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Lux Colloquii: Counterpoint – The Power of Story

There comes a moment when the noise fades — when we step back from the games, the drama, the orchestrated chaos — and we begin to see the script for what it is. Not just in media or fiction, but in the very fabric of what we’re told is “reality.” This isn’t about conspiracies for their own sake. It’s about recognizing the patterns, discerning the traps, and deciding how — or even if — we respond anymore. This conversation digs into that crossroads: the dance between exposure and exhaustion, clarity and chaos, truth and reaction.

Lux Colloquii: Mislexemy, Pseudosynonymy and the Silent War on Meaning

Language is a double-edged sword. It can illuminate or obfuscate, clarify or confuse, liberate or manipulate. We navigate a world of words that shape our understanding, yet too often, language is repurposed, distorted, and deployed as a tool of control. In this discussion, we unravel the depths of mislexemy and pseudosynonymy — concepts that, while often overlooked, have far-reaching implications for communication, critical thought, and societal perception.

Lux Colloquii: The Non-Human Internet — Or, There’s an AI for That

The digital realm is no longer solely human — if it ever was. What we experience online is increasingly shaped, manipulated, and controlled by algorithms, AI, and non-human entities that outnumber us. While many suspect this, few grasp the full extent of the transformation underway. As artificial intelligence becomes more embedded in every facet of society, from commerce to governance to personal interaction, it’s worth asking: where does this road lead? And more importantly, what does it mean for those who refuse to relinquish their autonomy to a machine-driven world?

Lux Colloquii: Falling for the Trick

We’re not here to fix the world. Not really. The idea that we must engage endlessly with the problems handed down to us — repeating the same outrage, the same struggles, the same attempts at revolution — feels less like progress and more like participation in an elaborate, self-sustaining illusion. The trick isn’t just deception; it’s the mechanism that keeps us fighting within the game, rather than seeing beyond it.

Lux Colloquii: Beyond IQ – A Conversation on Intelligence

What defines intelligence? Is it raw computational power, the ability to reason logically, or something deeper — an intuitive, creative force that can’t be measured on a standardized test? The question has fascinated philosophers, scientists, and mystics alike. As artificial intelligence grows more sophisticated, and as unconventional thinkers continue to challenge the status quo, the very definition of intelligence itself remains a moving target.