Mathematical Objects

Mathematical Objects: Fingers with Ben Orlin

Mathematical Objects

Show Notes

A conversation about mathematics inspired by some fingers. Presented by Katie Steckles and Peter Rowlett, with special guest Ben Orlin. Ben’s new book is Math Games with Bad Drawings.

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