5th September 7-11pm
Venue: The Nerve Centre
Old Rapid Paint Shop
Renshaw Street
Liverpool, L1
It's true the Internet has changed society, our culture and our lives, some even believe it has come to controls us. Whatever you believe there is no going back, but this evening of talks will explain the ways in which we can take back control, create our own culture and use it to our own advantage.
Plus we invite you to enjoy the copyleft music of Rathole Radio, as they play live and stream a live broadcast.
7pm - Talks
Francis Irving - 5 Easy Ways to Hack Society Using the Internet
The Internet has created fundamentally new ways that we shop (think eBay), and that we get entertained (think Pirate Bay). The next Internet revolution is in how we are governed. Francis Irving from mySociety talks about five tools they have made which you can already use, and which give hints at new ways of organising society.
Deena Denaro - Culture Hacking
"We must prepare young people to face a wave of powerful images, words and sounds." UNESCO, 1982
Referring to both the attempts of the Iranian government and the quote above, "Reversing the Wave" is a TV spot that brings Nokia's brand identity closer in alignment to it's actions. In the style of Ad-Busters Magazine and the Yes Men, it offers "Identity Correction" for a corporation who has put profits above privacy and basic human rights.
Adrain McEwen - Using Arduino's for power consumption monitoring and pollution testing.
The next technology revolution has started through the use of Arduionos', a simple microprocessor that is being programmed at home by thousands of enthusiasts. Adrian is one of the country's top developers for this new platform.
8.30pm – Rathole Radio Live
Rathole Radio the fortnightly Internet radio show and podcast about culture, technology and politics with humour, guests, the best in new music and even exclusive live performances. Come and see as Rathole Radio goes Live from the Nerve Centre.
5th September 7-11pm
Venue: The Nerve Centre
Old Rapid Paint Shop
Renshaw Street
Liverpool, L1
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