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How did a bold Enlightenment vision become the universal language of science and technology? In this episode of Math! Science! History!, Gabrielle takes you on a journey through the revolutionary origins, global adoption, and modern significance of the metric system. Discover how a chaotic world of local measurements gave way to an elegant, decimal-based system designed to unify not just France—but the entire planet. From the daring expedition of Delambre and Méchain to today's atomic-clock-calibrated definitions, this story reveals how the metric system continues to shape spaceflight, AI, and even cryptocurrency.
3 Things You Will Learn
Why the French Revolution called for a measurement system “for all people, for all time.”
How the metric system evolved from platinum prototypes to quantum-based constants.
Why the metric system is essential in today’s world, from Mars missions to microchips.
Resources & References
BIPM – International System of Units (SI)
NIST – Redefinition of the Kilogram
Alder, Ken. The Measure of All Things
Quinn, Terry. From Artefacts to Atoms
O’Connor, Anahad. “Why the U.S. Doesn't Use the Metric System” – The New York Times
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How did a bold Enlightenment vision become the universal language of science and technology? In this episode of Math! Science! History!, Gabrielle takes you on a journey through the revolutionary origins, global adoption, and modern significance of the metric system. Discover how a chaotic world of local measurements gave way to an elegant, decimal-based system designed to unify not just France—but the entire planet. From the daring expedition of Delambre and Méchain to today's atomic-clock-calibrated definitions, this story reveals how the metric system continues to shape spaceflight, AI, and even cryptocurrency.
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Why the French Revolution called for a measurement system “for all people, for all time.”
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1 REPOST: Quantum Computing & Brahmagupta: From Zero to Qubits 12:27
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThis episode bridges the ancient and the cutting-edge, tracing the legacy of 7th-century mathematician Brahmagupta, who formalized the concept of zero, to today’s quantum computing revolution. We explore how his foundational work in numerical systems underpins binary logic and, ultimately, the qubits powering modern quantum processors like Microsoft’s Majorana 1 and Google’s Willow. From historical insight to the promise of quantum-driven solutions for climate change, medicine, and cybersecurity, this episode is a testament to how human innovation builds across centuries. The key points include How Brahmagupta’s introduction of zero and rules for numbers shaped the foundation of binary and quantum logic. The latest breakthroughs in quantum computing, including Microsoft’s Majorana 1 and Google’s Willow processor. Why quantum computing could transform fields from medicine and climate modeling to global logistics and encryption. 🏛 Links & Resources: · Microsoft unveils Majorana 1 chip · Google’s Willow Processor Overview · History of Brahmagupta 🔗 Explore more on our website: mathsciencehistory.com 📚 To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h 🌍 Let’s Connect! Website: mathsciencehistory.com Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/mathsciencehistory.bsky.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/math.science.history 🎧 Enjoying the Podcast? If you love Math, Science, History , here’s how you can help:🌟 Leave a review! It helps more people discover the show!📢 Share this episode with friends & fellow history buffs!🔔 Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform ☕ Support the Show: Coffee!! PayPal 🛍 Checking out our merch: https://www.mathsciencehistory.com/the-store 🎵 Music: All music is public domain and has no Copyright and no rights reserved. Selections from The Little Prince by Lloyd Rodgers Until next time, carpe diem!!…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedConstruction noise outside Gabrielle’s studio becomes the perfect backdrop to this week’s Flashcard Friday episode. From ancient geometry and Pythagorean ropes to Brunelleschi’s Renaissance dome and today’s AI-assisted architecture, this episode explores how math and science have always been at the heart of building human civilization. Whether it's the silent symmetry of Islamic domes or the loud clatter of skyscrapers rising, construction is the sound of applied mathematics — past and present. Three take-aways: How ancient builders used geometry, Pythagorean triples, and astronomy to align massive structures like the pyramids. The mathematical innovations behind historical architectural marvels like Brunelleschi’s dome and the Roman Pantheon. How modern construction relies on physics, calculus, AI, and computer simulations — and what those sounds mean today. Explore more on our website: mathsciencehistory.com To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h Let’s Connect! Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/mathsciencehistory.bsky.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/math.science.history Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mathsciencehistory LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/math-science-history/ Threads: https://www.threads.com/@math.science.history YouTube: Math! Science! History! - YouTube Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/mathsciencehistory Enjoying the Podcast? If you love Math, Science, History , here’s how you can help:Leave a review! It helps more people discover the show!Share this episode with friends & fellow history buffs!Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform ☕ Support the Show: Coffee!! PayPal Check out our merch: https://www.mathsciencehistory.com/the-store 🎵 Music: All music is public domain and has no Copyright and no rights reserved. Selections from The Little Prince by Lloyd Rodgers…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedOn this Flashcards Friday episode, Gabrielle serves up a tasty blend of chemistry, humor, and history. Coinciding with National Avocado Day, this episode dives into the life and legacy of Amedeo Avogadro, the 19th-century chemist behind the foundational theorem of gas volumes, and how his name unexpectedly became linked with everyone's favorite green fruit. From moles to molecules to memes, Gabrielle brings the science home, one chip at a time. 🌱 3 Things You'll Learn in This Episode: 1. Who Amedeo Avogadro was and what his theorem states about gas volumes. 2. How the mole (6.022 × 10²³) became a central concept in chemistry. 3. Why Avogadro’s legacy lives on in both labs and lunchrooms (thanks to Avocado Day puns!). 🔗 Resources Mentioned: National Avocado Day Info – National Today Avogadro’s Law – LibreTexts History of the Mole Concept – American Chemical Society 🔗 Explore more on our website: mathsciencehistory.com 📚 To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h 🌍 Let’s Connect! Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/mathsciencehistory.bsky.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/math.science.history Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mathsciencehistory LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/math-science-history/ Threads: https://www.threads.com/@math.science.history YouTube: Math! Science! History! - YouTube Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/mathsciencehistory 🎧 Enjoying the Podcast? If you love Math, Science, History , here’s how you can help:🌟 Leave a review! It helps more people discover the show!📢 Share this episode with friends & fellow history buffs!🔔 Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform ☕ Support the Show: Coffee!! PayPal 🛍 Check out our merch: https://www.mathsciencehistory.com/the-store 🎵 Music: All music is public domain and has no Copyright and no rights reserved. Selections from The Little Prince by Lloyd Rodgers Until next time, carpe diem!…
