Beyond Stoicism: Ancient Philosophies for Modern Times

Philadelphia Ethical Society 1906 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join the Ethical Society and Philadelphia Stoa to explore how Stoicism’s fundamental rule—the distinction between "what is up to us" and "what is not up to us"—addresses modern challenges. Dr. Amjol Shrestha from Rowan University will explain practical approaches to differentiating between those things inside and outside of our control. This ongoing series reveals practical [...]

Politics Hour #2 (in person)

Philadelphia Ethical Society 1906 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us for the second of two conversations about political tactics today. We will watch and discuss the 20-minute video, "The Alt-Right Playbook: You Go High, We Go Low." Bring your own lunch. Link: Video:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MAbab8aP4_A

Politics Hour #2 (virtual)

Philadelphia Ethical Society 1906 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us for the second of two conversations about political tactics today. We will watch and discuss the 20-minute video, "The Alt-Right Playbook: You Go High, We Go Low." Bring your own lunch. Link: Video:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MAbab8aP4_A

The Ethics of Star Trek, part 3

Philadelphia Ethical Society 1906 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Star Trek, in its myriad iterations, challenges viewers to consider such subjects as virtue, self-determination, and individual responsibility. Join Julia and Stan in the Collier Room to watch Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan, followed by a discussion of its ethical themes.