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4 Extra Debut. Mathematician Dr Hannah Fry uncovers the hidden algorithms behind almost every aspect of our modern lives: power. From 2018.

Society has slowly handed over significant control to computers, but how much should we rely on them over our own instincts?

Mathematician Hannah Fry uncovers the hidden algorithms which can be found behind almost every aspect of our modern lives.

She lifts the lid on their inner workings, demonstrating their power and exposing their limitations.

Written and read by Hannah Fry.

Abridged in five parts by Robin Brooks

Producer: Eilidh McCreadie

First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in September 2018.

14 minutes

Credits

RoleContributor
ReaderHannah Fry
AuthorHannah Fry
AbridgerRobin Brooks
ProducerEilidh McCreadie

Broadcasts

  • Mon 10 Sep 201809:45
  • Tue 11 Sep 201800:30
  • Mon 15 May 202307:00
  • Mon 15 May 202312:00
  • Mon 15 May 202317:00
  • Tue 16 May 202302:00