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

Lex Fridman Podcast

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The Childlike Curiosity in Creativity

This chapter explores the importance of maintaining a childlike sense of wonder and fearlessness in creativity and scientific exploration. It discusses the challenges faced by mathematicians in academia and the societal pressures that can stifle spontaneity and genuine thought. The conversation also touches on the interplay between innate knowledge and learned behavior in children, emphasizing the richness of their experiences shaped by evolution.

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