Do you have a mature, sophisticated taste for cinemas, theatres, and like other social activities with similar people? Are you bored of usual, aimless chat? Want to do fun things and have conversations that make you think? Are you just curious to learn from others, or do you have something interesting (For e.g. your most recent book!) to share with an inquisitive group that encourages intellectual thinking? If so, this group is yours! This group is for people who have a quest for knowledge, and …

A warm, fast-growing, and frank community group for rationalists/ atheists. Non believers of any description welcome. We're UK meetup's LIVELIEST webforum. So no matter where you live, you can participate in the daily discussions (both serious & humorous!). Many non-London & overseas members. Frequent meetups and events of all types in Central London; debates & talks ranging from social issues to science, lectures, friendly pub meetups, exhibitions, picnics ... We explore serious issues (but em …

A group for people who enjoy thinking about the nature of everything and believe that questions are more important than answers. For those that like to listen, to converse without judgement and to challenge their own beliefs and ideas. Fun, wit and humour also very welcome! This is a new group and we would love to meet anyone with any level of interest in philosophy. We plan to have monthly meetings at informal venues around Southend; with conversation topics decided upon at the time. Please let …

An invitation for a selection of meetup organizers to bring their members to a mixer in a lively salon space, recreating the artists' cafes of old, where lively-minded people can come together to talk, drink and share ideas. In the early part of the evening, each organiser hosts their usual meetup around a common theme, only this time we'll each be met by a crop of fresh faces and a lively atmosphere and environment in which to circulate afterwards, and widen our circle of acquaintances and inte …

Any keen observer of Nigeria would attest to the painful state of the country's political and economic system - wrought by its own doing and undoing over the years. Based on critical observation - the sleeping giant of Africa cannot get itself back on the right track without critical reflection and strategy for way forward by concerned citizens - citizens who can challenge present thinking, who can offer fresh and innovative models to status quo and are passionate about the future. This is a Lon …

"Minds are like parachutes, they only function when they're open" - T.R. Dewar Citizen without Borders is about co-creating purposeful experiences that enrich our understanding of ourselves, the world around us, and our relationship(s) to it. It is about honing our critical thinking and co-creating new ways of knowing. Our goal is to facilitate a journey of self discovery so that ultimately you can actively question and critically choose how you experience life. This philosophy stems from the as …

Philosophy For All is London's most vibrant forum for discussing life, politics, science, art and thought. It is open to anyone interested in ideas. We meet every week, bringing you talks, walks, debates, a film club and much more! Come and hammer out the issues!

After a two year absence, the London Philosophy Now Meetup Group relaunched in 2011. We are a group of people interested in ideas, and include local readers of Philosophy Now magazine. We meet about once a month in a pub in central London to discuss different philosophical questions.

Portsmouth Skeptics in the Pub! We are a friendly, informal group, and we meet to enjoy talks on science, pseudo-science, philosophy, religion, and more, and to chat about these subjects over a drink. We usually meet on the second Thursday of each month, at the Florence Arms, Southsea. Meetings are free, but we do appreciate a small donation to cover speakers’ expenses. What can you expect at our events? Interesting talks, lively debate, a chance to hang with people who have a rational outlook, …

Philosopher's Cafes are bringing philosophy back to its original intention of providing food for thought for people in everyday life and encouraging them to lead, more examined lives. Socrates practiced philosophy in the marketplace, taking on all comers, willing to discuss anything with anyone, anytime. This is the tradition of the philosopher's cafe. If you’re tired of being given your opinions, fed up with tabloid culture and no-brainer movies, you’ve got 157 channels and nothing worth watchi …

The London Philosophy Club holds free talks from some of the leading contemporary philosophers, including (recently) Robert Skidelsky, John Gray, Angie Hobbs and Stephen Cave. We also organise debates, socials, and a regular reading group. Our events are fun, accessible and interactive, and are all guided by our belief that philosophy improves people's lives and should be open to all. No background in Philosophy is necessary. You will get to know other philosophy lovers, curious souls, open-mind …

Skeptics in the Pub (or Sceptics in the Pub, if you prefer) are groups which meet and converse in the UK and beyond, usually gathering once every month. The event was founded in London, UK by Dr Scott Campbell in 1999, for all those interested in science, history, psychology, philosophy, investigative journalism and how to examine extraordinary claims of all types. A speaker (or number of speakers) is invited each month to present a topic of interest, which is followed by a discussion in a relax …

We are a meetup interested in all things psychological, psychotherapeutic and to do with mental health. We will be organising short talks on topics of interest and sharing expertise, knowledge and experience. The meetings are for anyone interested in psychology be they a practitioner, student or just interested in what makes people tick. Meetings will take place in the ‘Gin parlour’ (i.e. upstairs) at the Jekyll and Hyde (28 Steelhouse Lane • Birmingham • B4 6BJ) Meetings are free of charge alth …

Socrates Cafe is a philosophy discussion group that is open to absolutely everyone. It's held in a casual cafe environment and we encourage everyone to join in - but there's no obligation to do so. We're bringing philosophy back to the people! It's a moderated open discussion about a topic that we choose together on the night. The sessions are facilitated to try to keep everything on topic and give all attendees a chance to speak (if they want to). Socrates cafe is not about finding a definitiv …

If you like to set the world to rights over a few drinks, and enjoy relaxed discussion and debate, this is the group for you. Current affairs, politics, philosophy ... you name it, we'll chat about it! You may be old or young; a native Londoner or a passing visitor; left-wing, right-wing or no-wing; all are welcome. All we ask is that you can distinguish your own opinions from facts, are open to exploring views that differ from your own and are as good at listening as talking. :-)

(1 minute video) This group is for people who value and enjoy deeper discussions with amazing people and who are also willing to rise to the occasion by joining us to help make these discussion opportunities an ongoing reality. The events held in this group are all about having fun nights of great people and 'deeper' discussions over dinner in a charming restaurant. This Meetup group was created by Glen Brauer as part of a non-profit global initiative using practical philosophy to bring togeth …

If you're an atheist in London (living, working or just visiting) then this is the group to join to meet and enjoy discussion of the many issues of interest to atheists or just let off steam with like minded people. Many members can't get to meetups, so please do join in and participate on the website. There are tabs at the top, just under the title, some have drop down menus with links: 1) 'Pages' - is our profile for membership 2) 'Discussion' - is for on-line discussion which is an important …

There is only one requirement, you must have completed a PhD. Otherwise there is no set agenda. We meet up and socialize, go to gigs, go for dinner, we talk about the Man Ray exhibition, North Korea, emergence of society, gene therapy, Saul Bellow, pornography in Victorian Britain, Dadaism, Scandinavian socialism, high frequency algorithmic trading, why the Japanese love robots, the universal myth of the hero, punctuated equilibrium, the century of the self, stories of being drunk, smoking and A …

Love discussion and debate? This is a group for people to discuss their views on Faith, whether you have one or not. It's a great opportunity to meet new people and have in depth discussions over a cup of coffee. Everyone is welcome!

London Talks (Film) and Lectures Meetup will feature talks everywhere in London. There are numerous Universities, Colleges, Museums and other Organisations that hold regular free talks on a range of different subjects and this group is for those that would like to meet others to go along to these talks with. Some of these talks are interactive and some also feature films or documentaries and some will be by authors promoting their latest books but all will be interesting, stimulating, thought pr …

-MEME- Thoughts. Ideas. Conversations. The founders of the popular Leicester based MEME discussion nights bring their offering to London and the unsuspecting public. What started as a regular night of entertaniment where we invited our close mates round spawned into over twenty raucous evenings, enjoyed by many (more than just those we knew) over the two years they ran. The aim was to have a good time voicing our opinions, exchanging views and furthering our mindsets on diverse subjects ranging …

Seeing if there is interest in starting a popular discussion group with meetups for coffee and chats. Could also have walks, country pub meets, events etc. If there is enough interest I could get a blog together...

Leicester Secular Society holds weekly meetings - talks, concerts, discussions and social events most Sunday evenings at 18:30 in Secular Hall at 75 Humberstone Gate. Usually our meetings are open to all with free admission although we do take a collection to cover costs. So do look at our programme and come along - it's nice if you RSVP but you don't have to. What we're about: We promote a fair and integrated democratic society – specifically one with no religious privilege. We do support indiv …

A chance for people interested in philosophical discussions to meet up in an informal and relaxed way (over a pint or glass of wine) and plunge into the depths of weird and wonderful debates.

Newport Philosophical Society is a open platform discussion group. That hosts several events including guest speakers, reading groups, socials and conferences. Our aim is give people a chance to debate, discuss, question in a friendly atmosphere. The point is to be alternative to ted talks to give people human interaction and to actually engage with the topic. All philosophical EVENTS are FREE!! Money for the social events.

From Anaximenes to Zeno - Applying Philosophy to Medicine To all you aspiring philosophers and ethicists - A place to relax and idle in debate over a friendly drink and setting Monthly meetings with a different talk and discussion. Everbody is welcome to our meetup, the only requirement is an open mind and a passion for debate surrounding philosophy,ethics and medicine. I look forward to meeting you.

The group brings together people who are learning to read Ottoman, printed or in manuscripts, to discuss the grammar, and discuss and so solve problems of understanding and translation.

This is for people who enjoy discussing topics of the day, maybe with a glass of wine at hand, maybe with a coffee. These people like to share their thoughts and views on topics like current affairs, world politics, ideas and philosophy, travel, art, music and theatre, and sports like ski-ing, cricket and rugby (not football!). Ex-pats especially welcome.