John von Neumann was one of the world's greatest mathematicians. He came along at a time when so many new ideas were being forged. His natural talent for mathematics may go part of the way to explaining why he could range across these different fields.
Ananyo Bhattacharya is the author of The Man from the Future: The Visionary Life of John von Neumann, a brilliant biography of one of the most prolific and influential scientists to have ever lived. He joins the show to discuss von Neumann’s contributions to quantum physics, game theory, the Manhattan Project, and much more! Important Links: