleashed forces turning us towards proto-fascism by socio-economic disembedding, destruction of institutions, political disembedding and oppression, increased …
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‘In times of war, the law falls silent’ (Cicero, Pro Milone).Can a war ever be just? Are the combatants on both sides morally equal, no matter the cause of the war? Can combatants be blamed for fighting for an “unjust” cause? Do soldiers …
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A smaller evening in a house with a large garden. The exact address went out on the day.
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Would the world be a better place, if nearly everybody donated exactly 10% of their income to nonprofits, without knowing why? Or if doctors could let one patient die, to save five, provided nobody ever knew? Consequentialism, Katarzyna de …
May 2024
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You and me, us and them - our worlds intertwined in a perpetual dance of unity and division. A ballet of togetherness and separation, each step reflecting our deepest desires for belonging and our fears of rejection. We dream of a realm …
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We have all heard about Levels of Autonomous Driving. For instance, Tesla FSD is Level 2 (active driver supervision required in all scenarios), Mercedes Drive Pilot is Level 3 (active driver supervision not required in some limited …
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What is truth? Nietzsche, in this early & systematizing essay, has an answer, perhaps, saying [truths] are illusions about which one has forgotten that this is what they are (…) coins which have lost their pictures and now matter only as …
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Who is this for? Do you ever feel like you're somehow stuck with your creativity, that you're not fully expressing your "inner artist"? Or maybe you aren't making any sort of "art" right now, but you have a little voice inside that would …
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- In the group chat
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Let's discuss the book "Hacking the Code of Life: How Gene Editing Will Rewrite Our Futures" by Nessa Carey. (181 pages or around 5 hours audio book). The book talks about how gene editing is rapidly being supplanted by a new system called …
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- In the group chat
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We're thrilled to weave a playful twist into our curious discussions, introducing a Playful Conversation Evening. Our goal is to deepen connections and sharpen our active listening skills, merging playfulness with our passion for profound …
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IS GOD ACTUALLY EVIL?“Is God willing to prevent evil, but not able? Then he is impotent. Is he able, but not willing? Then he is malevolent. Is he both willing and able? Whence then is evil?” This is how David Hume famously formulated the …
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Join me tomorrow (Sunday 12 May) for a walk with (vegan) pick-nick/lunch near Café Ganz am Wasser (Westpark). I’ll be starting most likely at 10 am and stay until about 1 pm. I’ll be sharing my location for anyone interested in joining …
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How do our brains shape the complex dynamics of conflict and war? "Our Brains at War" is a pioneering work advocating a humanistic approach to understanding war. It posits that human instincts and emotions, rather than pure logic, largely …
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What is the distinction between science and pseudoscience? How does scientific progress really work? How should it work? Karl Popper and Thomas Kuhn had very different answers to these questions. Popper emphasises only the provisional …
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Is there such a thing as the right to privacy? Thomson puts forth perhaps its most famous critique, arguing that privacy is not a singular unified concept but rather a cluster of disparate claims.
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//English below// Liebe neuen und alten Mitglieder:) Wir laden euch alle herzlich ein zu unserer Einführungsveranstaltung. Für Getränke und Verpflegung ist selbstverständlich auch gesorgt! Wir freuen uns auf euch!!:) Dear members, we …
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Spring is here! Let's go for a leisurely philosophy walk on Saturday in the Englischer Garten for an awesome mix of: \- discussing interesting ideas \- meeting new people \- spending time outside in nature \- moving our bodies What's not …
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Do we not narrow our horizons by taking life too seriously, seeing it only in black and white? Have we forgotten that childlike playfulness, that palette of vivid colours that paints every moment with curiosity and daring, transforming the …
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Sign up to our Welcome Event on 23.04.2024 here:https://forms.gle/5esoXprhQa6L9hxRAWe briefly introduce you to our group and present our plans for the new semester. Following the introduction, we will have a mini-discussion on the paper …
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Who is this for? Do you ever feel like you're somehow stuck with your creativity, that you're not fully expressing your "inner artist"? Or maybe you aren't making any sort of "art" right now, but you have a little voice inside that would …
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Details Join us for an insightful discussion on the recent exciting paper "MAMBA - Linear-time Sequence Modeling with Selective State Spaces" (Dec, 2023) by Gu et al. [[link](https://arxiv.org/abs/2312.00752)]. MAMBA is an alternative to …
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This week's event is going to be about the topic of leading a good life in the context of virtues on the one hand and comfort on the other hand. Virtues, which in ancient Greek and Rome were considered cornerstones of a good life, are …
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- In the group chat
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"Love is an endless mystery, for it has nothing else to explain it". Tagore's words tenderly capture the ineffable power of love to disarm words and reason, both of which vainly strive to describe it. Love simultaneously empowers and …
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This bestseller and mesmerizing novel transcends time and geography to explore the transformative power of wisdom. As the forty rules unfold, they challenge the protagonist—and the reader—to question their perceptions of a purposeful and …
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- In the group chat
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Let's do something new! For this event, everyone can put a topic or question into a hat. We'll vote and discuss the top 3 topics in small groups. Example of topics: Could we define a universal set of virtues? How does silence function as a …
March 2024
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Join us for walk through Englischer Garten to discuss moral uncertainties, a life with impact or any other EA-related or unrelated topic. It will be a great way to meet new people. The weather should be very nice, and we might go for 2 …
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We're thrilled to weave a playful twist into our curious discussions, introducing a Playful Conversation Evening. Our goal is to deepen connections and sharpen our active listening skills, merging playfulness with our passion for profound …
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Here are a few prompts to get started with the conversation: How important is your reputation to you / what others think? How much do you rely on other people's opinion? How much do you enjoy gossip? Have you ever been the target of gossip …
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Who is this for? Do you ever feel like you're somehow stuck with your creativity, that you're not fully expressing your "inner artist"? Or maybe you aren't making any sort of "art" right now, but you have a little voice inside that would …
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In this event we are going to talk about dreams in the literally sense. It would be nice if you would be prepared to share your dreams, although it is not required. Do you dream, meaning do you remember your dreams, as we know that we all …
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Through these intimate letters, Rilke delves into the heart of the creative spirit, advising Kappus, a young military cadet and aspiring poet, on matters of creativity, solitude, and the inner journey of the artist. He encourages the young …
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Join us for a discussion on the second section of Max Bennett's terrific and insightful book [A Brief History of Intelligence (2023)](https://www.amazon.de/Grey-Matters-Brief-History-Brains/dp/0008560102). We already discussed the first …
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Manipulation, a term that awakens within us a whirlwind of emotions, transporting us to a world where coercion, power plays, misinformation, and obstacles to the freedom of choice sketch the outlines of a dark tableau, often attributed to …
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Who is this for? Do you ever feel like you're somehow stuck with your creativity, that you're not fully expressing your "inner artist"? Or maybe you aren't making any sort of "art" right now, but you have a little voice inside that would …
February 2024
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Astronomic news everyone, ESO Supernova is a new planetarium centre (including a museum) located on the Garching Research Campus, close to Munich. They offer a wide range of experiences, planetarium shows and tours related to cosmology and …
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Narcissus, lost in admiration of his reflection on the smooth water, found refuge in this image, which protected him, perilously, from a tormented self hidden beneath. Then, as the water began to ripple, unsettling the fragile mask he had …
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This groundbreaking novel challenges readers to explore the implications of unchecked technological growth, societal conditioning, and the sacrifices made in the pursuit of a harmonious, conflict-free existence. Throughout the narrative …
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Join us for a discussion on the first section of Max Bennett's terrific and insightful book [A Brief History of Intelligence (2023)](https://www.amazon.de/Grey-Matters-Brief-History-Brains/dp/0008560102). About the book After the success …
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Here are some questions that we will discuss: What aspects of AI do you think contribute to people's fear of it. Have you personally experienced or witnessed situations where AI sparked fear or concern? Do you believe the fear of AI is …
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There's a magic mirror that, under the watcher's eye, unveils more than a simple facade. Its charming surface mirrors the mask we choose to show, to ourselves and others, yet its hidden side, like a vast ocean with falsely dark depths …
January 2024
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Prof. Sven Nyholm - Chair for Ethics of Artificial Intelligence at LMU - will introduce us to the conflict of AI technologies posing both a potential for cognitive enhancement and a danger to the development of human intelligence. The talk …
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Join us for an engaging afternoon with Effective Altruism Munich and the Stories for Life Book Club on Sunday, January 28th, from 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM at Das Edelweiss in Giesing. We’ll be diving into the ethical complexities of longtermism …
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Schulden wir zukünftigen Generationen etwas? Soll es uns überhaupt weiter geben? Im Namen des Zentrums für Ethik und Philosophie in der Praxis (ZEPP) der LMU München lade ich Sie sehr herzlich zu einer öffentlichen Vortragsveranstaltung …
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Critique of capitalism is in great demand but often diffuse or insufficiently complex. What is really the problem with capitalism? Is it immoral, unjust, irrational, or just not working? Jaeggi gives an analysis of the problems intrinsic …
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\ New Book Club Format\ After reading a book segment, we discuss it every 2 weeks, to delve deeper into the nuances of each part that are often lost in a single end-of-book discussion. This approach eases the pressure of finishing the …
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Join us for an insightful discussion on the groundbreaking paper "Attention is all you need" (2017) by Vaswani et al. [[link](https://arxiv.org/pdf/1706.03762.pdf)], which revolutionized the field of natural language processing and machine …
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Join for an introduction to British Parliamentary Style Debating followed by a philosophical debate. Use your argumentation skills and philosophical knowledge to convince our critical judges!
