The Allusionist is a podcast focusing on language, and this episode, Num8er5, is all about, well, numbers. You can listen to it in the player below, or read more information (including a link to its page at the Allusionist) underneath that.
The episode compares the development and use of numbers as expressed verbally with numeral systems for writing them down. It provides an interesting thread through aspects of history that are relevant to both language and mathematics, and touches upon number use across different societies, cultures and civilisations throughout history. Click the link below to listen to the episode on The Allusionist's website, where there is further information and links to related resources including other episodes.
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