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3-min talks on science, tech, & other “hard to explain” stuff. Ring the bell if lost. Finally learn what you only kinda sorta understand.About this Event
What the f*** is a Gong Show?
Presenters who work in science, tech, or another "it's hard to explain" field get 3 minutes to explain their work without confusing the audience. If the audience hears a word they don’t understand, they ring a bell (*gong*). Presenters must pause, clarify, and keep going.
Because this is a COY event, we also ask playful questions to humanize our smart friends.
Why Come?
For Presenters:
- Practice explaining your work clearly.
- Get instant feedback from a friendly audience.
- What else are you doing on a Friday night?
For Audience:
- Interrupt your smart friends.
- You might learn something new. You might not. Take the risk.
- Someone may talk about AI. Riveting stuff.
Event Rules:
- Presentations are 3 mins. Pretend the audience has a small attention span (because they do).
- No jargon. Bell = “I don’t get it”
- Presenters must clarify before moving on.
- Safe space! Don’t just nod politely and stay confused. Ring your bell!
- No questions that begin with “Well I think….”
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
STMNT Studios, 888 O'Farrell Street, San Francisco, United States
Tickets
USD 0.00 to USD 20.00