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This meetup is for people who are working and are thinking about how to have more impact with their careers. We'll be discussing ways to think about the impact of your current work and possible future careers. We'll meet at an office with …
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Many philosophers in the past have argued that time is unreal. The most influential challenge was put forth by McTaggart in 1908 with his famous A- and B-theories of time. Join us to challenge the very existence of the fourth dimension.
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After an inspiring conversation about 'Siddhartha,' let's delve into 'Demian.' The novel invites readers to ponder deep questions of identity, fate, the duality of human nature, and the nature of the self. Throughout the narrative, Hesse …
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December 2023
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20.12.23 Time: 19:00 Location: Christkindlmarkt am Sendlinger Tor Join us for an engaging evening at the charming Christkindlmarkt! We'll be there to discuss fascinating topics, share ideas, and enjoy the festive atmosphere. I'll post the …
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We will gather questions from the group and discuss the most popular ones. Here are a few questions to get you started to think about the topic: How do you personally experience uncertainty? How does the inherent uncertainty of life …
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As it is tradition: join us for mulled wine and philosophical, festive discussions.
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"Siddhartha" delves into themes such as the search for meaning and self, the interconnection of nature, and the wisdom that comes with life experience. Siddhartha is in search of spiritual awakening and self-understanding in ancient India …
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Intelligence, in its myriad forms—be it natural, artificial, emotional, or rational—dances behind a kaleidoscope of masks and hues. Often, we presume to capture its essence with ease, yet in truth, we grapple with its understanding …
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Ho Ho Ho dear members of EA Munich, Christmas season is approaching (yay!) and what better way to celebrate than with our amazing community! 🌟 We warmly invite you to our Christmas Social on Tuesday next week - we will bring snacks and …
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Every mental state corresponds to some behavioural tendencies. Are mental states then just a shorthand for our behaviour? Putnam differs and shows why logical behaviourism is flawed.
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Let's explore the idea of Culture of Debate. It seems hard these days to have people engaging in a respectful debate of ideas. It's becoming urgent to re-create a culture of debate, where we would: come with an intention of seeking the …
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Let's explore the concept of Morality. Here are a few questions we will consider during this evening: How do we define morality? Is it universal, or does it vary across cultures and individuals? How do we develop our sense of morality as …
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Locke argues that government arises from the consent of the governed, ultimately emphasizing individual rights and liberties. His treatise is a timeless beacon to understand the roots of liberal democracy and moral justification of …
November 2023
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The Circle of Thought is a new event format where we dive deep into the expansiveness of an intellectual concept, while creating synergies by building up on each other’s ideas. Let's dive into the fascinating and often enigmatic world of …
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- In the group chat
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In these two ancient texts, the Greek philosopher Epicurus lays out his philosophy on death, happiness, friendship, and Justice. Join us for a riveting exploration of the epicurean outlook on life, which remains influential and …
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What's a conversation cafe? A lightly facilitated event where you'll have the chance to talk about deep(er) topics with a community of curious, open-minded folks! NOTE: Alte Utting being a business, you'll need to consume at least 1 …
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Join us for an inspiring evening with the EA Munich Group, a vibrant community of students and professionals united by a common goal: making a significant impact with our time and resources. This social is your chance to engage in …
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If all emeralds observed so far are green, how can we conclude the next one will be green too? This is the age-old problem of induction, but do not dwell on it for too long! The problem has a successor and Goodman will make you question …
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- In the group chat
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The Circle of Thought is a new event format where we dive deep into the expansiveness of an intellectual concept, while creating synergies by building up on each other’s ideas. Let's explore the concept of Happiness. Here are a few …
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Join to investigate the concept of dignity in a post-human world. Bostrom addresses the potential ethical challenges that may arise as technology advances and humanity faces the possibility of transcending its current biological …
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Join Us for an Enlightening Evening with Philosophia Munich! 🌟 Event: EA+ Philosophia Social Gathering 📅 Date: Tuesday ⏰ Time: 7 PM 📍 Location: StudiTUM, Room 0.01 📚 Discussion Topic: The Future of Humanity and Posthuman Dignity We're …
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Join us for an enlightening evening as Tobias Leenaert, author of "How to create a vegan world" addresses the pivotal topic of animal welfare within the framework of Effective Altruism. This presentation, set for November 10 at 7:30 pm at …
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Join us for an enlightening evening as Tobias Leenaert, author of "How to create a vegan world" talks about why animal welfare - and animal products consumption - is one of the biggest problems and challenges of our time, and addresses …
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NEW LOCATION: this event will be held at Eine Welt Haus at 7PM (room 111). A contribution of 2 Euros/person will be collected to cover for the cost of renting the room. The Circle of Thought is a new event format where we dive deep into …
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Chat with people from the EA Munich Group (Students and Professionals). We'll be asking people to switch seats during the evening so you can get to know more people.
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What are laws? For positivists, they are rules part of a legal order. For realists, they are what happens in courtrooms. For naturalists, they are what is right. But when one’s own life is at stake and the only way to survive is to break …
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Organization: * Meeting Point: Entrance of Platform 34 at Munich Central Station. We will take the regional train to Tegernsee. * Meetup Time: 9:14 AM on November 4th. * Return Time: Approximately 4:57 PM. * Finances: 27€ for individual …
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We invite you to join our pub quiz with pizza and drinks on Thursday, 2nd of November! This is a great opportunity to meet some old and new faces from our community while increasing (or deepening) your knowledge about the ideas inside …
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October 2023
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Many argue against the consumption of factory-farmed meat. But what if we rear animals under humane conditions and allow them to live good lives? Is there something like "benign carnivorism"? Join us for a thought-provoking discussion.
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The Circle of Thought is a new event format where we dive deep into the expansiveness of an intellectual concept, while creating synergies by building up on each other’s ideas. Let's explore the concept of responsibility. Here are a few …
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We're inviting you to join our next meeting on Wednesday- come along to enjoy some free vegan pizza and good company. For those of you who missed the first introductory session, don't worry - we'll have another intro talk at the start of …
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Come meet us at the TUM Student Club Fair on October 25 from 10 am to 5 pm in Boot 6 at Boltzmannstraße 15 in Garching!
