What we’re about
Bring people together and explore NYC.
RSVPs may be limited for some events. [There will be a nominal charge (nonrefundable) for each event, primarily in order to discourage no-shows, and to defray the cost Meetup.com's fees.] I look forward to meeting you!
Connect, Grow, Pay It Forward.
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About "Conversations New York"
Imagine…
Hundreds of New Yorkers coming together in small groups of neighbors
and fellow citizens to discuss topics of intensive interest…
Hosted at no cost and at convenient locations and times…
Aided by simple guiding principles…
Inspired by the city’s grand tradition of robust conversation…
Our vision is to inspire, organize, publicize, facilitate and celebrate a renaissance of healthy dialogue in New York City.
Our Mission:
1. Encourage and support interesting and important conversations among New Yorkers at the grass-roots level,
2. Establish simple, affordable, and sustainable infrastructure to foster such conversations throughout the city year-round.
3. Add to the worldwide image of New York as a metropolis where culture and intellect thrive among the people.
4. Maintain conversations with a human face by discussing topics in-person.
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Join our network:
"NYC Socrates Cafe" (https://www.meetup.com/NYCSocratesCafe)
"NYC Myers Briggs Personality Typing Meetup" (https://www.meetup.com/MBTIxMeetup)
"TED Talk Inspired Meetups" (https://www.meetup.com/TED-Inspired-Meetup)
"Conversations New York" (https://www.meetup.com/Conversations-New-York)
"Applied Psychology NYC" (https://www.meetup.com/psychology-NYC)
You are invited to join the conversation in Bryant Park:
https://vimeo.com/342325098 (6 min.)
https://photos.app.goo.gl/DxPyujK96qFauebW2
https://www.instagram.com/conversationsnewyork/
Conversations New York Presents
"CONVERSATION DAY"
Conversation Day in Bryant Park is hailed as “one of the most enjoyable events in the City” by the dean of American travel writers, Arthur Frommer, and featured on major metropolitan radio and TV.
Imagine hundreds of New Yorkers gathering in small groups to discuss topics that matter most, hosted at convenient locations and times, and guided by simple principles that foster meaningful conversation.
Our Vision: To spark a renaissance of healthy dialogue in New York City, inspired by the city's rich tradition of robust conversation.
Join us on:
Saturday, June 14th, from 3-5 pm
Bryant Park Fountain Terrace https://youtu.be/g4CmWNxgsic
Note: After 12:00 PM on June 14th, please check the event status at ConversationsNewYork.com for any updates, including possible rain cancellation.
Register to attend:
- Enter from 6th Avenue and West 41st Street
- Check-in at the yellow Welcome Table by the Fountain for your name badge
- If you need assistance, call Event# 646-727-0911 (please call, do not leave a voicemail or text)
Register now to be a part of this annual event!
Host: Margarita, Michael, Li, MBTI NYC
Host: Jeff, Keeping It Real: The Art & Science of Purposeful Leadership, Conversations New York
Host: Laurence, Center for Inquiry NYC
Host: Max, The Lyceum
Host: Bill, "What happened to the political center?"
Host: Cole, Ren, Jawaun, Elle, Edith, David, NY Philosophy, NY Philosophy Club
Host: Mike, "Artificial Superintelligence: Implications, Scenarios, and Preferences," Conversations New York
Host: Yen, Manhattan Lectures & Conversations
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Conversation Day is celebrated worldwide annually on the second Saturday in June by social/cultural activists in over 20 cities including London, Paris, Lagos, Beijing, Tokyo, Bangalore, Kuala Lumpur, and Riyadh.
Conversations New York (CNY), the foremost program of free public conversations. www.ConversationsNewYork.com
Ronald Gross, Founder and Director of Conversations New York, grossassoc@AOL.com
Discuss one of the exciting topics with other lively-minded New Yorkers, sharing your thoughts, experiences, and ideas. Conversations will start each hour on the hour.
