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After Hours Schedules

Reading Groups

  • Monday-Friday at 5:00 pm EST: Dis & Datinformation w/Ann Li
  • Monday at 7:00 pm EST: The Reading and Writing Workshop
  • Tuesday at 7:00 pm EST: The Read Hour
  • Sunday at 3:00 pm EST: Weekly Marx

After Hours #244, 9-15 Dec 2024

Monday

9 December 2024

17:00 (05:00 pm) - Dis & Datinformation w/Ann Li

Reading: Slavoj Žižek

Join us for a daily topical conversation about cultural and political economic research subjects plus discussion about scholarly articles posted to the TAC Discord server.

19:00 (7:00 pm) - Reading and Writing Workshop w/Nancy M.

Bring any writing, old, new, fictional or factual, on any topic, poetry or prose, to read and discuss. For latest writing prompt see the #writing-workshop channel on the Discord.

20:00 (08:00 pm) - The Funny Hour

Similar to the Bring the Music hour but with stand up and funny videos where the whole community participates.


Tuesday

10 December 2024

17:00 (05:00 pm) - Dis & Datinformation w/Ann Li

Reading: Surplus Value

Join us for a daily topical conversation about cultural and political economic research subjects plus discussion about scholarly articles posted to the TAC Discord server.

19:00-20:30 (7:00-8:30 pm) - The Read Hour

Join the us every Tuesday for a short story discussion. See this week’s reading in the #the-read-hour channel on Discord.

A little classic from papa for next Tuesday enjoy. This week’s reading: A Clean Well Lighted Place by Ernest Hemingway


Wednesday

11 December 2024

17:00 (05:00 pm) - Dis & Datinformation w/Ann Li

Reading: Structural Reform

Join us for a daily topical conversation about cultural and political economic research subjects plus discussion about scholarly articles posted to the TAC Discord server.

20:30-21:30 (08:30 pm) - Spirituality and Activism w/Texas Tom


Thursday

12 December 2024

17:00 (05:00 pm) - Dis & Datinformation w/Ann Li

Reading: Søren Mau

Join us for a daily topical conversation about cultural and political economic research subjects plus discussion about scholarly articles posted to the TAC Discord server.

18:30 (06:30 pm) - Bring the News w/Whomever Brings It

19:30 (07:30 pm) - Virtual Mass Meeting w/Jewish Voices for Peace

Trump will soon take office. Biden refuses to stop arming Israel in his final months. Israel’s genocidal war in Gaza is only deepening.

What now? Join this quarterly JVP Virtual Mass Meeting for all members to understand this moment and take action together. During the meeting, we’ll talk about how we show up for each other, deepen our practices to withstand repression and state violence, and refuel ourselves to keep going. It has never been more important.

21:00 (9:00 pm) - “Texas Tom” Webber’s Night Owl Roost

Please check #zoom-links channel on Discord for separate Zoom link.

21:30 (09:30 pm) - Watch-a-long: Fargo (2014) w/Henchman 21

A 2014 FX black comedy-crime drama series created by Noah Hawley and linked to the Coen brothers' 1996 film of the same name. Set amidst a late 1970’s mid-west mob war, havoc ensues from mis-navigating the fine lines in this thrilling Dakota/Minnesota set anthology.
Starring: Kirsten Dunst, Patrick Wilson, Ted Danson.


Friday

13 December 2024

17:00 (05:00 pm) - Dis & Datinformation w/Ann Li

Reading: Soren Mau and Value-Rent-Finance

Join us for a daily topical conversation about cultural and political economic research subjects plus discussion about scholarly articles posted to the TAC Discord server.

18:00 (06:00 pm) - Open Dialogue

19:00 (07:00 pm) - The After Hours Show S02E30

On tonight’s show:

  • Walter Kiriaka returns as host this week to discuss UnitedHealthcare!
  • Ann Li updates us on Ukraine and blesses us with a rant
  • Joe Umami is sans kitchen again so no Kitchen ASMR
  • TAC week in review, week looking forward

20:30 (8:30 pm) - A Guided Tour of the Twilight Zone w/Prof. Jon (Donate)

This week Stopover in a Quiet Town something is squirrely for Millie and Bob Frazier after they wake up from a bender.

