“ I think the name should be changed to something else. New York Intellectual Curiosity? ”
— Aaron on Aug 26, 2010.
“ This was my first New York Philosophy Meetup, and I was told it was not typical, but it knocked my socks off. ”
— Karen on Aug 14, 2010.
“ It seems like a good group, although this was a meetup with other groups so I guess the normal philosophy meeting setup was not there. I would like to see what that is like also. ”
— Vickie on Aug 14, 2010.
“ Great idea and group of people! Very well organized to encourage interaction and participation while pondering on the mysteries of life....Great job!!! ”
— Deborah Dee on Jul 11, 2010.
“ We are so lucky to have John organize these Meetups. It is fantastic to get together with such an intelligent friendly group of people. John is an asset to NYC ! ”
— Zsuzsa on Jul 8, 2010.
“ Chance to spend an evening with people who are interested in IDEAS. ”
— Will Linden on May 22, 2010.
“ Diversity of ideas, well organized, involved hosts. ”
— mike t on May 20, 2010.
“ This group is easy-going. If you don't understand something, you can always ask :) ”
— Martha Popova on Apr 29, 2010.
“ I'd recommend it to anyone wanting good conversation with smart people. ”
— Elizabeth on Mar 21, 2010.
“ "Why should others join this Meetup Group?" Sounds like a topic for the next Philosophy Roulette! ”
— Jack on Mar 21, 2010.
“ There's always an interesting discussion or debate on the topic at large. A great way to meet people while exercising your own neurons. ”
— Cindi on Feb 13, 2010.
“ If you want to open your mind and have your opinions challenged, then join this meetup. You'll love every minute of it. :) ”
— Brian J on Feb 13, 2010.
“ It was a very animated discussion. Here is a little something for those of you interested in exploring more on the topic. "As long as there are slaughterhouses, there will be battlefields." -Leo Tolstoy and if I could make everyone in the world see one film, I'd make them see Earthlings. Watch it Free, http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=6361872964130308142# ”
— Barbie Martinez on Jan 14, 2010.
“ Good place to meet and converse with others of diverse age and backgrounds ”
— Myrna on Jan 13, 2010.
“ Because you will have a chance to talk about an assigned topic, which faciliatates interaction ”
— Angelo on Jan 12, 2010.
“ Where else would you get great debate about a wide variety of topics with knowledgeable people with open minds and a good spectrum of view points? Huh? Where else? ”
— Al on Dec 16, 2009.
“ Great way to learn more about a variety of topics while imparting your viewpoint. ”
— Lynn De on Dec 16, 2009.
“ If you want engaging discussions with a varied group of bright individuals this is the group for you. ”
— Harry Morrison on Nov 19, 2009.
“ Great debate and discussion..very well organized.... ”
— Marjorie on Oct 22, 2009.
“ The combination of discussions and (again) socializing. ”
— Walter on Oct 22, 2009.
“ We can all use some intellectual discussion on any old Tuesday night. Kept me up. Sure beat coffee! ”
— LiLi on Sep 16, 2009.
“ It is a great way to meet a variety of people. ”
— Amanda Carson on Aug 5, 2009.
“ You can't beat free food, beer and intelligent presentation.... ”
— Stefan on Aug 4, 2009.
“ I enjoyed discussing stimulating ideas and meeting friendly people at last night's meetup. It was very well organized and I had a great time! ”
— Cathy on Aug 4, 2009.
“ The organizers are very good and friendly. They did great job. They bring very interesting topics and questions. ”
— Jess J on Aug 4, 2009.
“ its a good group of smart ppl and well organized by a caring leader. ”
— Meredith S. on Aug 3, 2009.
“ If you want to meet a group of interesting and approachable people, you'll find that here ”
— Jennifer D on Jul 4, 2009.
“ John, the organizer, is always so efficient in making sure the meetup events have different intellectual and socializing activities. It's an interesting group of people with unique events. ”
— Heather on Jul 4, 2009.
“ If you enjoy good conversation with interesting people, this group is for you. ”
— Fred on Jun 24, 2009.
“ This Philosophy Meetup Group is first rate informed and intellectually stimulating. ”
— Doug & Natasha on May 3, 2009.
“ Thought-provoking, interesting, ya gotta screw the thinking cap on! Nice, laid-back n' friendly group of people. ”
— Liz on Apr 11, 2009.
“ Organizer works hard to make the meet an up experience. ”
— Rob on Apr 11, 2009.
“ Absolutely, a room full of people capable of thoughtful discussion is a rare thing. ”
— Joel N on Apr 11, 2009.
“ This meetup is alot of fun PLUS you meet nice people, have interesting discussions, the event(s) are well planned, fun and thought provoking. I had a blast! Can't wait for the next one! ”
— Tori on Feb 28, 2009.