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Sign up here: https://forms.gle/wSEKHtb3KinBF32U8 We briefly introduce you to our group and present our plans for the new semester. Following the introduction, we will have a mini-discussion on the short paper "Lesser Hippias" (also known …
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Bring your Friends to get them excited about Effective Altruism in Freising! We’re happy to kick off the winter semester with an introductory meetup. There, we will present the key ideas of EA. Come to meet what might become the newest …
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Discussion of the book [Dedicated: the case for commitment in an age of infinite browsing](https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/55711620). Goodreads intro: "A profoundly inspiring and transformative argument that purposeful commitment …
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Tuesday, October 17, 2023 at 19:30 at Gabelsbergerstraße 43, Room 1.01 Dear Friends of Effective Altruism, we are excited to invite you all to our first social of this semester, which is speedfriending! For the speedfriending, we will …
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Have you recently felt despair? Not because of difficulties in your personal life, but because of what's going on in the world? If so, you're not alone, at least according to this article:[ "Deutschland: Land mit posttraumatischer …
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Here are a few questions we will consider during this evening: What are the universally acknowledged phases of life? How do different cultures perceive and celebrate these life phases? How do life phases correlate with our psychological …
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We're organizing a conversation cafe at Alte Utting. We have a reservation there (reservation name: Amy). What's a conversation cafe? A lightly facilitated event where you'll have the chance to talk about deep(er) topics with a community …
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- In the group chat
September 2023
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Hello EA Munich members, We are thrilled to invite you to our upcoming mountain hike to Soinsee in the majestic Alps on the 30th of September. This is a fantastic opportunity to immerse yourself in nature, enjoy the panoramic views, savor …
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- In the group chat
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Here are a few questions we will consider during this evening: What is conflict? How do family conflicts form and what common causes do they have How can conflicts affect the family? What is the difference between family conflict and …
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Next "Treffen" in Munich for all GWWC members & people interested in taking the pledge/ Pledge-Donors & Friends Gans WoAnders KulturCafe--> https://www.ganswoanders.de/ Pilgersheimerstraße 13, 81543 München This will be an open & informal …
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Discussion of the book [Four Thousand Weeks](https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/54785515-four-thousand-weeks). Please read the book before attending the event :-) This is not a "productivity" book despite the subtitle ("time management …
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Here are a few questions we will consider during this evening: what is spirituality? what's the difference between spirituality and religion? how does spirituality contribute to our search for meaning in life? how important is it to living …
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August 2023
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Here are a few questions we will consider during this evening: What is small talk? What is your own appreciation of small talk? How do you like it? In which situations is small talk desirable? unavoidable? How do you navigate it? Does deep …
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The exact location (probably close to Monopteros) will be posted on WhatsApp before, but we will try to meet roughly here: https://goo.gl/maps/kryEdDFeSH7fYjEE9 The motto for the picnic is: bring the food you usually reach for first when …
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Tomorrow: Social Meetup to apply for EAGx Berlin together Tuesday, August 8, 2023 at 19:30 at Gabelsbergerstraße 43, room 1.01 Dear friends of effective altruism, We are excited to invite you to our next social tomorrow on August 8 at …
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“Someone has a great fire in his soul… and passers-by see nothing but a little smoke at the top of the chimney.” wrote Van Gogh. That faint wisp of smoke, often perceived as our implicit standard of normality, leads us to strive …
July 2023
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As this one was very popular, we decided to do a round 2. Let's have a conversation about Anxiety. Here are a few questions we will consider during this evening: What is your personal experience with anxiety? How has it evolved with time? …
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Tuesday, July 25, 2023 at 19:30 at Gabelsbergerstraße 43, Room 0.01 Dear friends of effective altruism, We are excited to invite you to our next social at Gabelsbergerstraße 43 on 25.7. at 19:30, Room 0.01. Teresa Schenk, a Ph.D. student …
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- In the group chat
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Hochenergetische Neuigkeiten, ein weiteres Event steht vor der Tür: Diesmal dreht sich alles um die Gammastrahlen-Astronomie. In einem Vortrag an der Münchener Volkssternwarte spricht Juliane van Scherpenberg (M.Sc.) vom Max Planck …
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Tuesday, July 11, 2023 at 19:30 at Englischer Garten Dear Friends of Effective Altruism, we are excited to invite you to another open air social of this year!🌞🌞 To celebrate the upcoming summer season, we will have a chill picnic in the …
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Guest Speaker event with Prof. Laura Valentini, head of chair of philosophy and political theory at LMU. Topic: Socially Constructed Norms and Moral Obligations The presentation will be followed by questions from the audience. Sign up …
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Discussion of [the book "The unbearable lightness of being"](https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/9717.TheUnbearableLightnessofBeing) NOTE: the event is held at Bricelta. Please read the book before attending the event :-) This book was …
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An evening by the river, joined by the local EA meetup. Bring your own drinks.
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Thursday, July 6, 2023 at 19:00 at Wittelsbacherbrücke Dear friends of Effective Altruism, a social is lined up on July 6th, 7pm. The stage is set around Wittelsbacher Brücke , not far off from U-Bahn Kolumbusplatz. Here's your map …
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In the first part of the meeting, we will have introductions and a discussion. The discussion topic is "How long till we achieve Artificial General Intelligence?". Here, we hope you will bring your reasoned opinion about which components …
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- In the group chat
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Join us to challenge your view on reality and discuss theories of mind that, while considered radical by some, are experiencing a recent revival in their popularity.
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June 2023
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Tuesday, June 27, 2023 at 19:30 at Studi TUM, Gabelsbergerstraße 43 Dear friends of Effective Altruism, our Social Meetup is the place to meet and talk. It's a great place to invite a friend! This week we'll meet at StudiTUM …
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Is time travel possible? Yes - at least according to Lewis. Dive into the apparent paradoxes that arise from time travel and challenge your intuitions about causality. An enchanting and classic piece of modern philosophy.
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- In the group chat
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Aufregende Neuigkeiten, ein weiteres Event steht vor der Tür: Diesmal dreht sich alles um Antimaterie. In einem Vortrag im Muffatwerk spricht Dr. Eve Stenson vom Max-Planck-Institut für Plasmaphysik (IPP) über Materie-Antimaterie Zustände …
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Spannende Neuigkeiten, ein weiteres Event steht vor der Tür: Diesmal dreht sich alles um das James Webb Weltraumteleskop. In einem Vortrag im Rahmen der Ausstellung "It’s A World Machine. Kepler, Kunst & Kosmische Körper" spricht Prof. Dr …
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We know that "grandmothers are mothers“ and "the sun will rise tomorrow“ are true statements. But are they the same kind of truth? Quine denies the existence of a clear distinction, dooming Rationalists' endeavour to reduce meaning to …
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Dear Friends of Effective Altruism, we are excited to invite you all to our first open air social of this year!🌞🌞 To celebrate the upcoming summer season, we will have a chill picnic in the English garden at around 7.30pm next Tuesday …
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Dear friends of Effective Altruism, our Social Meetup is the place to meet and talk. It's a great place to invite a friend! This week we'll meet at Cuno B (Klenzestraße 8, near Gärtnerplatz) for our first Social only for Professionals.
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May 2023
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We'll have this conversation in a whole new location reserved for us: Diakonie @Theresienstraße! This organization is lending us a space just for ourselves for the evening, which will be more quiet and more conducive to deep conversations …
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Thanks for joining the group! I am hosting a small meeting to kick things off. I imagine that the attendees of the first few meetups will become the core group, which decides our initial direction. So let's meet and get to know each other …
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Dear friends of Effective Altruism, our Social Meetup is the place to meet and talk. It's a great place to invite a friend! This week we'll meet at StudiTUM (Gabelsbergerstraße 43, Room 3.01) at 7.30 pm to meditate jointly. We will …
Tue
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Explore the links between moral and mathematical knowledge and what it means for the oft-cited worry of, given moral realism, how we can obtain moral knowledge.
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We are excited to announce an upcoming scenic mountain walk in the beautiful Alps for EA Munich. This event will provide you with breathtaking views and an opportunity to connect with nature and engage in meaningful conversations with …
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Thrilling news everyone, the worldwide 2023 Pint of Science Festival is just around the corner, and of course we'll join some of their exciting events that take place in Munich. Important: Tickets (2,50 EUR) are required for this event and …
Tue
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Join us to discuss another set of stories from the Zhuangzi: an ancient Chinese text of humour and spontaneity that lends itself to many interpretations.
