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Virtual Philosophy for Lunch (on Zoom)

April 9, 2020 – “The Experience Machine”
Description:  In his influential thought experiment, the philosopher Robert Nozick asks us to imagine a futuristic machine that would give us any experiences we choose. After describing the details, he asks us whether we would want to plug in, and he offers reasons not to. In this first virtual Philosophy for Lunch, we will read and discuss passages from Nozick’s experiment that raise deep questions about pleasure, desire, happiness, and well-being generally.

Where?
P4L is a virtual event on Zoom; join the session from your PC, Mac, Linux, iOS or Android by clicking this link: https://montclair.zoom.us/j/791182736  (Zoom meeting ID:  791 182 736)

Zoom Help
• Getting Started:  https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/categories/200101697
• Joining a Meeting:  https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/201362193-Joining-a-Meeting
• Joining from a Browser:  If you are unable to install the Zoom app on your computer or mobile device, you can join Philosophy for Lunch through your web browser: https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/115005666383-Show-a-Join-from-your-browser-Link

When?
11:45AM EST–12:45PM—every Thursday, beginning April 9, 2020. We will open the sessions at 11:30AM—come early!

Join the E-List
If you would like to be added to the P4L e-list, please email Philosophy@montclair.edu

What is P4L?
Students, professors, and other philosophy enthusiasts close-read and discuss a few great passages of philosophy.

Who’s invited?
No preparation or previous knowledge of philosophy is needed. Everyone is welcome!

Should I bring anything?
Bring a beverage, and if you’re hungry, bring your actual lunch.