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Math! Science! History!REPOST: Pascal's Higher Power Episode Overview In this special re-release, we revisit the life and mind of Blaise Pascal, a mathematician, physicist, inventor, philosopher, and theologian who left a lasting impact on multiple disciplines. From his early genius in geometry to his pioneering work in probability theory, Pascal was a thinker who never stopped exploring the boundaries between logic and faith. In this episode, Gabrielle Birchak explores how Pascal’s scientific brilliance intersected with his spiritual journey, shedding light on the man who helped shape modern science, mathematics, and religious philosophy. Whether you're hearing this episode for the first ti...2025-06-2411 min
Math! Science! History!FLASHCARDS FRIDAY! Charles Darwin: The Lost BoyIn this Flashcard Fridays episode of Math! Science! History! Gabrielle Birchak takes listeners on a journey aboard the HMS Beagle with a young, seasick Charles Darwin. This wasn’t just a travel story, it was a five-year working holiday that would ultimately change the course of science. Through field observations, curiosity, and a bit of chaos, Darwin unknowingly gathered the seeds of his future theory of evolution. From the Galápagos Islands to fossil beds in South America, Gabrielle uncovers how a break from academia became one of the most pivotal moments in scientific history. Perfect for summ...2025-06-2008 min
Math! Science! History!FLASHCARDS FRIDAYS! Ancient Vacations Episode Overview: Did people in antiquity ever go on vacation? The short answer is yes—and the long answer is a fascinating journey through Roman villas, Greek festivals, Byzantine retreats, Tang dynasty poetry, and sacred pilgrimages. In this Flashcard Friday episode, Gabrielle Birchak uncovers how the privileged, the pious, and the poetic found ways to take breaks, explore new places, and seek leisure across 1,400 years of ancient history. From Pliny the Younger’s coastal villa to early travel writing in Baghdad, we’ll explore how the idea of “getting away” is as old as civilization itself. Three Thin...2025-06-1307 minMath! Science! History!FLASHCARDS FRIDAYS! Ancient Vacations Episode Overview: Did people in antiquity ever go on vacation? The short answer is yes—and the long answer is a fascinating journey through Roman villas, Greek festivals, Byzantine retreats, Tang dynasty poetry, and sacred pilgrimages. In this Flashcard Friday episode, Gabrielle Birchak uncovers how the privileged, the pious, and the poetic found ways to take breaks, explore new places, and seek leisure across 1,400 years of ancient history. From Pliny the Younger’s coastal villa to early travel writing in Baghdad, we’ll explore how the idea of “getting away” is as old as civilization itself. Three Thin...2025-06-1307 min
Math! Science! History!FLASHCARDS: Math in Your Head: Metric Conversions Without the Math Ever find yourself squinting at a metric label, trying to figure out how much a liter is in cups—or how heavy your suitcase is in pounds? In this episode of Math! Science! History!, host Gabrielle Birchak shares fast, intuitive tricks to help you convert metric units, without numbers, calculators, or charts. Through rhythm, storytelling, and everyday comparisons, you’ll learn how to feel conversions in your head, whether you’re driving, walking, or cooking. From chocolate bars and milk jugs to cat weights and yoga mats, we’re turning complex conversions into simple, memorable cues. This episode...2025-05-3008 minMath! Science! History!FLASHCARDS: Math in Your Head: Metric Conversions Without the Math Ever find yourself squinting at a metric label, trying to figure out how much a liter is in cups—or how heavy your suitcase is in pounds? In this episode of Math! Science! History!, host Gabrielle Birchak shares fast, intuitive tricks to help you convert metric units, without numbers, calculators, or charts. Through rhythm, storytelling, and everyday comparisons, you’ll learn how to feel conversions in your head, whether you’re driving, walking, or cooking. From chocolate bars and milk jugs to cat weights and yoga mats, we’re turning complex conversions into simple, memorable cues. This episode...2025-05-3008 min
Math! Science! History!FLASHCARDS: The Alan Turing Story: Cracking Codes, Facing Injustice Episode Overview: In this episode of Math, Science, History, host Gabrielle Birchak explores the extraordinary life and legacy of Alan Turing, the brilliant mathematician, codebreaker, and father of artificial intelligence. From cracking the German Enigma code in World War II to laying the theoretical foundations for modern computing, Turing’s story is one of genius, perseverance, and tragic injustice. This episode examines not only his scientific contributions but also the deeply personal journey of a man whose work continues to shape our world. 3 Things You'll Learn in This Episode:- How Alan Turing’s theoretical "Turin...2025-05-2309 minMath! Science! History!FLASHCARDS: The Alan Turing Story: Cracking Codes, Facing Injustice Episode Overview: In this episode of Math, Science, History, host Gabrielle Birchak explores the extraordinary life and legacy of Alan Turing, the brilliant mathematician, codebreaker, and father of artificial intelligence. From cracking the German Enigma code in World War II to laying the theoretical foundations for modern computing, Turing’s story is one of genius, perseverance, and tragic injustice. This episode examines not only his scientific contributions but also the deeply personal journey of a man whose work continues to shape our world. 3 Things You'll Learn in This Episode:- How Alan Turing’s theoretical "Turin...2025-05-2309 min
Math! Science! History!Daniel Shiu on The Mathematical Legacy of Bletchley Park In this episode of Math, Science, History, host Gabrielle Birchak sits down with Daniel Shiu to discuss his recent article in Cryptologia, “The Influence of Bletchley Park on UK Mathematics.” What began as a top-secret wartime codebreaking operation became a powerful incubator for intellectual exchange and mathematical innovation. Dr. Shiu unpacks how the intense collaboration and problem-solving culture at Bletchley Park spilled over into British academic institutions, shaping research directions, creating new career paths, and forging a generation of mathematical minds. Together, we explore: How cryptographic work at Bletchley Park sparked post-war mathematical advan...2025-05-2045 minMath! Science! History!Daniel Shiu on The Mathematical Legacy of Bletchley Park In this episode of Math, Science, History, host Gabrielle Birchak sits down with Daniel Shiu to discuss his recent article in Cryptologia, “The Influence of Bletchley Park on UK Mathematics.” What began as a top-secret wartime codebreaking operation became a powerful incubator for intellectual exchange and mathematical innovation. Dr. Shiu unpacks how the intense collaboration and problem-solving culture at Bletchley Park spilled over into British academic institutions, shaping research directions, creating new career paths, and forging a generation of mathematical minds. Together, we explore: How cryptographic work at Bletchley Park sparked post-war mathematical advan...2025-05-2045 min
