Cuneo hosts eighth Festival dei Luoghi Comuni

The eighth edition of the Festival dei Luoghi Comuni, themed “La cultura con la C maiuscola,” is taking place in Cuneo through October 25. Organized by the association Cuadri ETS, the event features twelve free public appointments and dedicated sessions for schools.

The program covers a diverse range of subjects, including linguistics, psychology, science, satire, and contemporary art. Scheduled events include discussions on the role of European culture in geopolitics, field reporting experiences from RaiNews24 journalists, and an analysis of the Trump presidency ahead of the U.S. midterm elections.

Other highlights include a workshop for children featuring Disney’s Topolino creators, a presentation on psychological methods by Ilaria Albano, and a study of the evolution of the Italian language in the age of artificial intelligence. The festival also features Forlimpopoli as a guest city, showcasing regional culinary traditions and local history.