22:00 (10:00 pm) - Open Dialogue


Saturday

14 December 2024

15:00 (03:00 pm) - Weekly Marx Reading Group

Reading: Reviewing Lectures 8 and 9 Capital Volume 2

19:00 (07:00 pm) - Saturday Night Theatre: ED WOOD w/Susanna

Presenting Tim Burton’s 1994 Oscar-winning film ED WOOD starring Johnny Depp, Bill Murray, Martin Landau (in his Oscar winning role as Bela Lugosi), Sarah Jessica Parker and Patricia Arquette.

This comedy “docudrama” stars Johnny Depp as ambitious but troubled movie director Edward D. Wood Jr. trying his best to fulfill his dreams despite his utter lack of talent.

21:00 (09:00 pm) - Bring the Music

Bring tunes you want to share, check #music Discord channel for this week’s theme.


Sunday

15 December 2024

14:00 (02:00 pm) - Art Attack Zoom Group w/Texas Tom (separate Zoom)

15:00 (03:00 pm) - Weekly Marx Reading Group

Reading: More Marx: Chaos v. Disorder

17:00 (05:00 pm) - A Star Trek Watch Party & Discussion w/Prof. Jon (Donate)

This week Where No One Has Gone Before everyone pegs a visiting propulsion scientist as a charlatan, but Wesley Crusher thinks otherwise.

? pm - Sunday Soul Social (Following Star Trek) w/Lane

Note: all times are EST.

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After Hours #243, 2-8 Dec 2024

Monday

2 December 2024

17:00 (05:00 pm) - Dis & Datinformation w/Ann Li

Reading: today

Join us for a daily topical conversation about cultural and political economic research subjects plus discussion about scholarly articles posted to the TAC Discord server.

19:00 (7:00 pm) - Reading and Writing Workshop w/Nancy M.

Bring any writing, old, new, fictional or factual, on any topic, poetry or prose, to read and discuss. For latest writing prompt see the #writing-workshop channel on the Discord.

20:00 (08:00 pm) - The Funny Hour

Similar to the Bring the Music hour but with stand up and funny videos where the whole community participates.


Tuesday

3 December 2024

17:00 (05:00 pm) - Dis & Datinformation w/Ann Li

Reading: Regulation

Join us for a daily topical conversation about cultural and political economic research subjects plus discussion about scholarly articles posted to the TAC Discord server.

18:30 (06:30 pm) - A Frozen Moment in Antiquity w/Joe Umami

A segment where I show photos and discuss some works of hell-a ancient shit I been seeing on while travelin'.

19:00-20:30 (7:00-8:30 pm) - The Read Hour

Join the us every Tuesday for a short story discussion. See this week’s reading in the #the-read-hour channel on Discord.

This week’s reading: A Rose for Emily by William Faulkner

The story is one of his “Southern Gothic” tales, an analysis is available.


Wednesday

4 December 2024

17:00 (05:00 pm) - Dis & Datinformation w/Ann Li

Reading: Rethinking Capitalism

Join us for a daily topical conversation about cultural and political economic research subjects plus discussion about scholarly articles posted to the TAC Discord server.

20:30-21:30 (08:30 pm) - Spirituality and Activism w/Texas Tom

Agenda: Stories From the Center of the World: New Middle East Fiction

In this episode of The Chris Hedges Report, Elgrably (editor of this anthology of short fiction) discusses the stories that remind English-speaking Western readers of the humanity behind those from this often misunderstood and misrepresented region.

In Stories From the Center of the World: New Middle East Fiction, 25 authors weave together unique tales that offer a nuanced and substantive portrayal of the region. Hedges and Elgrably explore a handful of the stories, delving into themes such as the struggles of working class immigrants, the challenges of adjusting to life in the Middle East after years in American society and more.

These stories thrust the reader into the perspectives of Middle Eastern people, whether they’re immigrants or refugees, and through their thoughts, actions and complexities, unravel the misconceptions so often exploited by politicians about them. “There’s an explanation for why people would leave. They don’t hate their countries. They would love to be able to stay,” Elgrably says.

Video Link | Book Link


Thursday

5 December 2024

17:00 (05:00 pm) - Dis & Datinformation w/Ann Li

Reading: Domenico Losurdo

Join us for a daily topical conversation about cultural and political economic research subjects plus discussion about scholarly articles posted to the TAC Discord server.

