# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Logic and Bullsh*t in the Age of Ai
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 16 Apr, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Thu, 16 Apr, 2026 at 08:00 pm (-07:00)
- **Event Description**: Dr Kirk Mc Dermid will discuss how we can avoid the "epistemic void" of Ai, that we confuse for truth.About this EventDr. McDermid will explore the key differences between liars and bullshitters—because they truly aren’t the same—and how understanding this can empower us to better navigate the noise from both humans and bots!Dr McDermid has over 2 decades of teaching and educational leadership roles at  the University of Western Ontario and Monclair State University (New Jersey, USA), as well as teaching at Royal Roads University and currently teaches at Camosun College and MidIsland Elder College in Nanaimo . He is a philospher who specializes in philosophy of science, epistemology, metaphysics, critical thinking and curricular reforms that centres the learner.Bar Banter's mission is to quench your curiosity for learning on just about everything!Something we call "Liquid Learning!"Come hang out with us at the Green Olive for tasty food and drinks at 6:00 pm before the 40-minute presentation, followed by a fun 20-minute Q&A with our awesome keynote speaker!What could be better than soaking up wisdom from an industry expert while enjoying a drink at the bar?DOORS OPEN AT 5:45PMAgenda🕑: 06:00 PM - 07:00 PMMix and Mingle🕑: 07:00 PM - 07:40 PMKeynote Speaker--Dr Kirk McDermid Speaks🕑: 07:40 PM - 08:00 PMQuestion and Answer Period
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nanaimo/logic-and-bullsht-in-the-age-of-ai/100001984522249470
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## Ticket Details

- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 17.4, max: 17.4, currency: CAD

## Event venue details

- **city**: Nanaimo
- **state**: BC
- **country**: Canada
- **location**: 150 Skinner St
- **lat**: 49.166837
- **long**: -123.937996
- **full address**: 150 Skinner St, 150 Skinner Street, Nanaimo, Canada

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Logic and Bullsh*t in the Age of Ai being held?
  - **A:** Logic and Bullsh*t in the Age of Ai takes place on Thu, 16 Apr, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Thu, 16 Apr, 2026 at 08:00 pm at 150 Skinner St, 150 Skinner Street, Nanaimo, Canada.
- **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Logic and Bullsh*t in the Age of Ai?
  - **A:** Tickets for Logic and Bullsh*t in the Age of Ai are priced at CAD 17 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityGeneral AdmissionCAD 17 + CAD 2 feeAvailable
- **Q**: Who is organizing Logic and Bullsh*t in the Age of Ai?
  - **A:** Logic and Bullsh*t in the Age of Ai is organized by Bar Banter.

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