Topics will include:
● Happiness, Peace, Friendship, Love
● Truth, Wisdom, Self-Discovery
● Overcoming Our Political Divides
● Coping and Thriving in NYC
● What’s Really Funny?
● Education Reform
● AI generated philosophical questions and many others!
Share your photos on our Facebook page and Instagram
#conversationday #conversationsnewyork #bryantpark #nyc #philosophy #thingstodonyc #nyclife
NYC OUTDOOR EVENT 3 PM - 5 PM. 5:30 PM after Party hosted by Margarita and Michael at Vanderbilt Eateries.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- 12th Annual Conversation Day Meetup in Bryant Park—¥, Laurence, Max, Mike, JeffBryant Park Fountain Terrace, New York, NY
You are invited to join the conversation in Bryant Park:
https://vimeo.com/342325098 (6 min.)
https://photos.app.goo.gl/DxPyujK96qFauebW2
https://www.instagram.com/conversationsnewyork/Conversations New York Presents
"CONVERSATION DAY"
Conversation Day in Bryant Park is hailed as “one of the most enjoyable events in the City” by the dean of American travel writers, Arthur Frommer, and featured on major metropolitan radio and TV.Imagine hundreds of New Yorkers gathering in small groups to discuss topics that matter most, hosted at convenient locations and times, and guided by simple principles that foster meaningful conversation.
Our Vision: To spark a renaissance of healthy dialogue in New York City, inspired by the city's rich tradition of robust conversation.
Join us on:
Saturday, June 14th, from 3-5 pm
Bryant Park Fountain Terrace https://youtu.be/g4CmWNxgsicNote: After 12:00 PM on June 14th, please check the event status at ConversationsNewYork.com for any updates, including possible rain cancellation.
Register to attend:
- Enter from 6th Avenue and West 41st Street
- Check-in at the yellow Welcome Table by the Fountain for your name badge
- If you need assistance, call Event# 646-727-0911 (please call, do not leave a voicemail or text)
Register now to be a part of this annual event!
Host: Margarita, Michael, Li, MBTI NYC
Host: Jeff, Keeping It Real: The Art & Science of Purposeful Leadership, Conversations New York
Host: Laurence, Center for Inquiry NYC
Host: Max, The Lyceum
Host: Bill, "What happened to the political center?"
Host: Cole, Ren, Jawaun, Elle, Edith, David, NY Philosophy, NY Philosophy Club
Host: Mike, "Artificial Superintelligence: Implications, Scenarios, and Preferences," Conversations New York
Host: Yen, Manhattan Lectures & Conversations***
Conversation Day is celebrated worldwide annually on the second Saturday in June by social/cultural activists in over 20 cities including London, Paris, Lagos, Beijing, Tokyo, Bangalore, Kuala Lumpur, and Riyadh.
Conversations New York (CNY), the foremost program of free public conversations. www.ConversationsNewYork.com
Ronald Gross, Founder and Director of Conversations New York, grossassoc@AOL.comDiscuss one of the exciting topics with other lively-minded New Yorkers, sharing your thoughts, experiences, and ideas. Conversations will start each hour on the hour.
Topics will include:
● Happiness, Peace, Friendship, Love
● Truth, Wisdom, Self-Discovery
● Overcoming Our Political Divides
● Coping and Thriving in NYC
● What’s Really Funny?
● Education Reform
● AI generated philosophical questions and many others!Share your photos on our Facebook page and Instagram
#conversationday #conversationsnewyork #bryantpark #nyc #philosophy #thingstodonyc #nyclife
NYC OUTDOOR EVENT 3 PM - 5 PM. 5:30 PM after Party hosted by Margarita and Michael at Vanderbilt Eateries.
- FTI: How Neurotypicals Can Better Understand and CommunicateLink visible for attendees
Communication Differences: How Neurotypicals Can Better Understand and Communicate with the Neurodivergent.
