The Discussion Experiment - Berlin

Please note that we invite people through different channels, so there are more attendees than you can see here :)

In The Discussion Experiment we usually meet to talk about relevant political, philosophical and personal topics, but sometimes we just want to have fun, therefore:

What can we discover when we don’t just listen to music while doing something else, but as a group and in silence? What will catch our attention and how does the group setting change the experience?
At this event, we’ll take some time to listen to different songs, let them have an effect on us, and share whatever we care to put out there.
After each piece, we’ll take about five minutes to share our impressions.
You can spontaneously suggest songs to listen to but don’t stress about choosing the „right“ song!

From the most sophisticated masterpiece of music history to Aqua’s Barbie Girl, you can suggest whatever you are curious about that night. Or, in fact, you can just listen and not contribute actively, if that’s what you prefer.
Join us, it will be fun. Anyone and everyone is welcome!

This is a paid event. Entry costs 5€ plus a fee that meetup charges.
It is free however for regular guests (if you have been to 2 or more events) and you are also very welcome to join for free, if you currently have to be careful with money. DM us in that case.

FAQ
What can I expect from the event?
Each event is a an experiment so it’s difficult to predict exactly how it will play out.
This time it is all about listening to music together in silence and then share impressions. If we have more people than time for songs, we’ll draw lots to decide who gets to suggest one.
We want this to be a relaxed event. It’s not about picking out particularly unique or sophisticated songs to impress others. Any song you’re curious to hear the group’s thoughts on is good enough.

Will the audio quality be amazing?
No 🙂 It will be fine. We will stream the music and use ordinary speakers, so if you are a super duper hifi kind of person you might be disappointed.

Do I have to speak? Do I have to suggest a song?
No. It’s perfectly fine to just listen. You can decide for yourself at any time how active you want to be and will not be asked to speak. However, there might be a name round in the beginning.

Who is this event for?
This event is for anyone who is curious about it.
We aim to create spaces where people of all ages, identities, and backgrounds feel welcome.
You don’t need to prepare anything, have strong opinions, or be extroverted to take part.

What’s the duration of the event?
Each event lasts between 1.5 and 2 hours. Feel welcome to stay a bit longer to finish the snacks, chat with other participants, and deepen the conversation.

Is the venue wheelchair accessible?
The venue is on the ground floor and accessible with wheelchairs. However, there are unfortunately no wheelchair-accessible bathrooms!