Popular Science Night: Physics in a Pub

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The discussion centers around organizing an evening of popular science in a pub setting, aimed at engaging non-scientific audiences. The proposed format includes dividing attendees into tables, where hosts discuss specific scientific topics for up to 10 minutes, followed by interactive conversations over drinks. The event is planned to last one hour, from 9 to 10 pm. Participants with scientific backgrounds and experience in science communication are sought for this initiative. The concept is validated by existing similar events in the US, which serve as potential models for execution.
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Hi all,
I am a physics student taking his last year of Msc. Some friends of mine and I are thinking to make an evening of popular science. We were thinking to organize the event in a pub, inviting people that haven't a scientific training. Divide the people between the tables where each one of the 'hosts' will talk about a specific topic for max 10 minutes. And then starting a conversation with people, while sharing a drink together.
The event should last at max for 1 hour(ex. 9-10 pm)

I ask for people with scientific training and in particular with some experience in divulgation. Is this possible? Does it make sense such event format? Thank you,
 
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