Math! Science! History!Einstein's Equal: The Genius of Mileva Marić Episode Overview In this episode of Math, Science, History, host Gabrielle dives deep into the extraordinary—yet often overlooked—life and legacy of Mileva Marić, Albert Einstein’s first wife and intellectual companion. Far more than a footnote in Einstein’s story, Mileva was a brilliant physicist and mathematician in her own right. Together, the couple studied, collaborated, and may have laid the foundation for some of the most revolutionary scientific breakthroughs of the 20th century. Gabrielle uncovers newly re-examined letters, analyzes quotes from Einstein’s professors and contemporaries, and presents biographical findings that shed light on Ma...2025-05-1330 minMath! Science! History!Einstein's Equal: The Genius of Mileva Marić Episode Overview In this episode of Math, Science, History, host Gabrielle dives deep into the extraordinary—yet often overlooked—life and legacy of Mileva Marić, Albert Einstein’s first wife and intellectual companion. Far more than a footnote in Einstein’s story, Mileva was a brilliant physicist and mathematician in her own right. Together, the couple studied, collaborated, and may have laid the foundation for some of the most revolutionary scientific breakthroughs of the 20th century. Gabrielle uncovers newly re-examined letters, analyzes quotes from Einstein’s professors and contemporaries, and presents biographical findings that shed light on Ma...2025-05-1330 min
Math! Science! History!Jacoba van den Brande: Pioneer of Women’s Education Episode Overview: In this Flashcard Friday episode of Math! Science! History! host Gabrielle Birchak shines a light on the incredible story of Jacoba van den Brande, a seventeenth-century Dutch visionary who dared to imagine a world where women could be educated in mathematics, philosophy, and the sciences. Long before women had access to formal education, Jacoba not only excelled in math herself but also proposed the radical idea of an all-female academy. Join us as we explore her life, her bold vision, and how her ideas still echo through the halls of academia today. Three Things You’ll Le...2025-05-0907 minMath! Science! History!Jacoba van den Brande: Pioneer of Women’s Education Episode Overview: In this Flashcard Friday episode of Math! Science! History! host Gabrielle Birchak shines a light on the incredible story of Jacoba van den Brande, a seventeenth-century Dutch visionary who dared to imagine a world where women could be educated in mathematics, philosophy, and the sciences. Long before women had access to formal education, Jacoba not only excelled in math herself but also proposed the radical idea of an all-female academy. Join us as we explore her life, her bold vision, and how her ideas still echo through the halls of academia today. Three Things You’ll Le...2025-05-0907 min
Math! Science! History!FLASHCARDS: Math, Logic, and Paradoxes ExplainedEpisode Overview In this episode of Math, Science, History, host Gabrielle Birchak unpacks the deep connection between math and logic. From the foundations of reasoning to Euclid’s cookie-themed proof of infinite primes and the mind-bending Russell's Paradox, you’ll explore how logic shapes the very core of mathematics. Whether you're a math lover, teacher, or curious thinker, this episode will challenge the way you see numbers and arguments. What You’ll Learn: - Why logic is the foundation of all mathematical proof and reasoning. - The clever logic behind Euclid’s timele...2025-05-0207 minMath! Science! History!FLASHCARDS: Math, Logic, and Paradoxes ExplainedEpisode Overview In this episode of Math, Science, History, host Gabrielle Birchak unpacks the deep connection between math and logic. From the foundations of reasoning to Euclid’s cookie-themed proof of infinite primes and the mind-bending Russell's Paradox, you’ll explore how logic shapes the very core of mathematics. Whether you're a math lover, teacher, or curious thinker, this episode will challenge the way you see numbers and arguments. What You’ll Learn: - Why logic is the foundation of all mathematical proof and reasoning. - The clever logic behind Euclid’s timele...2025-05-0207 min
Math! Science! History!FLASHCARDS: Quick Easy Earth Day tips 🎙️ Episode Overview: In this Earth Day special of Math Science History, host Gabrielle explores global solutions to climate change that are both practical and inspiring. From wind-powered Denmark to composting in India, this episode offers easy-to-adopt, science-backed tips from around the world that prove you don’t need a big budget to make a big impact. With insights drawn from behavior science, environmental math, and everyday habits, Gabrielle breaks down how small local actions — like using LED lights, planting pollinator gardens, or reducing food waste — can have exponential global effects. Whether you're in a high-rise apartment o...2025-04-2507 minMath! Science! History!FLASHCARDS: Quick Easy Earth Day tips 🎙️ Episode Overview: In this Earth Day special of Math Science History, host Gabrielle explores global solutions to climate change that are both practical and inspiring. From wind-powered Denmark to composting in India, this episode offers easy-to-adopt, science-backed tips from around the world that prove you don’t need a big budget to make a big impact. With insights drawn from behavior science, environmental math, and everyday habits, Gabrielle breaks down how small local actions — like using LED lights, planting pollinator gardens, or reducing food waste — can have exponential global effects. Whether you're in a high-rise apartment o...2025-04-2507 min
Math! Science! History!FLASHCARDS: Agnodice and the Fight for Women in Medicine FLASHCARDS: Agnodice and the Fight for Women in Medicine Episode Overview: In this powerful episode of Math, Science, History, we journey back to ancient Athens to uncover the legendary story of Agnodice, a woman who risked everything to practice medicine in a world where women weren’t even allowed to learn it. Disguised as a man, trained by one of the greatest physicians of the time, and beloved by her patients, Agnodike became a symbol of resistance and compassion. But was she a real person, or a myth meant to inspire change? Gabrielle Birc...2025-03-2806 minMath! Science! History!FLASHCARDS: Agnodice and the Fight for Women in Medicine FLASHCARDS: Agnodice and the Fight for Women in Medicine Episode Overview: In this powerful episode of Math, Science, History, we journey back to ancient Athens to uncover the legendary story of Agnodice, a woman who risked everything to practice medicine in a world where women weren’t even allowed to learn it. Disguised as a man, trained by one of the greatest physicians of the time, and beloved by her patients, Agnodike became a symbol of resistance and compassion. But was she a real person, or a myth meant to inspire change? Gabrielle Birc...2025-03-2806 min
Math! Science! History!FLASHCARDS: The Rule of 72 Explained: How Fast Will Your Money Grow? 🔎 Episode Overview In this Flashcard Friday episode of Math! Science! History!, we’re diving into a simple yet powerful math trick: The Rule of 72. Have you ever wondered how long it takes for your investment to double? Or how quickly inflation can cut your purchasing power in half? The Rule of 72 offers a quick mental shortcut to estimate these changes without needing a calculator. Join host Gabrielle Birchak as she breaks down the math behind this rule, explains why it works, and explores real-world applications in investing, savings, and inflation. Learn how small percentage changes can s...2025-02-2805 minMath! Science! History!FLASHCARDS: The Rule of 72 Explained: How Fast Will Your Money Grow? 🔎 Episode Overview In this Flashcard Friday episode of Math! Science! History!, we’re diving into a simple yet powerful math trick: The Rule of 72. Have you ever wondered how long it takes for your investment to double? Or how quickly inflation can cut your purchasing power in half? The Rule of 72 offers a quick mental shortcut to estimate these changes without needing a calculator. Join host Gabrielle Birchak as she breaks down the math behind this rule, explains why it works, and explores real-world applications in investing, savings, and inflation. Learn how small percentage changes can s...2025-02-2805 min
