What we’re about
In ancient Greece, the Agora was a place where people gathered to exchange ideas, host performances, and engage with their community. Inspired by this tradition, our group is a space for thoughtful conversation, shared experiences, and intellectual adventure.
Whether we're discussing philosophy, cooking a meal together, exploring museums, or traveling to new places, Agora is about connection—with each other and with the world around us. This is a community powered by the people who show up, and everyone's voice helps shape what we create together. If you enjoy deep conversations, meaningful experiences, and the company of inquisitive minds, join us as we create our own modern-day Agora.
Agora isn't just another discussion to join or event to attend—it's an invitation to explore what might be possible for ourselves and the world around us.
REQUIREMENTS
No credentials are needed—just a willingness to share your experiences and ideas and to learn from others. This means listening respectfully even when you disagree, and being mindful not to dominate the conversation. Our goal is to create a supportive, engaging environment where everyone feels heard.
NOTE ON ATTENDANCE
If you need to cancel, please do so as soon as possible to be respectful of the organizer and others who wish to participate. Repeated cancellations or no-shows may result in being moved to the waitlist for future events, with attendance depending on whether spots open up. If you're on the waitlist, keep an eye out—spaces may become available at the last minute!
FEEDBACK
All feedback is welcome, and the organizer checks messages regularly. Agora belongs to its participants as much as it does to the organizer, and the goal is for it to grow into something shaped and co-created by its regular members. If you enjoy your experience and feel inspired, we’d love for you to take part in shaping future events—whether that’s hosting a discussion, organizing a hike, cooking a meal together, planning a trip, or bringing new ideas to the table. If you have something to offer or would like to get involved, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Hike to Cesky Raj (Bohemian Paradise)Metro B Cerny most Bus Terminal, Prague
Heading out for a hike this Saturday (20 September) to Cesky Raj.
- Route: Mnichovo Hradiště round trip ~21 km, ~500 m elevation. https://mapy.com/s/poropuhuda
- Meeting point: Cerny Most at 08:20 to catch bus 345 to Mnichovo Hradiště.
- Plan: Hike with a packed lunch break halfway. Finish at Mnichovo Hradiště around 17:30. We can have dinner/drinks there or head straight back depending on mood and individual preference.
- Return: Buses and trains back to Prague run about once an hour. You can buy a ticket on the spot, or via the Litacka app.
Bring enough water and food for yourself. There are spots on route to get snacks/drinks, but they are not always open.
- Sunday Reading Circle: the Apology of SocratesHome, Prague
In this series of meetings, we'll come together to read and discuss some of the greatest texts and essays from the fields of Philosophy, Politics, and Economics: from the Nobel laureates, famous philosophers, both ancient and modern, and influential political theorists.
No academic background is required! Anyone is welcome – as long as you've read the text in advance ;)
All texts will be short (10-20 pages max) and easy to find upon a quick Google search. I will also make sure to share the direct links in advance.
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This time we will read the Apology of Socrates by Plato, one of the foundational texts of Western philosophy. It is the most detailed account of Socrates’ trial in 399 BCE, where he was charged with impiety and corrupting the youth of Athens.
In the dialogue, Socrates famously declares that 'the unexamined life is not worth living', cementing philosophy as an existential pursuit, and insists that truth and justice matter more than popularity or persuasion. Plato portrays Socrates as a new type of intellectual hero – someone willing to die for philosophy and truth rather than compromise his principles.
Link:
https://www.platonicfoundation.org/translation/apology/~~~
Location: we will meet in cafes, parks, or one another's living rooms throughout the summer. Together, we will discuss the great theories and ideas; think, debate, contemplate, deliberate, and by our joint effort we will aim to get one step closer towards understanding of this world.
This time we’ll meet at Justin’s home (Blahníkova 646/16). The names on the buzzer are “McCandless, Everett, Mainous,” go up to the 5th floor and if the button in the elevator gives you trouble then just ride it up to the 4th floor.
Meeting structure: each session will begin with a brief summary of the key ideas from the reading, followed by open discussion.
Please read the text in advance, make highlights, and write down any thoughts or questions that you find especially interesting and compelling.
Knowledge Will Break the Chains of Slavery
Veritas Vos Liberabit ✊
