This philosophy lecture outlines the two positions: nationalism and cosmopolitanism and explains the appeal of each.
Video Category: Global debates
Art on the Silk Road
This talk examines the rich artistic heritage that flourished as a result of the extensive trade network spanning from East Asia to the Mediterranean.Â
What’s in a Brand? — The Iconic Power of Corporate Colors
in this session, we will discuss the rise of brand colors, consumers’ evolving relationships with specific hues, and how companies use color to create deep connections with their products.
Idols, Icons and Stars: Exploring Visual Activism Across Film and Media
In this talk, we’ll discuss idols as fictional characters, celebrities and public figures behind important political and social moments, from Hollywood’s #metoo all the way to Iran’s woman, life, freedom movement.
From Childhood to Adulthood – the Long Shadow of Where You Grow Up
In this talk, we’ll discuss how neighbourhoods where people grow up can leave an indelible mark on their life’s journey.
Childhood on Screen: Exploring Allegories in Iranian and World Cinema
In this talk, we look at the number of ways in which filmmakers from all over the world use the child figure to explore society and culture.
From Giggles to Insight: Comedy’s Role in Tackling Tough Topics
From Giggles to Insight: Comedy’s Role in Tackling Tough Topics
Signs, Symbols and Cinema: Iran after 1979
We will discuss how under censorship filmmakers in Iran have turned to visuals, symbols, and signs to bring their message and stories to the screen.
What do we owe to future generations?
The choices and actions of the current generation will reverberate through the lives of future generations. Should we factor future generations into our decision-making?
Educating the Future: Black Mountain CollegeÂ
This talk introduces Black Mountain College, its educational philosophies and how it intended to shape the future of art and learning. We will look at the core of the school’s curriculum specifically focusing on the art and pedagogical work of the school’s first art teachers Anni and Josef Albers.