Math! Science! History!Math, Civil Rights, and the Legacy of Bob MosesIn this episode of Math! Science! History! we explore the life and legacy of Bob Moses, a pioneering activist and math educator. Discover how Moses used mathematics as a tool for social justice, empowering underserved communities with the freedom to learn and create change. We will delve into his work with the algebra project, his impact on civil rights, and how his unique approach to teaching math has influenced generations. Tune in for a deeper look at the role of education in shaping history. If you are interested in reading more about Bob Moses, as well as...2025-02-2518 minMath! Science! History!Math, Civil Rights, and the Legacy of Bob MosesIn this episode of Math! Science! History! we explore the life and legacy of Bob Moses, a pioneering activist and math educator. Discover how Moses used mathematics as a tool for social justice, empowering underserved communities with the freedom to learn and create change. We will delve into his work with the algebra project, his impact on civil rights, and how his unique approach to teaching math has influenced generations. Tune in for a deeper look at the role of education in shaping history. If you are interested in reading more about Bob Moses, as well as...2025-02-2518 min
Math! Science! History!Was it for the math? Or the money?In my last podcast, I note that in 1494 Fra Luca Pacioli published his book the Summa. In the conclusion of his book, Pacioli posited an impossible problem! This roused curiosity and diabolical activity! To read the podcast's transcripts, visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com. To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h Until next time, carpe diem! Gabrielle All music by Lloyd Rodgers - No Copyright - No rights reserve2022-05-1215 minMath! Science! History!Was it for the math? Or the money?In my last podcast, I note that in 1494 Fra Luca Pacioli published his book the Summa. In the conclusion of his book, Pacioli posited an impossible problem! This roused curiosity and diabolical activity! To read the podcast's transcripts, visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com. To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h Until next time, carpe diem! Gabrielle All music by Lloyd Rodgers - No Copyright - No rights reserve2022-05-1215 minMath! Science! History!This Accountant is Fire!Taxes and magic. Yes, the two go together in this story about Fra Luca Pacioli, who wrote one of the first textbooks on accounting - and magic! To read the podcast's transcripts, visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com. For more info on Lock Paper Scissors, please visit https://www.LockPaperScissors.co To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h Until next time, carpe diem! Gabrielle All music by Lloyd Rodgers is in the Public Domain and has no copyright an...2022-05-1214 minMath! Science! History!This Accountant is Fire!Taxes and magic. Yes, the two go together in this story about Fra Luca Pacioli, who wrote one of the first textbooks on accounting - and magic! To read the podcast's transcripts, visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com. For more info on Lock Paper Scissors, please visit https://www.LockPaperScissors.co To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h Until next time, carpe diem! Gabrielle All music by Lloyd Rodgers is in the Public Domain and has no copyright an...2022-05-1214 min
Math! Science! History!REPOST: Chaos Theory's Flap of a Butterfly's WingsFifty years ago Dr. Edward Lorenz coined the term the Butterfly Effect and validated Poincaré's findings on Chaos Theory. To read the podcast's transcripts, visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com. If you would like to hear an early-release, ad-free version of this podcast, come on over to www.Patreon.com/MathScienceHistory and sign up for a tier! Until next time, carpe diem! Gabrielle All music by Lloyd Rodgers is in the Public Domain and has no copyright and no rights reserved 2022-05-1211 minMath! Science! History!REPOST: Chaos Theory's Flap of a Butterfly's WingsFifty years ago Dr. Edward Lorenz coined the term the Butterfly Effect and validated Poincaré's findings on Chaos Theory. To read the podcast's transcripts, visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com. If you would like to hear an early-release, ad-free version of this podcast, come on over to www.Patreon.com/MathScienceHistory and sign up for a tier! Until next time, carpe diem! Gabrielle All music by Lloyd Rodgers is in the Public Domain and has no copyright and no rights reserved 2022-05-1211 min
Math! Science! History!When Women GatherIn eighteenth-century Europe, there was an increase in women entering the field of science, more so than in the seventeenth century. What inspired this incredible movement for women in STEM? To read the podcast's transcripts, visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com. If you would like to support my podcast, please visit my website, click on that coffee button, and buy me a cup of coffee! To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h Until next time, carpe diem! Gabrielle ...2022-05-1218 minMath! Science! History!When Women GatherIn eighteenth-century Europe, there was an increase in women entering the field of science, more so than in the seventeenth century. What inspired this incredible movement for women in STEM? To read the podcast's transcripts, visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com. If you would like to support my podcast, please visit my website, click on that coffee button, and buy me a cup of coffee! To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h Until next time, carpe diem! Gabrielle ...2022-05-1218 min
Math! Science! History!It Didn't Belong to PythagorasI have mentioned before that the Pythagorean Theorem was not Pythagoras's discovery. This podcast looks at the tangible proof of the theorem, and where it might have come from! To read the podcast's transcripts, visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com. To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h For Math! Science! History! merch, visit https://www.mathsciencehistory.store/ Until next time, carpe diem! Gabrielle All music by Lloyd Rodgers - No Copyright - No rights reserved 2022-05-1215 minMath! Science! History!It Didn't Belong to PythagorasI have mentioned before that the Pythagorean Theorem was not Pythagoras's discovery. This podcast looks at the tangible proof of the theorem, and where it might have come from! To read the podcast's transcripts, visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com. To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h For Math! Science! History! merch, visit https://www.mathsciencehistory.store/ Until next time, carpe diem! Gabrielle All music by Lloyd Rodgers - No Copyright - No rights reserved 2022-05-1215 minMath! Science! History!Galileo and the Inquisition Part 2When we last left off, Saint Thomas Aquinas was determined to join the Dominican order. However, it didn’t go well with the family, and his mother was not happy. What follows are the details of his effect on the Galileo Affair. To read the podcast's transcripts, visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com. To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h Until next time, carpe diem! Gabrielle All music by Lloyd Rodgers - No Copyright - No righ...2022-05-1212 minMath! Science! History!Galileo and the Inquisition Part 2When we last left off, Saint Thomas Aquinas was determined to join the Dominican order. However, it didn’t go well with the family, and his mother was not happy. What follows are the details of his effect on the Galileo Affair. To read the podcast's transcripts, visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com. To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h