
What we’re about
Socrates Café is a philosophy meetup that is open to absolutely everyone. We meet weekly to discuss questions that are common to all of humanity. It's held in a casual cafe environment and we encourage everyone to join in the discussion - but there's no obligation to do so. We're bringing philosophy back to the people!
Each meetup will focus around one specific question. Discussions can often veer far of this topic as related questions are explored. This is perfectly alright since to answer any question in a satisfying way related topics and subtopics have to be explored. But the aim is that each of us will walk away with either some satisfying answers to the original question or with some new important questions we have realised need to be explored further.
If you would like to read more about Socrates Café’s around the world check out the following links
Official Site: http://www.philosopher.org/Socrates_Cafe.html
Wikipedia: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Socrates_Cafe
On Meetup.com: http://socratescafe.meetup.com/
Upcoming events (2)
See all- 🔥 Bareback Nihilism: Has Meaning Lost the War Against Pleasure?The Hideaway Cafe & Restaurant , Chiang MaiTHB 250.00
### 🔥 Bareback Nihilism: Has Meaning Lost the War Against Pleasure?
A Raw Philosophy Meetup on Desire, Risk, and Modern Disconnection
🗓️ Date & Time: Saturday, 28th June at 12:00 PM
📍 Location: Hideaway Restaurant – Google Maps
💰 Minimum Spend: 250 THB (food or drink required)
👥 Hosted by: Socrates Discussion Group – Chiang Mai Philosophy Club
🛑 Content Note: This event may include sex-positive and sexually explicit language in the context of philosophical discussion and social critique.***
In an age where commitment feels outdated and impulsivity is glorified, are we witnessing the triumph of nihilism?
- Do younger generations embrace risk as rebellion—or as surrender?
- Is the pursuit of pleasure replacing the search for meaning?
- Can freedom exist without responsibility?
- Can deep philosophy coexist with boundary-pushing lifestyles?
We’ll explore these questions through the lenses of Nietzsche, Kierkegaard, Camus, and yes—TikTok.
If “nothing matters,” then what do we do with our bodies, our choices, and our values?### Format:
Brief intro talk, followed by small group discussions and a shared reflection circle. Open to all identities and viewpoints—just bring curiosity, respect, and your unfiltered self.
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Expect an open, honest, and possibly provocative conversation about modern life, sex, freedom, and existential crisis.
📩 Interested in co-facilitating or suggesting future topics? Message the host. - Socrates Café – Nietzsche, Woke or MAGA? Lets find outThe Hideaway Cafe & Restaurant , Chiang Mai
### Socrates Café – Nietzsche, Woke or MAGA?
📍 Hideaway Café, Chiang Mai
🕛 Friday, July 5th | 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
🍽️ Minimum spend: 250 THB on food and drinks
Join us for a lunchtime philosophy meetup where we’ll dive deep into the ever-relevant and often-misunderstood ideas of Friedrich Nietzsche—through a modern lens.
This week, we’re asking:
Can Nietzsche’s philosophy be claimed by either side of today’s ideological divide? Or is he something entirely different?
We’ll use two thought-provoking YouTube essays from Philosophy Tube as the starting point:
📺 Was Nietzsche Woke?* https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oIzuTabyLS8
📺 Was Nietzsche MAGA?* https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oI4fSxkqdLU&t=2s
(*Please watch both videos before attending so we can jump right into the discussion!)***
### 🧠 What to Expect:
We’ll unpack how Nietzsche’s core ideas—like the "will to power", his critique of morality, and his disdain for herd mentality—might be interpreted, misinterpreted, or co-opted by various modern movements, from so-called “woke culture” to reactionary politics.
These videos explore:- Why Nietzsche resists simple categorization
- How modern ideologies project their values onto his philosophy
- The risks and rewards of applying historical philosophy to today’s debates
Expect lively, respectful discussion in the spirit of Socratic inquiry. No prior expertise needed—just curiosity and a willingness to listen and question.
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### 👥 Who Should Come?
- Thinkers, questioners, wanderers, and skeptics
- People interested in politics, ethics, and how ideas evolve over time
- Fans of Philosophy Tube or anyone curious about Nietzsche
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### 💡 Recommended Prep:
Please watch the two linked videos before coming. They’re both entertaining and deeply insightful—whether you agree with them or not, they’ll prime your mind for the discussion.
Feel free to bring a notebook, a question, or even a quote you want to challenge.***
### 🎟️ Important Notes:
- Minimum spending of 250 THB at Hideaway Café (please support the venue for hosting us!)
- RSVP is appreciated—space is limited
- Bring your best questions and an open mind
Let’s get together and think deeply over coffee, food, and friendship.