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Critical Drinking: Glasgow Skeptics Christmas Social
So, we're not daft enough to try and book in a speaker this close to Chrimbo. Instead, anyone with nothing better to do can come join us for some festive drinkies and a chit chat. We've got a small area booked in Waxy O'Connors ... so part of your challenge is to work your way through the labyrinth and find us. You might meet David Bowie in tights and a codpiece on your way! HO HO HOOOOOPE to see you…
Find out more »SOLD OUT: Scotland: A Brief Geological History – Luisa Hendry
Tonight's event is now SOLD OUT. There's a possibility that some ticket holders might not show up, so folks are welcome to hang around opportunistically at 7.29 just before we start, but we can't guarantee entry. Luisa is planning on recording this talk and posting it, so you should hopefully be able to catch it at a later time even if you're not in the room tonight Have you ever wondered what the rocks are underneath your feet when you…
Find out more »Disinformation Superhighway
Important notes: This event is in Edinburgh You need to book a (free) ticket to attend Brought to you thanks to a collaboration between Edinburgh Napier University, Edinburgh Skeptics, and Glasgow Skeptics, we will be spending the evening dissecting elements of the Disinformation Superhighway. The event will feature short talks from each of our three expert speakers, followed by a panel discussion / Q&A where you the audience get to have your say! Please note that places are limited so you must…
Find out more »The Emperor’s New God: Religious recruitment and the need for Secularism
Stemming from a time when religion was deemed to be good for all, the influence of the church is soaked into British society and politics. Compulsory Christianity in schools; church access to national and local government; exemption from tax and equality legislation; assumed stewardship of civic events…the list goes on. With reference to the campaigns of Edinburgh Secular Society Neil will explore the psychology and sense of entitlement behind these now demographically unrepresentative privileges. About the speaker Neil Barber is…
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