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  • Who: Geared toward adults in their 20s, 30s, 40s.. though any intellectually curious folks are welcome! **
  • Where: Location changes (see event details)
  • When: Every 4-8 weeks on Mondays

Deep Dives & Drafts is a Meetup for intellectually curious individuals who enjoy engaging in thought-provoking conversations and exploring complex topics and ideas.
How it works: Each month or so, we’ll select a central theme to explore. In advance of the meetup, a list of resources (books, documentaries, podcasts, etc.) will be listed in the event description that will be used to frame the conversation. While you're encouraged to engage with the materials beforehand, it is not a requirement for participation.

Each gathering offers an opportunity to delve into unfamiliar topics, challenge assumptions, and gain new perspectives (while enjoying a cold beer, if that is your thing.) The group is new, and thus flexible as we establish membership and group structure/flow.

A quick note on group norms:
This is a space for curiosity, not confrontation. While we may explore complex or even controversial topics, all discussion should remain respectful, grounded in the materials we’ve engaged with, and centered on a spirit of shared learning. No personal attacks, no hidden agendas, no tolerance for hate speech, bullying, or any other behavior that disrupts a constructive atmosphere.
This group is explicitly inclusive of all races, genders, orientations, abilities, and neurotypes. Diverse perspectives enrich our conversations, and we’re committed to fostering a space where everyone feels safe, heard, and respected.

**Social science informs us that a shared life stage can help with group chemistry, but curiosity definitely transcends age—if the format speaks to you, come join us!

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  • Deep Dives & Rabbit Holes: Conspiracy Theory Night

    Deep Dives & Rabbit Holes: Conspiracy Theory Night

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    Welcome to Deep Dives and Drafts! If you're new, please check out our group page to learn more about us here.
    Now that we’ve brushed up on herps, we’re shifting gears! Next up: Conspiracy Theory Night!
    Pick your topic to present. I'm expecting to hear some of the outright ridiculous conspiracy theories, but will also be looking forward to presentations on unclear or uncontested ones with compelling evidence.

    How it will work:

    • Resources: No resource list this time- find your rabbit hole.
    • Expectations: Whether you fully deep-dive into a theory and give a powerpoint presentation, OR ask ChatGPT for talking points under the table at the MeetUp before you present, we welcome any level of participation. No need to present if you’d rather listen. This is low-stakes and is intended to be fun. Assuming we have 8-12 participants as with past meetings, shoot for less than 10 minutes to allow adequate discussion and transition times between topics.
    • Preventing duplicates: Message me on the app or text me with your topic. I’ll update the "Claimed Topics" list below as they come in.
    • Set-Up: I’ll plan to bring my portable projector in case anyone wants to run a PowerPoint or show visuals, etc. (Thanks Kevin for the inspiration). More info to come on logistics.
    • Reminder of Ground Rules: While we encourage thoughtful engagement with complex theories—some of which may have roots in sensitive, prejudicial, or uncomfortable beliefs—everyone is expected to uphold our “Group Norms” explained here.

    Other Housekeeping:

    • I’m getting mixed energy regarding our current location—do we want to change it? Let me know your thoughts in the comments or via message/text.

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    ### Claimed Topics:

    • MK Ultra Theory (Eddy)
    • Chem Trails (Megan)
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