Germany - the Past and Present with books
Volume 2 - Issue 18
Germany is a land known for its beers, engineering, and of course, its global history that we would love to forget, but shouldn’t. From Nietzsche to Einstein, this nation has impacted how one views life, time (space), and politics like no other.
This week, we take a tour of this powerful yet interesting nation - and how are they doing today.
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Here are this week’s scheduled reading sessions. You too can start these discussions, read along on the literature of your choice - could be books, articles, news, poetry, research papers, films, or anything you enjoyed. Simply reply to this email for hosting access!
- Tuesday, 25th May 2021 | 9 PM IST | Poetry
Join us to read and discuss interpretations of the poem 'The Answer' by Rudyard Kipling
Hosted by Kali.
This poem is a meditation on the fickleness of fortune by the famous Rudyard Kipling.
- Wednesday, 26th May 2021 | 9 PM IST | Business
Join us to discuss 'Can I Lead Without Being Liked?' - based on an article written by Wil Schroter for Startups.com
"Why do I really need my staff to like me? Isn't it enough that I just get my job done, lead the company, and generate an outcome that's in everyone's best interest? What's the cost of not being liked anyway?"
- Thursday, 27th May | 9 PM IST | TED Circles
Join us for the group watch party of TED Talk - Gene editing can now change an entire species - forever, By Jennifer Kahn
CRISPR lets you edit genes - How will this new power affect humanity? What are we going to use to change? Are we gods now? Join journalist Jennifer Kahn as she ponders these questions and shares a potentially powerful application of gene drives: the development of disease-resistant mosquitoes that could knock out malaria and Zika.
- Friday, 28th May 2021 | 9 PM IST | Philosophy
Join us to discuss 'The History of Loneliness' based on an article by Newyorker Mag.
Until a century or so ago, almost no one lived alone; now many endure shutdowns and lockdowns on their own. How did modern life get so lonely?
- Saturday, 29th May 2021 | 6 PM IST | Book Discussion
Join us to discuss the book - Wake Up, Life Is Calling by Preeti Shenoy
Hosted by Anagha Kharidi
Preeti Shenoy chronicles the resilience of the human mind and the immense power of positive thinking. The gripping narrative demonstrates with gentle wisdom how by changing our thoughts, we can change our life itself.
- Saturday, 29th May 2021 | 9 PM IST | Politics
Join us to discuss 'Why the Working Class is Turning to Fascism' based on an opinion piece by Eudaimonia & Co on Medium.com
The Working Class is Choosing Regress Over Progress, Around the World. The world has a very big problem, and it goes like this: its working classes are increasingly turning to fascism, as a way out of the trap of modernity.
- Sunday, 30th May 2021 | 6 PM IST | Book discussion
Join us to discuss 'What Happens to Our Brains When We Get Depressed?' based on an article by The Walrus
Today, the science of mental illness is based primarily on the study of symptoms. A depressive brain is a noisy one. What if scientists could locate the neurons causing the problem? The human brain, in all its complexity, is nearly impossible to model. One neuroscientist is trying anyway.
- Sunday, 30th May 2021 | 9 PM IST | Book discussion
Join us to discuss the book - P.S. I Love You by Cecelia Ahern
Holly Kennedy receives letters from her late husband that bring her hope, strength, and inspiration and make her feel as if he is standing by her side each step of the way.
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Books:
- I love you so Mochi by Sarah Kuhn - shared by Swarna
- Eleanor Oliphant is completely fine by Gail Honeyman - shared by Lekha
- Israel-Palestine Conflicts - Shared by Christeena
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Anchal curates a collection of books to watch themed on Germany - 5 books that show us what is it like to live the Nazi German history.
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We are hosting our first-ever open mic on Instagram Live!
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Listen
The Germany Experience Podcast
A podcast about life in Germany, as seen through the eyes of outsiders. Featuring the stories of foreigners who moved to Germany - either temporarily or permanently - and tips and advice for life in Germany. Get an inside view of the joys, the frustrations, and the quirks of adapting to the culture and learning German.Â
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Watch
Stumbled upon this interesting documentary on the super-rich of the German land.
One percent of Germans own over a quarter of the country's assets, whilst half of the country’s citizens have no assets at all. But while the German media report on the growing poverty in the country on a daily basis, little is known about the super-rich. But who are they? How do they live? And what do they think of their country? A journey into the discreet world of the super-rich.
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