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Lise Meitner changed the world, and the world nearly forgot her. In this episode of Math! Science! History! , Gabrielle Birchak explores Meitner’s brilliant mind, her escape from Nazi Germany, her critical role in discovering nuclear fission, and why the Nobel Committee turned a blind eye. Join us as we honor a scientist who refused to let science become a weapon. 3 Things Listeners Will Learn: Why Lise Meitner was central to the discovery of nuclear fission, and how her contribution was overlooked by the Nobel Committee. How the rise of Nazi Germany forced her to flee her lab and live as a stateless refugee. Why Meitner refused to join the Manhattan Project and what that choice cost her legacy. Links to Resources: Some of the following resources contain affiliate links, which I may receive compensation at no cost to you. Ruth Lewin Sime’s biography: Lise Meitner: A Life in Physics Original 1939 paper by Meitner and Frisch: “Disintegration of Uranium by Neutrons” (Nature) Physics Today: A Nobel Tale of Postwar Injustice Max Planck Society's profile on Meitner: Lise Meitner Archives 🔗 Explore more on our website: mathsciencehistory.com 📚 To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h 🌍 Let’s Connect! Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/mathsciencehistory.bsky.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/math.science.history Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mathsciencehistory LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/math-science-history/ Threads: https://www.threads.com/@math.science.history YouTube: Math! Science! History! - YouTube Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/mathsciencehistory 🎧 Enjoying the Podcast? If you love Math, Science, History , here’s how you can help:🌟 Leave a review! It helps more people discover the show!📢 Share this episode with friends & fellow history buffs!🔔 Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform ☕ Support the Show: Coffee!! PayPal 🛍 Check out our merch: https://www.mathsciencehistory.com/the-store 🎵 Music: All music is public domain and has no Copyright and no rights reserved. Selections from The Little Prince by Lloyd RodgersSmooth Piano for Documentaries, Universfield, Free Music Archive, CC by 4.0 Hopeful, Maarten Schellekens, Free Music Archive, CC by 4.0Mourning Song, Kevin MacLeod, Free Music Archive, CC by 4.0 Snowflakes Falling - Warren City, MI - Winter Snow Storm 1-25-23 at 1:20pm by Ambient-X -- https://freesound.org/s/671357/ -- License: Attribution 4.0Walk snow and pond forage.WAV by donhill -- https://freesound.org/s/255672/ -- License: Attribution 4.0 Until next time, carpe diem!…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn this Flashcard Friday episode of Math, Science, History , host Gabrielle Birchak takes you into the steamy jungles of the 19th-century Malay Archipelago, where a fever-stricken explorer had a revelation that would change biology forever. Meet Alfred Russel Wallace, the naturalist whose fieldwork and tropical travels led to the theory of natural selection, at the same time as Darwin. From his challenging journey to his humility in the face of discovery, Wallace’s story reminds us that science doesn’t always happen in a lab. It sometimes happens in a mosquito-filled hut, guided by sheer determination and a passion for nature. Do you know?! - How Alfred Russel Wallace independently developed the theory of natural selection during his expedition? - The significance of the "Wallace Line" and its impact on biogeography? - Why Wallace’s collaboration with Darwin remains a model of scientific integrity and humility? Resources: The Malay Archipelago by Alfred Russel Wallace on Project Gutenberg Short Documentary on Wallace's Life (NHM London) Visit us! Explore more on our website: mathsciencehistory.com To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h 🌍 Let’s Connect! Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/mathsciencehistory.bsky.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/math.science.history Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mathsciencehistory LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/math-science-history/ Threads: https://www.threads.com/@math.science.history YouTube: Math! Science! History! - YouTube Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/mathsciencehistory 🎧 Enjoying the Podcast? If you love Math, Science, History , here’s how you can help:🌟 Leave a review! It helps more people discover the show!📢 Share this episode with friends & fellow history buffs!🔔 Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform ☕ Support the Show: Coffee!! PayPal 🛍 Check out our merch: https://www.mathsciencehistory.com/the-store 🎵 Music: All music is public domain and has no Copyright and no rights reserved. Selections from The Little Prince by Lloyd Rodgers Until next time, carpe diem!…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn this special podcast swap episode, Math Science History teams up with History Daily to bring you one of the most enduring mysteries in modern folklore — the legend of the Loch Ness Monster. From ancient Scottish lore to one of the most infamous photographic hoaxes of the 20th century, this captivating narrative blends history, myth, and media manipulation. Gabrielle Birchak, host of Math Science History , also shares a brief reflection on Hypatia of Alexandria and her latest book Hypatia, The Sum of Her Life , now available on Amazon. Enjoy this rich collaboration with History Daily , and discover how a blend of mystery, myth, and media shaped the global fascination with Nessie. Three things you will learn: 1. How a 1933 eyewitness account sparked worldwide interest in the Loch Ness Monster. 2. The shocking truth behind the famous “Surgeon’s Photograph” and the man who staged it. 3. How hoaxes, headlines, and history intersected to build a lasting legend. Resources & Links: Listen to History Daily on your favorite podcast platform. History Daily on Apple History Daily on Spotify History Daily is a coproduction of Airship and Noiser Explore more on our website: mathsciencehistory.com To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h 🌍 Let’s Connect! Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/mathsciencehistory.bsky.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/math.science.history Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mathsciencehistory LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/math-science-history/ Threads: https://www.threads.com/@math.science.history YouTube: Math! Science! History! - YouTube Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/mathsciencehistory 🎧 Enjoying the Podcast? If you love Math, Science, History , here’s how you can help:🌟 Leave a review! It helps more people discover the show!📢 Share this episode with friends & fellow history buffs!🔔 Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform ☕ Support the Show: Coffee!! PayPal 🛍 Checking out our merch: https://www.mathsciencehistory.com/the-store 🎵 Music: All music is public domain and has no Copyright and no rights reserved. Selections from The Little Prince by Lloyd Rodgers Until next time, carpe diem!…
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1 FLASHCARDS! Why Your Suitcase Is a Math Problem 4:50
