Oak Guild Institute

Seeking Truth through Loving Contested Dialogue

Saturday, May 18
10:45am (with optional hike at 9:15am)
in Portola Valley
Location details shared with those who RSVP.

OGI is a community of people pursuing knowledge and exploring relevant and difficult topics together. We host salons in the San Francisco Bay Area and publish podcasts. At OGI, we believe learning often comes through loving – even if contested – dialogue with people who may have diverse opinions or experiences.

Salons

Over Dinner ~ On a Hike ~ At a Beer Garden

Salons in 18th century France were a place of intellectual discourse on topics of the day. We strive for something similar by creating friendly & engaging spaces for conversation. All are welcome!

Podcasts

Life of the Mind Podcast

Curiosity is explored through unique experiences and diverse perspectives. Jake Chacko, our primary host, interviews guests on a variety of topics that expand our minds and challenge our assumptions.

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Stay in the know. We send newsletters 1-2 times per month with information about upcoming salons and links to our podcasts.

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Consider making a tax-deductible donation of $100 or more today to join OGI as a member and play a sustained role in growing our community. You'll have early and/or reduced-price access to paid salons as well as more input into salon and podcast topics.

"Cultivate friends you disagree with, as well as those with whom you agree, because together you'll locate the soft spots in your own thinking and find common ground to build on."
- Robert P. George
Professor of Politics and Law at Princeton University