19:00 (07:00 pm) - Bring the News w/Whomever Brings It

If you come across an article or bit of news that you feel the group would find interesting read it aloud (or ask someone to) and open the floor to discussion.

21:00 (9:00 pm) - “Texas Tom” Webber’s Night Owl Roost

Please check #zoom-links channel on Discord for separate Zoom link.

21:30 (09:30 pm) - Watch-a-long: Fargo (2014) w/Henchman 21

A 2014 FX black comedy-crime drama series created by Noah Hawley and linked to the Coen brothers' 1996 film of the same name. Set amidst a late 1970’s mid-west mob war, havoc ensues from mis-navigating the fine lines in this thrilling Dakota/Minnesota set anthology.
Starring: Kirsten Dunst, Patrick Wilson, Ted Danson.


Friday

6 December 2024

17:00 (05:00 pm) - Dis & Datinformation w/Ann Li

Reading: Losurdo Continued, plus Žižek

Join us for a daily topical conversation about cultural and political economic research subjects plus discussion about scholarly articles posted to the TAC Discord server.

18:00 (06:00 pm) - Open Dialogue

19:00 (07:00 pm) - The After Hours Show S02E29

On tonight’s show:

  • Joe Umami sans kitchen again talks about ACAB and anarchism in the birthplace of democracy and whinges about toilets for Kitchen ASMR
  • Ann Li updates us on Ukraine and blesses us with a rant
  • TAC week in review, week looking forward

20:30 (8:30 pm) - A Guided Tour of the Twilight Zone w/Prof. Jon (Donate)

This week The Jeopardy Room a Russian defector is trapped in a hotel room trying to avoid assassination.

22:00 (10:00 pm) - Open Dialogue


Saturday

7 December 2024

15:00 (03:00 pm) - Weekly Marx Reading Group

Reading: Slavoj Žižek

19:00 (07:00 pm) - Saturday Night Theatre: Resurrection w/Susanna

Presenting the 1980 critically acclaimed spiritual drama Resurrection, starring Ellen Burstyn in her Oscar nominated and tour-de-force performance as a woman pulled back from the brink of the afterlife and discovers she possesses unusual healing powers. Co-starring Sam Shepard and legendary stage actress Eva Le Gallienne in her Oscar-nominated performance as Burstyn’s grandmother.

21:00 (09:00 pm) - Bring the Music

Bring tunes you want to share, check #music Discord channel for this week’s theme.


Sunday

8 December 2024

14:00 (02:00 pm) - Art Attack Zoom Group w/Texas Tom (separate Zoom)

15:00 (03:00 pm) - Weekly Marx Reading Group

Reading: The German Ideology

17:00 (05:00 pm) - A Star Trek Watch Party & Discussion w/Prof. Jon (Donate)

This week The Last Outpost we are introduced to the Ferengi. The writer of this episode is scheduled to join the Zoom call!

? pm - Sunday Soul Social (Following Star Trek) w/Lane

23:30 (11:30 pm) - Hold Your Nose, Into the Agora We Goes w/Joe Umami

Join me live from central Athens' fish market the Varvakios Agora largely catering to the wholesale market. It is mainly a fish and seafood market but also dead land-based creatures are sold. It will be an sight for your eyes and an assault on my offlactory system, be thankful we do not have smell-o-vision yet.

Note: all times are EST.

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After Hours #242, 26 Nov - 1 Dec 2024

Monday

26 November 2024

17:00 (05:00 pm) - Dis & Datinformation w/Ann Li

Reading: Marx Basu Rent

Join us for a daily topical conversation about cultural and political economic research subjects plus discussion about scholarly articles posted to the TAC Discord server.

19:00 (7:00 pm) - Reading and Writing Workshop w/Nancy M.

Bring any writing, old, new, fictional or factual, on any topic, poetry or prose, to read and discuss. For latest writing prompt see the #writing-workshop channel on the Discord.

20:00 (08:00 pm) - The Funny Hour

Similar to the Bring the Music hour but with stand up and funny videos where the whole community participates.