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Planetary news everyone, the worldwide 2023 Pint of Science Festival is just around the corner, and of course we'll join some of their exciting events that take place in Munich. Important: Tickets (2,50 EUR) are required for this event and …
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- In the group chat
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Absurd Trolly Problems Discussion Game What? - Learn about your ethics in a playful manner. We'll go over different kinds of ethical reasoning quickly. Then, there will be ethical dilemmas we will evaluate in fun and practical manner. Why? …
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Why is killing wrong? Too most of us, this may seem like an absurd question: after all, to us, the prospect of dying is a rather unhappy one. But what about those to whom it is not?Can it be moral to prescribe lethal drugs for terminally …
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Hi everyone, ESO Supernova is a new planetarium located on the Garching Research Campus, close to Munich. They offer a wide range of experiences, workshops and tours related to cosmology and astronomy. Let's visit their planetarium show …
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Good news everyone, our next event is in sight. This time, we'll join a talk about the exploration of planet Mars. This talk is given at the Public Observatory Munich. If the skies are clear, we are invited to visit the rooftop observatory …
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We're excited to kick off the summer semester with an introductory meetup! Come along to learn about some of the key ideas of effective altruism and to meet other like-minded people. It is also the perfect occasion to bring along friends …
Tue
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You look at your watch and it reads 1:12pm. In fact, your watch is right and thus you know what time it is right now. But, unbeknownst to you, your watch stopped working yesterday and you looked at it just when it happened to be correct …
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Tolle Neuigkeiten, ein weiteres Event steht vor der Tür: Diesmal dreht sich alles um die Stringtheorie. In einem Vortrag im Muffatwerk spricht Davide de Biasio vom Max-Planck-Institut für Physik darüber, wie die Quantenphysik mit der …
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Deliberation is a collective, solicitous search for solutions of conflicts. It is often promoted as best practice and demanded by progressive movements. But there are no silver bullets in politics. Shapiro illustrates practical issues of …
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April 2023
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Exciting news everyone, in this upcoming event, lecturer Prof. Dr. Mukhanov (Arnold Sommerfeld Center for Theoretical Physics, LMU Munich, Max Planck Medal 2015) will take us to the Link between the large structures of the universe and the …
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We're excited to kick off the summer semester with an introductory meetup! Come along to learn about some of the key ideas of effective altruism and to meet other like-minded people. It is also the perfect occasion to bring along friends …
Thu
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Bring your Friends to get them excited about EA! We’re happy to kick off the summer semester with an introductory meetup. There, we will present the key ideas of EA to university students and everybody else who’s interested. The event is …
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Good news everyone, our next event will take us to the Paleontological Museum in Munich. An expert will give us a one-hour tour about earth history and the evolution of life. This museum is the publicly accessible part of the Bavarian …
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We briefly introduce you to our group and present our plans for the new semester. Following the introduction, we will have a mini-discussion on the short paper "Crito" by Plato. This way, you can see for yourself whether you enjoy …
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Tolle Neuigkeiten, ein weiteres Event steht vor der Tür: Diesmal dreht sich alles um die Radioastronomie, die in einem Vortrag inklusive Live-Messungen der Milchstraße mit dem Arno-Penzias-Radioteleskop genau unter die Lupe genommen wird …
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Here are a few questions we will consider during this evening: what is "being authentic" mean to you? what about "being inauthentic"? what is truly authentic about you? can we really understand what is authentic about ourselves? do you …
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Our Social Meetup is the place to meet and talk without an agenda. It's a great place to invite a friend! We'll meet again this month at the restaurant Cuno B near Gärtnerplatz. You will be able to eat there or only get drinks. RSVP here …
March 2023
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Hi everyone, In between our scientific events, there should always be time for a relaxed Meet & Greet to get to know each other a bit better over a coffee, cocktail or a glass of wine. So, let's have our first Get Together at Café Blue …
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Tolle Neuigkeiten, ein weiteres Event steht vor der Tür: Diesmal dreht sich alles um das Zwillingsparadoxon aus der Speziellen Relativitätstheorie, dessen Aspekte in diesem Vortrag an der Volkssternwarte München genau untersucht werden …
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Our Social Meetup is the place to meet and talk without an agenda. It's a great place to invite a friend! We'll meet again this month at the restaurant Cuno B near Gärtnerplatz. You will be able to eat there or only get drinks. RSVP here …
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+++ Our tour has been postponed by 1 week from the institutes side because of the public transport strike and now will take place on March 9th 2023, please see the detailed updates below +++ Hello everyone, We have an extraordinary event …
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February 2023
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Here are a few questions we will consider during this evening: what is creativity for you? is it important to be creative? do you consider yourself creative? why or why not? can we learn to be creative? what difference do you make between …
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Our Social Meetup is the place to meet and talk without an agenda. It's a great place to invite a friend! This month we'll be meeting again at the restaurant Cuno B near Gärtnerplatz. You will be able to eat there or only get drinks. RSVP …
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January 2023
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A simple language theory holds that the name "Mark Twain" simply denotes the person Mark Twain. But this cannot be right: for then the sentences "Mark Twain is Samuel Clemens" and "Mark Twain is Mark Twain" would be no different. Frege …
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Number problems (e.g. Trolley and Taurek cases) belong to the most hotly discussed topics in current moral philosophy. Characteristically, there is often a very hard clash of guiding intuitions in the debates. I will try to shed some new …
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How much power should others have over our personal lives? Should society be allowed to regulate our behavior "for our own good" even if our actions are not injurious to anyone but ourselves? What are the limits of the authority of …
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Do you remember how you were used to taking pleasure in the little things of life as a child? The sensational colours of a spectacular rainbow, the joy of jumping on puddles, and the relish of the last piece of chocolate? Or how staring …
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Our Social Meetup is the place to meet and talk without an agenda. It's a great place to invite a friend! This month we'll be meeting again at the restaurant Cuno B near Gärtnerplatz. You will be able to eat there or only get drinks. RSVP …
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If mental disorders are biochemical states of the brain, how are they different from other mental states such as love, hate, and greed? And what does this tell us about our practice of holding people with mental disorders less morally …
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December 2022
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Join us for Christmas feelings and (slightly drunk) philosophy.
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If determinism is true but we still have free will, as many philosophers hold, does that not mean we can break the laws of nature? Lewis explains how, if we are careful, this need not be.
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Let's explore this topic together! Here are a few questions to get you thinking about it: What is self-reflection for you? How do you reflect on your life? Do we really know who we are? Can we actually know it, or do we need someone else …
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Fearing the forces of neoconservatism, Habermas - a leading German intellectual - challenges postmodernism and its critique of rationalism. A better future may be found in the continuation of the Enlightenment.
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Join us for a social gathering together with the new EA Germany co-directors Sarah Tegeler and Patrick Gruban, as well as Giving What We Can Ambassador Karen Kaboth. If you’re new to Effective Altruism, we’ll show an introductory video at …
November 2022
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Is it good to be alive? Most of us would answer this question positively. In this controversial and though-provoking paper, Bennetar argues for an extraordinary position: it is wrong to inflict the hardships of existence upon others by …
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Here are a few questions we might talk about: What is masculinity for you? How has masculinity changed in the last few decades? (for men) What do you find difficult today in how to live your masculinity? (for women) What do you expect from …
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Mary, a brilliant scientist, is confined to a black-and-white room all her life. While she knows every single physical fact there is to know about colour vision she has never seen colours. Will she learn something new when she is finally …
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Over the course of the last decades the notion of the self has become questioned in western culture, either by modern sciences like neuro science, by philosophy or by something like the reception of Buddhism. These thoughts have been …
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The Zhuangzi, one of the foundational texts of Taoism, is a collection of parables that are known for their spontaneity, subtlety, humour, irreverence and even apparent contradictions. Considered a literary and philosophical masterpiece …
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Art - we all know it without really knowing it. Whether it is practised, consumed, felt, or even used as a therapeutic tool, art has many facets and plays many roles in our lives, societies, and in the history of humanity. We are therefore …
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The Trolley Problem has become somewhat of a meme. Judith Thomson was one of the first to popularize it in an attempt to answer the question: is there a moral difference between killing and letting die?
