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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.
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すべて見る- Capitalism: The Best Worst System?参加者に表示されるリンク
Capitalism is an economic system based on private ownership, profit-driven enterprise, and market competition. Supporters see it as a powerful engine for innovation, efficiency, and individual freedom, arguing that it rewards hard work and allows people to pursue their own economic interests. In this view, capitalism lifts living standards and expands consumer choice through the dynamic forces of supply and demand. Critics, however, point out that capitalism can concentrate wealth and power in the hands of a few, often at the expense of workers and communities. They argue that it tends to prioritize profit over human needs, contributing to inequality and instability.
- What are the strongest arguments in favor of capitalism as an economic system?
- What are the main criticisms of capitalism, and how valid are they in today’s global economy?
- Does capitalism inherently lead to inequality, or can it be structured to promote fairness?
- Should the government play a more active role in regulating capitalism, or should markets remain largely free?
- How has capitalism shaped innovation and technological progress — for better or worse?
- Are there viable alternatives to capitalism, or is it the best system we have despite its flaws?
What is Capitalism? History, Pros & Cons, vs. Socialism https://www.investopedia.com/terms/c/capitalism.asp
Noam Chomsky – The Alternative to Capitalism https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RUzquEya6Lw
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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 chat - How Rational Are We?参加者に表示されるリンク
Humans have long been celebrated as rational beings—capable of reasoning, problem-solving, and making logical decisions. Philosophers from Aristotle to Descartes have emphasized reason as a defining human trait. Yet modern research in psychology, behavioral economics, and neuroscience paints a more complicated picture. We are prone to cognitive biases, emotional reasoning, and mental shortcuts that often lead to irrational outcomes. At the same time, these so-called “irrationalities” may serve adaptive purposes, helping us survive and function in complex, uncertain environments.
- To what extent can we separate reason from emotion when making decisions?
- How do cognitive biases like confirmation bias or loss aversion reflect the limits of human rationality?
- Can moral decisions be made purely through reason, or do they inherently require an emotional component?
- How does our understanding of rationality affect how we approach debates, disagreements, or public policy?
- Do you think striving for pure rationality is a realistic or even worthwhile goal?
Humans Are Emotional – Not Rational https://studioq.com/blog/2024/12/27/humans-are-emotionalnot-rational
A Rational Look at Irrationality https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x9CXyNkAYEc
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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 chat
