In this episode of Breaking Math, hosts dive into the intersection of math and language with guest Ben Orlin, author of Math for English Majors and Math with Bad Drawings. They explore the distinct skill sets required for math and creativity, how math education is organized, and ways to make math more accessible to diverse audiences. Ben emphasizes the importance of quantification and how mathematical thinking empowers individuals across various fields, including literature and the arts.

The conversation also highlights the role of women in math history, discussing the impact of Einstein’s wife on his work. Ben shares his writing process, the challenges of making math accessible, and how math can deepen one’s appreciation for literature by offering new ways to understand the world. Tune in to discover how math and creativity intersect and how both fields can enrich one another.

Keywords: math, language, skill sets, math education, accessibility, quantification, power of math, women in math, Einstein's wife, math, literature, book, writing, perspective, abstraction, relationships

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