What we’re about
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.
Upcoming events
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•OnlineHealthy Habits for a New Year
OnlineAs the new year begins, many of us feel a renewed motivation to “get healthy.” One of the most powerful areas for improvement is food: what we eat, how we eat, and the habits that surround those choices. Instead of dramatic resolutions or short-lived diets, many experts now emphasize small, consistent changes in how we eat — choosing more whole foods, paying attention to hunger cues, and building meals that truly sustain us. In addition to diet, wellness practices such as steady movement, restorative sleep, and simple stress-management techniques can reinforce these nutritional shifts, creating a more balanced foundation for the year ahead.
- Why do you think the new year feels like a natural time to reevaluate our health and eating habits?
- What factors most influence the daily food choices you make — convenience, culture, emotions, cost, taste?
- When you think about “eating well,” what matters more: what you eat, how you eat, or why you eat?
- How do wellness practices like sleep, movement, and stress management influence your food choices (and vice versa)?
- Which small, realistic changes do you think make the biggest long-term difference in overall well-being?
- How can communities — friends, family, workplaces, or even groups like this — support more sustainable health habits throughout the year?
New Year’s Resolutions: Setting and Reaching Health Goals https://www.massgeneralbrigham.org/en/about/newsroom/articles/healthy-new-year-goals
The Secret to Better Habits in 2026 https://ryanholiday.medium.com/the-secret-to-better-habits-in-2026-3caeea5c20e3
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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 chat55 attendees
•OnlineThe Rise of Socialism
OnlineThe election of Zohran Mamdani as Mayor of New York City reflects a broader resurgence of socialist ideas in American politics, particularly among younger voters. For supporters, this rise is largely a response to widening economic inequality, rising housing and healthcare costs, and a sense that traditional market-based policies have failed to provide stability or fairness. Mamdani and similar figures frame socialism less as government control and more as an expansion of public goods.
Critics, however, argue that socialist policies risk increasing government inefficiency and expanding state power in ways that may undermine individual freedom and economic growth. As a result, the debate goes beyond specific policies and taps into deeper questions about the proper role of government. Mamdani’s rise has become a focal point for these tensions, symbolizing a growing divide over capitalism’s future.
- What social or economic conditions do you think most strongly explain the renewed appeal of socialism?
- To what extent do you see Mamdani’s election as a reaction against capitalism versus an attempt to reform it?
- Are rising housing, healthcare, and education costs better addressed through expanded public programs or market-based solutions — or some hybrid of the two?
- How should we distinguish between democratic socialism and more traditional forms of socialism, and does that distinction matter in practice?
- Do you think the rise of socialist-leaning leaders represents a lasting ideological shift, or is it more of a temporary response to current economic pressures?
The Rise and Fall (and Rise) of American Socialism https://www.nytimes.com/2025/11/07/style/american-socialism-dsa-mamdani.html
The Real Reason Socialism is on the Rise https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=utTclkuPpN0
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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 chat57 attendees
Past events
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