Until next time, carpe diem! Gabrielle All music by Lloyd Rodgers - No Copyright - No righ...2022-05-1212 minMath! Science! History!Aristotle, St. Aquinas, and the Galileo Affair?The Greek philosopher Aristotle was born in 384 BCE. The Italian philosopher St. Thomas Aquinas was born in 1225. Galileo Galilei was born on February 15, 1564. Between the three of them, there is a story that spans almost 2000 years. That story is known as the Galileo Affair. To read the podcast's transcripts, visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com. To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h For Math! Science! History! merch, visit https://www.mathsciencehistory.store/ Until next time, carpe diem! Gabrielle2022-05-1215 minMath! Science! History!Aristotle, St. Aquinas, and the Galileo Affair?The Greek philosopher Aristotle was born in 384 BCE. The Italian philosopher St. Thomas Aquinas was born in 1225. Galileo Galilei was born on February 15, 1564. Between the three of them, there is a story that spans almost 2000 years. That story is known as the Galileo Affair. To read the podcast's transcripts, visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com. To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h For Math! Science! History! merch, visit https://www.mathsciencehistory.store/ Until next time, carpe diem! Gabrielle2022-05-1215 minMath! Science! History!Can Math be Patented?Is mathematics invented or discovered? And if it is invented, can it be patented? Has it ever been patented? To read about the history of patents, visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com. To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h For Math! Science! History! merch, visit https://www.mathsciencehistory.store/ Until next time, carpe diem! Gabrielle All music by Lloyd Rodgers - No Copyright - No rights reserved2022-05-1217 minMath! Science! History!Can Math be Patented?Is mathematics invented or discovered? And if it is invented, can it be patented? Has it ever been patented? To read about the history of patents, visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com. To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h For Math! Science! History! merch, visit https://www.mathsciencehistory.store/ Until next time, carpe diem! Gabrielle All music by Lloyd Rodgers - No Copyright - No rights reserved2022-05-1217 minMath! Science! History!Sofya KovalevskayaGender disparity is still evident in STEM. But, how hard was it in the 19th century? Sofya Kovalevskaya's efforts to become a full professor show just how hard it was. To read about Kovalevskaya, visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com. To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h Until next time, carpe diem! Gabrielle All music by Lloyd Rodgers - No Copyright - No rights reserved2022-05-1216 minMath! Science! History!Sofya KovalevskayaGender disparity is still evident in STEM. But, how hard was it in the 19th century? Sofya Kovalevskaya's efforts to become a full professor show just how hard it was. To read about Kovalevskaya, visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com. To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h Until next time, carpe diem! Gabrielle All music by Lloyd Rodgers - No Copyright - No rights reserved2022-05-1216 minMath! Science! History!Pseu-Pseu-Pseudio PseudomathematicsMany of us have heard about pseudoscience, which is a system of theories that are wrongly considered to be scientific. But have you ever heard of pseudomathematics? How about mathematical crankery? If you want to read more about pseudomathematics, visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com. To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h Until next time, carpe diem! Gabrielle All music by Lloyd Rodgers - No Copyright - No rights reserved2022-05-0614 minMath! Science! History!Pseu-Pseu-Pseudio PseudomathematicsMany of us have heard about pseudoscience, which is a system of theories that are wrongly considered to be scientific. But have you ever heard of pseudomathematics? How about mathematical crankery? If you want to read more about pseudomathematics, visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com. To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h Until next time, carpe diem! Gabrielle All music by Lloyd Rodgers - No Copyright - No rights reserved2022-05-0614 min
Math! Science! History!REPOST: Math! Science! History! IntroductionMath is part of our genetic makeup, and history proves it to be true! From 30,000 years ago to today, math has guided us, inspired us, and fueled our scientific progress. For more information on the ancient Mesopotamian clay tablet, you can see them up close on Dr. Bill Casselman's website at http://www.math.ubc.ca/~cass/Euclid/ybc/ybc.html. You can also read more about the tablet at Mathematical Association of America at https://www.maa.org/press/periodicals/convergence/the-best-known-old-babylonian-tablet To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co...2021-12-2311 minMath! Science! History!It's the 2021 Holiday Puzzle!It's that time of year! It's time for my Annual Holiday Puzzle! And it's my THIRD Annual Puzzle! (I can't believe the podcast is going on three years!) This year I am upping the ante! If you can solve the puzzles, and be the first person to email me the correct answers to Gabrielle@MathScienceHistory.com, you will win a $40 Amazon gift card and a dye-cut Math! Science! History! sticker! To see a written version, the transcripts are at https://www.MathScienceHistory.com To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, v...2021-12-1515 minMath! Science! History!It's the 2021 Holiday Puzzle!It's that time of year! It's time for my Annual Holiday Puzzle! And it's my THIRD Annual Puzzle! (I can't believe the podcast is going on three years!) This year I am upping the ante! If you can solve the puzzles, and be the first person to email me the correct answers to Gabrielle@MathScienceHistory.com, you will win a $40 Amazon gift card and a dye-cut Math! Science! History! sticker! To see a written version, the transcripts are at https://www.MathScienceHistory.com To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, v...2021-12-1515 minMath! Science! History!Zeno's ParadoxesHave you ever been in a moment in your life where you wished something would change, but it doesn't? Time passes by and nothing changes. In physics and mathematics, this is known as the Quantum Zeno Effect. If you want to read more about this effect, visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com. To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h Until next time, carpe diem! Gabrielle All music by Lloyd Rodgers - No Copyright - No rights reserved2021-11-2415 minMath! Science! History!It's a decimal, not a period.The history of the decimal is fairly new! Before the decimal, mathematicians just listed either values or fractions. And the best part about the decimal is that it's nothing like a period. If you want to read more about the history of math and science, please visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com. And while you're there, feel free to buy me a cup of coffee to support the podcast and the blog! To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h Until next time, c...2021-03-3011 minMath! Science! History!Plato and ArchytasAgree to disagree. This was the foundation of two ancient philosophers and friends, Archytas and Plato. Plato was a philosophical mathematician, and Archytas was a mechanical engineer. But, the friendship was strong enough to save Plato's life. If you want to read more about the history of math and science, please visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com. And while you're there, feel free to buy me a