Recursion
TopicHeard in 1 episode across 1 show since Aug 2026
Recursion occurs when the definition of a concept or process depends on a simpler or previous version of itself. It is widely used across various disciplines, most notably in mathematics and computer science, where a function is defined and applied within its own definition. This approach allows complex problems to be solved by breaking them down into smaller, more manageable instances of the same problem.
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Some languages lack the recursion Chomsky claimed all languages possess.
“So when I came along and said, they don't have it, and now I know there are other languages that don't have it, this was like saying, you're wrong.”
Open the episode · #2547 - Daniel EverettListen at 35:30
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