Infinity: Does It Exist? - A Debate on Mathematical Philosophy

Engage in a thought-provoking debate on the existence of infinity in mathematics and philosophy. Watch as Professor James Franklin and Associate Professor Norman Wildberger from the School of Mathematics and Statistics at UNSW discuss this contentious issue. Explore different perspectives on infinite sets, their role in analysis, and the implications for computer-based mathematics. Delve into various philosophical approaches to mathematics and how they inform the concept of infinity. Learn about James Franklin's new book on Aristotelian Realist Philosophy of Mathematics. Gain insights into the challenges of reconciling infinity with finite computational methods and the foundations of mathematical thinking.

Infinity: does it exist?? A debate with James Franklin and N J Wildberger