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RISE ABOVE THE MACHINE
Let’s make this an event everybody will remember.
1. How can we bring your vision to life?
Select your package, choose your preferred date(s), then contact Dieter via email/phone/text to Introduce yourself.
Email: indianinthemachine@protonmail.com
Phone: (403) 921-9982
2. Dates are limited, don’t delay.
If you do not initially connect, leave a message and we will get back to you as soon as possible to secure your booking.
3. We will send contract.
Our contract puts everything in writing, so there are no surprises.
4. Simple and Transparent Billing Process
Secure your presentation by providing a 50% deposit upfront via interac (indianinthemachine@protonmail.com, or other agreed upon means).
After we receive deposit, we will send you files of our very thought provoking posters for you to print and post everywhere to help get everybody excited.
5. After the presentation.
After the presentation, the remaining fee (and expenses) is immediately due within 24 hours, and an invoice will be provided.
| Package | Time | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Classroom / Small Group | 75 min | $750 |
| School-Wide | 75 min | $1,250 |
| Full School Day | Up to 4 classroom sessions | $2,500 |
| Evening Community | 90 min | $1,500 |
| Evening Community | 120 min | $1,800 |
| Full Day Community | Day (school) + evening (community) | $3,500 |
RISE ABOVE THE MACHINE
Technology is changing faster than ever. Don’t let it change who you are.
A powerful, interactive experience exploring technology, AI, attention, privacy, automation and what it means to remain fully human in an increasingly digital world.
Every presentation includes an opening drum meditation, original visual storytelling, interactive discussion, practical demonstrations and Your Human Field Guide: 30 Ways to Rise Above the Machine — a take-home resource designed to keep the conversation going long after the presentation ends.
CLASSROOM / SMALL GROUP
75 Minutes — $750
An intimate version of Rise Above the Machine designed for individual classes, smaller groups or focused student gatherings.
Students explore two possible futures: one where technology becomes so convenient that humans gradually surrender their independence, and another where advanced technology works in harmony with human creativity, relationships, community and the natural world.
The presentation introduces students to the forces behind the modern “machine” — including attention, data, time, money and prediction — and gives them practical ways to understand and manage their relationship with technology.
Includes:
- Opening drum meditation
- Interactive 75-minute presentation
- Original visual storytelling and humour
- Practical technology demonstrations
- Student participation and discussion
- Your Human Field Guide: 30 Ways to Rise Above the Machine
Best for: Individual classes, smaller groups and targeted student sessions.
SCHOOL-WIDE EXPERIENCE
75 Minutes — $1,250
Up to 300 students
Bring the full Rise Above the Machine experience to your school.
Designed for a larger audience, this high-energy presentation takes students on a journey from the world they know today into two possible technological futures — one dominated by convenience, automation and control, and another where humanity uses extraordinary technology without losing its creativity, independence, relationships or connection to life.
Students discover how the “machine” works, why attention and data have become so valuable, and how seemingly harmless technologies can influence behaviour.
The second half turns toward possibility and action, giving students practical ideas they can begin using immediately.
Includes:
- Opening drum meditation
- Full 75-minute presentation
- Original multimedia storytelling
- Interactive demonstrations
- Humour and student participation
- Practical privacy and technology awareness
- Your Human Field Guide: 30 Ways to Rise Above the Machine
Best for: Elementary, junior high or high school audiences, Grade 4–5 and up.
FULL SCHOOL DAY
$2,500
Turn the presentation into a deeper day of exploration.
The Full School Day allows students to experience Rise Above the Machine in smaller groups and gives more time for discussion, demonstrations and age-appropriate exploration.
The day can be structured around up to four classroom or small-group sessions, allowing the presentation to be adapted to different grades, classes or learning environments.
Includes:
- Up to four 75-minute classroom/small-group sessions
- Opening drum meditation
- Interactive presentation and demonstrations
- Age-appropriate discussion
- Practical technology and privacy awareness
- Your Human Field Guide: 30 Ways to Rise Above the Machine
Optional: A community evening presentation can be added as part of a customized full-day/community program.
COMMUNITY EXPERIENCE
90 Minutes — $1,500
120 Minutes — $1,800
Bring the conversation beyond the classroom.
The Community Experience is designed for students, parents, educators, families and community members who want to explore the larger questions surrounding technology, AI, privacy, automation and the future of humanity.
Beginning with a grounding drum meditation, the presentation moves from humour and curiosity into a deeper exploration of where technology may be taking us — and how we can consciously participate in creating a different future.
The longer format allows for more demonstrations, discussion and audience participation.
Includes:
- Opening drum meditation
- Interactive presentation
- Original visual storytelling
- Practical technology demonstrations
- Audience discussion and participation
- Your Human Field Guide: 30 Ways to Rise Above the Machine
90 minutes — $1,500
120 minutes — $1,800
FULL DAY COMMUNITY EXPERIENCE
$3,500
Make Rise Above the Machine a full community experience.
This flexible program can combine daytime school programming with an evening community presentation.
A typical full-day experience may include:
Daytime
- Up to four classroom/small-group sessions
OR - Up to two school-wide presentations
Evening
- 90- or 120-minute community presentation
- Opening drum meditation
- Interactive discussion and demonstrations
- Your Human Field Guide
The schedule can be adapted to the needs of the school and community.
$3,500
TRAVEL & ACCOMMODATION
Travel and accommodation are additional and will be discussed and agreed upon before booking.
BOOKING
A 50% non-refundable deposit secures the date.
The remaining 50% is due immediately upon delivery of the presentation.
Because presentation dates are limited, early booking is recommended.
Let’s start the conversation.
Call or email to discuss your school or community’s needs and find the program that fits best.
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I’m excited to visit your community, to share what I believe will be a very interesting experience for all of us!
Dieter Braun BSc. MBA
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Presenter and Founder ‘Advancing Nations’