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The Conjunctions That Built a New Field
A philosopher, linguist, and computer scientist refuses to acknowledge disciplinary borders, even as institutions insist on them. What happens when your life's work doesn't fit the map?
The Conjunctions That Built a New Field
This episode explores the career of Richmond Hunt Thomason, a scholar who consistently challenged the boundaries between academic disciplines. It asks what happens when an individual's work transcends established categories, forcing institutions to adapt.
Person: Richmond Hunt Thomason
Born: 1939
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Education: Wesleyan University, Yale University…
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