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn this episode of Flashcards Friday at Math! Science! History! Gabrielle Birchak unzips the fascinating world of packing problems , the mathematical puzzles behind fitting everything into your suitcase. Discover how optimization theory and combinatorial math are at play every time you pack, ship, or store something efficiently. Whether you're prepping for vacation or running a tech company, the same mathematical rules apply. 3 Take-aways! (Pun intended!) 1. What packing problems are and why they matter in math, logistics, and data storage. 2. Why packing problems are so difficult, and why your perfect suitcase is more impressive than it seems. 3. How optimization techniques like sorting, rotating, and greedy filling are used in real-world applications, and how to apply them to your next trip. Resources & Further Reading Math for Liberal Studies: Bin-Packing Algorithms Solving Hard Problems with Heuristics: A Beginner’s Guide 🔗 Explore more on our website: mathsciencehistory.com 📚 To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h 🌍 Let’s Connect! Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/mathsciencehistory.bsky.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/math.science.history Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mathsciencehistory LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/math-science-history/ Threads: https://www.threads.com/@math.science.history YouTube: Math! Science! History! - YouTube Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/mathsciencehistory 🎧 Enjoying the Podcast? If you love Math, Science, History , here’s how you can help:🌟 Leave a review! It helps more people discover the show!📢 Share this episode with friends & fellow history buffs!🔔 Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform ☕ Support the Show: Coffee!! PayPal 🛍 Check out our merch: https://www.mathsciencehistory.com/the-store 🎵 Music: All music is public domain and has no Copyright and no rights reserved. Selections from The Little Prince by Lloyd Rodgers Until next time, carpe diem!…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn this episode of Math! Science! History! we take a walk through the Scottish Highlands with Peter Higgs, figuratively and historically, to uncover the quiet moment in 1964 when a simple hike sparked a revolutionary idea in physics. Discover how the weak nuclear force and electromagnetism are deeply connected by symmetry, why mass was such a mystery to physicists in the 20th century, and how the Higgs field changed everything. From the elegance of theoretical predictions to the drama of the 48-year search for the Higgs boson, this story is not just about particles, it's about patience, creativity, and discovery. 3 Things You’ll Learn in This Episode: How symmetry connects the weak nuclear force to electromagnetism and why that connection broke down. What the Higgs field is and how it gives mass to particles like W and Z bosons. Why Peter Higgs's quiet walk in the mountains became one of the most important moments in modern physics. Resources & References: CERN: The Higgs boson: What makes it special? University of Edinburgh: Brief History of the Higgs Mechanism Physics World: Peter Higgs on CERN and his career Retrospect Journal: The Peter Higgs Plaque and Its Background 🔗 Explore more on our website: mathsciencehistory.com 📚 To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h 🌍 Let’s Connect! Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/mathsciencehistory.bsky.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/math.science.history Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mathsciencehistory LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/math-science-history/ Threads: https://www.threads.com/@math.science.history YouTube: Math! Science! History! - YouTube Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/mathsciencehistory 🎧 Enjoying the Podcast? If you love Math, Science, History , here’s how you can help:🌟 Leave a review! It helps more people discover the show!📢 Share this episode with friends & fellow history buffs!🔔 Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform ☕ Support the Show: Coffee!! PayPal 🛍 Checking out our merch: https://www.mathsciencehistory.com/the-store 🎵 Music: All music is public domain and has no Copyright and no rights reserved. Selections from The Little Prince by Lloyd Rodgers 🎵 Audio Editor: Podcast mixed by David Aviles Until next time, carpe diem!…
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1 FLASHCARDS! Why Airline Prices Change After You Search 8:42
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like Liked✈️ Episode Overview Have you ever searched for a flight, left the tab open, and then gasped when the price jumped just a few hours later? In this Flashcards Friday episode of Math! Science! History! , Gabrielle Birchak explores the mystery behind fluctuating airline prices—and reveals that it’s not magic, but a powerful blend of mathematics, algorithms, behavioral psychology, and dynamic pricing strategies. From fare buckets and revenue management to the cookies on your browser, Gabrielle breaks down how airlines control pricing and what you can do to outsmart the system and save money. 🎓 3 Things You'll Learn in This Episode - How airline pricing algorithms use math and historical data to determine real-time ticket prices. - Why flight prices often increase after multiple searches and how your browser behavior influences fares. - Proven strategies and tools for booking smarter and avoiding price spikes. 🔗 Resources Mentioned Google Flights – Great for tracking price history and alerts Hopper – App that predicts the best times to buy flights Skyscanner – Fare comparison across airlines and booking sites ITA Matrix Airfare Search – Advanced search tool used by travel agents The Discipline of Revenue Management – For those interested in the math and economics behind pricing algorithms 🔗 Explore more on our website: mathsciencehistory.com 📚 To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h 🌍 Let’s Connect! Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/mathsciencehistory.bsky.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/math.science.history Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mathsciencehistory LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/math-science-history/ Threads: https://www.threads.com/@math.science.history YouTube: Math! Science! History! - YouTube Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/mathsciencehistory 🎧 Enjoying the Podcast? If you love Math, Science, History, here’s how you can help:🌟 Leave a review! It helps more people discover the show!📢 Share this episode with friends & fellow history buffs!🔔 Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform ☕ Support the Show: Coffee!! PayPal 🛍 Check out our merch: https://www.mathsciencehistory.com/the-store 🎵 Music: All music is public domain and has no Copyright and no rights reserved. Selections from The Little Prince by Lloyd Rodgers Until next time, carpe diem!…
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1 REPOST Hipparchus: Mapping the Stars, Measuring the Earth 15:45
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedLong before telescopes and satellites, Hipparchus of Nicaea looked to the skies and changed the course of scientific history. In this fascinating episode of Math Science History , Gabrielle revisits the life and legacy of the ancient astronomer whose innovations in trigonometry, geography, and star mapping still resonate today. From discovering axial precession to laying the groundwork for the astrolabe, Hipparchus helped humanity understand our place in the cosmos: mathematically, geographically, and philosophically. Three Key Take-Aways How Hipparchus measured the Earth's axial precession and why this was a monumental scientific discovery. The mathematical brilliance behind his trigonometric tables and how they informed tools like the astrolabe. How ancient astronomy evolved into cartography, influencing how we view geography and time today. Resources & References Griffith Observatory Astronomers Monument: https://griffithobservatory.org Ptolemy's Almagest : Loeb Classical Library Hipparchus in The Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy: https://iep.utm.edu/hipparchus/ Cosimo Bartoli’s Del modo di misurare : https://archive.org/details/delmododimisurar00bart 🔗 Explore more on our website: mathsciencehistory.com 📚 To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h 🌍 Let’s Connect! Website: mathsciencehistory.com Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/mathsciencehistory.bsky.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/math.science.history 🎧 Enjoying the Podcast? If you love Math, Science, History , here’s how you can help:🌟 Leave a review! It helps more people discover the show!📢 Share this episode with friends & fellow history buffs!🔔 Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform ☕ Support the Show: Coffee!! PayPal 🛍 Checking out our merch: https://www.mathsciencehistory.com/the-store 🎵 Music: All music is public domain and has no Copyright and no rights reserved. Selections from The Little Prince by Lloyd Rodgers Until next time, carpe diem!…
