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Podcast Profile: The Secrets of Mathematics

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24 episodes
2014 to 2017
Median: 55 minutes
Collection: Physics, Math, and Astronomy


Description (podcaster-provided):

A series of talks and lectures from Oxford Mathematicians exploring the power and beauty of their subject. These talks would appeal to anyone interested in mathematics and its ever-growing range of applications from medicine to economics and beyond.


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

➤ Mathematics and its applications • Science and mathematics intersections • Interviews with mathematicians • Mathematical theories and discoveries • Lectures on physics, genetics, and number theory • Mathematical inspiration in art and music

This podcast delves into the expansive and diverse world of mathematics, exploring both its foundational principles and its extensive applications. The show features a series of talks and lectures by prominent mathematicians and scientists, including discussions on mathematical concepts, historical insights, and the impact of mathematics across various fields. The podcast covers a wide spectrum of topics, addressing theoretical and practical aspects of mathematics.

Listeners can expect to find content about the interplay between mathematics and other disciplines, such as genetics, physics, and even social sciences. The podcast addresses mathematical theories and their implications, such as the Prime Number Theorem and problems related to crystallography, as well as their influence on contemporary research and practical applications. Some episodes delve into the philosophical aspects of scientific inquiry and the limits of human understanding in mathematics and science.

The podcast also reflects on the mathematician's journey, providing personal insights from seasoned professionals about their career trajectories and the development of their work. Interviews with influential mathematicians reveal personal anecdotes and highlight significant achievements and contributions to the field. Additionally, the podcast explores the symbiotic relationship between mathematics and other forms of creativity, showcasing how mathematical concepts have influenced art, music, and more.

Through a combination of lectures, discussions, and interviews, the podcast offers a comprehensive view of how mathematics shapes our understanding of the world and continues to inspire new directions in both academic and practical contexts. Its content appeals to those with a keen interest in the mathematical sciences and their broader cultural significance.


Episodes:
Autism and Minds Wired for Science
2016-Oct-31
62 minutes
Fashion, Faith, and Fantasy in the New Physics of the Universe - Roger Penrose
2016-Oct-19
61 minutes
Can Yule Solve My Problems? - Alex Bellos
2017-Dec-13
48 minutes
As he retires from the the Savilian Chair of Geometry, Oxford Mathematician Nigel Hitchin reflects
2016-Oct-19
67 minutes
Roger Heath-Brown a Life in Mathematics
2016-Sep-17
37 minutes
Modelling genes: the backwards and forwards of mathematical population genetics - Alison Etheridge
2016-Jul-06
53 minutes
The Prime Number Theorem
2016-Jun-15
38 minutes
What We Cannot Know - Marcus du Sautoy
2016-May-16
55 minutes
The Travelling Santa Problem and Other Seasonal Challenges - Marcus du Sautoy
2015-Dec-18
57 minutes
Symmetry, Spaces and Undecidability - Martin Bridson
2015-Dec-07
61 minutes
Putting the Higgs Boson in its Place
2015-Nov-16
51 minutes
M. C. Escher - Artist, Mathematician, Man
2015-Oct-28
71 minutes
The Gomboc, the Turtle and the Evolution of Shape - Gabor Domokos
2015-Jul-01
51 minutes
Birth of an Idea: A Mathematical Adventure - Cedric Villani
2015-Mar-12
57 minutes
What Maths Really Does: From modelling the brain to modelling the climate - Alain Goriely
2014-Dec-04
58 minutes
Forbidden Crystal Symmetry: Mathematics and architecture - Roger Penrose
2014-Dec-04
54 minutes
The History of Mathematics in 300 Stamps - Robin Wilson
2014-Dec-03
56 minutes
Big Data's Big Deal - Viktor Mayer-Schonberger
2014-Nov-20
44 minutes
Extra Time: Professor Sir Roger Penrose in conversation with Andrew Hodges - part two
2014-Jun-18
41 minutes
Extra Time: Professor Sir Roger Penrose in conversation with Andrew Hodges - part one
2014-Jun-18
50 minutes
Sir Michael Atiyah, a Life in Mathematics
2014-May-12
31 minutes
Why there are no three-headed monsters, resolving some problems with brain tumours, divorce prediction and how to save marriages - James D Murray
2014-Mar-21
78 minutes
Bryce McLeod, a Life in Mathematics In conversation with John Ball
2014-Mar-11
59 minutes
Maths in Music: The Secret Mathematicians - Marcus du Sautoy
2014-Jan-14
51 minutes