Wednesday, September 17

A Nautilus Salon: Being Human, with Stuart Firestein and Joseph LeDoux

Ages 21+

At the crossroads of science and philosophy, exploring the nature, limits, and mysteries of consciousness.

By Nautilus Magazine

Date and time

Location

The Explorers Club

46 East 70th Street New York, NY 10021

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event.

Agenda

6:00 PM - 6:45 PM

Welcome reception

Drink and mingle with Nautilus supporters.

6:45 PM - 7:30 PM

Fireside: Being Human

The main event. Seated in the legendary Clark Room, ensconced in mahogany linenfold paneling and a decorative plastered ceiling. Listen and enjoy as Stuart and Joseph get into the good stuff. Lively ...

7:30 PM - 8:00 PM

Meet the Scientists

Stick around after the Fireside to meet Stuart, Joseph, and the Nautilus team.

About this event

Event lasts 3 hours
Ages 21+
No venue parking

In a salon conversation at the crossroads of science and philosophy, Stuart Firestein of Columbia University and Joseph LeDoux of NYU delve into what it is to be human, exploring the nature, limits, and mysteries of consciousness.With Firestein’s keen sense of curiosity as a neuroscientist and LeDoux’s deep theoretical insights, they explore our different realms of existence, each of which reflects layers of evolutionary adaptation in the brain over the course of mammalian evolution. The event, blending lively debate with accessible storytelling, offers fresh perspectives on the human mind.

Frequently asked questions

Will food be provided?

The event will have a cheese board only. Please prepare to have eaten before or afterwards.

Who is Joseph LeDoux?

A neuroscientist at New York University and an elected member of the National Academy of Sciences and the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. He has received numerous awards for his work and has written a number of well-received books. Read more: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joseph_E._LeDoux

Who is Stuart Firestein?

Former chair of the Department of Biological Sciences at Columbia University, and Author of two books on science for a public audience: Ignorance: How it Drives Science, and Failure: Why Science is so Successful.

Is there a dress code?

No! Come in what makes you comfortable. However, please be aware you may be photographed.

Will the event be recorded or live streamed?

No, this event is in-person only. We hope to add virtual events in the near future.

Organized by

Nautilus Magazine