21:30 (09:30 pm) - Watch-a-long: Patriot (Season 1) w/Henchman 21

Ever wondered what happens when a secret agent moonlights as a folk singer? Join us for a quirky hour of espionage, awkward family dinners, and tunes that may or may not get you recruited into the CIA! With a 91% on Rotten Tomatoes, it’s clear that even critics are baffled by this wild blend of comedy and drama.

Grab your popcorn, settle in, and let’s see if our hero can pull off the ultimate double life without getting caught (or singing out of tune)! Nominated for 2017 best comedy series.

Starring: Michael Dorman, Kurtwood Smith, Michael Chernus, Kathleen Munroe, Aliette Opheim, Chris Conrad, Terry O’Quinn, Debra Winger


Tuesday

27 November 2024

17:00 (05:00 pm) - Dis & Datinformation w/Ann Li

Reading: Marx on Ground Rent

Join us for a daily topical conversation about cultural and political economic research subjects plus discussion about scholarly articles posted to the TAC Discord server.

19:00-20:30 (7:00-8:30 pm) - The Read Hour

Join the us every Tuesday for a short story discussion. See this week’s reading in the #the-read-hour channel on Discord.

This week’s reading: Impatient Griselda by Margaret Atwood

21:30 (09:30 pm) - Watch-a-long: Good Omens (2019) w/Henchman 21

A 2019 BBC fantasy-comedy about an unlikely friendship between an angel and a demon. Created by Neil Gaiman, based on his novel of the same name.
Starring: Jon Hamm, Michael McKean, Benedict Cumberbatch


Wednesday

28 November 2024

17:00 (05:00 pm) - Dis & Datinformation w/Ann Li

Reading: More Marx on Ground Rent, Cont’d.

Join us for a daily topical conversation about cultural and political economic research subjects plus discussion about scholarly articles posted to the TAC Discord server.

20:30-21:30 (08:30 pm) - Spirituality and Activism w/Texas Tom


Thursday

29 November 2024

17:00 (05:00 pm) - Dis & Datinformation w/Ann Li

Reading: Marx on Signs

Join us for a daily topical conversation about cultural and political economic research subjects plus discussion about scholarly articles posted to the TAC Discord server.

18:00 (06:00 pm) - (Tentative) Talking Türkeye w/Joe Umami

Where I show some photos and give hitchhiking tips when traveling in Türkeye and try to get cheap laughs at other foolish travel faux pas I am guilty of.

19:00 (07:00 pm) - The Last Waltz w/Bruce

At the last minute I had the idea of screening Last Waltz. It’s a thanksgivings day film and a personal tradition to watch on thanksgiving day.

21:00 (9:00 pm) - “Texas Tom” Webber’s Night Owl Roost

Please check #zoom-links channel on Discord for separate Zoom link.

21:30 (09:30 pm) - Watch-a-long: Fargo (2014) w/Henchman 21

A 2014 FX black comedy-crime drama series created by Noah Hawley and linked to the Coen brothers' 1996 film of the same name. Set amidst a late 1970’s mid-west mob war, havoc ensues from mis-navigating the fine lines in this thrilling Dakota/Minnesota set anthology.
Starring: Kirsten Dunst, Patrick Wilson, Ted Danson.


Friday

30 November 2024

17:00 (05:00 pm) - Dis & Datinformation w/Ann Li

Reading: Marx and Signs, Cont’d.

Join us for a daily topical conversation about cultural and political economic research subjects plus discussion about scholarly articles posted to the TAC Discord server.

18:00 (06:00 pm) - Open Dialogue

19:00 (07:00 pm) - The After Hours Show S02E28

On tonight’s show:

20:30 (8:30 pm) - A Guided Tour of the Twilight Zone w/Prof. Jon (Donate)

This week Caesar and Me a man late of Ireland is talked into some bad ideas.

22:00 (10:00 pm) - (Tentative) A Frozen Moment in Antiquity w/Joe Umami

Photos and discussion of my visit to the damn near 2000 year old spa city Hieropolis and the unique geographical features, travertines, created by the thermal spring waters.

22:30 (10:30 pm) - Watch-a-long: The Penguin (2024) w/Henchman 21

A 2024 HBO miniseries based on the DC Comics character Penguin & his rise to power in Gotham City’s criminal underworld.
Starring: Collin Farrell, Cristin Milioti, Rhenzy Feliz.