cup of coffee to support the podcast and the blog! To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h...2021-03-1115 minMath! Science! History!The CrumplersThis is my special tribute to Black History Month, to love, to African-American men and women, and to all of those who have worked tirelessly on the front lines fighting COVID. This story has remained hidden for over a century. It is one of the most awe-inspiring, heart-moving stories that I have researched in quite a while. For more Math, Science and History, please visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com - and while you're there, help fund the podcast by clicking on the coffee button and donating to the podcast! To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of...2021-02-2419 minMath! Science! History!International Day of Women and Girls In ScienceOn February 11 the United Nations honors the International Day of Women and Girls in Science. Science and gender equality are essential for the development of science. This day is a reminder to us all that women deserve to be part of the world of science. For more history of about math and science, please come visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com. And while you're there, feel free to buy me a cup of coffee to support the podcast and the blog! To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d...2021-02-0914 minMath! Science! History!Eponymy and the Sexagesimal SpiralEven though there is a Multiplication Map attributed to Tesla, I've taken liberties to call it Birchak's Sumerian Sexagesimal Spiral, because of eponymy. If none of this makes sense, it will once you listen to my latest podcast on eponymy. For more pictures and descriptions of the sexagesimal spiral, along with other stories about the history of math and science, please come visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com. And while you're there, feel free to buy me a cup of coffee to support the podcast and the blog! To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of...2021-01-2613 minMath! Science! History!Eponymy and the Sexagesimal SpiralEven though there is a Multiplication Map attributed to Tesla, I've taken liberties to call it Birchak's Sumerian Sexagesimal Spiral, because of eponymy. If none of this makes sense, it will once you listen to my latest podcast on eponymy. For more pictures and descriptions of the sexagesimal spiral, along with other stories about the history of math and science, please come visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com. And while you're there, feel free to buy me a cup of coffee to support the podcast and the blog! To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of...2021-01-2613 minMath! Science! History!REPOST: Episode 15 Hypatia of AlexandriaThis is a reposted podcast about Hypatia. The story of Hypatia of Alexandria is almost 2,000 years old. She was one of our earliest female mathematicians, astronomers, philosophers, and professors. But above all of that, she was loved by Alexandria! So why was she murdered?! The answer is in the podcast! If you are interested in reading more about the history of math and science, please visit me on my blog at www.MathScienceHistory.com ! Thank you for listening! Until next week, carpe diem! Gabrielle All Music by Lloyd Rodgers - Public Domain - http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Ll...2021-01-1214 minMath! Science! History!Nikola TeslaIf there is one word to describe Nikola Tesla, it would be brilliant! His inventions, ideas, and patents changed the world. One of his greatest inventions, the AC power motor, enabled us with the ability to power our homes with electricity. For more pictures and descriptions of Tesla's AC motor, along with other stories about the history of math and science, please come visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com. And while you're there, feel free to buy me a cup of coffee to support the podcast and the blog! To buy my book Hypatia: The S...2020-12-0812 minMath! Science! History!Misconceptions in MathNo, Napoleon Bonaparte was not short. This historical misconception is often cited as fact. In math there are many misconceptions like boys are smarter at math than girls. But, that is not true! The details are all in the podcast! For more information about some of these celebrities, including their works in science, please visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com. And while you're there, feel free to buy me a cup of coffee to support the podcast and the blog! To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g...2020-11-2517 minMath! Science! History!The Brains Behind the TalentSome celebrities are tremendous actors and musicians, and some actors and musicians are also tremendous scientists and mathematicians. Who are these brainiacs?! You might be surprised! For more information about some of these celebrities, including their works in science, please visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com. And while you're there, feel free to buy me a cup of coffee to support the podcast and the blog! To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h Until next time, carpe diem! Gabrielle 2020-11-1113 minMath! Science! History!The Power of PlayThe toys of the industrial revolution have contributed a great deal to science. This is no accident. Sometimes our greatest moments of discovery happen when our minds are curious and at play. If you want to read more about the history of math and science, please visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com. And while you're there, feel free to buy me a cup of coffee to support the podcast and the blog! Until next time, carpe diem! Gabrielle All music is public domain. Little Prince by Lloyd Rodgers. www.LloydRodgers.com. 2020-10-2713 min
Math! Science! History!Full Steam AheadToday, some of our fastest electric hypercars produce almost 2,000 horsepower. But what does horsepower mean? And what do sports cars have to do with the industrial revolution? It's all in the podcast Math! Science! History! If you want to read more about the history of math and science, please visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com. And while you're there, feel free to buy me a cup of coffee to support the podcast and the blog! To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h ...2020-10-1313 minMath! Science! History!Pascal's Higher PowerPascal's triangle is a triangular pattern of binomial coefficients. If that makes no sense, in real life, you can use Pascal's triangle to figure out combinations of things, like pizza! The incredible story of Blaise Pascal is all in the podcast! If you want to read more about Pascal's triangle as well as the history of math and science, please visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com. And while you're there, feel free to buy me a cup of coffee to support the podcast and the blog! To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on...2020-09-2610 minMath! Science! History!Imaginary NumbersImaginary boyfriends are nice. But imaginary numbers are better! Where did they come from? And who decided to name them imaginary? The answers are all in the podcast! If you want to read more about the history of math and science, visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com. And while you're there, feel free to buy me a cup of coffee to support the podcast and the blog! To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h Until next time, carpe diem! Gabrielle2020-08-2012 minMath! Science! History!InfinityAlbert Einstein once said, “Two things are infinite: the universe and human stupidity; and I'm notsure about the universe.” This leads me to wonder many things: One, will we ever evolve intointelligent beings? Two, is the universe really infinite? And three, what is infinity? Visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com ! And while you're there, please feel free to buy me a cup of coffee! To purchase Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life, visit https://a.co/d/eU41Uun Thank you for listening! Until next week, carpe diem! Gabrielle 2020-08-0615 min
