Online Fun LW/SSC Meetup
post by JoshuaFox · 2020-03-19T18:34:05.680Z · ? · GW · 8 commentsContents
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In this online video-chat, we'll start with personal introductions for some sociability, and then do a Rump Session: That's where anyone can step up and give a four minute talk; then, if you want to keep talking, the audience votes on whether to permit another three minutes.
Talks can be spontaneous rather than prepared, and on any subject that turns you on: Science topics, poetry readings, history tidbits, or anything else (except for COVID-19--that's strictly out!).
At LessWrong Israel, we've found this to be a lot of fun--no risk of being bored or boring, as talks are so short.
If you are going a bit stircrazy and want to meet people worldwide who have the same set of LW/SSC interests, this is for you.
Sponsored by LessWrong Israel and inviting the worldwide LW/SSC community.
The meetup is at 19:00 IST which is 17:00 UTC.
Please sign up at this form by 18:00 IST so we can send you an invitation.
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comment by JoshuaFox · 2020-03-24T08:44:21.962Z · ? · GW
Now at 80 signups!
Replies from: habryka4↑ comment by habryka (habryka4) · 2020-03-24T16:58:07.947Z · ? · GW
Wow, exciting!
comment by JoshuaFox · 2020-03-21T17:41:26.245Z · ? · GW
As of Sunday night, 20 signed up for the Tuesday online meeting, which makes a quorum. Looking forward to more signups!
comment by JoshuaFox · 2020-03-20T10:27:34.062Z · ? · GW
(P.S. In coordination with the LW admins, I have also posted a duplicate [LW · GW]of this event post as it is difficult to make non-geographical event posts.)
comment by JoshuaFox · 2020-03-24T19:20:35.389Z · ? · GW
It was great! 60 attendees. The meetup flowed smoothly with lots of good talks. As I figured out how to make it work, I wrote up a page of tips. Feel free to ask for it.
comment by JoshuaFox · 2020-03-24T18:47:05.260Z · ? · GW
Thank you, all, it was excellent, I hope someone organizes another one!
Replies from: Halfwitz↑ comment by Halfwitz · 2020-03-24T23:08:01.012Z · ? · GW
I would be interested in organizing this if no one else will. Would like the tips
comment by JoshuaFox · 2020-03-24T18:43:25.197Z · ? · GW
Followup chat can be here or at the facebook event Facebook event where you can also chat https://www.facebook.com/events/512407003041509/