Saturday

30 November 2024

11:00 (11:00 am) - From Lebanon to Palestine: Land, Memory and Liberation w/The People’s Forum

Panel discussion with: Speakers: Rania Khalek, Ghadi Francis, Dr. Jamila J. Ghaddar, Dr. Rami Zurayk. Co-Conversants: Dr. Rana Sukarieh, Dr. Manal Hamzeh.

15:00 (03:00 pm) - Weekly Marx Reading Group

Reading: Pierre Bourdieu’s Capital Explained

19:00 (07:00 pm) - Saturday Night Theatre: The Hospital w/Susanna

Presenting the 1971 black comedy The Hospital, written by Paddy Chayefsky and starring George C. Scott and Diana Rigg. Oscar-winning screenplay by Paddy Chayefsky satirizing the Medical Industry as he will do later to the Television Industry in “Network”.

21:00 (09:00 pm) - Bring the Music

Bring tunes you want to share, check #music Discord channel for this week’s theme.


Sunday

1 December 2024

14:00 (02:00 pm) - Art Attack Zoom Group w/Texas Tom (separate Zoom)

15:00 (03:00 pm) - Weekly Marx Reading Group

Reading: Marx Vol.I Notes

17:00 (05:00 pm) - A Star Trek Watch Party & Discussion w/Prof. Jon

? pm - Sunday Soul Social (Following Star Trek) w/Lane

Note: all times are EST.

Registration

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After Hours #241, 18-24 Nov 2024

Monday

18 November 2024

17:00 (05:00 pm) - Dis & Datinformation w/Ann Li

Reading: Code of Capital

Join us for a daily topical conversation about cultural and political economic research subjects plus discussion about scholarly articles posted to the TAC Discord server.

18:00 (06:00 pm) - Bring the News: US-Hungary Edition w/Susanna

Hungary Shows Us How a Second Trump Term Might Play Out

This is a devastating and powerful opinion piece from the NYT today.

“Donald Trump has referred to Hungary’s autocratic prime minister, Viktor Orban, as “a great man, a great leader.” In this episode, the columnist M. Gessen, who is in exile from Vladimir Putin’s Russia, draws parallels between Trump, Orban and Putin. Gessen explores what life might look like in Trump’s next term and describes their fear that, this time, “people are going to retreat into their private lives and try to shut out the political world.”

19:00 (7:00 pm) - Reading and Writing Workshop w/Nancy M.

Bring any writing, old, new, fictional or factual, on any topic, poetry or prose, to read and discuss. For latest writing prompt see the #writing-workshop channel on the Discord.

20:00 (08:00 pm) - The Funny Hour

Similar to the Bring the Music hour but with stand up and funny videos where the whole community participates.

21:30 (09:30 pm) - Watch-a-long: Patriot (Season 1) w/Henchman 21

Ever wondered what happens when a secret agent moonlights as a folk singer? Join us for a quirky hour of espionage, awkward family dinners, and tunes that may or may not get you recruited into the CIA! With a 91% on Rotten Tomatoes, it’s clear that even critics are baffled by this wild blend of comedy and drama.

Grab your popcorn, settle in, and let’s see if our hero can pull off the ultimate double life without getting caught (or singing out of tune)! Nominated for 2017 best comedy series.

Starring: Michael Dorman, Kurtwood Smith, Michael Chernus, Kathleen Munroe, Aliette Opheim, Chris Conrad, Terry O’Quinn, Debra Winger


Tuesday

19 November 2024

17:00 (05:00 pm) - Dis & Datinformation w/Ann Li

Reading: More Marx on Money

Join us for a daily topical conversation about cultural and political economic research subjects plus discussion about scholarly articles posted to the TAC Discord server.

18:30 (06:30 pm) - A Frozen Moment in Antiquity w/Joe Umami

A segment where I show photos and discuss some works of sculptural art I found compelling in the Antalya Archeological Museum in Türkeye. Trigger warning: there may be ancient nudity.

19:00-20:30 (7:00-8:30 pm) - The Read Hour

Join the us every Tuesday for a short story discussion. See this week’s reading in the #the-read-hour channel on Discord.

This week’s reading: a retelling of the prodigal son, Edward Mills And George Benton: A Tale by Mark Twain. You might recognize some of these personalities in our public figures today. An audio reading.

