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Past Talks
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Jun 11, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
The Book Nook, Singel 82, 1015 AC Amsterdam, Netherlands
Arguing with a world-class debater sounds like a nightmare, right? Monica Forman (ranked 6th globally) disagrees. Unpack the science of how championship-level debate tactics - like strategic listening and de-escalation - actually build stronger bonds. Learn to argue better, not just louder.
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Jun 06, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
The Book Nook, Singel 82, 1015 AC Amsterdam, Netherlands
2nd session added due to high demand! Your body isn’t falling apart; it’s changing. Perimenopause can begin a decade before menopause, demanding a shift in how you move, rest and eat. This talk reveals why muscle is non-negotiable and how calories in - calories out model fails female biology.
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May 29, 2026, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
The Book Nook, Singel 82, 1015 AC Amsterdam, Netherlands
Do we see the world or our reflection? Explore travel literature through Franz Boas’s theory of cultural relativism. Discover how "reporting back" shapes reality and what hidden baggage we carry in our luggage. Grab a drink as we trace how travel narratives have the power to define our world.
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May 17, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Vice Versa, Ceintuurbaan 206, 1072 GC Amsterdam, Netherlands
Beyond Earth's clouds, the rules of the atmosphere change. From our structured winds to Jupiter’s eternal, planet-sized storms, we explore the physics of the giants and the invisible forces that shape the cosmos. What can a storm on Jupiter tell us about home?
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May 08, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
The Book Nook, Singel 82, 1015 AC Amsterdam, Netherlands
Your body isn’t falling apart; it’s changing. Perimenopause can begin a decade before menopause, demanding a shift in how you move, rest and eat. This talk cuts through the noise to reveal why muscle is non-negotiable and how the "calories in, calories out" model fails female biology.
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Multiple Dates
May 03, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Vice Versa, Ceintuurbaan 206, 1072 GC Amsterdam, Netherlands
Two talks by world-class experts at Vice Versa. Join Ignacio Reyes-Raffo, PhD (May 3) and Keren Duer-Milner, PhD (May 17) for an evidence-based journey through the cosmos. Secure entry* to both sessions for €30.
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May 03, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Vice Versa, Ceintuurbaan 206, 1072 GC Amsterdam, Netherlands
We don’t actually know. Despite our advancements, the scale of the cosmos remains a mystery. Theoretical physicist Ignacio Reyes Raffo joins us to trace how we map the unmappable - from the yardsticks used for distant stars to what the universe is actually expanding into.
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Apr 11, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
The Book Nook, Singel 82, 1015 AC Amsterdam, Netherlands
Are cities the victims or the cure for global warming? We’re moving beyond "controlling" nature to designing urban canopies that regenerate and thrive. This talk explores the radical shift to Nature-Based Solutions and the data-driven strategies turning climate risks into growth.
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Mar 25, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Vice Versa, Ceintuurbaan 206, 1072 GC Amsterdam, Netherlands
Quantum computing feels like a sci-fi secret locked in sub-zero labs, but Caiseal is cracking the code. She bridges the gap between complex physics and human use, drawing parallels to the digital revolution. Discover how we translate this abstract mystery into a universal tool.
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Mar 20, 2026, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
The Book Nook, Singel 82, 1015 AC Amsterdam, Netherlands
Your idea is solid. Your logic is sound. Yet, you are somehow losing to someone making no sense. Don’t get mad - get skilled. After her sold-out debut at Think&Drink, competitive debater Monica Forman (MA) returns to teach us the art of intellectual self-defense. Language: English
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Mar 14, 2026, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
The Book Nook, Singel 82, 1015 AC Amsterdam, Netherlands
What do we choose: algorithm or artist? In an age of LLMs and narrative slop, writing fiction is still a revolutionary act. Don’t just consume - reclaim your individuality. Daniel joins us to explore the psychology of storytelling and why the human soul is the one thing code can't crack. Lang: Eng
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Feb 15, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Vice Versa, Ceintuurbaan 206, 1072 GC Amsterdam, Netherlands
How do you build trust when lives are on the line? Emanuel Zarhi spent 13 years in covert field units mastering the art of "Asset Handling." She joins us to reveal the Human Communication Code - the invisible psychological rules that govern trust, influence, and decision-making. Language: English
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Feb 07, 2026, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
The Book Nook, Singel 82, 1015 AC Amsterdam, Netherlands
Is "seeing" passive reception or active creation? Through the stories of children regaining sight after years of blindness, this talk reveals that repairing the eye is only the beginning - the brain must actually learn to construct reality. Language: English
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Jan 18, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Vice Versa bar, Ceintuurbaan 206, 1072 GC Amsterdam
The Incentive Paradox: Economist Justin Santori decodes why your best intentions fail. The talk reveals how economic incentives - from government policy to your pocket change - are the true, hidden forces driving every choice in your life. Language: English
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Jan 09, 2026, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
The Book Nook, Singel 82, 1015 AC Amsterdam, Netherlands
Monica Forman, 6th best speaker in the world, teaches the elite debate frameworks needed to instantly decode populist tactics, dismantle fake news, and reclaim clarity from online manipulation. Language: English
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Nov 28, 2025, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
The Book Nook, Singel 82, 1015 AC Amsterdam, Netherlands
How did 64 squares drive AI? From Turing's tests to Deep Blue's 1997 win over Kasparov, the history of chess is the history of AI. Techniques forged on the chessboard now power modern LLMs.
Join Peter Doggers to see where the game ends and the machine begins. Language: English
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Nov 19, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Vice Versa Bar, Ceintuurbaan 206, 1072 GC Amsterdam, Netherlands
2 experts - a psychologist (Elena Riedel) & M.D. (Dr. de Vries) explore psychedelic therapy's science & practice. Unpack psilocybin, MDMA, LSD, and how mind & body merge for healing. The future of mental health. Language: English
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Nov 14, 2025, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
CREA, Nieuwe Achtergracht 170, 1018 WV Amsterdam, Netherlands
The Curiosity Salon is a collaboration between Think and Drink, MindStash, AISO, and Relativistic Records. Join us for thought-provoking lectures and roundtable dialogues dedicated to capturing and using the ideas that shape human knowledge. Tickets go live soon. RSVP now to get updates.
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Nov 07, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
The Book Nook, Singel 82, 1015 AC Amsterdam, Netherlands
Turn the messy, mundane details of your life into compelling stories. This talk will show you how contemporary writers transform personal experiences into powerful literature, offering a glimpse into their techniques and inviting you to see your own story as a work in progress.
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Oct 08, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Vice Versa bar, Ceintuurbaan 206, 1072 GC Amsterdam, Netherlands
Photographer Darren Smith explores how festivals and rituals — from Amsterdam nightlife to Burning Man and Día de los Muertos — shape identity and belonging. Based on 1,000 portraits across three continents, Mayflies captures the fleeting power of masks, costumes, and community. Language: English
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