Abstract: Critical theories approach understanding from a sociopolitical viewpoint. One such theory is Queer Theory, which when used to analyze mathematics is called “Mathematical Inqueery,” introduced by Kai Rands (ze/hir). Mathematical Inqueery uses queer theory as a non-normative way of understanding math concepts and leaning into concepts that “shouldn’t be true but nevertheless are.” In this talk I will introduce Queer Theory and discuss how viewing historic mathematical developments through this lens can help us reach new breakthroughs in mathematics.