Empathy

**What if consciousness isn’t something the brain produces — but something the universe is?** Most of us have absorbed a picture of reality in which matter comes first: the brain generates mind, and when the brain stops, the mind vanishes. It feels like common sense. But a growing number of analytic philosophers and scientists are asking whether that picture can actually hold together — and **whether idealism, the view that consciousness is fundamental to reality, deserves a serious second look**. **Analytical Idealism is not mysticism in disguise. It’s a rigorous, philosophically precise position that engages directly with the hard problem of consciousness, the findings of modern physics, and the limits of materialist explanation**. It takes the tools of analytic philosophy seriously — and uses them to challenge one of our deepest assumptions about what exists. In this session, we’ll explore: • Why materialism struggles to account for the existence of subjective experience • What Analytical Idealism actually claims — and what it doesn’t • What it might mean, practically and existentially, if mind is primary No prior background in philosophy is needed. We’ll build up the ideas together, and the emphasis will be on genuine inquiry rather than expertise. About the host: Corrado Alesso is a software engineer working across mobility, big data, security, and energy — and, more recently, a newly-minted carpenter. When he’s not chasing his interests in electronics, astrophotography, or music, he reads philosophy — particularly metaphysics (to peek behind the veil), philosophy of mind (can’t wrap my head around the C-problem) and ontology (so that I can drop this word at parties). It started with a suspicion that blaming consciousness on complexity feels a bit cheap. That suspicion led him to Analytical Idealism, which he finds deeply grounded — and, uncomfortably, quite convincing. He’s looking forward to dissecting it together.

**MigAct Networking Event** How do we build strong, open communities in Prague? Is “community organizing” just a concept, or is it what happens in our neighborhoods every day? Join us for ***Community Organizers in Action***, an afternoon of networking and honest conversation about what it takes to act together in the Czech Republic. **What will happen:** **Real Talk:** Discussion with the with experts from the field about what community organizing really looks like. **Projects in Action:** Our training participants will pitch the local projects they’re launching right now. **Speed Dating & Networking:** A quick, fun way to meet everyone in the room and find new allies. **Networking Wall:** Bring your flyers or business cards! We’ll have a space for you to share your work and find collaborators. 🗓️ May 27, 2026 ⏰ 16:00–18:30 📍 Podnikatelské a inovační centrum hl. m. Prahy (PIC), *Škodův palác*. Charvátova 41/6, Praha 1 Please RSVP here by May 25th: [https://forms.gle/anbrdkVHTNbJKXiF9](https://forms.gle/anbrdkVHTNbJKXiF9?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBEwRUg1WVFsa1Nyd0NWUlQwd3NydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR75UCdeOR1Df2AyO9jMzkiPjCIIDmRAfw_HdpBkQ4BVk1C1W9i7ddr_gZ1htA_aem_ZtxTRKkjJtpAFZDCYAwQ1w) We’re excited to meet you! This Project has been supported by the European Philanthropic Initiative for Migration (EPIM), a collaborative initiative of the Network of European Foundations (NEF).

