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Podcast Profile: Mathematically Speaking Podcast

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32 episodes
2018 to 2022
Median: 14 minutes
Collection: Physics, Math, and Astronomy


Description (podcaster-provided):

This podcast explores mathematics, mathematical philosophy and how that relates to the real world and our lives through the history of math. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mathematically-speaking/support


Themes and summary (AI-generated based on podcaster-provided show and episode descriptions):

➤ History of mathematics • Mathematical philosophy • Notable mathematicians • Algebra and calculus foundations • Concepts of infinity • Math in different cultures • Geometry and its impact • Interviews and discussions

The "Mathematically Speaking Podcast" explores a wide variety of topics in mathematics and its history, philosophy, and real-world implications. The show's overarching theme is to investigate the multifaceted nature of mathematics and its role in shaping human thought and understanding. Episodes delve into historical figures such as Bhaskara II, Aryabhata, Euclid, Pythagoras, Thales, and John Forbes Nash, examining both their mathematical contributions and cultural impacts. Another recurring theme is the exploration of fundamental mathematical concepts, such as the idea of infinity, the number zero, probability theory, and the construction of real numbers.

The podcast also addresses the philosophical underpinnings of mathematics, touching on perspectives such as Platonism, formalism, and the social humanist view. These discussions often bridge the gap between abstract mathematical concepts and their significance in everyday life, posing introspective questions about existence and reality. Additionally, the podcast seems to be interested in the historical and cultural developments in mathematics, tracing the evolution of mathematical ideas from ancient civilizations like Mesopotamia and Egypt, to Greek mathematical systems, and beyond.

A unique aspect of the podcast is its occasional departure from mathematics to address broader social and educational themes, including the role of mathematics in public education and the societal impact of mathematical philosophies. The show also appears to encourage audience interaction through community engagement on platforms like Discord. Through this comprehensive exploration of mathematical history, philosophy, and its educational dimensions, "Mathematically Speaking Podcast" provides listeners with an in-depth look at the profound ways mathematics influences the world and our understanding of it.


Episodes:
Episode Image Episode 3.4: Credit is given where credit is due...supposedly
2022-Jan-15
36 minutes
Episode Image Episode 3.3 It is nothing...really
2021-Mar-29
16 minutes
Episode Image Episode 3.2- A Slice of Transcendence
2020-Oct-12
15 minutes
Episode Image Episode 3.1- The Big, the Small, and Everything in Between
2020-Sep-01
15 minutes
Episode Image Epiosde 2.8: The Woman Behind the Men
2020-Jun-22
14 minutes
Episode Image Episode 2.7: A Lever Large Enough
2020-Jun-07
25 minutes
Episode Image Episode 2.6- Euclid: They wrote the Bible
2020-May-01
15 minutes
Episode Image Episode 2.5- It's Just Platonic
2020-Apr-01
14 minutes
Episode Image Bonus Episode 2: The Education Gap with Dr. Nagarath, CEO of Elephant Learning
2020-Mar-21
49 minutes
Episode Image Episode 2.4: Mathematics VS. Metaphysics
2020-Mar-15
14 minutes
Episode Image Episode 2.3- Beans, Cults, and Math
2020-Mar-01
10 minutes
Episode Image Episode 2.2 Quod Erat Deomonstrandum- Going from Computation to Proof
2020-Feb-14
13 minutes
Episode Image Episode 2.1: It's All Greek To Me
2020-Feb-02
9 minutes
Episode Image Bonus Episode #1: Interview Compliation
2020-Jan-05
13 minutes
Episode Image Episode 1.7 A Brief History of Calculators
2019-Nov-16
12 minutes
Episode Image Episode 1.6- Egypt and A Mathematician God
2019-Nov-02
10 minutes
Episode Image Episode 1.5 Egypt
2019-Oct-18
11 minutes
Episode Image Episode 1.4- More Mesopotamians
2019-Oct-02
12 minutes
Episode Image Episode 1.3 The Mesopotamians
2019-Sep-15
13 minutes
Episode Image Episode 1.2- It Started With Women
2019-Sep-01
12 minutes
Episode Image Episode 1.1: In the Beginning
2019-Aug-15
15 minutes
Episode Image Episode 0.11-Infinity past and future
2019-May-04
14 minutes
Episode Image Episode 0.10: What is Infinity?...To Infinity and Beyond
2019-Feb-10
22 minutes
Episode Image Episode 0.9: Is Infinity Real?- There exists a...
2019-Jan-23
22 minutes
Episode Image Episode 0.8: The Quaker is still fighting...Causes vs Correlations and War
2019-Jan-13
17 minutes
Episode Image Episode 0.7: So a Quaker gets in a Fight...Making Conflict Theory Scientific
2019-Jan-06
11 minutes
Episode Image Episode 0.6: What is Math? Part 3- The Social Humanist P.O.V
2018-Dec-22
17 minutes
Episode Image Episode 0.5: What is math? Part 2- Formalism
2018-Sep-30
16 minutes
Episode Image Episode 0.4: What is math? Part 1-Platonism
2018-Aug-27
11 minutes
Episode Image Episode 0.3: May the Odds be Ever in Your Favor
2018-Aug-19
18 minutes
Episode Image Episode 0.2: Not All Heroes Wear Capes
2018-Aug-12
20 minutes
Episode Image Episode 0.1: Fractals and a Broken World
2018-Aug-05
14 minutes