Hey there Buddytree members in Vancouver -  Chris and I are cohosting this gathering at my place and we hope you can join us! :)


PLEASE READ THIS BEFORE YOU RSVP:
We're cohosting two hangouts at my place in the next few weeks but space is limited, so please only sign up to one of them in order to allow for others to attend - thanks.

Here are the videos and discussion questions for this hangout:
https://buddytree.org/topic/the-power-of-humor

**Please remember to watch a few videos BEFORE you arrive since we’ll be discussing them**

This will be an after-dinner potluck so feel free to bring a drink, appetizer or dessert to share. 

Arrival time is 6:30pm and we'll watch some funny videos together before the discussions begin. So please arrive on time so you can laugh with us a bit before the discussions.

We'll have two discussion groups; one in our living room and one in our dining room.

Once the discussions begin, everyone will introduce each other and then take turns asking the provided questions in order to keep the discussion on topic.

After 60 minutes people can move around, mix and mingle and we'll likely have the fireplace going for some extra ambience. 

As always, these hangouts provide the opportunity for a thoughtful, respectful and engaging discussion in a safe space where disrespectful behaviour is not tolerated.

Lastly, as usual:
- Space is limited to 12 people max, so please RSVP early to reserve your spot
- You must be in the RSVP list to attend since this is a private residence and that's why we've incorporated ID verification to attend public hangouts


This event is made possible in association with The Meaningful Discussions Project which is a non-profit initiative that has helped to organize over 1,500 events in 11 countries. View some testimonials here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GVkt_Gnxe38


Glen Brauer
Founder of Meaningful Discussions, Buddytree & Friendship Bootcamp

The Power of Humor (Potluck & Discussion)

Intellectual Property

Here are the videos and discussion questions for this hangout:
Crash Course explains:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8dPuuaLjXtMwV2btpcij8S3YohW9gUGN 
Libertarian thoughts:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gdS8YUC7AUs
US-China conflict:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mlfUX8i5s7s
Potential downsides:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ddxgSvCAdRc

A parody:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZcJjMnHoIBI
Interesting covers:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9CrBqRb3VGM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ugqQlB5fpuc

1. What should be considered intellectual property?
2. Can creators choose to make their work free or should it be automatically protected as a matter od principle?
3. Do governments benefit from protecting intellectual property?  If so, how?
4. Has anybody ever stolen an idea from you?  Or accused you of stealing an idea?  How did the situation play out?
5. Where can we draw the line between plagiarism and inspiration?
6. How should parodies be considered?  Are they close enough to the original that IP rights should be taken into account?
7. Do you support artist who sue in the belief that others are profiting unfairly from their work when (they think) they recognize it in another artist's piece?
8. Is there a political party or philosophy that best protects IP rights in your opinion?
9. In an ideal world, would we need to pay for rights to access ideas, or would it be enough to credit the creator?
Please remember to watch at least a few videos before you arrive since we’ll be discussing them when we begin.

Once the hangout begins, everyone will introduce each other and then take turns asking the provided questions in order to keep the discussion on topic.

Hangouts typically last 90 minutes, and once the hangout is over you will have the opportunity to add people to your buddytree to organize private hangouts and develop friendships.

As always, these hangouts provide the opportunity for a thoughtful, respectful and engaging discussion in a safe space where disrespectful behaviour is not tolerated.

Here are the videos and discussion questions for this hangout:
https://buddytree.org/topic/The-Future-of-Humanity

Please remember to watch at least a few videos before you arrive since we’ll be discussing them when we begin.

Once the hangout begins, everyone will introduce each other and then take turns asking the provided questions in order to keep the discussion on topic.

Hangouts typically last 90 minutes, and once the hangout is over you will have the opportunity to add people to your buddytree to organize private hangouts and develop friendships.

As always, these hangouts provide the opportunity for a thoughtful, respectful and engaging discussion in a safe space where disrespectful behaviour is not tolerated.

The Future of Humanity

Here are the videos and discussion questions for this hangout:
https://buddytree.org/topic/family-challenges

Please remember to watch at least a few videos before you arrive since we’ll be discussing them when we begin.

Once the hangout begins, everyone will introduce each other and then take turns asking the provided questions in order to keep the discussion on topic.

Hangouts typically last 90 minutes, and once the hangout is over you will have the opportunity to add people to your buddytree to organize private hangouts and develop friendships.

As always, these hangouts provide the opportunity for a thoughtful, respectful and engaging discussion in a safe space where disrespectful behaviour is not tolerated.

Family Challenges

Here are the videos and discussion questions for this hangout:
https://buddytree.org/topic/the-need-to-belong

Please remember to watch at least a few videos before you arrive since we’ll be discussing them when we begin.

Once the hangout begins, everyone will introduce each other and then take turns asking the provided questions in order to keep the discussion on topic.

Hangouts typically last 90 minutes, and once the hangout is over you will have the opportunity to add people to your buddytree to organize private hangouts and develop friendships.

As always, these hangouts provide the opportunity for a thoughtful, respectful and engaging discussion in a safe space where disrespectful behaviour is not tolerated.

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