Rádi bychom vás pozvali na další setkání naší datové komunity **Data Punkers**, které se tentokrát zaměří na to, proč **AI needs better data** — a jak to vypadá v praxi 🤖📊 Čeká nás večer věnovaný reálnému nasazení AI ve firmách — od prvních kroků až po produkční řešení. Žádná teorie od stolu — jen konkrétní zkušenosti lidí, kteří AI dnes skutečně používají. Krátké přednášky, konkrétní zkušenosti a pak klasický komunitní networking. **💡 PROGRAM** **🤖 AI v datech: Jak jsme to rozjeli v Shoptetu a co jsme cestou zjistili** *[Aleš Tygl](https://www.linkedin.com/in/ales-tygl/), Head of Data, Shoptet* Jak v Shoptetu přistupují k AI readiness jako k procesu, ne jednorázovému projektu. Aleš nasdílí konkrétní zkušenosti s implementací a adopcí AI agentů a ukáže, kde je hranice mezi hype a realitou. **🤖 100k+ requestů měsíčně: Jak mít AI pod kontrolou** *[Adam Dobiáš](https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamdobias/), Data Director, Dateio* Jak postavit vlastní AI pipeline, která zvládne velký objem requestů a přitom zůstane plně pod kontrolou. Adam ukáže, proč se rozhodli opustit black-box řešení, jak funguje jejich přístup k přesnosti a auditovatelnosti — a co všechno obnáší provoz AI v produkci. **🤖 PBI Speedrunner aneb Jak jsme přestali klikat dashboardy a nechali to dělat agenta** *[Luboš Vaindl,](https://www.linkedin.com/in/lubo%C5%A1-vaindl-b85351104/?skipRedirect=true) Data Engineer, Revolt BI* Jak si pomocí AI urychlit práci a soustředit se na to, co má skutečně smysl. Luboš ukáže, proč samotný Copilot nestačí, co dnes AI zvládá lépe než člověk a kde má naopak stále své limity. **🤖 Jak dostat AI do každodenního fungování firmy** *[Tiep Luu Danh](https://www.linkedin.com/in/tiep-luu-danh/), Chief Product Officer, Vilgain* Jak zvládnout migraci datové platformy a zároveň začít smysluplně pracovat s AI. Tiep sdílí zkušenosti s přechodem na moderní datovou architekturu a s nasazením AI agentů do praxe — co to obnáší, kde to přináší největší hodnotu a na co si dát pozor. 📅 **Kdy:** 27\. května 2026 🕔 **Open door:** 17:00 🎤 **Začátek přednášek:** 17:30 📍 **Kde:** [Shoptet, Pod Dráhou 1637/6, Praha 7 (Port7, budova E3)](https://share.google/4oLqceg6bgY9VSKom) Těšíme se na vás! **Data Punkers**

**The best latin dancing on a Wednesday night in Prague**💃✨ Forró is a rhythmic Brazilian dance known for its warm, welcoming community and very casual dance floor vibes. ✅ **No experience needed** → We kick off at 7:45 PM with a quick introduction to the basics.🕺 ✅ **No partner needed** → We rotate after every song. If you feel like dancing, simply ask anyone taking a break to join you. 👋 ✅ **No dress code** → Wear casual basics. You can dance in socks or barefoot. 👣 ✅ **Voluntary donations** → Entry is voluntary (usually 150 CZK via cash or QR code). Social dancing is better than the gym, cheaper than therapy and there is no small talk. If you love to move and want to make new friends, simply show up on Wednesday and let's dance!! 💃✨

I’m attending the panel talk about AI adoption in organisations. You are welcome to join me:) AI is becoming a co-decision-maker. The panel of experts will dig into what's really changing, where AI creates genuine value (and where it doesn't). The panel brings together combined expertise spans innovation, business, internal processes, and practical work with technology. More about the event: [https://www.linkedin.com/posts/european-leadership-%26-academic-institute_minulý-měsíc-proběhlo-první-letošní-setkání-activity-7460607352736583680-uvXP](https://www.linkedin.com/posts/european-leadership-%2526-academic-institute_minul%C3%BD-m%C4%9Bs%C3%ADc-) 📅 May 27th 🗣 Language: Czech 🎟 Free entry Register here: [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfsGptqTAqMZrwXPcn5j0Ukt0o19a7MzIdiZE0YP17HZnrwdg/viewform](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfsGptqTAqMZrwXPcn5j0Ukt0o19a7MzIdiZE0YP17HZnrwdg/viewform)

Lets meet at for a drink or two after work and enjoy the great atmosphere, wonderful food and drinks. So come join us to enjoy a night of meeting new people with an amazing view of the city. It is free seating/standing. Once I arrive, I will give the exact location where we're at. Important: In case of rain, we will have to cancel. See you there :) Shahab

Looking to play basketball in Prague without stress, pressure, or needing a team? Join our **social basketball open play** – a relaxed, friendly run where anyone can join, no matter the level. Whether you play regularly or just want to get back on the court, you’ll fit right in. We keep the vibe **easy-going, social, and fun** – no competition, no pressure. On-site, there’s an experienced organizer who takes care of everything: – team rotation – basic rules if needed – making sure everyone gets involved We usually play **3v3 or 5v5**, depending on the number of players, so everyone gets plenty of time on the court. 👉 Come solo or with a friend 👉 All levels welcome 👉 No stress – just show up and play **Limited spots (usually 8–12 players) – we often fill up.** *** ## 🎟️ Reservation To secure your spot, book here: 👉 [https://www.bananasport.cz/sportovni-udalost/560#](https://www.bananasport.cz/sportovni-udalost/560#)

