In the book Conversation: A History of a Declining Art, Stephen Miller pursues a lifelong interest in conversation by taking a historical and philosophical view of the subject. He chronicles the art of conversation in Western civilization from its beginnings in ancient Greece to its apex in eighteenth-century Britain to its current endangered state in … Continue reading Conversation: A History of a Declining Art Stephen Miller (2007)
Salons Benjamin Franklin’s Junto Club Close Pop-up all posts in this chapter Resources Wikipedia: Viennese coffee house Article: History of Viennese coffee house culture Guardian: Two hours with a stranger: can these questions open up a city? Continue reading Viennese Coffeehouses ** An institution of Vienna that played an important role in shaping Viennese culture
Reverse Brainstorming Café Town Hall Meeting ** Close Pop-up all posts in this chapter The Conversation Dinner, inspired by Theodore Zeldin, connects strangers for meaningful conversation. With a unique menu of thought-provoking questions, it encourages open exchanges that move beyond small talk, creating opportunities for deep, memorable connections. The idea of the Conversation Dinner comes … Continue reading Theodore Zeldin’s Conversation Dinners Dinner and a stimulating conversation with a stranger