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Our Social Meetup is the place to meet and talk without an agenda. It's a great place to invite a friend! This month we'll be meeting again at the restaurant Cuno B near Gärtnerplatz. You will be able to eat there or only get drinks. RSVP …
October 2022
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We kick off by briefly introducing you to our group and presenting our plans for the new semester. Following the introduction, we will have a mini-discussion on the short paper "Divided Minds and the Nature of Persons" by Derek Parfit …
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We kick off by briefly introducing you to our group and presenting our plans for the new semester. Following the introduction, we will have a mini-discussion on the short paper "Divided Minds and the Nature of Persons" by Derek Parfit …
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Does this sound familiar: You want to make a difference in the world – but you feel that you could never have any real impact? Effective Altruism is a ground-breaking philosophy and young social movement that offers a new perspective on …
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Here are a few questions we might talk about: What is vulnerability for you? Is it a good thing or a bad thing to show vulnerability? In which topics and situations? Did you regret showing vulnerability in some occasion? Did you experience …
September 2022
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Our world abounds in a mosaic of cultures. Some enjoy perceiving it as a colorful landscape, made of different languages and beliefs. They would focus on the patterns that unite us and make us one. Others are curious about the cultural …
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August 2022
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We will go to Brauneck, take the gondola, and then hike to beautiful Latschenkopf and Stie-Alm. On our way back, we will either take the gondola again or walk and we may add some additional POIs (depending on our stamina).
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July 2022
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If you think of something being "vague", you probably think of unclear definitions. Russell, however, suggests that vagueness is inherent to physics rather than language. As such, it is applicable to the universe as it is rather than the …
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For this month's social meetup, we want to try out something different. We will do a picnic where everybody brings food they wished they had known about earlier. Bring some of your favorite food you only recently discovered. It can be …
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We will discuss Chapters 13-16 from "Bacon to Kant: An Introduction to Modern Philosophy" by Garrett Thomson.
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We will first explore our personal experiences and attitude towards creativity, then we will abstract from there: What is creativity for you? A series of activities (playing music, drawing...), a state of mind, an innate ability, or …
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According to the dictionary "true ideas" are those that are in agreement with reality; but what exactly does that mean? James gives us an unorthodox answer to this question: True ideas are those that are useful; and truth does not simply …
June 2022
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We will discuss Chapters 10-12 from "Bacon to Kant: An Introduction to Modern Philosophy" by Garrett Thomson.
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Let's talk about "ecological grief" this time. (If the weather's fine the event might be outdoors.) "Ecological grief (or eco-grief), also known as climate grief, refers to the sense of loss that arises from experiencing or learning about …
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Join us on Tuesday, 21. June 2022 for an inspiring talk on Longtermism by William D'Alessandro, a Postdoctoral Fellow at the Munich Center for Mathematical Philosophy at LMU. Afterwards there will be drinks and free pizza and we will …
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Power is often thought as a Repressive force wielded by specific institutions and individuals. Foucault argues that there is a stronger kind of power that is not wielded through oppression but through the manufacturing of "individuals".
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We will discuss Chapters 7-9 from "Bacon to Kant: An Introduction to Modern Philosophy" by Garrett Thomson.
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Bring your picnic blankets and join us on the lawn near the Staatskanzlei where we will read stories from the FLI Worldbuilding Contest. In a time when we're seeing some updating to shorter AGI timelines, let's take some time off to think …
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May 2022
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When the Athenians put Socrates on trial for corrupting the youth with his impious teachings, the notorious sage launches into a vigorous defence speech that touches on the very essence of what it means to be a philosopher and why this is …
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Humans are playing, even as adults. Do other animals play? If so, do they also play as adults? Is there a difference between children playing and adults engaging in a game? All evolutionary purpose aside, didn't it fell quite different …
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We will discuss Chapters 4-6 from "Bacon to Kant: An Introduction to Modern Philosophy" by Garrett Thomson.
Fri
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Join us for drinks and free pizza this Friday, if the weather is good we'll be on the terrace. We'll be screening a ten minute introduction into Effective Altruism before opening the room to socialize. Come along to meet other like-minded …
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[Please be aware that the venue may change.] "Small talk limits us from having deep, meaningful relationships, not just with others, also with ourselves" -Jay Shetty We've all waited countless times in our lives, either for something to …
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If determinism is true, shouldn't we get rid of our practices of holding people morally responsible? Compatibilists think otherwise, and Strawson goes even further to say that doing so would deny something deeply innate about our …
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We will gather together to discuss and share our perspectives on Sam Harris fascinating Podcast : Belief & Identity. His podcast will take us to different shores and have us explore various inspiring topics during our discussion event …
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We will discuss Chapters 1-3 from "Bacon to Kant: An Introduction to Modern Philosophy" by Garrett Thomson.
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We're excited to kick off the summer semester with an introductory meetup! Come along to learn about some of the key ideas of effective altruism and to meet other like-minded people. It is also the perfect occasion to bring along friends …
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Since you are reading this, you have certainly asked yourself before: What is justice? Unsurprisingly, you are not alone. This question stands at the heart of all political philosophy, and John Rawls sets a high standard for an answer with …
April 2022
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What are we going to talk about? The journey of misinformation: Something new? How do we decide what is true or not? Our role as individuals and communities as information hubs. Role of platforms and AI in modern misinformation The …
Tue
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We kick off by briefly introducing you to our group and presenting our plans for the new semester. This is followed by a guest speaker event: Sebastian Drosselmeier will introduce you to brain-computer interfaces and what perspectives they …
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[NOTE: Sign-up for the event will open Saturday 18:30] "Small talk limits us from having deep, meaningful relationships, not just with others, also with ourselves" -Jay Shetty We would like to release everyone from the obligation to talk …
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Short intro to our conversation topic [Scroll down for some cool thoughts appetizers !] This is a juicy topic for our conversation that opens doors to different trajectories of thought: Is there such a thing as good or evil? It is just a …
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[NOTE: Sign-up for the event will open Saturday 18:30] "Small talk limits us from having deep, meaningful relationships, not just with others, also with ourselves" -Jay Shetty We would like to release everyone from the obligation to talk …
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March 2022
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Short intro to our conversation topic [Scroll down for cool appetizers of thoughts !] Failure, that much-feared experience that we try so hard to avoid, so much that we sometimes prefer to remain unhappy in our comfort zone. Of course …
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[NOTE: Sign-up for the event will open Saturday 19.3 18:30] "Small talk limits us from having deep, meaningful relationships, not just with others, also with ourselves" -Jay Shetty We would like to release everyone from the obligation to …
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Like free pizza and drinks? Join us at our social next Wednesday, 16th of March, at 19:30 at Praterinsel! Get to know people, hang out with EA friends and bounce ideas around. The venue makes for a refreshingly different social; usually …
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[NOTE: Sign-up for the event will open Saturday 5.3 18:30] "Small talk limits us from having deep, meaningful relationships, not just with others, also with ourselves" -Jay Shetty We would like to release everyone from the obligation to …
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[NOTE: Sign-up for the event will open Saturday 26.2, 18:30] "Small talk limits us from having deep, meaningful relationships, not just with others, also with ourselves" -Jay Shetty We would like to release everyone from the obligation to …
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Our EA München Social Meetup is the place to meet and talk without an agenda. It's a great place to invite a friend! This month we'll be meeting again at the restaurant Cuno B near Gärtnerplatz. As for all indoor dining, the 2G rules will …
February 2022
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Like free pizza and drinks? Join us at our social next Wednesday, 16th of February, at 19:30 at Praterinsel! Get to know people, hang out with EA friends and bounce ideas around. Hopefully, the venue will make for a refreshingly different …
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We will discuss Chapter 7 from "Political Philosophy: A Very Short Introduction" by David Miller.
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If there is an omnipotent and benign god, why would there be any evil in the world? Shouldn't such a being simply do away with all death, disease, and suffering? Mackie examines some of the proposed solutions to this ancient problem of …
January 2022
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We will discuss Chapter 6 from "Political Philosophy: A Very Short Introduction" by David Miller.
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Come and join the Giving What We Can & Effective Altruism Munich community as we celebrate 2021 and welcome in 2022! While another year of pandemic has been tough, let’s end the year on a high note and remind ourselves both of the good …
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Have you been persuaded to "lock her up" or "build the wall"? Since you are reading this, probably not. Still, bullshit speech is a form of communication long used to galvanize without regard for the truth, as examined by Harry Frankfurt …
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December 2021
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We will discuss Chapter 5 from "Political Philosophy: A Very Short Introduction" by David Miller.
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[NOTE: Sign-up for the event will open Saturday 4.12, 18:30] "Small talk limits us from having deep, meaningful relationships, not just with others, also with ourselves" -Jay Shetty We would like to release everyone from the obligation to …
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In one of his most accessible and widely read works, Sartre introduces the main ideas of his existentialist thought and why - despite popular conception - existentialism can be a humanist project.