Want to experience an urban farm on one of Prague’s river islands as we head into spring? Or just join a group of community motivated individuals and spend your Sunday in nature? Then come along on Sunday for an afternoon with Metrofarm to work on their farm on cizarsky ostrov! Make sure to wear something suitable for the weather, comfortable, that you won’t mind getting dirty, bring gloves if you have them - we have spares, and a water bottle. If you have any questions, contact Julia +420 737 890 656 or Wendy +420 731 873 300

In a world full of opinions, noise, and quick reactions, we often miss spaces for real dialogue — for slowing down, listening, and connecting with one another. This evening is an invitation to do exactly that. Join us for an open and friendly evening (in English & free of charge) dedicated to How We Die. We will brainstorm together in an Open Space–style format, where participants choose topics themselves about what we want to discuss from this broad topic - questions to help you get inspired: What does it mean to die? Do we have a right to die? Can we lose it? Can we be forced to stay alive? Afterwards, participants will form small groups to explore the questions and insights around the topics 18:00 – Doors open 18:15 – Introduction & topic selection 18:40 - We start discussions 19:40 - Closing session (sharing activities) 20:00 - Networking & Connect What to expect: A welcoming space for newcomers and regulars alike Be slightly pushed to socialize Open, participant-led small-group discussions on diverse perspectives No expertise required — everyone’s opinion matters! Safe, respectful, and judgment-free conversations More about sharing and reflecting than debating or convincing No pressure to speak — listening is just as valuable Not a lecture, not a debate club, and definitely not intimidating! Feel free to bring some snacks to share! Friendly dogs are welcome! If you are a regular that appreciate us and can help, or a newcomer who enjoyed the evening, and wants to help, we have recently set a Patreon page where you can support us! https://www.patreon.com/cw/EarthSocietyDialogues

PangeAI is building agent-driven geospatial intelligence for anyone, turning natural language queries into instant spatial analysis and decisions, with no GIS knowledge required. Backed by autonomous agents we're focused on use cases geospatial context drive real decisions. We're headquartered in the Bay Area with our European HQ right next door in Prague. Maps encode rich spatial context that today's AI agents largely fail to interpret. In this talk, I'll share how we're teaching agents to "read" maps in production at PangeAI starting with geospatial embeddings as a practical foundation for geo-similarity detection, then layering multi-agentic orchestration on top to generate strategic geospatial insights at scale. Along the way, I'll walk through the tooling and frameworks we've built to make all of this tractable for engineers, with real-world examples and open questions at the intersection of geospatial data and agentic AI. Oh, and the [survey](https://swalgeqfetb.typeform.com/to/UywC1NvW)? Still open — developers only. And there's [LEGO ](https://www.lego.com/cs-cz/product/the-razor-crest-75447)waiting for whoever fills it out. 🧱 \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ⌚️ **Start**: 16:00 and end at 17:00, both online and offline in **Truhlárna Karlín** (Šaldova 388/5) - **Onsite attendance is limited to 70 people.** 🎙️ **Speakers:** Yan Bin Pan 🍻 **Networking** after the seminar – great food and cold beer waiting for you! **🎥 Recording:** After the event we will publish a recording and post a link to it in the comments. 🚪**Doors open** at 15:45, and the event officially starts at 16:00. Your expertise is about to take off. Can't wait to have you on board! \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Who is hosting the event** **GLAMI** is a leading European fashion discovery platform active in 14 countries. It brings 500,000 orders monthly to the 4,000+ shops listed. [GLAMI](https://glami.group/) has an in-house team of 10+ AI researchers and developers. Machine learning models handle the entire personalization and catalog ranking process, manage bidding in marketing tools, and take care of content management and categorization. [Tonda Hoskovec](https://www.linkedin.com/in/antonin-hoskovec-52b611a0/), CAIO at GLAMI, is the main organizer of Miton AI Times. **Miton** is a Czech VC with portfolio companies like Rossum, Equilibre, or Rohlik. Apart from supporting Miton AI Times, Miton also issues the bi-weekly [AI Newsletter](https://mitonainewsletter.substack.com/). [Read more about Miton and AI](https://www.miton.cz/en/ai/)

