Mathematically Speaking Podcast

In this episode, we explore the algebraic foundations of calculus through the lens of Bhaskara II, and try to pin down who made calculus.

On this episode of the show, we finally cover the wonderful world of 0 and its importance in algebra as the identity element.

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On this episode of the show, we look at our first historical figure of the season! Aryabhata! He gave us one of the first approximations for Pi. But what is Pi exactly? Listen to find out! 

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On this episode, we see the results of Indian Mathematics from a birds-eye perspective. The overview is given to show the impact of the Indian Culture on its math, and how abstracting math away from the physical gives it power. 

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On this episode, we end season 2 with 4 different mathematical giants, one of which is our first named woman mathematician. We have 3 revolutionary texts and the editor/commentator who made sure they all lasted until today. Here is the link to the conic sections animation: 

Conic sections animated

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This episode begins with a 9 minute moment of silence in honor of George Floyd, and all other black men and women who are victims of police brutality. During that time I encourage you to donate here: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/ms_blm_homepage_2019.  You can also sign various petitions here:https://www.bleumag.com/2020/06/03/30-blm-petitions-you-should-sign-right-now/. 

The content of this episode surrounds two mathematical giants, Eratosthenes and Archimedes to demonstrate the power of geometry when it works on its own. We end the episode with a discussion on the importance of prime numbers.   

On this episode, we move on to the city of Alexandria.  We talk about the father of geometry, Euclid, and his book, The Elements.  

On this episode, we talk about Plato. His background, his work and impact on math, and a lesson we can learn from his mistakes.

On this episode, I have a conversation with Dr. Nagarath about the Education Gap in public education.

On this episode, we take a break from history and go deep into the connection between math and metaphysics with a discussion of a Discrete Reality vs. a continuous one.  We construct the real numbers and try to offer a solution of both rather than either or to some tough question.