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The Beginning of Infinity: Eternal Mathematics
November 4, 2023 at 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm CET
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Join Phil Filippak for the next episode of a series about critical rationalism and major ideas from David Deutsch’s book The Beginning of Infinity.
It may sound counter-intuitive but mathematical proofs depend on the physics of the world where the proof is being used. Or do they? We will explore the mysterious and abstract realms of mathematics, gaze at seemingly absurd and controversial statements, and visit the famous Hilbert’s Grand Hotel.
Recommended reading:
- List of mathematical paradoxes concerning infinity on Wikipedia