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November 2021
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We will discuss Chapter 4 from "Political Philosophy: A Very Short Introduction" by David Miller.
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[NOTE 1: In order for everyone to feel safe we the event will be 2G+, meaning you should either be vaccinated or recovered AND bring a negative covid-test if you'd like to attend (Schnelltest if possible, Selbsttest also ok)] "Small talk …
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Athens, 399 BC: Socrates faces a trial for impiety after it has been discovered that he corrupts the youth with his treacherous teachings. But what is piety? As he puts this question to the prophet Euthyphro, a debate ensues that will …
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We will discuss Chapter 3 from "Political Philosophy: A Very Short Introduction" by David Miller.
Tue
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We warmly invite you to our next meetup! Come along to learn about some of the key ideas behind effective altruism and meet other like-minded people. Are you interested in learning more about effective altruism but not sure where to start? …
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[NOTE 1: Sign-up opens Friday 5th, 18:30] [NOTE 2: We'll aim for the discussion to start at 18.30, so maybe try to be there a bit earlier] "Small talk limits us from having deep, meaningful relationships, not just with others, also with …
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What distinguishes "science" from "pseudoscience"? Living in a fast-paced age of (mis)information, this problem is more prominent than ever. Laudan shows us why we shouldn't be holding our breath.
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We will discuss Chapters 1 (optional but recommended) and 2 from "Political Philosophy: A Very Short Introduction" by David Miller.
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October 2021
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"Small talk limits us from having deep, meaningful relationships, not just with others, also with ourselves" -Jay Shetty We would like to release everyone from the obligation to talk about the weather, what we do for a living, and where …
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How many people should there be? Can there be overpopulation, that is too many people living? In this truly mind-boggling argument, Derek Parfit shows how hugely indecisive our moral intuition can be when it comes ethical questions about …
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We are excited to invite you to our next monthly meet-up in collaboration with EA Germany! Invincible Wellbeing is building a future where suffering is biologically impossible. Their research targets the genetic capacity to suffer. They …
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"Small talk limits us from having deep, meaningful relationships, not just with others, also with ourselves" -Jay Shetty We would like to release everyone from the obligation to talk about the weather, what we do for a living, and where …
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"Small talk limits us from having deep, meaningful relationships, not just with others, also with ourselves" -Jay Shetty In this first ever meetup of RECONNECT, we would like to release everyone from the obligation to talk about the …
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Learning about the story of human progress to keep it going (German version below) Dear friends of Effective Altruism, Jason Crawford, author of the website The Roots of Progress, will be the guest for our September meetup. He'll give a …
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Improving health and wellbeing by reducing lead poisoning Lucia Coulter, co-founder and director of LEEP, will be the guest speaker for our August meet-up. LEEP is a non-profit advocating for lead paint regulation in countries with large …
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(Deutsche Zusammenfassung weiter unten) // Aging: The science and ethics of solving the world's 1 killer // At this month's meet-up we are excited to feature a talk by Jack Harley on the tangible, yet relatively neglected topic of aging …
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We will be reading the book "Think: A Compelling Introduction to Philosophy" by Simon Blackburn this semester. For this meeting, we discuss Chapter 5: God. Book link: https://www.amazon.de/-/en/Simon-Blackburn/dp/0192854259
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We meet on the East side fountain, Geschwister-Scholl-Platz, at 18.45 and then have our discussion in the English Garden.
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// Antibiotic resistance: An evolving threat to modern healthcare // We are excited to invite you to our next monthly meet-up, this time in collaboration with EA Germany. This month we are featuring a talk by Cecilia Tilli. Cecilia is the …
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We will be reading the book "Think: A Compelling Introduction to Philosophy" by Simon Blackburn this semester. For this meeting, we discuss Chapter 4: The Self. Book link: https://www.amazon.de/-/en/Simon-Blackburn/dp/0192854259
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Do youwant to create a start-up or find a theme for your next research? In any caseyou need to outperform your competition, find problems with no efficientsolution yet. Find out why such problems exist and when we can exploit itto our …
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We will be reading the book "Think: A Compelling Introduction to Philosophy" by Simon Blackburn this semester. For this meeting, we discuss Chapter 3: Free Will. Book link: https://www.amazon.de/-/en/Simon-Blackburn/dp/0192854259
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(German version below) Dear friends of Effective Altruism, We are excited to invite you to our next monthly meet-up. This month we are featuring a talk by founder Sebastian Schwiecker about Effektiv Spenden, a donation platform that …
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We will be reading the book "Think: A Compelling Introduction to Philosophy" by Simon Blackburn this semester. For this meeting, we discuss Chapter 2: Mind. Book link: https://www.amazon.de/-/en/Simon-Blackburn/dp/0192854259
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We will be reading the book "Think: A Compelling Introduction to Philosophy" by Simon Blackburn this semester. For this meeting, we discuss Chapter 1: Knowledge. Book link: https://www.amazon.de/-/en/Simon-Blackburn/dp/0192854259
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We have started as in-person Munich SSC meetup during the «meetups everywhere» drive. Unfortunately, we had to become online-only for the time being. Fortunately, it means that coming is easier, and everyone is welcome! We are a pretty …
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(German version below) Dear friends of Effective Altruism, We are excited to invite you to our next monthly meet-up! This month we'll be hosting short Lightning Talks from four speakers of our community: - Matt Putz: Expected impact of …
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Join our welcome event to get to know our society. We will have a brief introduction and you will be able to ask us all sort of questions. Do not be shy and drop by! :)
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Regard COVID-19 Because there is currently a lockdown mandated by the German government, this meetup will take place online on Discord, in this channel. Hello everybody, We are a new-ish SSC meetup in Munich formed during the last “Meetups …
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(German version below) Dear friends of Effective Altruism, We are excited to invite you to our next monthly meet-up! This month, for the first time in quite a while, we have a long-time member of the group giving a talk about a topic …
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February 2021
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Regard COVID-19 Because there is currently a lockdown mandated by the German government, this meetup will take place online on Discord, in this channel. Hello everybody, We are a new-ish SSC meetup in Munich formed during the last “Meetups …
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(German version below) Dear friends of Effective Altruism, We are excited to invite you to our next monthly meet-up! This time we’re inviting you to help make our Munich group more effective. We’ll be giving a short introduction about what …
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The second and final social event of the semester. We mark the occasion with a cozy dinner and some fun games.
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Second paper discussion of members' choice. Paper link here.
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Regard COVID-19 Because there is currently a lockdown mandated by the German government, this meetup will take place online on Discord, in this channel. Hello everybody, We are a new-ish SSC meetup in Munich formed during the last “Meetups …
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Dear friends of Effective Altruism, We are excited to invite you to our next monthly meet-up! Our guest will be Jennifer-Justine Kirsch, who has prepared a talk with the title "Why You Should Care About Fish Welfare". After the talk …
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Third meeting of Foundations track. We cover week 4 of the course.
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First paper discussion of members' choice. Paper link here.
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Dear friends of Effective Altruism, We are excited to invite you to our next monthly meet-up! Our guest will be Kevin Esvelt who has prepared a 19-minute video on Migitating Catastrophic Biorisk. After the talk, Kevin will join us live for …
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This essay by the famous philosopher and logician Betrand Russell deals with a classical question that has troubled philosophers for millennia: How can we prove or disprove God's existence? However Russell wants to ultimately answer a less …
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Second meeting of Foundations track. We cover week 3 of the course.
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Dear friends of Effective Altruism, In October Giving What We Can announced that now over 5000 people pledged to give a portion of their future income to effective charities. They form a fast-growing community of people around the world …
November 2020
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What is the best way for humans to organise as a society? Is government a necessary evil, or are humans better off in the state of nature? We turn to the classic works of Locke, Hobbes and Rousseau for their discussion on social contracts …
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Regard COVID-19 Because there is currently a lockdown mandated by the German government, this meetup will take place online on Discord, in this channel. Hello everybody, We are a new-ish SSC meetup in Munich formed during the last “Meetups …
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First meeting of Foundations track. We will skip week 1 and cover week 2 of the course.
