TALKS

How does art shape societal responses to crises? From global pandemics that disrupt daily life to socio-political unrest that shakes the foundations of nations, we will explore how cultural narratives, artistic expression, and longstanding traditions play a crucial role in guiding communities through turbulent times. Art holds a long history as a source of strength and a vehicle for innovative solutions, helping societies navigate and recover from crises. The conversation will focus on strategies for maintaining and protecting these artistic, but really, cultural pillars in a world where hardships are increasingly complex and interconnected. 

Join us in a discussion underscoring the enduring power of art to help communities adapt, heal, and rebuild in the most challenging circumstances.

Our brokeness, explained, will break down the often overwhelming complexities of economic recessions, offering an in-depth analysis beyond the headlines. We will dive into the underlying causes and ripple effects of financial crises, exploring how global and local factors interact to create economic downturns. The discussion will focus on these crises' profound impact on everyday citizens, demystifying economic jargon and offering fresh perspectives on current economic challenges in today's financial landscape. 

Let's explore potential pathways toward building a more inclusive, adaptable economic system through practical solutions that address the immediate challenges and the deeper structural issues contributing to our collective brokeness.

From the carefully curated personas we project online to how AI algorithms analyze, predict, and influence our behavior, this panel will unpack the profound shifts happening in how we perceive ourselves and how others perceive us in the digital age. This discussion will explore the implications of living in a world where our personal information fuels predictive systems and where technology can manipulate not just our choices but our sense of self. What about the dual potential of these technologies? Their ability to both liberate and control. 

Be part of the conversation as we dive into the evolving intersection of artificial intelligence, digital spaces, and personal identity, uncovering how these forces are reshaping our concept of what it means to be human.n text goes here

Be with us as we explore how tastemakers shape our understanding of aesthetic value, determining what is celebrated, what trends gain momentum, and how our cultural landscape evolves. The discussion will unpack the ways in which new-age curators control the narratives around art. Delving into the cultural implications of taste-making, panelists will illustrate how it can define what is considered valuable, relevant, or groundbreaking, influencing the art market, cultural memory, and public perception. 

By examining the intersection of power, culture, and aesthetics, this discussion aims to reveal the hidden economics of taste and the ongoing shifts in who decides what matters in the world of art and beyond.