About this episode
Piers discusses the concept of infinity with Dr Ian Storey, exploring its implications in mathematics and science fiction.
Piers chats with maths PHD and university lecturer Dr Ian Storey about the mind-bending concept of infinity. Some infinities are smaller than others. Some are minute, like the infinite density of a black hole, while the universe seems to be endless and enormous. We consider the role of science fiction in pushing the boundaries of science and can't help ourselves from applauding 'Project Hail Mary' and the Artemis mission to the moon.
People in this episode
Host: Piers Cunningham
Guest: Dr Ian Storey
Topics covered
- infinity
- mathematics
- science fiction
- black holes
- space exploration
Keywords
- infinity
- mathematics
- black holes
- science fiction
- Project Hail Mary
- Artemis mission
Mentioned in this episode
Books & works: Project Hail Mary
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