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#370 – Edward Frenkel: Reality is a Paradox – Mathematics, Physics, Truth & Love

Lex Fridman Podcast

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The Awakening to Mathematics

This chapter chronicles a speaker's transformative journey from disinterest in mathematics to a profound appreciation of its complexity, catalyzed by a meeting with a mathematician. It explores the intricate relationship between mathematics and physics, emphasizing their unique perspectives on understanding the universe and the constancy of mathematical truths. The conversation reflects on philosophical motivations, public curiosity in science, and the enduring beauty found in both mathematical and physical realms.

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