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1 FLASHCARDS: How a Teenager Discovered the Physics of Black Holes-Chandrasekhar’s Limit Explained 9:53
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedEpisode Overview: What do black holes, a teenage genius, and a long ocean voyage have in common? In this Flashcard Friday episode of Math, Science, History , Gabrielle tells the incredible story of Subrahmanyan Chandrasekhar, who, at just 19 years old, sailed from India to England and made a discovery that would transform astrophysics forever. Armed only with a notebook and fresh ideas from quantum mechanics, Chandrasekhar calculated the limit of stellar collapse, now called the Chandrasekhar Limit, which revealed when a star collapses into a black hole. This isn't just a story about equations; it's a story about persistence, quiet genius, and the power of taking a break. 3 Things You'll Learn in This Episode: 1. What the Chandrasekhar Limit is and why it's essential for understanding black holes 2. How quantum mechanics, relativity, and statistical math came together to predict the death of stars 3. Why slowing down and giving your mind time to wander can lead to world-changing discoveries Resources: NASA: Black Holes Explained Biography of Subrahmanyan Chandrasekhar – NobelPrize.org A. S. Eddington and Chandrasekhar Controversy – arXiv Chandrasekhar’s Original 1931 Paper (PDF) Explore more on our website: mathsciencehistory.com To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h Let’s Connect! www.Instagram.com/math.science.history https://bsky.app/profile/mathsciencehistory.bsky.social https://www.linkedin.com/company/math-science-history/ https://www.threads.com/@math.science.history Enjoying the Podcast? If you love Math, Science, History , here’s how you can help: Leave a review – It helps more people discover the show! Share this episode with friends & fellow history buffs! Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform ☕ Support the Show! We are sponsored by Coffee!! PayPal Checking out our merch: https://www.mathsciencehistory.com/the-store Music: All music is public domain and has no Copyright and no rights reserved. On Matters of Consequence from The Little Prince by Lloyd Rodgers Until next time, carpe diem!…
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Episode Overview Once dismissed as mathematical absurdities, black holes are now recognized as real, powerful features of our universe—cosmic wells where space, time, and even light collapse. In this episode of Math! Science! History! , we explore the astonishing story of how black holes evolved from a rejected theory to an accepted reality. From Einstein’s reluctance and Oppenheimer’s overlooked models, to John Wheeler’s advocacy and Stephen Hawking’s revolutionary radiation theory, this episode traces the full arc of scientific discovery—and what black holes reveal about our own place in the cosmos. Three Key Take-Aways Why Karl Schwarzschild’s World War I-era math predicted black holes decades before anyone took them seriously How John Wheeler changed the game by naming—and championing—the black hole What modern observations like Cygnus X-1, Hawking radiation, and LIGO’s gravitational wave detection tell us about collapsed stars and spacetime Resources & References (the books include affiliate links) Oppenheimer & Snyder (1939): On Continued Gravitational Contraction David Finkelstein (1958): Past-Future Asymmetry of the Gravitational Field Kip Thorne’s book: Black Holes and Time Warps: Einstein’s Outrageous Legacy Marcia Bartusiak’s book: Black Hole: How an Idea Abandoned by Newtonians, Hated by Einstein, and Gambled on by Hawking Became Loved LIGO and gravitational wave discovery (2015) 🔗 Explore more on our website: mathsciencehistory.com 📚 To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h 🌍 Let’s Connect! Website: mathsciencehistory.com Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/mathsciencehistory.bsky.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/math.science.history 🎧 Enjoying the Podcast? If you love Math, Science, History , here’s how you can help:🌟 Leave a review! It helps more people discover the show!📢 Share this episode with friends & fellow history buffs!🔔 Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform ☕ Support the Show: Coffee!! PayPal 🛍 Check out our merch: https://www.mathsciencehistory.com/the-store 🎵 Music: All music is public domain and has no Copyright and no rights reserved. Selections from The Little Prince by Lloyd Rodgers 🎵 Audio: Podcast mixed by David Aviles Until next time, carpe diem!…
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In this Flashcard Friday episode, Gabrielle dives into the surprising history and science of sunblock. From ancient Egypt’s jasmine oils to modern SPF 50 sprays, discover how sunscreen evolved and why it’s one of the best defenses against deadly melanoma. Gabrielle shares the statistics on skin cancer, explains how sunblock works, and gives you simple tips to stay protected. With her favorite motto, “Just say NO to melanoma,” she’ll leave you ready to face the sun smartly. 3 Things Listeners Will Learn: - The fascinating history of sunblock, from ancient remedies to modern formulations. - How sunscreen protects the skin and how to use it correctly for maximum safety. - Eye-opening facts about melanoma risk, survival rates, and prevention through sun protection. Resource Links American Cancer Society: Melanoma Skin Cancer Overview All About Sunscreen: Why You Need It. How it Works for You Melanoma Treatment (PDQ®)–Patient Version Visit us! Explore more on our website: mathsciencehistory.com ☕ Support the Show! We are sponsored by Coffee!! PayPal Let’s Connect! www.Instagram.com/math.science.history https://bsky.app/profile/mathsciencehistory.bsky.social https://www.linkedin.com/company/math-science-history/ https://www.threads.com/@math.science.history Enjoying the Podcast? If you love Math, Science, History , here’s how you can help: Leave a review – It helps more people discover the show! Share this episode with friends & fellow history buffs! Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform Checking out our merch: https://www.mathsciencehistory.com/the-store Music: All music is public domain and has no Copyright and no rights reserved. On Matters of Consequence from The Little Prince by Lloyd Rodgers Until next time, carpe diem!…
