Event: Global Skeptics in the Pub (SitP) 2025
When: Friday, August 22, 2025 — 7 PM (local time in New Zealand) through Friday, ending Saturday, August 23 at 7 AM UTC (9 PM Hawaii time) skepticalcon.com
Where: On Zoom—anyone, anywhere, can join! Zoomlink posted here on August 22nd
Why You Can’t Miss It
Whether you’re an experienced skeptic, science communicator, or curious newcomer, SitP 2025 is a global 24-hour virtual gathering designed for dynamic and inclusive exchange. Pop in for a few minutes or stay for the full ride—participate solo or with your local skeptic group.
Zoom details (link, meeting ID, passcode) will be posted on August 22—so mark your calendar and be ready!
What to Expect & How to Engage
- Drop in anytime during the 24‑hour livestream; no preset commitment needed.
- Speak your language: Converse freely in your native tongue.
- Be visible: Add your city or group to your Zoom name—great for meeting kindred skeptics.
- Capture and share: Photos and clips from the event are welcome and will be featured publicly.
- Stay respectful: The organizers encourage civil discourse—no religion bashing, ad hominems, or overtly political rants.
Want to Present?
Groups are invited to contribute with short (≤10 minutes) presentations—either live or pre-recorded—highlighting successful programs, outreach strategies, or community-building efforts. Add a Q&A if you like! Just reach out to Dave Almandsmith (david.almandsmith@gmail.com) with your preferred time (local and UTC) to reserve a slot.
Final Thoughts
This year’s Global SitP is not just another Zoom event—it’s a global tapestry of rational inquiry and camaraderie, unfolding across time zones and cultures. Let’s make sure Freethinkers International is part of the conversation, from Maarssen to Melbourne, Nairobi to New York.
See you in the pub (virtually)—where skepticism knows no borders!
