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Mathematics
Homotopy Type Theory
Logic
Computer Science
Category Theory
Set Theory
Philosophy
Constructive Mathematics
Philosophy Of Mathematics
Epistemic Injustice
Philosophy Of Mathematical Practice
Intuitionistic Logic
Applied Mathematics
Frames
Interactive Theorem Provers
Type Theory
Dialecticism
AI In Mathematics
Paraconsistent Logic
Colin Jakob Rittberg

aboutlogic is a podcast on logic, foundations of mathematics, philosophy, and theoretical computer science. aboutlogic features in-depth conversations with people working in and around the foundations of these subjects. We talk about topics ranging from the foundations of computer science and set theory to critical thinking, puzzles, and what academic life is really like—its motivations, frustrati... more

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Homotopy Type Theory, Narya & the Future of Proof Assistants

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What Is a Set? A Beginner’s Guide to Set Theory

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The Hidden History of Logic: Jan von Plato on Gödel, Gentzen & Bernays

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Dependent Type Theory: A Revolution in Math & Computer Science

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Recent Guests

Jan von Plato
Logician and historian of logic, expert on Gödel, Gentzen, and Bernays
Independent scholar / Logic historian
Episode: aboutlogic #18 | The Hidden History of Logic: Jan von Plato on Gödel, Gentzen & Bernays
José Pérez Escobar
Professor at UNED, Wittgensteinian philosopher and neuroscientist
Universidad Nacional de Educación a Distancia (UNED)
Episode: aboutlogic #17 | José Pérez Escobar – Wittgenstein, Turing & the Philosophy of Applied Mathematics
Bernhard Schröder
Researcher at University of Duisburg-Essen, expert on the language of mathematics and frames
University of Duisburg-Essen
Episode: aboutlogic #16 | Schröder & Fisseni – The Language of Mathematics: Frames, Narratives & AI
Bernhard Fisseni
Researcher at University of Duisburg-Essen, co-guest focusing on language, logic, and narratology in mathematics
University of Duisburg-Essen
Episode: aboutlogic #16 | Schröder & Fisseni – The Language of Mathematics: Frames, Narratives & AI
Emily Riehl
Professor of Mathematics at Johns Hopkins University
Johns Hopkins University
Episode: aboutlogic #15 | Emily Riehl – Higher Category Theory, Homotopy & AI in Math
Dana Scott
Philosophy of set theory and computability; visiting scholar and prize-winning contributor
Dana Scott (guest)
Episode: aboutlogic: premises #01 | Is Math a Story? A Constructivist Perspective and Captain Ahab's Dilemma
Joel Hamkins
Professor at University of Notre Dame; expert in set theory and multiverse view
University of Notre Dame
Episode: aboutlogic #13 | Joel David Hamkins – Set Theory, Pluralism & the Multiverse View
Urs Schreiber
Senior scientist, known for work at the intersection of quantum physics and higher mathematics
New York University Abu Dhabi
Episode: aboutlogic #12 | Urs Schreiber – Quantum (Physics, Computing), Topos & Homotopy Theory
Kevin Buzzard
Mathematician known for Lean and related to program verification in mathematics
Imperial College London
Episode: aboutlogic #11 | Season 1 Recap: Feedback, Highlights & Season 2 Preview

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Deniz
Co-host focusing on logic, foundations, and education.
Thorsten
Host with a focus on mathematics, logic, and foundational discussions.
Dennis
Co-host contributing to technical explanations and pedagogy.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 16 ratings
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    Hope there was more similar podcast

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    lily glayre 10 ans
    Switzerland3 months ago

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#14 aboutlogic | Dana Scott – Lambda Calculus, Forcing & the Foundations of Math
Q: What is the relationship between the lambda calculus and higher types, and how did you come to view an infinite type as central to its model?
The move to infinite types provided a unified framework where continuous functionals on that type are determined by their behavior on finite types, so you don't need to go to ever-higher types because the infinite type encapsulates the necessary structure.
aboutlogic: premises #02 | Hilbert’s Hotel & Cantor’s Infinity: The Story of Set Theory
Q: So, Dennis, as a philosopher, can you tell me a bit more about the history of Set Theory?
Dennis explains that Set Theory emerged with a tension between intuitive notions of sets and the push to formalize mathematics, highlighting Frege's foundational problems, the Russell paradox, and the eventual shift to axiomatic systems like ZFC as a flexible framework for formal mathematics.
aboutlogic: premises #01 | Is Math a Story? A Constructivist Perspective and Captain Ahab's Dilemma
Q: Does Captain Ahab have a blue shirt, and how is that resolved philosophically?
The question lacks a Boolean truth value in the story; whether the shirt is blue or red cannot be determined within the narrative, illustrating how some propositions are contextually dependent.
aboutlogic #07 | Alexander Steen – Interactive Theorem Provers, Legal Reasoning, Non-Standard Logics
Q: What is your favorite proof system, and have you compared it to others like Lean or Coq?
The guest prefers Isabelle for its combination of tactics and structured proof, and mentions Leo as an integrated automated prover within Isabel, while acknowledging other systems (Lean, Coq, etc.) have their own strengths for different applications.
aboutlogic #02 | Deniz Sarikaya – Philosophy of Math, Sociology, Set Theory & Universe vs Multiverse
Q: What's the impact of AI on mathematics and mathematical research?
I'm cautious about AI's impact as I value understanding each step in proofs rather than relying solely on tools.

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Thinkers and researchers from mathematics, philosophy, and theoretical computer science gather to unpack foundations, logic, and the structure of mathematical knowledge. Conversations routinely toggle between historical developments (set theory, type theory, category theory) and modern practice (proof systems, AI-assisted reasoning, formal verification), with guests ranging from leading logicians to category theorists and philosophers of mathematics. The show often threads through how mathematical truth is practiced, how foundational ideas influence computation and science, and how communities shape what counts as rigorous evidence. A notable strength is the blend of deep technical exploration with accessible storytelling and practical impl... more

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