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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 time or giving it a second listen, Pascal's story continues to resonate through the centuries. 3 Things You Will Learn How Pascal’s early work in conic sections and projective geometry led to “Pascal’s Theorem.” Why his collaboration with Fermat on probability theory is considered the foundation of modern decision science. How Pascal reconciled science and religion through his writings, including Pensées and Pascal’s Wager . Resources & References Read the blog: Pascal’s Higher Power Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy – Blaise Pascal Khan Academy – Pascal’s Triangle and Applications 🔗 Explore more on our website: mathsciencehistory.com 📚 To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h 🌍 Let’s Connect! Website: mathsciencehistory.com Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/mathsciencehistory.bsky.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/math.science.history 🎧 Enjoying the Podcast? If you love Math, Science, History , here’s how you can help:🌟 Leave a review! It helps more people discover the show!📢 Share this episode with friends & fellow history buffs!🔔 Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform ☕ Support the Show: Coffee!! PayPal 🛍 Checking out our merch: https://www.mathsciencehistory.com/the-store 🎵 Music: All music is public domain and has no Copyright and no rights reserved. Selections from The Little Prince by Lloyd Rodgers Until next time, carpe diem!…
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1 FLASHCARDS FRIDAY! Charles Darwin: The Lost Boy 8:04
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn 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 summer listening, this episode is a reminder that the best ideas sometimes come when we step away from the desk. THREE KEY TAKEAWAYS Why Darwin’s voyage aboard the HMS Beagle was never meant to be a scientific breakthrough—but became one anyway. How observation, curiosity, and a break from routine led to one of the most powerful theories in science. What Darwin’s journey teaches us about creativity, fieldwork, and the value of stepping outside your comfort zone. Resources & Further Reading: Darwin Online – The Complete Works of Charles Darwin Smithsonian Magazine: Darwin’s Life on the Beagle Galápagos Conservancy – Science and Conservation Explore more on our website: mathsciencehistory.com To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h Let’s Connect! Website: mathsciencehistory.com Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/mathsciencehistory.bsky.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/math.science.history If you love Math, Science, History , here’s how you can help:🌟 Leave a review – It helps more people discover the show!📢 Share this episode with friends & fellow history buffs!🔔 Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform ☕ Support the Show: Coffee!! PayPal 🛍 Checking out our merch: https://www.mathsciencehistory.com/the-store 🎵 Music: All music is public domain and has no Copyright and no rights reserved. Selections from The Little Prince by Lloyd Rodgers Until next time, carpe diem!…
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1 Leonardo da Vinci: The Renaissance Genius Unmasked 29:03
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedLeonardo da Vinci is often remembered for the Mona Lisa and The Last Supper—but he was so much more than a painter. In this episode, we uncover the Renaissance icon’s groundbreaking work in engineering, anatomy, and invention, as well as explore the quieter truths of his personal identity. We ask a powerful question: What might the world look like if everyone—regardless of gender or sexuality—could live and create as freely as Leonardo did, without fear of judgment? Join us as we journey through Leonardo’s notebooks, his unconventional relationships, and the brilliance he left behind—not just in paint, but in thought. THREE KEY TAKE-AWAYS How Leonardo’s engineering and scientific contributions shaped modern innovations—from anatomy to flight. Insight into Leonardo’s personal life, including his relationships with Salaì and Melzi, and what modern historians believe about his sexuality. A broader question of what happens when people are allowed to live and create authentically—without fear of shame or suppression. Resources & References Walter Isaacson’s biography of Leonardo da Vinci: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Leonardo-da-Vinci/Walter-Isaacson/9781501139154 Leonardo da Vinci’s notebooks (Codex Atlanticus): https://www.leonardodigitale.com Museum of Science, Leonardo DaVinci Leonardo da Vinci’s mother was a slave, according to new research Da Vinci's mother was an enslaved teenager trafficked to Italy, new documents suggest Leonardo’s letter to Ludovico Sforza 10 of Leonardo da Vinci’s Most Important Inventions Leonardo daVinci – by Walter Isaacson The Victoria and Albert Museum – Leonardo daVinci’s Codices Explore more on our website: mathsciencehistory.com To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h Let’s Connect! Website: mathsciencehistory.com Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/mathsciencehistory.bsky.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/math.science.history If you love Math, Science, History , here’s how you can help:🌟 Leave a review – It helps more people discover the show!📢 Share this episode with friends & fellow history buffs!🔔 Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform ☕ Support the Show: Coffee!! PayPal 🛍 Checking out our merch: https://www.mathsciencehistory.com/the-store 🎵 Music: All music is public domain and has no Copyright and no rights reserved. Selections from The Little Prince by Lloyd Rodgers 🎵 Audio: Mixed by David Aviles Until next time, carpe diem!…
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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 Things Listeners Will Learn: 1. How ancient Romans and Greeks viewed leisure and travel. 2. How pilgrimage functioned as early tourism across Christian and Islamic worlds. 3. What writings from antiquity reveal about humanity’s timeless desire to escape daily routines. Explore more on our website: mathsciencehistory.com To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h Let’s Connect! www.Instagram.com/math.science.history https://bsky.app/profile/mathsciencehistory.bsky.social https://www.linkedin.com/company/math-science-history/ https://www.threads.com/@math.science.history Enjoying the Podcast? If you love Math, Science, History , here’s how you can help: Leave a review – It helps more people discover the show! Share this episode with friends & fellow history buffs! Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform ☕ Support the Show! We are sponsored by Coffee!! PayPal Checking out our merch: https://www.mathsciencehistory.com/the-store Music: All music is public domain and has no Copyright and no rights reserved. On Matters of Consequence from The Little Prince by Lloyd Rodgers Until next time, carpe diem!…
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In this special Pride Month episode, Gabrielle explores the fascinating world of queerness in nature. From same-sex penguin pairs in New York to gender-changing clownfish in coral reefs, nature has always been more diverse, adaptable, and surprising than human categories suggest. Drawing on over 600 years of scientific observation, this episode takes listeners on a global journey through the history of animal research, challenges long-held myths, and reflects on what science teaches us about identity and diversity today. 3 Things Listeners Will Learn: How scientists from Aristotle to today have observed same-sex and gender-diverse behaviors in animals. Why queerness in nature offers evolutionary advantages, from social bonding to population resilience. How modern research is reshaping our understanding of sexual and gender diversity across species. Resources & References Evolution's Rainbow by Joan Roughgarden Biological Exuberance by Bruce Bagemihl Sexual Selections: What We Can and Can’t Learn About Sex from Animals by Marlene Zuk Scientific American: “Bisexual Species: Unorthodox Sex in the Animal Kingdom” National Wildlife Federation: "Same-Sex Behavior Among Animals Isn’t New. Science Is Finally Catching Up" 🔗 Explore more on our website: mathsciencehistory.com 📚 To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h 🌍 Let’s Connect! Website: mathsciencehistory.com Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/mathsciencehistory.bsky.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/math.science.history 🎧 Enjoying the Podcast? If you love Math, Science, History , here’s how you can help:🌟 Leave a review – It helps more people discover the show!📢 Share this episode with friends & fellow history buffs!🔔 Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform ☕ Support the Show: Coffee!! PayPal 🛍 Checking out our merch: https://www.mathsciencehistory.com/the-store 🎵 Music: All music is public domain and has no Copyright and no rights reserved. Selections from: The Little Prince by Lloyd Rodgers Now You Are Here by Sergey Cheremisiniv Eternal Love by Kris Keypovsky A Journey Beyond by Christian Bodhi Until next time, carpe diem!…