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Dear friends of Effective Altruism, We are excited to invite you to our next monthly meet-up! Our guest will be Danny Lipsitz who has prepared an 11-minute video on his concept of External Movement-Building. Danny will join us live from …
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What do we mean when we say 'Dragons do not exist?' Because if they do not, how can we talk about something that isn't there? This is the fundamental question of ontology, addressed eloquently in this classic paper by W.V. Quine. Paper …
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We welcome our members - old and new - to another semester of passionate discussions on philosophy.
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Regarding COVID-19 If * There have been less than 350 cases in Bavaria on every day in the last week (as per this dashboard), and * there is no government regulation against group of <10 people meeting outside, and * the weather is …
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Dear friends of Effective Altruism, We are excited to invite you to our next monthly meet-up! This month we are featuring a talk by Alex Turner on Impact Measures in AI alignment. Just as in the previous months, the meet-up will take place …
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Dear friends of effective altruism, Will MacAskill (Oxford Philosophy professor, Co-founder of 80,000 Hours, Giving What We Can, and the Centre for Effective Altruism) and Habiba Islam (Advisor for 80,000 Hours) will be giving an …
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Regarding COVID-19 We meet up on discord again. Hello everybody, We are a new-ish SSC meetup in Munich formed during the last “Meetups Everwhere” event. After the first meetup, we decided to make this a regular monthly meeting. At meeups …
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Dear friends of Effective Altruism, We are excited to invite you to our next meetup. In a refreshing confluence of history and AI, Daniel Kokotajlo will talk about the implications of the conquistadors on AI takeover: "One day I wrote a …
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Regarding COVID-19 Since our conditions for holding the meetup in person are not fulfilled (more than 200 cases in Bavaria on a day in the last 7 days), the in-person version of this meetup is still cancelled. Instead, we are going to use …
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Regarding COVID-19 The in-person version of this meetup has been cancelled. Instead, we are going to use discord. The invite link is here. Note that there is a slight chance of nobody showing up this time, since I won't be able to join the …
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Regarding COVID-19 The in-person version of this meetup has been cancelled. Instead, we are going to use discord. The invite link is here. If you don't live in Munich and still want to join, you are invited to do so! Hello everybody, We …
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(German version below) We are excited to invite you to our next meetup which will feature multiple lightning talks: Davide will talk about his and his brother's idea to promote EA outreach. Birte from NEAD (Netzwerk für Effektiven …
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Regarding COVID-19 The in-person version of this meetup has been cancelled. Instead, we are going to use discord. The invite link is here. If you don't live in Munich and still want to join, you are invited to do so! Hello everybody, We …
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Regarding COVID-19 The in-person version of this meetup has been cancelled. Instead, we are going to use discord. The invite link is here. If you don't live in Munich and still want to join, you are invited to do so! Hello everybody, We …
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(German version and talk summary below) We are excited to invite you to our next meetup which will feature an introductory talk about nuclear fusion by Rohan Ramasamy, followed by a question and answer session. Just like last month, this …
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Regarding COVID-19 The in-person version of this meetup has been cancelled. Instead, we are going to use discord. The invite link is here. If you don't live in Munich and still want to join, you are invited to do so! Hello everybody, We …
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On What There Is - Quine http://www.uvm.edu/~lderosse/courses/metaph/OnWhatThereIs.pdf
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Regarding COVID-19 The in-person version of this meetup has been cancelled. Instead, we are going to use discord. The invite link is here. If you don't live in Munich and still want to join, you are invited to do so! Hello everybody, We …
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(German version and talk summary below) We are excited to invite you to our next meetup which will feature an introductory talk about quantitative forecasting by Adrian Regenfuß, followed by a hands-on exercise in forecasting. This talk …
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Consciousness and its Place in Nature - David Chalmers https://web.ics.purdue.edu/~drkelly/ChalmersConsciousnessPlaceNature2002.pdf
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COVID-19 The in-person version of this meetup has been cancelled. Instead, we are going to use discord. The invite link is here. If you don't live in Munich and still want to join, you are invited to do so! Hello everybody, We are a …
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Regarding COVID-19 The in-person version of this meetup has been cancelled. Instead, we are going to use discord. The invite link is here. If you don't live in Munich and still want to join, you are invited to do so! Hello everybody, We …
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(English version below) Hier möchten wir zu unserem monatlichen EA-Meetup mit Talks laden. Dieses Mal wird es einen Vortrag zum Thema "Bayesian Updating" von Karsten Miermans geben. Wegen der derzeitigen Quarantäne wird dieses Meetup …
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Greater Happiness for a Greater NumberIs that Possible and Desirable? https://link.springer.com/content/pdf/10.1007/s10902-010-9204-z.pdf
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Regarding COVID-19 The in-person version of this meetup has been cancelled. Instead, we are going to use discord. The invite link is here. If you don't live in Munich and still want to join, you are invited to do so! Hello everybody, We …
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Regarding COVID-19 The in-person version of this meetup has been cancelled. Instead, we are going to use discord. The invite link is here. Helllo everybody, We are a new-ish SSC meetup in Munich formed during the last “Meetups Everwher” …
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(English version below) Hier möchten wir zu unserem monatlichen EA-Meetup with Talks einladen. Dieses Mal freuen wir uns auf einen Vortrag zum Thema "Robustness of models in climate science and climate economics". Unser Referent Nakul …
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Hello everybody, We are a new-ish SSC meetup in Munich formed during the last "Meetups Everywhere" event. After the first meetup, we decided to make this a regular monthly meeting. At meetups, we usually have a casual conversation about …
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Hello everybody, We are a new'ish SSC meetup in Munich formed during the last "Meetups Everywhere" event. After the first meetup, we decided to make this a regular monthly meeting. At meetups, we usually have a casual conversation about …
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We're excited to invite you to our next meetup where Peter von Philipsborn will inspire us with his talk "Transforming the global food system for better health, sustainability and animal welfare". As usual, we begin at 18:30 with a short …
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Hello everybody, We are e new-ish SSC meetup in Munich formed during the last "Meetups Everywhere" event. After the first meetup, we decided to make this a regular monthly meeting. At meetups, we usually have a casual conversation about …
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Christmas edition with mulled wine As usual, we begin with a short introductory talk on Effective Altruism in general followed by this month's topic. After that it's time for a series of lightning talks. You'll be hearing from > Johannes …
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Hello, We are a new SSC meetup in Munich formed during the last/current "Meetups Everywhere" event. After the last meetup, we decided to make this a regular monthly meeting. At this meetup we will mostly discuss interesting things and plan …
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We're excited to invite you to our next meetup where Branimir Dolicki will examine one controversial approach to the climate crisis in his talk "Extinction Rebellion and the Effectiveness of Non-Violent Civil Disobedience". As usual, we …
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Hello, We are a new SSC meetup in Munich formed during the last/current "Meetups Everywhere" event. After the last meetup, we decided to make this a regular monthly meeting. At this meetup we will mostly discuss interesting things and plan …
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As usual, we begin with a short introductory talk on Effective Altruism in general followed by this month's topic. This time Johanna, a local group member, will report on this year's Lokalgruppentreffen (EA local group meetup) and share …
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Munich, Germany Time: Thursday, September 19, 7:00 PM Location: Augustiner-Keller, Arnulfstraße 52, 80335 München, Germany Contact: rlm72[at]cam[dot]ac[dot]uk [LessWrong admin note: This is a crosspost of an event from SSC meetups …
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As usual, we begin with a short introductory talk on Effective Altruism in general followed by this month's topic. You can then grab some snacks and drinks and continue the discussion informally as long as you'd like. Afterwards, Felix …
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As usual, we begin with a short introductory talk on Effective Altruism in general followed by this month's topic. You can then grab some snacks and drinks and continue the discussion informally as long as you'd like. We're looking forward …
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(English version with more details about the talk below) Wie immer geben wir zu Beginn einen Einführungsvortrag zum Effektiven Altruismus im Allgemeinen. Dann folgt das Thema des Abends, dieses Mal wird Jan Stratil einen Vortrag zum …
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We want to inform you about our upcoming meetup where Nikolai Morin is going to talk about the causes, impacts and importance of "Technological Unemployment". As usual, we begin with a short introductory talk on Effective Altruism in …
