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aboutlogic

aboutlogic

By: Deniz Sarikaya Thorsten Altenkirch
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 We are a new bi-weekly podcast where logic, mathematics, philosophy, and computer science meet. 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, frustrations, and surprises. Mathematics Philosophy Science Social Sciences
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  • aboutlogic #09 | Andrej Bauer – 5 Stages of Accepting Intuitionistic Math & Proofs by Contradiction

    aboutlogic #09 | Andrej Bauer – 5 Stages of Accepting Intuitionistic Math & Proofs by Contradiction
    Apr 8 2026
    aboutlogic #09 | In this episode, we talk with Andrej Bauer about the five stages of accepting intuitionistic mathematics and the challenges surrounding proofs by contradiction. Join the Discussion: Have questions or thoughts to share? Drop a comment below and engage in a discussion with fellow viewers and experts.
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    49 mins
  • aboutlogic #08 | Deborah Kant – Talking with Set Theorists: Insights in Mathematical Philosophy

    aboutlogic #08 | Deborah Kant – Talking with Set Theorists: Insights in Mathematical Philosophy
    Mar 25 2026
    aboutlogic #08 | In this episode, Deborah Kant presents findings from her interview study with set theorists, exploring the relationship between philosophy and empirical methods in mathematics. Join the Discussion: Have questions or thoughts to share? Drop a comment below and engage in a discussion with fellow viewers and experts.
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    47 mins
  • aboutlogic #07 | Alexander Steen – Interactive Theorem Provers, Legal Reasoning, Non-Standard Logics

    aboutlogic #07 | Alexander Steen – Interactive Theorem Provers, Legal Reasoning, Non-Standard Logics
    Mar 11 2026
    aboutlogic #07 | We’re joined by Alexander Steen, who works on logics to be used in legal contexts. In this episode, we talk about the relationship between ethics and law, how good old-fashioned artificial intelligence can help legal practitioners, and how to use theorem proving practices for this. Join the Discussion: Have questions or thoughts to share? Drop a comment below and engage in a discussion with fellow viewers and experts.
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    49 mins
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