**IMPORTANT! Please register on Luma page: https://luma.com/0xb0bote** **What is it?** This isn’t your typical networking event. It’s a Fuck-Up Night — a space to share real professional mistakes and what came after. No polished success stories, just honest experiences. **What to expect** • 3 short talks from speakers sharing their biggest fuck-ups Anish Girdhar - Product Owner - Rohlik https://www.linkedin.com/in/anishgirdhar/ Lisa Ljubčič - Marketing & Brand Lead, Ex-Marketing Manager -Manifesto https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-ljubcic/ Nando Rossi - Senior Product Designer - Freelancer https://www.linkedin.com/in/nandorocker/ • Open mic - anyone can jump in and share their story • Casual networking, drinks & conversations **Who is this for?** Designers, Product Managers, Developers, Marketers, and anyone in creative or tech who wants to connect, learn from others’ experiences, and share their own. Note - If your plans change, please cancel your spot so someone else can join. **When & where** 📅 28.05.26 🕛 19:00 📍KC Přístav 7: V Přístavu 24, 170 00 Praha 7-Holešovice 🗣 Language: English **Please** arrive 5–10 minutes early to grab a drink and settle in so we can start on time. **Přístav 7** is a community space where you can buy drinks and snacks during the event. **Who we are 🌍** Projector Global Community by Prjctr Creative & Tech Institute connects designers, developers, marketers, and innovators worldwide. We foster collaboration, knowledge sharing, and creative growth. **Hosted by 🎤** Daniella Kovalenko (UI/UX Designer & Art Director) Lesia Astrashanovych (Design & Product Recruiter) Tania Korab (Product Designer at Siemens) **See you at Prague Fuck Up Night & Networking!**

⚠️ **IMPORTANT: You must sign up and buy a ticket here to attend:** [https://groupvibe.com/](https://groupvibe.com/) **This is a curated, small-group meetup make new friends in Prague.** Each meetup brings together 4–6 like-minded people for casual conversations over brunch. We use the Groupvibe platform to organize and ensure everyone’s a good fit. 👉 **To attend, you’ll need to complete registration via this link:** [https://groupvibe.com](https://groupvibe.com) Once you register, and **buy a ticket or become a Groupvibe member**, we’ll share the exact location and match you with your group. **Why this works:** \* Smaller groups make real conversations easier \* Matching helps avoid awkward dynamics **Note:** RSVPs here on Meetup don’t reflect total attendance. Many attendees register directly via our website. This meetup is organized by **Groupvibe**, a small team passionate about helping people form meaningful friendships offline.

🚣‍♂️🌿 Trade the city noise for the rhythm of the river… Step into a hidden gorge carved by the Sázava River and let the current guide your adventure. As you paddle through calm waters and gentle bends, each turn reveals towering rock formations, lush greenery, and moments of pure calm. Whether it’s your first time in a canoe or you’ve paddled before, this journey is all about enjoying the ride. Spend 5–6 hours on the water, soaking in nature at its best, with plenty of breaks to relax, swim, and take it all in. We’ll even stop for lunch in one of the charming riverside villages tucked along the valley. No stress, no rush—your experienced guide will be there every step (and stroke) of the way, making sure you feel confident, safe, and ready to enjoy every moment. ✨ Paddle. Relax. Discover the Sázava. **What is included :** • Professional and friendly guide • Transportation from Prague • Visit Český Šternberk (13th century early Gothic castle) • Canoe rental (Samba) • Paddles, life jackets, waterproof bags or barrels. • See picturesque cabins from communist era • Visit the Sázava Monastery (former Benedictine abbey and a monastery in Bohemia, established by Bretislaus I, Duke of Bohemia around 1032) You can pay for the trip via: • Bank transfer: 7392420507/6363 • Revolut: @augustetqc • Wise: @agustind162 **More information at :** [https://www.facebook.com/events/2506704323104972/](https://www.facebook.com/events/2506704323104972/)

