Intellectual Talks & Lectures in Paris

culture wars

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 at 22:00

Petit bain

Lecture

An intimate evening at Petit Bain in Paris exploring how culture wars shape art, media, and public life. This talk-style event gathers critics and thinkers to unpack questions about identity, power, and cultural conflict in contemporary society.

Peut-On Réformer La Police ?

Wed, 1 Jul 2026 at 22:00

La Flèche d'Or

Lecture

An engaging live discussion in Paris at La Flèche d'Or about reforming policing and civil liberties. The event brings policy experts to explore governance, community safety, and policing strategies in a lively club setting.

Beneath the surface: maths

Fri, 11 Sept 2026 at 20:00

Sorbonne Université

Lecture

Explore the hidden depths of mathematics in this public talk at Sorbonne Université, peeling back intuition to reveal rigorous ideas. The session connects surface-level concepts to deeper structures, with examples and questions designed for curious minds.

ORLAN 3

Fri, 25 Sept 2026 at 21:00

Musée du Louvre

Lecture

An evening lecture at the Louvre's Auditorium exploring ORLAN's provocative body of work. This formal, intellectual talk situates ORLAN within contemporary art and gender discourse, offering insights inside the Musée du Louvre.

Anatomy of an Almost Quantum Computer

Sun, 11 Oct 2026 at 20:00

Sorbonne Université

Lecture

An in-depth university lecture at Sorbonne Université exploring how interference shapes quantum computation and why building scalable quantum machines remains challenging. The talk blends fundamental physics with recent research breakthroughs, inviting students and professionals to glimpse the quantum future.

LEE HARRIS - The Oneness Experience

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 at 21:00

L'Alhambra

Lecture

Join Lee Harris for The Oneness Experience at L'Alhambra in Paris. An immersive evening exploring unity, consciousness, and personal awakening through guided discourse and experiential insights. A thought-provoking event in a historic venue blending intellectual exploration with intimate performance.

Creating Crystals: a Journey Between Art and Science

Thu, 21 Jan 2027 at 19:00

Sorbonne Université

Lecture

Discover how crystal science and artistic practice illuminate each other in this interdisciplinary lecture at Sorbonne Université. The talk blends visual demonstrations and narratives to reveal how mineral structures inspire art and how creative approaches spark scientific inquiry.

« Le Vent se lève » : Miyazaki face à l’histoire

Fri, 19 Feb 2027 at 18:30

Université Ouverte - Université Paris Cité

Lecture

A university lecture at Amphithéâtre 5C, Université Paris Cité, on Miyazaki's The Wind Rises and its relation to history. Led by historian Michael Lucken, the talk pairs cinematic storytelling with historical narrative in a Paris academic setting.

Momies égyptiennes: défis éthiques et nouvelles conversations

Fri, 12 Mar 2027 at 16:30

Université Ouverte - Université Paris Cité

Lecture

Angela Stienne leads a public lecture at Université Paris Cité on the ethical challenges of displaying Egyptian mummies. The talk probes museology, consent, repatriation, and the politics of knowledge, inviting new conversations about museums and heritage.

L’arrivée de l’animation japonaise en France

Fri, 19 Mar 2027 at 19:00

Université Ouverte - Université Paris Cité

Lecture

A university lecture at Université Paris Cité on the arrival of Japanese animation in France, presented by Marie Pruvost-Delaspre in Salle 379F, Halle aux Farines. The talk explores how anime entered French culture, its reception, and the evolving relationship between Japanese and French media audiences.

Odyssée interstellaire

Sun, 21 Mar 2027 at 18:00

Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie

Lecture

An eye-opening science lecture at the Cité des sciences et de l'industrie, exploring interstellar travel, space exploration, and cutting-edge astrophysics behind distant worlds. An engaging talk that blends vivid visuals with clear explanations for curious minds.

« La clef des chants » – une étude des manuscrits de Georges Brassens

Wed, 24 Mar 2027 at 12:15

Université Ouverte - Université Paris Cité

Lecture

An academic study of Georges Brassens' manuscripts led by Jérôme Arnould at Amphithéâtre 9E, Halle aux Farines, Université Paris Cité. The talk traces draft materials to illuminate Brassens' lyric craft and evolution, offering rare insights into a French chanson icon.

L’impact environnemental de l’I.A. et des centres de données

Fri, 26 Mar 2027 at 15:30

Université Ouverte - Université Paris Cité

Lecture

An academic lecture on the environmental footprint of artificial intelligence and data centers, presented by Martine Villegas at Université Paris Cité's Amphithéâtre 10 E. The talk will address energy use, cooling challenges, and sustainability strategies shaping the data economy.

Dans la peau d’un nuage

Mon, 29 Mar 2027 at 16:30

Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie

Lecture

Join a science lecture at the Cité des sciences et de l'industrie in Paris as they explore 'Dans la peau d’un nuage'—a poetic, accessible look at clouds, meteorology and atmosphere. Free with reservation; indoor event in the museum's auditorium.

250th anniversary of the American Revolution — debates on the national novel

Tue, 30 Mar 2027 at 17:00

Université Ouverte - Université Paris Cité

Lecture

A university lecture at Université Paris Cité examining the 250-year legacy of the American Revolution and its role in shaping the US national narrative and political discourse. Led by Marie-Jeanne Rossignol in Amphithéâtre 9E, this talk explores how the 'national novel' idea informs history and politics.

What if our future is in the Ocean?

Tue, 30 Mar 2027 at 20:00

Sorbonne Université

Lecture

Explore how the oceans may shape humanity's future in this Sorbonne Université lecture. Marine scientists examine climate risks, innovative ocean technologies, and policy pathways for sustainable stewardship, inviting critical reflection on our blue planet.

Chat intérieur vs extérieur: wellbeing and épanouissement

Wed, 31 Mar 2027 at 19:30

Université Ouverte - Université Paris Cité

Lecture

An engaging CACAO-led talk at Université Paris Cité in Salle 226 C, Halle aux Farines, exploring interior vs exterior wellbeing and personal fulfillment. This accessible session invites reflection on how environment and mindset influence daily happiness, with practical insights for students and adults.

Le sucre et ses pièges: comprendre son rôle au quotidien

Fri, 2 Apr 2027 at 13:00

Université Ouverte - Université Paris Cité

Lecture

University talk by Catherine Bernard on how sugar shapes daily choices, followed by a hands-on workshop. Hosted at Université Paris Cité, the session blends science with practical tips to tame sugar cravings and improve everyday habits.

Cette Afrique qu’on n’apprenait pas à l’école

Fri, 2 Apr 2027 at 16:00

Université Ouverte - Université Paris Cité

Lecture

An insightful lecture at Université Paris Cité by Dominique Guihot, examining Africa's histories that are often missing from school curricula. The talk invites attendees to rethink dominant narratives and uncover overlooked continental perspectives in a university setting.

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