Showing posts with label thought. Show all posts
Showing posts with label thought. Show all posts

Sunday, August 16, 2026

Syntax as a Window into the Human Mind (for non-linguists)

Abstract: In the following list, I outline the picture that I have developed in over forty years of studying natural language syntax, the mental system that allows us to combine words and phrases into larger phrases. This presentation is meant to be completely accessible to an interested non-linguist.

Wednesday, May 27, 2026

Conversations with Noam Chomsky (2021-2022)

Here are two lengthy conversations that I had with Noam Chomsky on the topics of language, thought and formal semantics. I was very honored to have been able to have these conversations with Noam, who has been a guiding light for me throughout my career.

A Conversation with Noam Chomsky about Formal Semantics (June 25, 2021)

A Conversation with Noam Chomsky about Language and Thought (March 27, 2022)