Mathematical Objects

Mathematical Objects: Low bridge sign with Adam Townsend

Mathematical Objects

Show Notes

A conversation about mathematics inspired by a low bridge sign. Presented by Katie Steckles and Peter Rowlett, with special guest Adam Townsend. The plot discussed around 11 minutes and various other photos are available on Adam’s Height Hunt website (spoilers for the episode’s twists and turns!).

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