Mathematics
Topic
Mathematics is a field of knowledge concerned with abstract concepts such as numbers, geometric shapes, sets, functions, and probabilities. It uses logical reasoning and proof to study and establish their properties, often expressed as theorems, formulas, and equations. Mathematics is widely used to model and solve problems in science, engineering, technology, economics, and everyday life.
2 episodes featuring Mathematics
Dwarkesh Podcast
Physicist Adam Brown breaks down general relativity and the geometry of gravity
Understanding general relativity from scratch demystifies the universe's most elegant theory and frames how future AI might discover new physics.
Jul 10, 2026 · 1h 38m
Dwarkesh Podcast
AI progress forces mathematicians to shift from proof to conceptualization
As AI systems begin solving complex mathematical benchmarks, humanity must redefine what it means to do mathematics and how future generations should learn.
Jun 30, 2026 · 1h 34m