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Listening to an episode of Ideas on CBC radio. The topic is Euclidian geometry. It is completely fascinating. We need a national broadcaster. Where else can you find radio like this? @cbcradio #cdnpoli
It is not dry or boring. Not like maths classes people may remember. It is about history and meaning and how this geometry has affected the world we live in today. It is thought-provoking and important.
Ideas is a wonderful program. If you want to broaden your mind, I highly recommend listening. Not all subjects may be of immediate interest to you. But just listen. You will learn, you will think, you will gave your understanding of the world changed, expanded.
I encourage everyone to tune in in real time, or find the podcast, and just listen. You will find insights you never imagined. And they cover a very wide range of subjects, from science, politics, religion, to art, pop culture, and social movements. It's an incredible series.
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