
What we’re about
The Thinkers’ Club is a discussion group intended to provide a fun, non-judgmental forum to share and debate intellectual and philosophical ideas with other critical thinkers. Come prepared to share concepts from history, philosophy, politics, religion, sociology, psychology, etc. that have influenced your thinking.
Members of all creeds, backgrounds, and walks of life are encouraged to attend. At The Thinkers' Club, we believe that intellectual discourse is best when we can explore - not dictate - views. On that note, bring an open mind and a friendly tolerance/respect for others' ideas.
Events are held virtually via Zoom.
Upcoming events
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You've Been Granted a Superpower: Which Do You Choose?
OnlineThe idea of superpowers taps into both imagination and philosophy, inviting us to consider what abilities we would choose if the limits of being human could be surpassed. Common powers include flight, invisibility, super strength, mind reading, or time manipulation, each reflecting different desires — freedom, safety, control, or insight. The discussion often raises deeper questions: would we use these abilities for personal gain or for the good of others? What hidden challenges might come with powers that seem ideal at first glance? Ultimately, the question of superpowers isn’t just about fantasy — it’s also a mirror for how we think about human potential and responsibility.
- What do our imagined powers reveal about our deepest values?
- Which superpower do you think would actually be the most useful in real life, and which would be the most dangerous?
- Are there powers that seem appealing at first but might actually create problems (e.g., mind reading, immortality)?
- Do you think limits or weaknesses (like Superman’s kryptonite) are necessary for superpowers to be meaningful?
- If everyone had a superpower, how would society change? Would it be more equal or more chaotic?
Superpower Quiz https://kids.nationalgeographic.com/games/personality-quizzes/article/what-superpower-should-you-have
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In addition to the main topic (above), we also provide breakout rooms at 8pm as follows:
“Philosophy” – philosophy and its applications
“Town Square” – politics and current events
“Conference Room” – open for anything
“The Lounge” – light social chat42 attendees - •Online
Postmodernism
OnlinePostmodernism is a broad intellectual movement that emerged in the mid-20th century as a reaction against modernist ideals of objective truth and rational certainty. While modernism was marked by confidence in reason and science, postmodernism questions these assumptions and emphasizes the relativity of knowledge, culture, and meaning.
Major Tenets of Postmodernism
- Skepticism of Grand Narratives: Postmodernists challenge overarching theories that claim to explain reality (such as “science gives us absolute truth”).
- Relativity of Truth: Knowledge is seen as socially constructed, context-dependent, and shaped by power relations rather than purely objective discovery.
- Deconstruction of Language: Thinkers like Jacques Derrida highlight how language is unstable and meanings shift depending on context, undermining the idea of fixed definitions.
- Plurality and Diversity: Instead of one universal perspective, postmodernism celebrates multiple viewpoints, identities, and cultural expressions.
- Power and Knowledge: Following Michel Foucault, postmodernism emphasizes that what counts as “truth” is often tied to systems of power and authority.
- If truth is relative and socially constructed, can there still be such a thing as objective knowledge — or do we always interpret knowledge through a cultural or personal lens?
- Postmodernism celebrates plurality and diversity of perspectives. What are the strengths and potential challenges of this approach?
- Does postmodernism’s skepticism toward universal truths risk undermining science, ethics, or shared values that society depends on?
- Some critics argue that postmodernism leads to relativism and even cynicism. Do you think this is a fair critique, or is it a misreading of the movement?
- In a world saturated with media and competing narratives, does postmodernism help us make sense of our times — or does it make truth and meaning harder to grasp?
What is Postmodernism? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zw1ucZEqQ78
Postmodernism and Its Critics https://anthropology.ua.edu/theory/postmodernism-and-its-critics/
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In addition to the main topic (above), we also provide breakout rooms at 8pm as follows:
“Philosophy” – philosophy and its applications
“Town Square” – politics and current events
“Conference Room” – open for anything
“The Lounge” – light social chat38 attendees - •Online
Halloween Thrills
OnlineThis Halloween, we’re trading philosophy for fright! 🎃👻 We’ll begin with some of the creepiest urban legends — like poisoned candy, the vanishing hitchhiker, the babysitter and the man upstairs, and the mirror-dwelling “Bloody Mary" — and consider what these tales reveal about shared anxieties and social fears. Then, we’ll shift to sharing our favorite scary stories, whether they’re drawn from folklore, literature, or personal experience. It’ll be a night of eerie fun and a chance to reflect on why we’re so drawn to stories that scare us.
50 of the Spookiest Urban Legends from Every State https://www.rd.com/list/scary-urban-legends/
Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark Trilogy https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j488ZwXoPLA
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In addition to the main topic (above), we also provide breakout rooms at 8pm as follows:
“Philosophy” – philosophy and its applications
“Town Square” – politics and current events
“Conference Room” – open for anything
“The Lounge” – light social chat25 attendees
Past events
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