Chris Bernhardt

Former professor of mathematics at Fairfair University. Author of multiple books including "Beautiful Math", "Turing's Vision", and "Quantum Computing for Everyone".

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Jul 14, 2025 • 49min

Chris Bernhardt, "Beautiful Math: The Surprisingly Simple Ideas behind the Digital Revolution in How We Live, Work, and Communicate" (MIT Press, 2024)

In this engaging discussion, Chris Bernhardt, a former mathematics professor and author of 'Beautiful Math,' delves into the fundamental math behind the digital age. He simplifies concepts like information theory, explaining how digital communications thrive on principles of redundancy and compression. Bernhardt uncovers the intricacies of error correction and encryption, while also illuminating the journey from analog to digital formats. His insights into Boolean logic and machine learning invite listeners to appreciate the math that underpins modern technology.

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