In this episode, we explore The Man Who Knew Infinity by Robert Kanigel, the fascinating biography of mathematical genius Srinivasa Ramanujan. Born in poverty in India, Ramanujan’s extraordinary intuition and groundbreaking work in number theory revolutionized mathematics, despite having no formal training. We’ll delve into his journey from self-taught prodigy to collaborating with Cambridge professor G.H. Hardy, and the personal struggles he faced along the way. This story of brilliance, passion, and the meeting of Eastern and Western minds will inspire anyone curious about the untapped potential of human intellect.