Math! Science! History!Quantum Computers and BrahmaguptaJust recently the National Science Foundation awarded UC Berkeley $25 million to create a multi-university institute to create quantum computers. This will take math to a whole new level, much like Brahmagupta did in 628 CE! If you want to see more details about Brahmagupta's math, as well as other posts about the history of math and science, Visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com ! And while you're there, please feel freeto buy me a cup of coffee! To purchase Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life, visit https://a.co/d/eU41Uun Thank yo...2020-07-2312 min
Math! Science! History!The Power of StatisticsStatistics are awesome! If you know the data, stats can get you out of any argument. The history of statistics goes back over 5,000 years. And get this, one of the most prominent statisticians was not an academic mathematician. And all the details are in the podcast! If you are interested in learning more about the history of math and science, please visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com ! And while you're there, please feel free to buy me a cup of coffee, because every cup of coffee keeps my podcast up and running! To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of...2020-07-1516 minMath! Science! History!BeerThe history of beer goes way back to Mesopotamia in 6000 BCE, when it was fermented in clay pots. Since then the evolution of beer has provided us a delicious brew that hits the spot! If you are interested in hearing more about the future of cryptography, please visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com ! And while you're there, please feel free to buy me a cup of coffee, because every cup of coffee keeps my podcast up and running! Until next week, Carpe Diem!! Gabrielle All music is public domain. Little Prince by Lloyd Rodgers. www.LloydRodgers.com. 2020-07-0113 minMath! Science! History!Percy Julian Despite his multiple honorary doctorates and being named Chicagoan of the Year, Chemist Dr. Percy Julian found himself up a tree with a shotgun, defending his family and his house. How and why did such a prominent individual have to resort to such measures to protect all that he worked for? The details are all in the podcast! Visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com ! And while you're there, please feel free to buy me a cup of coffee! To purchase Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life, visit https://a.co/d/eU41Uun Thank you for li...2020-06-1813 minMath! Science! History!Thomas Fuller Thomas Fuller. He was born in 1710 in Africa. He was known as the Virginia calculator. Benjamin Rush wanted to see slavery abolished. He believed that Fuller was the perfect individual to make his case. The details are all in the podcast! Visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com ! And while you're there, please feel free to buy me a cup of coffee! To purchase Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life, visit https://a.co/d/eU41Uun Thank you for listening! Until next week, carpe diem! Gabrielle Music is public domain. Little Prin...2020-06-0513 minMath! Science! History!Cryptography Cryptic History Cryptography has evolved in such a distinctive way that we can now use it for cryptocurrency, authentication, privacy, and to deter recent advancements in quantum code-breaking. The details are all in the podcast! Visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com ! And while you're there, please feel free to buy me a cup of coffee! To purchase Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life, visit https://a.co/d/eU41Uun Thank you for listening! Until next week, carpe diem! Gabrielle Music is public domain. Little Prince by Lloyd Rodgers. www.LloydRodgers.com 2020-05-1711 minMath! Science! History!Halley's Comet There was that time on May 6, 1910, when a red ball of light approached our Earth’s sky as King Edward the seventh suffered a series of heart attacks and died. However, in that same month, as the ball grew brighter and approached closer to our planet, on May 19, 1910, Oliver Wendell Holmes and his wife Fanny went to a Naval Observatory on Massachusetts Avenue to observe this ball of light. They ended up partying until 2:00 A.M., and then…. The details are all in the podcast! Visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com ! And while you're there, please feel free to...2020-05-0409 min
Math! Science! History!Shave and a HaircutHow does one get a haircut during a pandemic? It's almost as puzzling as Georg Cantor's Barber Puzzle! If you are interested in reading more about the set theory behind the Barber Puzzle, please visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com ! And while you're there, please feel free to buy me a cup of coffee, because every cup of coffee keeps my podcast up and running! To purchase Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life, visit https://a.co/d/eU41Uun Until next week, Carpe Diem!! Gabrielle All music is public domain. Littl...2020-04-2606 minMath! Science! History!Happy Earth Day What do one brilliant woman, one Democratic Senator and one Republican Congressman have to do with the very first Earth Day? The details are all in the podcast! Visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com ! And while you're there, please feel free to buy me a cup of coffee! To purchase Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life, visit https://a.co/d/eU41Uun Thank you for listening! Until next week, carpe diem! Gabrielle Music is public domain. Little Prince by Lloyd Rodgers. www.LloydRodgers.com 2020-04-2113 minMath! Science! History!The History of Microscopes On April 13, 1625, Galileo’s friend Giovanni Faber, wrote a letter to Prince Federico Angelo Cesi about this fascinating tool that could magnify small items. He referred to it as the “microscope” that is derived from the Greek words micron, which means small, and skopein, which means to look at. The details are all in the podcast! Visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com ! And while you're there, please feel free to buy me a cup of coffee! To purchase Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life, visit https://a.co/d/eU41Uun Thank you for listening! Until next...2020-04-1316 minMath! Science! History!Charles Drew and his Blood Mobiles Even after Dr. Charles Drew’s passing, his name lived on. His home was designated as a National Historic Landmark. The United States Postal Service honored him, schools have been named after him, and a United States Navy ship has been named after him. Also, in 2002, he was listed as one of the 100 greatest African Americans. The details are all in the podcast! Visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com ! And while you're there, please feel free to buy me a cup of coffee! To purchase Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life, visit https://a.co/d/eU41Uun 2020-04-0512 min
