An analysis of the long-term impacts of decisions, events, and writings that have shaped our world. These will include the writings of Darwin, Newton, Machiavelli, Marx, and Smith. We will also cover writings from Greece, China, and Rome. A selection of works of fiction will be covered as well. The events and results are both wonders and blunders depending on time and perspective. I hope this will spark discussion.

Moderator: Doug MacCurdy is a naturalized American citizen and native Canadian who resided in Canada for 55 years. Educated in Winnipeg at Univ. of Manitoba and Univ. of Winnipeg, he has lived and worked in the US on three separate occasions as well as having international work experience in France, Holland, Japan, the UK, and other countries.