Speaker: Benjamin Meyer, LCSW-R
Bilingual Psychotherapist/CoachHave you ever wondered how to identify and communicate with a neurodivergent person? Whether they are autistic, have ADHD, dyslexia, OCD, or a learning difference, understanding their communication needs will not only help you to support them, but could also create meaningful neurodiverse relationships. I will describe some common traits in neurodivergent communication and ways you can create an inclusive environment.
Format: Lecture and discussion
Note: social time for our community 15 minutes before the presentation.
To get familiar with our organization, feel free to learn more here:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1E16-qv-OZZoKh4HSyHCtQ_eZA-ko_n3Kd3SwxfLpk84/edit?tab=t.0#heading=h.qsvmnmkadvaqTo get familiar with our past events, feel free to check out our YouTube channel:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmixGB9GdrptyEWovEj80zgAfter registering via zoom, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
We publish our event recordings on our Youtube channel to offer our help to anyone who would like to but can’t attend the meeting, so we need to give this clause. If you don’t want to be recorded, just remain on mute and keep your video off.
Here’s our legal notice: For valuable consideration received, by joining this event I hereby grant Free Thinker Institute and its legal representatives and assigns, the irrevocable and unrestricted right to use and publish any and all Zoom recordings for trade, advertising and any other commercial purpose, and to alter the same without any restriction. I hereby release Free Thinker Institute and its legal representatives and assigns from all claims and liability related to said video recordings.
- FTI: 5 Simple Rules to Live a Better Life - A Conversation with Garrett LangLink visible for attendees
For today's meeting, we will gather to engage in an intellectual discussion group that promises to be as enriching as it is stimulating. The theme of our conversation will be "Five Simple Rules to Live a Better Life," a topic that I believe resonates with the continuous learning and growth we all aspire to.
Here are the five intentions that will guide our discussion:
- Utilizing reason to continually evolve into the best version of ourselves, seeking truth and fairness in our endeavors.
- Embracing transparency in our identity and beliefs, matched with a willingness to trust and an openness to challenge our perspectives with new, possibly conflicting ideas.
- Sharpening our critical thinking to ensure it becomes a reliable compass for sound decision-making.
- Striving to amplify happiness and reduce harm for ourselves and those within our sphere of influence.
- Recognizing our universal desire for love, fostering a readiness to both give and receive it, in all its forms.
Let’s discuss these 5 intentions in more detail, and discuss how we can use them in our daily lives. For those interested in practicing applying these intentions into their daily lives, you can always apply to be a member of the FTI (Currently free) where we practice doing just that. Learn more about us here:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1E16-qv-OZZoKh4HSyHCtQ_eZA-ko_n3Kd3SwxfLpk84/edit?tab=t.0#heading=h.6r8ewdm34lvo
EvSpeaker: Mr. Garrett Lang
Garrett Lang is the Founder and Executive Director of the Free Thinker Institute, a transformative community that blends personal development, ethical exploration, and practical education. Under his leadership, the Institute has grown into a vibrant space where individuals from all walks of life explore deep questions about purpose, ethics, and success in modern society. Garrett is the architect of the “5 Intentions,” a pioneering ethical code designed to foster unity and thoughtful decision-making in an increasingly divided world.
Through weekly events and curated peer mentorship programs, Garrett has built a platform that bridges philosophy with real-world application—empowering members to not only think deeply, but to act meaningfully. His approach to “practical philosophy” makes complex ideas actionable, helping people cultivate both personal growth and professional acumen in fields like product management, software development, and UX design.
A Cornell University graduate with over two decades of experience in technology leadership and entrepreneurship, Garrett continues to innovate at the intersection of values and systems. He brings the same rigor and visionary thinking that helped him double the operating margin of a 200-person company into his work at the Free Thinker Institute, demonstrating that thoughtful, ethical frameworks can be both aspirational and operational.
Learn more at www.freethinkerinstitute.org.