21:30 (09:30 pm) - Watch-a-long: Good Omens (2019) w/Henchman 21

A 2019 BBC fantasy-comedy about an unlikely friendship between an angel and a demon. Created by Neil Gaiman, based on his novel of the same name.
Starring: Jon Hamm, Michael McKean, Benedict Cumberbatch


Wednesday

20 November 2024

17:00 (05:00 pm) - Dis & Datinformation w/Ann Li

Reading: Michael Roberts on Vampire Capital(ism)

Join us for a daily topical conversation about cultural and political economic research subjects plus discussion about scholarly articles posted to the TAC Discord server.

18:30 (06:30 pm) - (Tentaive) A Frozen Moment in Antiquity w/Joe Umami

If I don’t fall asleep beforehand I’ll show photos and discuss some works of sculptural art I found compelling in the Antalya Archeological Museum in Türkeye. Trigger warning: there may be ancient nudity.

20:30-21:30 (08:30 pm) - Spirituality and Activism w/Texas Tom

Agenda: Peter B. Collins joins us (after too long of an absence) to offer his analysis of the historical factors that led to trump’s election.

Peter will speak for about an hour and offer his commentary. We will then open the floor up for Q&A and to give everyone a chance to enter into conversation with Peter to explore constructive strategies for forging a progressive path forward over the next four years.


Thursday

21 November 2024

17:00 (05:00 pm) - Dis & Datinformation w/Ann Li

Reading: today

Join us for a daily topical conversation about cultural and political economic research subjects plus discussion about scholarly articles posted to the TAC Discord server.

18:30 (06:30 pm) - (Tentaive) A Frozen Moment in Antiquity w/Joe Umami

If I don’t fall asleep beforehand I’ll show photos and discuss some works of sculptural art I found compelling in the Antalya Archeological Museum in Türkeye. Trigger warning: there may be ancient nudity.

19:00 (07:00 pm) - Bring the News w/Whomever Brings It

If you come across an article or bit of news that you feel the group would find interesting read it aloud (or ask someone to) and open the floor to discussion.

21:00 (9:00 pm) - “Texas Tom” Webber’s Night Owl Roost

Please check #zoom-links channel on Discord for separate Zoom link.

21:30 (09:30 pm) - Watch-a-long: Fargo (2014) w/Henchman 21

A 2014 FX black comedy-crime drama series created by Noah Hawley and linked to the Coen brothers' 1996 film of the same name. Set amidst a late 1970’s mid-west mob war, havoc ensues from mis-navigating the fine lines in this thrilling Dakota/Minnesota set anthology.
Starring: Kirsten Dunst, Patrick Wilson, Ted Danson.


Friday

22 November 2024

17:00 (05:00 pm) - Dis & Datinformation w/Ann Li

Reading: Late Capitalism

Join us for a daily topical conversation about cultural and political economic research subjects plus discussion about scholarly articles posted to the TAC Discord server.

18:00 (06:00 pm) - Open Dialogue

19:00 (07:00 pm) - The After Hours Show S02E27

On tonight’s show:

20:30 (8:30 pm) - A Guided Tour of the Twilight Zone w/Prof. Jon (Donate)

This week Sounds and Silences a retired Navy man and current model ship manufacturing company owner Roswell Flemington enjoys loud noises.

22:00 (10:00 pm) - Open Dialogue

22:30 (10:30 pm) - Watch-a-long: The Penguin (2024) w/Henchman 21

A 2024 HBO miniseries based on the DC Comics character Penguin & his rise to power in Gotham City’s criminal underworld.
Starring: Collin Farrell, Cristin Milioti, Rhenzy Feliz.


Saturday

23 November 2024

15:00 (03:00 pm) - Weekly Marx Reading Group

Reading: Marx v. Ricardo on Rent

19:00 (07:00 pm) - Saturday Night Theatre: The Reivers w/Susanna

Presenting the 1969 cult comedy classic The Reivers, starring Steve McQueen and Rupert Crosse in his Oscar-nominated supporting performance. Join me for a joyride back to 1906 Memphis with three charming Reivers (aka “Thieves”) in this engaging road trip and coming-of-age story based on the Pulitzer-prize winning novel by William Faulkner.