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We want to inform you about our upcoming meetup where Nikolai Morin is going to talk about the causes, impacts and importance of "Technological Unemployment". As usual, we begin with a short introductory talk on Effective Altruism in …
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We are thrilled to announce a special event: From Counting to Intelligence: AI Version 3.0 (Dr. Patrick van der Smagt) IMPORTANT NOTES: - the event is NOT taking place in our usual venue at Praterinsel. You can see the location at the …
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This month's meetup topic will be climate risk. The speaker will be Jonathan Harris, a full-time effective altruist who recently joined our community. Description Climate risk is one of the defining issues of our times. In this talk …
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EA sollte sich mehr auf das Potential von Gruppen, Organisationen und Institutionen konzentrieren, statt Individuen in den Vordergrund zu stellen. Dies ist eine häufige Kritik. in diesem Meetup wird uns Alma Barmer einen Überblick über …
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In der EA-Bewegung werden häufig Argumente diskutiert, die besagen, dass die ferne Zukunft eine sehr große Rolle in unserem ethischen Denken haben sollte. Doch sehr schnell findet man sich bei solchen Gedankengängen in philosophischen …
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(English version below) Wie gewöhnlich starten wir den Abend um 18:30 Uhr mit einem kurzen allgemeinen Einführungsvortrag zum Effektiven Altruismus. Dieser ist besonders für Neulinge geeignet. Danach geht es um 19 Uhr weiter mit dem …
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(English version below) Du möchtest Gutes tun? Wie entscheidest Du, für welche Zwecke Du Dich einsetzt? Wie gehst Du am besten vor, wenn Du zwei unterschiedliche altruistische Projekte miteinander vergleichen möchtest? Dieses schwierige …
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(English version below) Wie immer geben wir zu Beginn einen Einführungsvortrag zum Effektiven Altruismus im Allgemeinen. Dieses Mal liegt der Schwerpunkt des Abends auf Kritiken am Effektiven Altruismus. Alma Barner wird zuerst ausgewählte …
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(English version below) Wie immer geben wir zu Beginn einen Einführungsvortrag zum Effektiven Altruismus im Allgemeinen. Neben einem Lightning Talk von Wolfgang Moser zu ethischem Offsetting wollen wir uns dieses Mal in Form eines …
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UPDATE: unfortunately, Aumann's Agreement Theorem has to be postponed to the next meetup. I will prepare questions and material for open exchange instead. Hi all, In our ongoing effort to revive regular LW meetups in Munich, you are warmly …
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You're cordially invited to a talk by Jacy Reese on The End of Animal Farming! Today there's widespread agreement that factory farming is devastating for human and animal welfare. Jacy Reese's talk, which accompanies his book of the same …
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Hi all, In our ongoing effort to revive regular LW meetups in Munich, you are warmly invited to Lukas' living community's garden for our next meetup on Saturday afternoon and evening, August 11. Our long term dream is to find a group to …
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Whether you are new to us or you are an EA dinosaur, join us for drinks, debates and chitchat! There is no presentation at these events. If you are completely new to Effective Altruism, it's a good idea to read this article …
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(English version below) Am Dienstag, den 17. Juli 2018 ist es wieder so weit! Das monatliche Meetup with Talks steht an! Wie immer geben wir zu Beginn einen Einführungsvortrag zum Effektiven Altruismus im Allgemeinen. Dann folgt das …
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Whether you are new to us or you are an EA dinosaur, join us for drinks, debates and chitchat! There is no presentation at these events. If you are completely new to Effective Altruism, it's a good idea to read this article …
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Starting at 18:30, an introductory talk will be given for those new to Effective Altruism (EA). Those already familiar with EA are invited to join at 19:00 for the main part of the evening. Afterwards, in what may well be the most …
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Whether you are new to us or you are an EA dinosaur, join us for drinks, debates and chitchat! There is no presentation at these events. If you are completely new to Effective Altruism, it's a good idea to read this article …
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UPDATE: Since nobody contacted me about wanting to come and I am pretty busy atm, I will move the event to 2018-06-09. Sorry if that inconveniences you! I would like to find like-minded people to discuss LW/SSC articles and practice the …
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Starting at 18:30, an introductory talk will be given for those new to Effective Altruism (EA). Those already familiar with EA are invited to join at 19:00 for the main part of the evening. Afterwards, in what may well be the most …
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Whether you are new to us or you are an EA dinosaur, join us for drinks, debates and chitchat! There is no presentation at these events. • What to bring Your brains and your hearts • Where? We are currently trying different places out …
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I would like to find like-minded people to discuss LW/SSC articles and practice the skills described in the series, as I find it hard to implement the theory without practicing consciously. The aim of the first meetups is get to know each …
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Starting at 18:30, an introductory talk will be given for those new to Effective Altruism (EA). Those already familiar with EA are invited to join at 19:00 for the main part of the evening. Afterwards, in what may well be the most …
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Come join, whether you are new to us or you are an EA dinosaur, for drinks, debates and chitchat! There is no presentation at these events. • What to bring Your brains and your hearts • Where? We are currently trying different places out …
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Come join, whether you are new to us or you are an EA dinosaur, for drinks, debates and chitchat! There is no presentation at these events. • What to bring Your brains and your hearts • Where? We are currently trying different places out …
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February 2018
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Starting at 18:30, an introductory talk will be given for those new to Effective Altruism (EA). Those already familiar with EA are invited to join at 19:00 for the main part of the evening. Afterwards, in what may well be the most …
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• What we'll do Come join, whether you are new to us or you are an EA dinosaur, for drinks, debates and chitchat! There is no presentation at these events. • What to bring Your brains and your hearts • Where? We are currently trying …
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January 2018
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Starting at 18:30, an introductory talk will be given for those new to Effective Altruism (EA). Those already familiar with EA are invited to join at 19:00 for the main part of the evening. Afterwards, in what may well be the most …
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• What we'll do Come join, whether you are new to us or you are an EA dinosaur, for drinks, debates and chitchat! • What to bring Your brains and your hearts
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Wir laden euch alle herzlich zum ersten Meetup im Sommersemester ein! Im Vortrag wird Marc Stöckli aus Sichtweise der empirischen Wirtschaftsforschung das Thema Ungleichheit ansprechen. Wie groß sind Einkommens- und Vermögensungleichheit …
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April 2017
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Liebe Freunde, Ihr seid alle herzlich zu unserem nächsten Meetup am 24.03. eingeladen. Wir haben drei Kurzvorträge auf dem Programm: 1. Zoe Cremer: Warum die Zukunft mehr zählt als das Jetzt. Wie sollten wir die auf uns folgenden …
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February 2017
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Metahilfswerke wie GiveWell und Animal Charity Evaluators treten mit dem Verpsrechen auf, uns den Weg zu effektiven und effizienten Hilfsorganisationen zu weisen, bei denen unser Geld am besten aufgehoben ist. In diesem Meetup - dem ersten …
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January 2017
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December 2016
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Liebe Freunde von EA München, 2016 war ein großartiges Jahr für die EA-Bewegung wie auch für unsere Lokalgruppe in München. Wir möchten diese aufregende Zeit gemeinsam mit euch feiern bei unserem letzten Event in diesem Jahr: unser (fast) …
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November 2016
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Vortrag Evidenzbasierte Effektivitätsmessung leidmindernder Interventionen Waisenheime bauen, Mikrokredite¹, Play-Pumps², „Darwins Alptraum“ im Victoriasee³ und Entwicklungshilfe insgesamt⁴ – im Kampf gegen die globale Armut sind in der …
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October 2016
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Many people think that Effective Altruism is all about donating money to effective charities. While this is largely a misconception, there is now a large community of people who have pledged to donate at least 10% of their income to …
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Following Al Gore's "An Inconvenient Truth”, filmmaker Kip Anderson became interested in the ways in which he could fight global warming and environmental degradation. For this he seeked the advice of the biggest environmental …
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If you want to continue the discussions from our last meetup, join us on Wednesday, October 5 to talk about psychology, effective altruism, or whatever topic you’d like to share! And even if you didn’t make it to our last meetup, and you …
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Effective Altruism is the process of finding out how to do the most good with our limited resources. For example, by donating to effective organizations, or by starting your own social project, or even simply by reconsidering your dietary …
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Nothing from the groups you picked.