

#125 - Nick Spizzirri - Reverse Engineering Math w/ Stochastic Differental Equations
Dec 8, 2024
In this engaging discussion, Nick Spizzirri, a math professor at NYU with a knack for crypto, shares his fascinating journey from music to mathematics. He highlights the pivotal role of partial differential equations in various fields, exploring their implications in physics and finance. The conversation also dives into the philosophical interplay between continuity and discreteness in the universe, and how self-learning fuels mathematical curiosity. Spizzirri emphasizes the creative aspects of problem-solving, revealing how relaxation enhances clarity and idea generation.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
From Music to Mathematics: A Journey of Transformation
02:11 • 11min
Continuity vs. Discreteness in the Universe
13:02 • 13min
Exploring Partial Differential Equations
26:26 • 10min
Navigating Information Theory and Market Behavior
36:25 • 16min
The Journey of Self-Learning in Mathematics
52:23 • 14min
Finding Clarity Through Everyday Moments
01:06:20 • 2min
Exploring Dreams and Sound
01:07:54 • 5min