21:00 (09:00 pm) - Bring the Music

Bring tunes you want to share, check #music Discord channel for this week’s theme.


Sunday

24 November 2024

14:00 (02:00 pm) - Art Attack Zoom Group w/Texas Tom (separate Zoom)

15:00 (03:00 pm) - Weekly Marx Reading Group

Reading: today

17:00 (05:00 pm) - A Star Trek Watch Party & Discussion w/Prof. Jon (Donate)

When the leader of an alien culture takes a romantic interest in Lt. Yar, he claims her for his own, to the dismay of his own wife, who, in turn, challenges Tasha in a fight to the death.

? pm - Sunday Soul Social (Following Star Trek) w/Lane

Note: all times are EST.

Registration

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After Hours #240, 11-17 Nov 2024

Monday

11 November 2024

17:00 (05:00 pm) - Dis & Datinformation w/Ann Li

Reading: Even More Lectures, 8 and 9, Capital Volume 2, Cont’d.

Join us for a daily topical conversation about cultural and political economic research subjects plus discussion about scholarly articles posted to the TAC Discord server.

19:00 (7:00 pm) - Reading and Writing Workshop w/Nancy M.

Bring any writing, old, new, fictional or factual, on any topic, poetry or prose, to read and discuss. For latest writing prompt see the #writing-workshop channel on the Discord.

20:00 (08:00 pm) - The Funny Hour

Similar to the Bring the Music hour but with stand up and funny videos where the whole community participates.

21:30 (09:30 pm) - Watch-a-long: Patriot (Season 1) w/Henchman 21

Ever wondered what happens when a secret agent moonlights as a folk singer? Join us for a quirky hour of espionage, awkward family dinners, and tunes that may or may not get you recruited into the CIA! With a 91% on Rotten Tomatoes, it’s clear that even critics are baffled by this wild blend of comedy and drama.

Grab your popcorn, settle in, and let’s see if our hero can pull off the ultimate double life without getting caught (or singing out of tune)! Nominated for 2017 best comedy series.

Starring: Michael Dorman, Kurtwood Smith, Michael Chernus, Kathleen Munroe, Aliette Opheim, Chris Conrad, Terry O’Quinn, Debra Winger


Tuesday

12 November 2024

17:00 (05:00 pm) - Dis & Datinformation w/Ann Li

Reading: Capital: Volume 1 Paul Reitter & Paul North

Join us for a daily topical conversation about cultural and political economic research subjects plus discussion about scholarly articles posted to the TAC Discord server.

19:00-20:30 (7:00-8:30 pm) - The Read Hour

Join the us every Tuesday for a short story discussion. See this week’s reading in the #the-read-hour channel on Discord.

This week’s reading: Two Men in a Furnished Room by Cornell Woolrich

We’ll have an excellent radio adaptation of Cornell Woolrich’s short story Two Men in a Furnished Room starring John Payne. Cornell Woolrich, is regarded as the Father of Noir literature.

21:30 (09:30 pm) - Good Omens (2019) Watch-a-long w/Henchman 21

A 2019 BBC fantasy-comedy about an unlikely friendship between an angel and a demon. Created by Neil Gaiman, based on his novel of the same name.
Starring: Jon Hamm, Michael McKean, Benedict Cumberbatch


Wednesday

13 November 2024

17:00 (05:00 pm) - Dis & Datinformation w/Ann Li

Reading: Capital: Volume 1 Paul Reitter & Paul North, Cont’d.

Join us for a daily topical conversation about cultural and political economic research subjects plus discussion about scholarly articles posted to the TAC Discord server.

20:30-21:30 (08:30 pm) - Spirituality and Activism w/Texas Tom


Thursday

14 November 2024

17:00 (05:00 pm) - Dis & Datinformation w/Ann Li

Reading: More Capital: Volume 1 Paul Reitter & Paul North, Cont’d.

Join us for a daily topical conversation about cultural and political economic research subjects plus discussion about scholarly articles posted to the TAC Discord server.

18:30 (06:30 pm) - A Frozen Moment in Antiquity w/Joe Umami

A segment where I show photos and discuss some works of sculptural art I found compelling in the Antalya Archeological Museum in Türkeye. Trigger warning: there may be ancient nudity.

19:00 (07:00 pm) - Bring the News w/Whomever Brings It

If you come across an article or bit of news that you feel the group would find interesting read it aloud (or ask someone to) and open the floor to discussion.

21:00 (9:00 pm) - “Texas Tom” Webber’s Night Owl Roost

Please check #zoom-links channel on Discord for separate Zoom link.

21:30 (09:30 pm) - Watch-a-long: Fargo (2014) w/Henchman 21

A 2014 FX black comedy-crime drama series created by Noah Hawley and linked to the Coen brothers' 1996 film of the same name. Set amidst a late 1970’s mid-west mob war, havoc ensues from mis-navigating the fine lines in this thrilling Dakota/Minnesota set anthology.
Starring: Kirsten Dunst, Patrick Wilson, Ted Danson.


Friday

15 November 2024

17:00 (05:00 pm) - Dis & Datinformation w/Ann Li

Reading: Violence, Ideology and Mute Compulsion

Join us for a daily topical conversation about cultural and political economic research subjects plus discussion about scholarly articles posted to the TAC Discord server.

18:00 (06:00 pm) - Open Dialogue

19:00 (07:00 pm) - The After Hours Show S02E26

On tonight’s show:

  • Joe Umami makes a meze; celery root potato salad and roast aubergine, pepper and tomato with pomegrante syrup for Kitchen ASMR
  • Ann Li updates us on Ukraine and blesses us with a rant
  • TAC week in review, week looking forward

20:00 (08:00 pm) - Frozen Moments in Antiquity w/Joe Umami

A segment where I show photos and discuss some works of sculptural art I found compelling in the Antalya Archeological Museum in Türkeye. Trigger warning: there may be ancient nudity.

20:30 (8:30 pm) - A Guided Tour of the Twilight Zone w/Prof. Jon (Donate)

In tonight’s episode, I am the Night-Color Me Black, a small town is enveloped in blackness.

22:00 (10:00 pm) - Open Dialogue

22:30 (10:30 pm) - Watch-a-long: The Penguin (2024) w/Henchman 21

A 2024 HBO miniseries based on the DC Comics character Penguin & his rise to power in Gotham City’s criminal underworld.
Starring: Collin Farrell, Cristin Milioti, Rhenzy Feliz.


Saturday

16 November 2024

15:00 (03:00 pm) - Weekly Marx Reading Group

Reading: Marx on Money 1

18:30 (06:30 pm) - Preview to Saturday Night Theatre w/Susanna

Showcasing a 10 minute documentary on Tyrone Power and presenting a 20 minute documentary about the historical American Carny/Sideshow/Circus evolution. It’s very interesting and will enhance your viewing experience.

19:00 (07:00 pm) - Saturday Night Theatre w/Susanna

I’ll be presenting the original 1947 original version of the film noir classic Nightmare Alley chronicling the dark side of carny life. Starring Tyrone Power giving a critically acclaimed performance and well-known as his personal favorite role. It’s a tour-de-force performance, not to be missed. Featuring brilliant performances by his three female co-stars: Joan Blondell, Colleen Gray and Helen Walker. TCM considers this film among the most important American films to come out of the 1940’s.

21:00 (09:00 pm) - Bring the Music

Bring tunes you want to share, check #music Discord channel for this week’s theme.


Sunday

17 November 2024

14:00 (02:00 pm) - Art Attack Zoom Group w/Texas Tom (separate Zoom)

15:00 (03:00 pm) - Weekly Marx Reading Group

Reading: Marx on Money 1, Cont’d.

16:00 (04:00 pm) - Nightmare Alley Movie Analysis w/Susanna

An excellent historical “extra” movie analysis of the film/book Nightmare Alley.

16:30 (04:30 pm) - A Frozen Moment in Antiquity w/Joe Umami

A segment where I show photos and discuss some works of sculptural art I found compelling in the Antalya Archeological Museum in Türkeye. Trigger warning: there may be ancient nudity.

17:00 (05:00 pm) - A Star Trek Watch Party & Discussion w/Prof. Jon (Donate)

In tonight’s episode, The Naked Now, the Enterprise crew starts to a as act without inhibitions.

? pm - Sunday Soul Social (Following Star Trek) w/Lane

Note: all times are EST.

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