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1 FLASHCARDS! Pride Month: Facts speak louder than lies 9:59
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedEpisode Overview: In this Flashcard Friday episode of Math! Science! History!TM Gabrielle breaks down the powerful numbers behind the misinformation and legislative attacks targeting LGBTQ+ and especially transgender communities in the United States. With over 550 anti-LGBTQ+ bills introduced across 49 states in 2023 alone, it's time to ask: What does the data actually say? From the percentage of Americans who identify as LGBTQ+ to the hard truth about who actually commits acts of harm, this episode unpacks the math that shatters the myths. Because when fear leads, facts must speak louder. 3 Things You'll Learn in This Episode: 1. What percentage of the U.S. population identifies as LGBTQ+ and how small the transgender community actually is. 2. Who is statistically responsible for most sexual violence—and how trans people are often the victims , not perpetrators. 3. Which states introduced the most anti-LGBTQ+ bills in 2023, and what types of legislation are being proposed. Resources Gallup: LGBTQ+ Identification Rises to 7.6% in U.S. UCLA Williams Institute: Transgender Population Estimates The Trevor Project: 2023 National Survey on LGBTQ Youth Mental Health ACLU: Legislative Attacks on LGBTQ Rights Trans Murder Monitoring Report (TGEU) Explore more on our website: mathsciencehistory.com To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h Let’s Connect! www.Instagram.com/math.science.history https://bsky.app/profile/mathsciencehistory.bsky.social https://www.linkedin.com/company/math-science-history/ https://www.threads.com/@math.science.history Enjoying the Podcast? If you love Math, Science, History , here’s how you can help: Leave a review – It helps more people discover the show! Share this episode with friends & fellow history buffs! Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform ☕ Support the Show! We are sponsored by Coffee!! PayPal Checking out our merch: https://www.mathsciencehistory.com/the-store Music: All music is public domain and has no Copyright and no rights reserved. On Matters of Consequence from The Little Prince by Lloyd Rodgers Until next time, carpe diem!…
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1 How the Ancient Maya Invented Zero and Decoded the Cosmos 23:11
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedEpisode Overview: Long before Europe adopted the concept of zero, the ancient Maya had already created one of the most sophisticated mathematical systems in the world. In this episode of Math Science History , host Gabrielle Birkjak uncovers the secrets of Mayan mathematics, from the elegance of their base-20 number system, to their revolutionary use of zero, to the celestial precision encoded in the Dresden Codex. We explore how the Maya embedded math into everything from pyramids to calendars, and how European scholars like Ernst Förstemann helped rediscover their brilliance centuries later. This isn’t just a story about numbers, it’s a story about worldview, time, astronomy, and one of the most advanced mathematical traditions of the ancient world. Three Things You’ll Learn in This Episode:How the ancient Maya independently invented and used zero in a positional number system. Why their base-20 (vigesimal) system was uniquely suited for astronomy and calendar cycles. How the Dresden Codex survived colonialism and war to become a key to understanding Mayan math and astronomy. Resources and Further Reading: SLUB Dresden Digital Archive: View the Dresden Codex: https://digital.slub-dresden.de/werkansicht/dlf/29691/1 Förstemann, Ernst. Commentary on the Maya Manuscript in the Royal Public Library of Dresden (1901): https://archive.org/details/commentarymaya00fruoft Coe, Michael D., and Stephen Houston. The Maya , 9th ed. Thames & Hudson, 2015. Ifrah, Georges. The Universal History of Numbers . Wiley, 2000. British Museum, Maya Mathematics Learning Resource: https://www.britishmuseum.org/learn/schools/ages-7-11/maths/maya-mathematics Explore more on our website: mathsciencehistory.com To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h Let’s Connect! Website: mathsciencehistory.com Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/mathsciencehistory.bsky.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/math.science.history Enjoying the Podcast? If you love Math, Science, History , here’s how you can help: Leave a review – It helps more people discover the show! Share this episode with friends & fellow history buffs! Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform ☕ Support the Show: Coffee!! PayPal Check out our merch: https://www.mathsciencehistory.com/the-store 🎵 Music: All music is public domain and has no Copyright and no rights reserved. Selections from The Little Prince by Lloyd Rodgers 🎵 Audio mixed by David Aviles Until next time, carpe diem!…
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1 FLASHCARDS: Math in Your Head: Metric Conversions Without the Math 8:06
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedEver 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 is perfect for anyone who wants to sharpen their mental math, and sound like a genius without pulling out their phone. 3 Things You'll Learn in This Episode: - How to mentally visualize metric conversions using sensory and familiar objects—no math required.- Real-world reference points for converting volume, weight, distance, and temperature.- Simple memory tricks to help internalize metric vs. imperial conversions while on the go. Resources Mentioned: Metric System Overview – National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Quick Conversion Tables – Metric Conversions 3 Simple Tricks For Converting Metric Units In Your Head Explore more on our website: mathsciencehistory.com To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h Let’s Connect! www.Instagram.com/math.science.history https://bsky.app/profile/mathsciencehistory.bsky.social https://www.linkedin.com/company/math-science-history/ https://www.threads.com/@math.science.history Enjoying the Podcast? If you love Math! Science! History! here’s how you can help: Leave a review – It helps more people discover the show! Share this episode with friends & fellow history buffs! Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform ☕ Support the Show! We are sponsored by Coffee!! PayPal Checking out our merch: https://www.mathsciencehistory.com/the-store Music: All music is public domain and has no Copyright and no rights reserved. On Matters of Consequence from The Little Prince by Lloyd Rodgers Until next time, carpe diem!…
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1 A Measure for All People: The History of Metrics 23:11