**IMPORTANT NOTICE:** Hi everyone, event listings are moving to the Shut Up & Write! website. You can join the new group and RSVP to upcoming events here: [https://www.shutupwrite.com/series/id2uL39KDN00](https://www.shutupwrite.com/series/id2uL39KDN00) If you don't have a Shut Up & Write! account yet, you can [sign up here](https://www.shutupwrite.com/signup). If you have any questions or would like any help, please [contact us here](https://www.shutupwrite.com/contact). Thank you! The Shut Up & Write! Team \-\-\- Hello, we are starting SU&W at Scouts Institute this Sunday! Please find us at a table across from the cafe. The event starts at 12, and the writing starts at 12:15! We will have 45 minutes of writing, followed by a 15 minute break. Then another 45 minutes of writing. Please purchase something to support the cafe and the space ☺️ Follow us on Whatsapp! https://chat.whatsapp.com/HeZDsZNFD8BKn8JohRlbkI

Join us as we get together to see Paul Rudd in the latest comedy-drama-musical from John Carney, POWER BALLAD! The film follows a washed-up wedding singer, a fading boy band singer and a stolen hit song. Here’s a description, trailer and plan for this event: DESCRIPTION: Rick, a washed-up wedding singer, and Danny, a fading boy band star, bond over music and a late-night jam session. When Danny turns Rick's song into a hit, Rick sets out to reclaim the recognition he believes he deserves. Power Ballad is written/directed by John Carney, the master of the modern musical and creative mind behind Once, Begin Again and Sing Street! It stars Paul Rudd, Nick Jonas, Peter McDonald, Marcella Plunkett, Havana Rose Liu and Jack Reynor. BUZZ & ACCLAIM: The film premiered to rave reviews at this year’s Dublin International Film Festival where critics call it “a sure-fired crowd-pleaser” that “just might be the feel-good hit of the year!” Others say, “Paul Rudd delivers a career-best performance in this charmer” that’s both “hilarious and deeply moving!” SUMMER OF ICE CREAM, VOL 2: SHAKE NO. 8! Ranked the #1 Ice Cream Shop in Columbus in 2024, this is the perfect place to kick off our Summer of Ice Cream and grab a sweet treat after the show! Their menu features an array of traditional, specialty and vegan shakes, hot cocoa, and more! You can check out their full menu here: [https://www.shakeno8.com/menu.php](https://www.shakeno8.com/menu.php) PLAN: We’ll plan for a 7pm-ish showing and will meet in the lobby area about 20 minutes before the show. Once showtime is announced, advance ticket purchase is advised! Once you have yours, please list your seat number in the Comments section of this event. We'll head to nearby Shake No. 8 immediately following the show! Should be a fun one, Dan

Jimmy V's Grill & Pub in Grandview Heights. You are responsible for your own meal/drinks. We usually don't have any agenda other than eat, drink and talk. :) If the weather is nice we will be on the back patio, otherwise we are in the cigar room. This group has been meeting every Tuesday evening for over a decade. Many attendees do not RSVP on meetup. Please don't let the small number here discourage you. Anyone/everyone is welcome to come. We'd love to have you join us. COTA bus #5 comes to W. 5th and Wyandotte Rd. And it's a minute walk to the restaurant.

This is an in-person meeting. Did you know that unwanted emotions like loneliness, sadness, hopelessness, anger, fear, anxiety, or feelings of irritation don’t just fall on you for no reason. They are not random occurrences that simply happen to people's minds. They are definitely not chemical imbalance in your brain due to some nebulous chemical reactions by chance. Your negative emotions are the symptoms of the painful experiences that you have which are not healed, and which are still affecting you. The effects of these painful experiences are exacerbated by the pressures or difficulties of the other problems in your life. For instance, let's say you are already carrying a huge load on your back, then you cannot take on much more, but, let's say something else happens to you, such as the difficulties from the Pandemic, then the resultant combined weight on you can take you over the edge, kind of like the straw that break the camel's back. When this happens, people's attention usually goes to the straw that was added, but actually the majority of the weight had come from the huge load that were already there, holding a person down and causing a person issues. So how do you remove the huge load that was already there? How do you lighten them up? Is it possible to get rid of them? That is what this meeting will be all about. Come to our Meetup, where we can introduce you to some of the knowledge, tools and techniques of the breakthroughs in the field of the mind that we can apply to this ever important area of life. Be sure to click on the red "Attend" button below to come to this local event. We look forward to seeing you there. This group is created by the Dianetics and Scientology Life Improvement Center of Central Ohio.

Let’s meet and share discussion of the James Baldwin short story collection, Going to Meet The Man.