Math! Science! History!REPOST: Chaos Theory What is most mathematically wonderful about Chaos Theory is the reminder that we can find ordered structures in the chaos that surrounds us. These structures are actually the mathematical tools that we use to find order. If you are interested in reading more about the history of math and science, please visit my website, https://www.mathsciencehistory.com - and while you are there, please feel free to click on that coffee button and buy me a cup of coffee! Until next time, carpe diem! Gabrielle Music is public domain. Little Prince by Ll...2020-03-3011 minMath! Science! History!Emmy NoetherEmmy Noether was born on March 23, 1882. In her lifetime, she changed the landscape of algebra and physics. Einstein referred to her as a significant creative mathematical genius! Her mathematics and the story of her life are astounding! If you are interested in learning more about Noether's Theorem, I have videos on my Website at www.MathScienceHistory.com ! So please, visit me! And while you're there, please feel free to buy me a cup of coffee! To purchase Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life, visit https://a.co/d/eU41Uun Thank you for listening! Until ne...2020-03-2213 minMath! Science! History!Scientist: Have You Heard About the Word?In 1834 the scientist William Whewell proposed a term that would combine the activities of physicists, chemists, philosophers, philologists, and mathematicians. That word was Scientist! But, there was push back and entertaining infighting in Britain about the absurdity of the word and it's all in the podcast! If you are interested in reading more about the word scientist, I have links on my Website at www.MathScienceHistory.com ! So please, visit me! And while you're there, please feel free to buy me a cup of coffee! To purchase Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life, visit https://a.co/d...2020-03-1014 minMath! Science! History!2020 is Leap YearThis year, February 28 is not the last day of the month! Happy Leap Year! If you aren't familiar with the origins of Leap Year, have I got a story for you!! I also explain how Leap Year is organized! If you are interested in reading stories about the history of math and science, please feel free to visit me at my blog at www.MathScienceHistory.com ! To purchase Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life, visit https://a.co/d/eU41Uun Thank you so much for listening! Until next week, carpe diem! Gabrielle Birc...2020-02-2714 minMath! Science! History!2020 is Leap YearThis year, February 28 is not the last day of the month! Happy Leap Year! If you aren't familiar with the origins of Leap Year, have I got a story for you!! I also explain how Leap Year is organized! If you are interested in reading stories about the history of math and science, please feel free to visit me at my blog at www.MathScienceHistory.com ! To purchase Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life, visit https://a.co/d/eU41Uun Thank you so much for listening! Until next week, carpe diem! Gabrielle Birc...2020-02-2714 minMath! Science! History!Angie Turner KingIt's Black History Month! Dr. Angie Turner King left a huge legacy in the world of black academia in STEM. She didn't just forge a path, she built a highway for African Americans in STEM. Her legacy includes Katherine Johnson and Jasper Brown, just to name a couple. She was voted as a favorite professor and she helped to change the landscape of academic diversity. If you are interested in reading more about the history of math and science, please visit me on my blog at www.MathScienceHistory.com ! To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her...2020-02-1609 minMath! Science! History!Shirley Ann JacksonIt's Black History Month! This week, I talk about Dr. Shirley Ann Jackson. She is America's first black, female physicist to earn her doctorate. This month I am honoring the black, noble goddesses in STEM who inspire, motivate, and forge paths for those who have been marginalized. Each week I talk about one of my favorite sheroes who succeeded despite our structural racism and antiquated gender bias. If you are interested in reading more about the history of math and science, please visit me on my blog at www.MathScienceHistory.com ! To buy my book Hypati...2020-02-0910 minMath! Science! History!Roger Arliner YoungIt's Black History Month! This week, I introduce Dr. Roger Arliner Young. She was America's first black, female zoologist to get her doctorate. This month I'll be honoring the black, noble goddesses in STEM who inspire, motivate, and forge paths for those who have been marginalized. Each week I'll talk about one of my favorite sheroes who succeeded despite our structural racism and antiquated gender bias. If you are interested in reading more about the history of math and science, please visit me on my blog at www.MathScienceHistory.com ! To buy my book Hypatia: The S...2020-02-0315 minMath! Science! History!Science, Literature, and LogicJanuary 27 marks the 188th anniversary of Lewis Carrol's birthday. Many people know him as the author of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland. Many don't know that he was also a mathematician, who wove logic into his story. If you are interested in seeing diagrams and an explanation of the logic that he used in the Mad Hatter Tea Party dialogue, or are interested in reading literature by scientists and mathematicians, www.MathScienceHistory.com ! To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h Thank you for li...2020-01-2611 minMath! Science! History!Physics of the Flip Flap RollercoasterIn the 19th century, rollercoasters were new and exciting. Sometimes too exciting. Like, a 12 G-force, break your neck exciting! How was this even possible in 1895?! If you are interested in reading more about the physics and math of these early rollercoasters, or are interested in learning more about the history of math and science, please visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com ! To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h Thank you for listening! Until next week, carpe diem! Gabrielle M...2020-01-1909 minMath! Science! History!Hypatia of AlexandriaThe story about Hypatia of Alexandria is almost 2,000 years old. She was one of our earliest female mathematicians, astronomers, philosophers, and professors. But above all of that, she was loved by Alexandria! So why was she murdered?! The answer is in the podcast! If you are interested in reading more about the history of math and science, please visit me on my blog at www.MathScienceHistory.com ! To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h Thank you for listening! Until next week, carpe diem...2020-01-1113 minMath! Science! History!The Roaring 20sThe 2020s are upon us!! One hundred years ago, the 1920s produced a wealth of technology and discoveries! But, did you know that the other 20s since the first century brought us some amazing math, science, and technology?! If you are interested in reading more about the history of math and science, please visit me on my blog at www.MathScienceHistory.com ! To purchase Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life, visit https://a.co/d/eU41Uun Thank you for listening! Until next week, carpe diem! Gabrielle Music is public domain. Li...2019-12-3116 minMath! Science! History!Eccentric Scientists Holiday Party On!The holidays are upon us! What better way to celebrate than sharing a fun logic puzzle about five weird scientists and their holiday celebration. For the sake of the puzzle, let us just assume that these scientists are neighbors, and all exist in the same era. They include William Buckland, Tycho Brahe, Ilya Ivanovich Ivanov, Stubbins Ffirth, and Pythagoras. I will post my answers next week on my blog at MathScienceHistory.com - Play along!! To purchase Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life, visit https://a.co/d/eU41Uun Carpe diem! Gabrielle2019-12-1710 minMath! Science! History!Admiral Grace HopperAdmiral Grace Murray Hopper was born on December 9, 1906, in New York, New York. The story of her brilliance and her life is inspiring. She exemplified perseverance. From college to the Navy to her work with compilers, she never gave up! I have a video on my Website of her interview on 60 Minutes, which