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedEpisode Overview How did a bold Enlightenment vision become the universal language of science and technology? In this episode of Math! Science! History ! , Gabrielle takes you on a journey through the revolutionary origins, global adoption, and modern significance of the metric system. Discover how a chaotic world of local measurements gave way to an elegant, decimal-based system designed to unify not just France—but the entire planet. From the daring expedition of Delambre and Méchain to today's atomic-clock-calibrated definitions, this story reveals how the metric system continues to shape spaceflight, AI, and even cryptocurrency. 3 Things You Will Learn Why the French Revolution called for a measurement system “for all people, for all time.” How the metric system evolved from platinum prototypes to quantum-based constants. Why the metric system is essential in today’s world, from Mars missions to microchips. Resources & References BIPM – International System of Units (SI) NIST – Redefinition of the Kilogram Alder, Ken. The Measure of All Things Quinn, Terry. From Artefacts to Atoms O’Connor, Anahad. “Why the U.S. Doesn't Use the Metric System” – The New York Times Explore more on our website: mathsciencehistory.com To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h 🌍 Let’s Connect! Website: mathsciencehistory.com Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/mathsciencehistory.bsky.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/math.science.history LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/math-science-history Enjoying the Podcast? If you love Math, Science, History , here’s how you can help:Leave a review – It helps more people discover the show!Share this episode with friends & fellow history buffs!Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform ☕ Support the Show: Coffee!! https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/PR7F7ST49GDNA Checking out our merch: https://www.mathsciencehistory.com/the-store 🎵 Audio: Mixed by David Aviles Music: All music is public domain and has no Copyright and no rights reserved. Selections from The Little Prince by Lloyd Rodgers Waltz with Me by Beat Mekanik Camille Saint-Saëns, Danse Macabre by Kevin MacLeod Until next time, carpe diem!…
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1 FLASHCARDS: The Alan Turing Story: Cracking Codes, Facing Injustice 9:18
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedEpisode 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 "Turing Machine" became the foundation of computer science. - How Turing’s work at Bletchley Park helped end WWII and save millions of lives. - How his tragic treatment after the war led to a powerful legacy of recognition, apology, and progress in both science and human rights. Click here to listen to my interview with Daniel Shiu: https://sites.libsyn.com/212183/the-codebreakers-who-reshaped-uk-mathematics-daniel-shiu-on-bletchley-parks-lasting-impact Explore more on our website: mathsciencehistory.com To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h Let’s Connect! www.Instagram.com/math.science.history https://bsky.app/profile/mathsciencehistory.bsky.social https://www.linkedin.com/company/math-science-history/ https://www.threads.com/@math.science.history Resources! Bletchley Park Museum: https://bletchleypark.org.uk The Turing Institute: https://www.turing.ac.uk Hodges, Andrew. Alan Turing: The Enigma. National Museum of Computing: https://www.tnmoc.org Enjoying the Podcast? If you love Math, Science, History , here’s how you can help: Leave a review – It helps more people discover the show! Share this episode with friends & fellow history buffs! Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform ☕ Support the Show! We are sponsored by Coffee!! https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/PR7F7ST49GDNA Checking out our merch: https://www.mathsciencehistory.com/the-store Music: All music is public domain and has no Copyright and no rights reserved. On Matters of Consequence from The Little Prince by Lloyd Rodgers Until next time, carpe diem!…
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1 Daniel Shiu on The Mathematical Legacy of Bletchley Park 45:44
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn 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 advancements The role of camaraderie, innovation, and shared urgency in building lasting academic communities Why this hidden history still matters in today’s mathematical and cybersecurity landscapes Whether you're a WWII history buff, a mathematician, or a fan of untold stories, this episode will uncover a rarely discussed legacy of Bletchley Park. Listen now and explore the crossroads of history, math, and memory. Read the full article: “The Influence of Bletchley Park on UK Mathematics” Published in Cryptologia : https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/01611194.2025.2457086 🌍 Let’s Connect! Website: mathsciencehistory.com Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/mathsciencehistory.bsky.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/math.science.history Enjoying the Podcast? If you love Math, Science, History , here’s how you can help:Leave a review – It helps more people discover the show!Share this episode with friends & fellow history buffs!Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform ☕ Support the Show: Coffee!! https://shorturl.at/bHIsc Checking out our merch: https://www.mathsciencehistory.com/the-store Music: All music is public domain and has no Copyright and no rights reserved. Selections from The Little Prince by Lloyd Rodgers Until next time, carpe diem!…
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1 The Theory of Relativity in less than 10 minutes 9:57
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedEpisode Overview: In this episode of Math, Science, History , we hop into a fictional electric vehicle—Einstein's EV—and cruise through space and time to uncover the fascinating world of relativity. What is the theory of relativity, and how did a curious young patent clerk change our understanding of the universe forever? Using simple language and a fun driving analogy, we break down the core ideas behind both Special and General Relativity, explore Einstein’s thought experiments, and show how his discoveries shape your daily life—yes, even your GPS. Whether you're a physics newbie or a science buff, this episode offers a friendly, accessible introduction to one of the greatest scientific breakthroughs in history. 3 Things You'll Learn in This Episode: How Einstein's thought experiments led to the discovery of relativity. What “time dilation” and “space-time curvature” actually mean—and how they affect your everyday life. Why your GPS wouldn’t work without Einstein’s theory. Resources & Further Reading: Einstein’s 1905 Papers on Special Relativity (English Translation) NASA: General Relativity - Theory and Tests PBS Space Time: How GPS Relies on Relativity Einstein Online - Max Planck Institute 🔗 Explore more on our website: mathsciencehistory.com 📚 To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h 🌍 Let’s Connect! 🎧 Enjoying the Podcast? If you love Math, Science, History , here’s how you can help:🌟 Leave a review – It helps more people discover the show!📢 Share this episode with friends & fellow history buffs!🔔 Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform ☕ Support the Show 🛍 Checking out our merch: https://www.mathsciencehistory.com/the-store 🎙 Sponsored By: Coffee!! https://shorturl.at/bHIsc 🎵 Music: All music is public domain and has no Copyright and no rights reserved. On Matters of Consequence from The Little Prince by Lloyd Rodgers Until next time, carpe diem!…
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1 Einstein's Equal: The Genius of Mileva Marić 30:50
