Date: January 15, 2026 | 7 PM | Washington, D.C. (Exact address provided closer to the day)
Topic: Global Culture & the Next Big Trend
In today’s hyper-connected world, trends move across borders faster than ever - whether through music, fashion, food, or the algorithms that shape what we see online. This month, we’ll explore how global culture is formed, how ideas go viral, and why certain trends resonate across countries while others stay local. From K-pop to TikTok to the quiet influences of travel and migration, we’ll dive into what’s shaping our collective tastes right now and what might define the next decade.
Recommended Reading:
The World Is Flat 3.0, by Thomas Friedman
How Does Globalization Influence Cultural Exchange and Social Integration?
Date: January 15, 2026 | 7 PM | Washington, D.C. (Exact address provided closer to the day)
Topic: Global Culture & the Next Big Trend
In today’s hyper-connected world, trends move across borders faster than ever - whether through music, fashion, food, or the algorithms that shape what we see online. This month, we’ll explore how global culture is formed, how ideas go viral, and why certain trends resonate across countries while others stay local. From K-pop to TikTok to the quiet influences of travel and migration, we’ll dive into what’s shaping our collective tastes right now and what might define the next decade.
Recommended Reading:
The World Is Flat 3.0, by Thomas Friedman
How Does Globalization Influence Cultural Exchange and Social Integration?