Have you ever wanted to sit down with a leading expert and pick their brain about the world’s most fascinating and complex topics? That’s exactly what Curious Hour in Chicago is all about. It’s a series of expert-led talks set in a relaxed, bar environment where big questions meet cool drinks.
By pairing top minds with an intimate, conversational setting, Curious Hour makes deep, educational subjects incredibly engaging. It’s an intellectually stimulating night out that you won’t want to miss.
Curious Hour: What’s on in Chicago
Jim Laccino, Ph.D.
🧑🏫Role: Associate Professor in the Online Forensic Psychology Department at The Chicago School.
🎥Background: With a Ph.D. in Experimental Psychology, Jim has spent decades researching archetypes in cinema and forensic psychology. He developed the Cinematic Serial Killers Research Project, involving over 100 students in coding films that depict real-life offenders.
🧠Expertise: He teaches specialized courses on profiling serial killers by type, motives, methods, and victims, and has presented his findings at the Annual American Psychological Association Conventions.
11 December 2026 18:00 + more dates
The iO Theater
Vilmarie Fraguada Narloch, PsyD
👩⚕️Role: Licensed clinical psychologist, educator, and co-founder/director of Sana Healing Collective.
🧠Background: Dr. Fraguada Narloch specializes in treating co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders using harm reduction and humanistic approaches. She holds a certificate in Psychedelic-Assisted Therapies and Research from the California Institute of Integral Studies.
💊Mission: She is a passionate advocate for science-based drug education and equitable access to mental health care for underserved communities.
12 December 2026 18:00 + more dates
The iO Theater
Whether you are interested in the clinical science of the human brain or the dark realities of criminal psychology, Curious Hour offers a unique educational setting to expand your knowledge. Bring your curiosity, grab a drink, and get ready for a fascinating evening.