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedEpisode 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 Marić’s intellectual contributions to Einstein’s early work—especially during the years leading up to his famous 1905 Annus Mirabilis . 3 Things You'll Learn in This Episode: How Mileva Marić helped shape Einstein’s early scientific thinking—and what letters and biographies reveal about their collaboration. What Einstein’s professors and colleagues really thought about his student days—and why Minkowski called him a “lazybones.” Why historians now believe Mileva Marić’s role in Einstein’s 1905 papers may have been more significant than previously acknowledged. Resources Mentioned: The Collected Papers of Albert Einstein – Vol. 1: The Early Years, 1879–1902 Albert Einstein and Mileva Marić: The Love Letters (Princeton University Press) Senta Troemel-Ploetz, “Mileva Einstein-Marić: The Woman Who Did Einstein’s Mathematics” Desanka Trbuhović-Gjurić, Im Schatten Albert Einsteins (German) Einstein’s letters at Christie's Auction House 🔗 Explore more on our website: mathsciencehistory.com 📚 To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h 🌍 Let’s Connect! Website: mathsciencehistory.com Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/mathsciencehistory.bsky.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/math.science.history 🎧 Enjoying the Podcast? If you love Math, Science, History , here’s how you can help:🌟 Leave a review – It helps more people discover the show!📢 Share this episode with friends & fellow history buffs!🔔 Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform ☕ Support the Show: Coffee!! https://shorturl.at/bHIsc 🛍 Checking out our merch: https://www.mathsciencehistory.com/the-store 🎵 Music: All music is public domain and has no Copyright and no rights reserved. Selections from The Little Prince by Lloyd Rodgers Until next time, carpe diem!…
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1 Jacoba van den Brande: Pioneer of Women’s Education 7:56
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedEpisode 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 Learn in This Episode: The life and legacy of Jacoba van den Brande and her place in the history of mathematics. The barriers women faced in 17th-century Europe when pursuing intellectual and academic opportunities. Why Jacoba’s vision of an all-female academy remains relevant to ongoing conversations about equity and access in education. Resources & Further Reading: Wikipedia entry on Jacoba van den Brande Women in Science: 50 Fearless Pioneers Who Changed the World by Rachel Ignotofsky “Women and Science Before the Enlightenment” - Journal Article via JSTOR Simon Stevin: Biography & Contributions 🔗 Explore more on our website: mathsciencehistory.com 📚 To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h 🌍 Let’s Connect! 🎧 Enjoying the Podcast? If you love Math, Science, History , here’s how you can help:🌟 Leave a review – It helps more people discover the show!📢 Share this episode with friends & fellow history buffs!🔔 Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform ☕ Support the Show 🛍 Checking out our merch: https://www.mathsciencehistory.com/the-store 🎙 Sponsored By: Coffee!! https://shorturl.at/bHIsc 🎵 Music: All music is public domain and has no Copyright and no rights reserved. On Matters of Consequence from The Little Prince by Lloyd Rodgers Until next time, carpe diem!…
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Episode Overview: In this special time-travel episode of Math, Science, History , Gabrielle steps back into the Enlightenment to interview legendary French mathematician and philosopher Pierre-Simon Laplace. Together, they explore the bold ideas behind his famed thought experiment, Laplace’s Demon, a being capable of predicting the entire past and future of the universe. But how does that vision hold up in the age of quantum mechanics and artificial intelligence? Through immersive storytelling, direct quotes from Laplace’s writings, and modern scientific context, this episode invites listeners to examine the nature of certainty, probability, free will, and machine intelligence, and ask the ultimate question: Is AI today the digital version of Laplace’s Demon? In This Episode, You'll Learn: How Laplace envisioned a fully deterministic universe—and why he believed uncertainty was only a matter of ignorance. How chaos theory and quantum mechanics challenged that deterministic view. Why today’s artificial intelligence reflects both the dreams and the limits of Laplace’s Demon. Resources and Laplace’s Writings: 📘 A Philosophical Essay on Probabilities (English translation): https://archive.org/embed/aphilosophicale00laplgoog 🌐 Brief biography and overview from Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy: https://plato.stanford.edu/entries/laplace/ AI voices by ElevenLabs. Try it out for your projects! My affiliate link is here: https://try.elevenlabs.io/qhh6dk0ikse6 🔗 Explore more on our website: mathsciencehistory.com 📚 To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h 🌍 Let’s Connect! Website: mathsciencehistory.com Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/mathsciencehistory.bsky.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/math.science.history 🎧 Enjoying the Podcast? If you love Math, Science, History , here’s how you can help:🌟 Leave a review – It helps more people discover the show!📢 Share this episode with friends & fellow history buffs!🔔 Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform ☕ Support the Show: Coffee!! https://shorturl.at/bHIsc 🛍 Checking out our merch: https://www.mathsciencehistory.com/the-store 🎵 Music: All music is public domain and has no Copyright and no rights reserved. Selections from The Little Prince by Lloyd Rodgers Until next time, carpe diem!…
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1 FLASHCARDS: Math, Logic, and Paradoxes Explained 7:28
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedEpisode 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 timeless proof of infinite prime numbers. - How paradoxes like Russell’s exposed the limits of early set theory and reshaped modern math. Links & Resources: An Introduction to Mathematical Logic by Richard E. Hodel This book offers a comprehensive introduction to the fundamental concepts of mathematical logic, making it suitable for beginners and those looking to solidify their understanding. Proofs and Refutations by Imre Lakatos Presented as a series of dialogues, this classic work explores the philosophy of mathematics and the process of mathematical discovery, challenging readers to think critically about proofs and the evolution of mathematical ideas. The Laws of Thought by George Boole This seminal work lays the foundation for Boolean algebra, delving into the relationship between logic and mathematics, and is essential reading for those interested in the logical structures underpinning mathematical reasoning. Introduction to Mathematical Logic by Elliott Mendelson Renowned for its clarity and depth, this text covers various aspects of mathematical logic, including set theory and computability, and is highly recommended for those seeking a rigorous exploration of the subject. Logic: A Very Short Introduction by Graham Priest This concise guide provides an engaging overview of logic, touching upon its philosophical implications and practical applications, making it a great starting point for listeners new to the topic. Explore more on our website: mathsciencehistory.com To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h Let’s Connect! Enjoying the Podcast? If you love Math, Science, History , here’s how you can help:Leave a review – It helps more people discover the show!Share this episode with friends & fellow history buffs!Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform ☕ Support the Show If you’d like to support Math, Science, History , consider:Checking out our merch: https://www.mathsciencehistory.com/the-store Sponsored By: Coffee!! https://shorturl.at/bHIsc Music: All music is public domain and has no Copyright and no rights reserved. On Matters of Consequence from The Little Prince by Lloyd Rodgers Until next time, carpe diem!…
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