Join Nerd Nite Wilmington at Wilmington Brew Works. Wednesday, January 28 | 6-8 p.m.
About this month’s talks:
The Silent Animation Stars Before Mickey: Gertie, Felix, and Oswald with Matthew Kurth
Who are the early stars who shaped cartoon history? Learn about Gertie the Dinosaur, Felix the Cat, and Oswald the Lucky Rabbit. Perfect for animation fans, history buffs, and anyone curious about where movie magic began!
Three may keep a secret…The psychology of conspiracy theories with Brendan Hickey
What makes conspiracy theories so fascinating? Explore the psychology behind why they’re appealing, how they can resemble scientific theories, who is more likely to believe them, and the cognitive biases that keep them going.
The Political Ideology of American Housepets with Shyam Kulkarni
Ever wonder what your cat or dog is thinking when they give you that plotting look? Are they dreaming of leading a grand adventure? Join an exploration of the quirky dimensions of contemporary American political ideologies to determine which cats seek to Meow America Great Again, and which ones want Meowdicare For All.