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New Books in Mathematics

Marshall Poe
Mathematics
Calculus
Literary Mathematics
Compass and Straight Edge
Women Mathematicians
Fibonacci Numbers
History Of Mathematics
Cultures Of Prediction
Mathematical Tools
AI
Weather Forecasting
Ballistics
Iterative Numerical Culture
Exploratory Iterative Culture
Philosophy Of Science
Mathematical Impossibility
Euclidean Geometry
Historical Events In Mathematics
Artificial Intelligence
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Drew M. Dalton
Professor of English focusing on normative questions in metaphysics and ethics
Indiana University (English department); Northwestern University Press, not today
Episode: Drew M. Dalton, "The Matter of Evil: From Speculative Realism to Ethical Pessimism" (Northwestern UP, 2024)
Guillermo Badia
A philosopher working in logic with interests in logic and computer science, semi-ring-based logics and models of computation, and modal intuitionistic and other non-classical logics.
Philosopher, University/Academic Affiliation discussed in episode
Episode: Counter-Revolutionary Puzzles with Guillermo Badia
Raffaele Danna
Author, The Craft of Indo-Arabic Numerals
Harvard University Press
Episode: Raffaele Danna, "The Craft of Indo-Arabic Numerals: How Practical Arithmetic Shaped Commerce and Mathematics in Western Europe, 1200–1600" (Harvard UP, 2026)
Antonio Padilla
A leading theoretical physicist and cosmologist at the University of Nottingham
University of Nottingham
Episode: Antonio Padilla, "Fantastic Numbers and Where to Find Them: A Cosmic Quest from Zero to Infinity" (FSG,2022)
Giuseppe Longo
Research Director Emeritus at the National Center for Scientific Research in France
National Center for Scientific Research
Episode: Giuseppe Longo and Adam Nocek, "The Organism Is a Theory: Giuseppe Longo on Biology, Mathematics, and AI" (U Minnesota Press, 2026)
Adam Nocek
Associate Professor of the Philosophy of Technology and Science and Technology Studies at Arizona State University
Arizona State University
Episode: Giuseppe Longo and Adam Nocek, "The Organism Is a Theory: Giuseppe Longo on Biology, Mathematics, and AI" (U Minnesota Press, 2026)
James Franklin
Emeritus professor of mathematics and statistics at the University of New South Wales
University of New South Wales
Episode: Jeremiah Joven Joaquin and James Franklin eds., "The Necessities Underlying Reality: Connecting Philosophy of Mathematics, Ethics and Probability" (Bloomsbury, 2025)
Andrew Jaffe
Cosmologist, director of the Imperial Center for Inference and Cosmology
Imperial College London
Episode: Andrew H. Jaffe, "The Random Universe: How Models and Probability Help Us Make Sense of the Cosmos" (Yale UP, 2025)
David Bressoud
DeWitt Wallace Professor of Mathematics, Macalester College; former president of the Mathematical Association of America
Macalester College
Episode: David Bressoud, "Calculus Reordered: A History of the Big Ideas" (Princeton UP, 2019)

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Gregory McNiff
Host of New Books in Mathematics, New Books Network

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 60 ratings
  • I think I'm becoming a maths nerd!

    Thanks to these podcasts, I've read some great books and I'm excited about maths for the first time in my life (age 43). I'm learning, I'm playing and I'm having fun with maths. I never thought that would happen! I really enjoy the host Jim Stein. My only complaint is that I want more new maths books podcasts. Read more Jim!

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    Nonicksleftforme
    Australia7 years ago
  • Great conversations!

    You don’t have to be a mathematician to enjoy these interviews on life, the universe and everything in between.

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    5
    Davvott
    Australia8 years ago
  • Great interviews with mathematicians

    These are fascinating. Just finished listening to an interview with Ian Stewart. My only quibble/ suggestion would be for the interviewer to get a headset or microphone. Interviewees' audio is fine, interviewer's could be better.

    Apple Podcasts
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    mr2048
    United States9 years ago

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Counter-Revolutionary Puzzles with Guillermo Badia
Q: Could you tell us a bit about the work that you do, and are you after truth in your work?
Badia explains that his work focuses on applications of logic in computer science, particularly database theory, and asserts that the pursuit of truth in mathematics and logic guides his research, while also acknowledging the creative and iterative nature of proving and retractions in formal systems.
Antonio Padilla, "Fantastic Numbers and Where to Find Them: A Cosmic Quest from Zero to Infinity" (FSG,2022)
Q: How likely are we to find a theory of everything and is string theory our best approach?
Yes, string theory is viewed as the best candidate for a theory of everything, despite its imperfections and challenges in experimental validation.
Antonio Padilla, "Fantastic Numbers and Where to Find Them: A Cosmic Quest from Zero to Infinity" (FSG,2022)
Q: What is the holographic principle and why is it so important?
The holographic principle suggests that our universe is lower-dimensional and that black holes demonstrate this, leading to profound implications for gravitational physics.
Antonio Padilla, "Fantastic Numbers and Where to Find Them: A Cosmic Quest from Zero to Infinity" (FSG,2022)
Q: Can you explain the concept of spontaneous symmetry breaking?
Spontaneous symmetry breaking is essential for the existence of mass in fundamental particles, depending on the Higgs field's position in its field space.
Antonio Padilla, "Fantastic Numbers and Where to Find Them: A Cosmic Quest from Zero to Infinity" (FSG,2022)
Q: Why did you write Fantastic Numbers and who is the target audience?
Padilla wrote the book inspired by a fundraising drive for a sick friend, aiming to share interesting intersections between math and physics with anyone who has a love for these subjects.

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What is New Books in Mathematics about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A thoughtful program focusing on mathematics, physics, and the philosophy of science, with frequent explorations of how mathematical ideas illuminate real-world phenomena. Conversations typically feature book authors and researchers discussing their latest works, spanning topics from cosmology and AI to the history of mathematics and the culture of knowledge production. The format tends to blend accessible storytelling with deep-dive explanations, making advanced ideas approachable for listeners ranging from students to professionals in science and academia. Noteworthy is the emphasis on interdisciplinary angles—connecting math to physics, ethics, education, and technology—often anchored by personal anecdotes and historical context that bri... more

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