Who is this celebrity mathematician?

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Discussion Overview

The thread explores the identity of a celebrity mathematician referred to as "DD." Participants speculate on who this might be, discussing various interpretations and humorous takes on the initials.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Debate/contested, Conceptual clarification

Main Points Raised

  • Some participants suggest "DD" could refer to David Deutsch, a well-known quantum physicist.
  • Others humorously propose alternative interpretations, such as "Donald Duck" or "due diligence."
  • One participant mentions a personal connection to the name, claiming to be "Danny Danger," and jokes about the lack of mathematical ability.
  • There are playful exchanges about seeing David Deutsch in person versus in a parallel universe.
  • Another participant expresses uncertainty about the character of "DD," suggesting kindness.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on the identity of "DD," with multiple competing interpretations and humorous suggestions remaining throughout the discussion.

Contextual Notes

Some interpretations rely on personal anecdotes or humor, which may not contribute to a clear identification of "DD." The discussion includes playful banter that may obscure serious inquiries.

kaotak
So I'm curious... :o Who is this celebrity mathematician I have seen referred to as DD?
 
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Donald Duck?

Ooops... sorry. Forgot that this isn't the Disney thread.

Zz.
 
Evo's boyfriend?
 
My dream man, always to be just a dream.

DD is probably the famous quantum physicist David Deutsch.
 
What! David Deutsch? He's— famous! I saw him talk and I saw his book! I thought Evo's "dream man" was just "some quantum physicist"

(Haha, how pathetic "I saw him once!")
 
Mk said:
What! David Deutsch? He's— famous! I saw him talk and I saw his book! I thought Evo's "dream man" was just "some quantum physicist"

(Haha, how pathetic "I saw him once!")
Don't rub it in.
 
Evo said:
Don't rub it in.
Uh! ok? You didn't see him once did you?
 
Mk said:
Uh! ok? You didn't see him once did you?
Not in person.
 
Evo said:
Not in person.

You did see him in a parallel universe.
 
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Hmmm... am I going to have to launch a lawsuit? Around here, DD is me... Danny Danger. Given that I have no math ability, though, I suppose that there's no possibility of us being mistaken for each other.
 
  • #11
Danger said:
Hmmm... am I going to have to launch a lawsuit? Around here, DD is me... Danny Danger. Given that I have no math ability, though, I suppose that there's no possibility of us being mistaken for each other.

You can't spell Danger without Danny... Oh wait, that's not right...
 
  • #13
i thought it was "dear daughter?"
 
  • #14
What has happened to make kaotak's account get disabled?
 
  • #15
I think DD's kind, but I'm not sure..
 

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