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Genius
The Life and Science of Richard Feynman
Book • 1993
This sweeping biography by James Gleick integrates Richard Feynman’s work and life, making it accessible to both laymen and scientists.
It details Feynman’s quick mastery of quantum mechanics, his role in the Manhattan Project, and his contributions to particle physics and quantum electrodynamics.
The book also explores Feynman’s eccentric and irreverent personality, his interactions with other notable physicists, and his impact on the scientific community.
It details Feynman’s quick mastery of quantum mechanics, his role in the Manhattan Project, and his contributions to particle physics and quantum electrodynamics.
The book also explores Feynman’s eccentric and irreverent personality, his interactions with other notable physicists, and his impact on the scientific community.
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Mentioned in 8 episodes
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Derek Thompson when discussing the complexity of quantum mechanics and introducing Feynman's biography.
Derek Thompson when discussing the complexity of quantum mechanics and introducing Feynman's biography.
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The Year's Biggest Breakthroughs in Science and Tech (Feat.: OK, But Seriously, What Is Quantum Computing?)
Mentioned by the podcast host when discussing Feynman's sexist behavior.
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The Brilliant Mr. Feynman
Mentioned by Stephen Dubner as a biography of Richard Feynman.
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The Vanishing Mr. Feynman
Mentioned as the definitive Feynman biography.
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The Brilliant Mr. Feynman
Mentioned by Jordan Peterson when discussing the difficulty of formulating problems.
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The World is Your Oyster