“ Excellent group- I'm glad to be part of it. Nice going organizers! ”
— Arnell Dowret on Feb 28, 2009.
“ How often do you get a chance to talk about meaty topics, with people who are genuinely interested, in hip Manhattan bars? ”
— Tommy Fernandez on Jan 28, 2009.
“ This group is full of friendly people who are extremely interesting...very unique group...always a great time! ”
— Shannon on Jan 28, 2009.
“ For people who want to be social, but with a common task and an invitaton to discuss a common topic. ”
— Erik W on Jan 27, 2009.
“ Bright, interesting people and John and his group of Asst. Organizers R excellent hosts and organizers! Always a truly fun and interesting evening. ”
— TED R. on Jan 27, 2009.
“ John is a world-clas organizer and a likeable guy. He also comes up with stimulating topics. ”
— John on Dec 4, 2008.
“ A great way to share and question what you think while allowing others to do the same. ”
— Simon Kreymerman on Oct 24, 2008.
“ If you like philosophical discussions, this is a great concept. Shelly ”
— sheldon greenspan on Oct 23, 2008.
“ It is a good way to express your ideas and have an outlet of expression. ”
— Ena on May 27, 2008.
“ I feel that people would be interested in joining this group if they are open to new ideas and speculations in regards to the future in an economic and global scale. ”
— Kim on Apr 18, 2008.
“ A well-organized group. Having intelligent conversation at a meetup is a refreshing change! ”
— Elissa on Apr 17, 2008.
“ The interest of meeting new people and having an interesting topic to talk about. ”
— Jack Ngai on Apr 17, 2008.
“ The idea of combining three groups together for a joint mixer was great. ”
— GIL on Feb 28, 2008.
“ Very pleased to meet you John. With so much intelligence you do not intimidate anyone!!! I repeat you are comfortable to listen to and be around with. ”
— Sara Ismail on Feb 28, 2008.
“ This was my first meeting, and it was ok, and i hope the future ones will be even better! :D ”
— Sarah on Jan 31, 2008.
“ I liked the group. We had a variety of people who all had something interesting and intelligent to say. ”
— Elaine on Jan 30, 2008.
“ Fun sharing, interesting topics, I'll definitely go again. ”
— Andreas on Oct 29, 2007.
“ Great meetup group. The only one's I have to compare it to are the two atheist groups (the NYC atheists and the Brights), which aren't all that much fun, and Philosophy Now, which is good because it's run by an actual philosophy professor, but there's a limit of twelve people, so it's great in a strictly philosophical sense, but not great in the way NYC Philosophy is both philosophical and social. ”
— David Bromberg on Oct 4, 2007.
“ It was a pleasure to see so very different people all in one room. Truly it was an experience that I enjoyed. ”
— Melissa on Oct 4, 2007.
“ For those who missed this meeting, please try to make the next one. It's nice to see and hear a group of people talk about what philosophy means to them and how it effects their thinking and way of seeing life. Very intelligent and well read group. Nice. ”
— Ravi Yande on Oct 3, 2007.
“ This was my first Meetup Group meeting. I enjoyed meeting everybody. It wasn't particularly deep on a philosophical level but was a fun experience. ”
— Jeff on Aug 26, 2007.
“ Wow! John, you organized another absolutely perfect event!! It was fantastically fun!! You are a brilliant organizer and a great guy. ”
— David Greene on Jul 24, 2007.
“ I'm just glad to have the opportunity to socialize with like-minded individuals, and I'm especially glad that some familiar faces were there as well. ”
— Anton on Apr 14, 2007.
“ Friendly and inquiring, yet many with firm opinions. ”
— Peter Irwin on Mar 6, 2007.
“ I enjoyed meeting the people in the group; and the group is very well organized. ”
— ISRAEL HARKAVY on Nov 28, 2006.
“ There some very enlightened people among us. :-) ”
— Big Apple Real Estate Investors on Oct 2, 2006.
“ the organizers did a great job. it would have been perfect if only we'd been able to meet somewhere conducive to talking. ”
— J D Sallen on Feb 28, 2008.
“ I like groups that are a bit smaller. But the philosophy meetups are still good. ”
— Tamara on Feb 20, 2007.
“ A great bunch of people, mostly on the conservative/right-wing side of world views. I think everyone was respectful of the differences in opinion though. I personally enjoyed it, but I would not recommend it for people who are strongly opinionated with a liberal/leftist twist. The dynamics can get surreal when the question becomes whether or not to invade Iran/North Korea now that Iraq has been liberated from a variety of viewpoints on the right:) I personally would also like to participate in a progressive philosophical/political discussion group to complement/balance this one. ”
— Ali M. on Oct 8, 2006.
“ If you are interested in thought provoking conversation then you should join this group. ”
— david on Aug 27, 2010.