is one of my favorites. www.MathScienceHistory.com To purchase Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life, visit https://a.co/d/eU41Uun Thank you for listening! Until next week, Carpe Diem! Gabrielle Music is public domain. Little Pr...2019-12-0808 minMath! Science! History!Reading Ancient Herculaneum ScrollsWhen Mount Vesuvius erupted in 79 CE, it destroyed yet preserved the ancient world of Herculaneum, along with the Villa de Papyri. In 1752, excavators discovered almost 1,800 scrolls, that today we are finally able to "unwrap" and read thanks to Artificial Intelligence. You can find more video, images, and more details about these ancient papyri at my Website www.MathScienceHistory.com Thanks for listening! - Gabrielle Birchak Music is public domain. Little Prince by Lloyd Rodgers. www.LloydRodgers.com 2019-12-0214 minMath! Science! History!Reading Ancient Herculaneum ScrollsWhen Mount Vesuvius erupted in 79 CE, it destroyed yet preserved the ancient world of Herculaneum, along with the Villa de Papyri. In 1752, excavators discovered almost 1,800 scrolls, that today we are finally able to "unwrap" and read thanks to Artificial Intelligence. You can find more video, images, and more details about these ancient papyri at my Website www.MathScienceHistory.com Thanks for listening! - Gabrielle Birchak Music is public domain. Little Prince by Lloyd Rodgers. www.LloydRodgers.com 2019-12-0214 minMath! Science! History!Euclid's ElementsEuclid's Elements is considered one of the most foundational bodies of work in the field of mathematics. Written around 300 BCE (over 2,000 YEARS AGO!), it was a textbook that provided students the opportunity to learn most of the theories and propositions written at that time. However, even though it was groundbreaking, there was already a history of math that preceded this book, as you will find out. If you are interested in learning more about the history of math and science, please feel free to visit me at my website, www.mathsciencehistory.com! To purchase Hypatia: The Sum o...2019-11-1911 minMath! Science! History!Nigel Tufnel and Doubling the CubeHappy 11-11! t's Nigel Tufnel Day! If you've seen Spinal Tap, you know that D-minor is the saddest of all keys. You also know that Nigel didn't know the difference between inches and feet, much like the ancient Delians didn't know the difference between length and volume. The Delian Problem, also known as Doubling the Cube, provides a problem that is impossible to solve. This fun problem is definitely worth tackling and learning more about! If you want to learn more about the Delian Problem, please visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com where I provide links to a more t...2019-11-1108 minMath! Science! History!Nigel Tufnel and Doubling the CubeHappy 11-11! t's Nigel Tufnel Day! If you've seen Spinal Tap, you know that D-minor is the saddest of all keys. You also know that Nigel didn't know the difference between inches and feet, much like the ancient Delians didn't know the difference between length and volume. The Delian Problem, also known as Doubling the Cube, provides a problem that is impossible to solve. This fun problem is definitely worth tackling and learning more about! If you want to learn more about the Delian Problem, please visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com where I provide links to a more t...2019-11-1108 minMath! Science! History!The AstrolabeIf you think that you need a telescope to enjoy our gorgeous November night skies, think again! In 300 BCE Hipparchus invented the astrolabe. It was an all-purpose handy tool used to find the constellations in the night sky, as well as to measure rivers and buildings. If you are interested in learning more about the astrolabe, please come visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com. I'll have links to resources that can even assist you in building your own astrolabe! To purchase Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life, visit https://a.co/d/eU41Uun Carpe di...2019-11-0407 minMath! Science! History!The Birth of the InternetOn October 29, 1969 two letters were sent from UCLA to Stanford, and Lo! The Internet was Born! From there, the information freeway evolved into a speedway, and now, here we are! Downloading podcasts, watching movies, watching cat videos! If you are interested in reading about its history and seeing photos of 3420 Boelter Hall, where it all began, come visit me at www.mathsciencehistory.com ! To purchase Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life visit Amazon at https://a.co/d/eU41Uun Thanks for listening! Carpe diem! Gabrielle Music is public domain. Little Princ...2019-10-2913 minMath! Science! History!Let's keep this discreteI have a secret about my celebrity crush. But we must be discrete about it! If you are interested in learning more about discrete math and my favorite Die Hard puzzle, please feel free to visit me at www.mathsciencehistory.com and read more about it (there are visuals too). To purchase Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life visit https://a.co/d/eU41Uun Also, while you are at my Website, please feel free to click on the coffee link and buy me a cup of coffee! Until next week, carpe diem!...2019-10-2210 minMath! Science! History!The Matilda EffectIn 1870 Matilda Joslyn Gage published her tract "Woman as Inventor." This pamphlet listed many women in science who went unnoticed while their male counterparts received accolades. Even this year, not one woman received a Nobel in science or medicine. This podcast names the many women who deserved scientific accolades for their contributions to science. And, it lists several things we can do to fix the Matilda Effect! If you would like to read more about the Matilda Effect and several tremendous women in science, you can read more at https://www.mathsciencehistory.com To buy the book Hy...2019-10-1513 minMath! Science! History!Laura Bassi the STEM trailblazerLaura Maria Caterina Bassi received her Ph.D. at 21 years of age. She was the first woman to earn a professorship in physics at a university. As a trailblazer for women in STEM, she was one of the first women in science to accomplish so much! Her story is truly memorable. If you are interested in reading more about the history of math and science, please visit my website, https://www.mathsciencehistory.com - and while you are there, please feel free to click on that coffee button and buy me a cup of coffee! Until next time, carpe di...2019-10-0813 minMath! Science! History!Archimedes and his PiPi is a wonderful, magical number. Pi is a mathematical constant that has over a trillion digits. But, in 250 BCE, it was only accurate to two digits. Around 250 BCE Archimedes wrote his treatise Dimension of the Circle, which is a brief body of work that describes the measurements of a circle, including his approximation of the value of pi. After that, the number went on and on and on..... If you are interested in visuals and reading more about the evolution of the digits of pi, please visit my Web site at https://www.mathsciencehistory.com Until next time, carpe die...2019-10-0111 minMath! Science! History!John Dalton: The Beginning of Atomic ResearchJohn Dalton helped to usher in atomic research. Our current subatomic research has evolved from his very beginnings when he began to identify his elemental theories in chemical reactions in his first five elements. These five simple notations opened up a whole world of elemental calculations for future generations to discover. If you are interested in reading more about his work and theories, you can visit my blog at https://www.mathsciencehistory.com Thanks for listening! Carpe diem! - Gabrielle Music is public domain. Little Prince by Lloyd Rodgers. www.LloydRodgers.com 2019-09-2412 min