In this episode of Breaking Math, Autumn and Andrew Novick delve into the intricate world of timekeeping, exploring the significance of precise time measurement in modern technology. They discuss the evolution from traditional atomic clocks to cutting-edge optical clocks, the critical role of time in various industries, and the implications of time on fundamental physics, including Einstein's theories. The conversation also touches on the quirky concept of leap seconds and the future advancements in timekeeping technology, emphasizing the relative nature of time and its perception.You can learn more about Time at time.gov and NIST at nist.gov.All opinions are of the individual scientist and do not reflect the opinions of  NIST or the federal Government.Subscribe to Breaking Math wherever you get your podcasts.<a href="https://www.patreon.com/breakingmath">Become a patron of Breaking Math</a> for as little as a buck a month<a href="https://x.com/breakingmathpod">Follow Breaking Math on Twitter</a>,<a href="https://www.instagram.com/breakingmathmedia/"> Instagram</a>,<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/breaking-math/"> LinkedIn</a>,<a href="https://breakingmath.io/"> Website</a>,<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@BreakingMathPod"> YouTube</a>,<a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@breakingmathmedia"> TikTok</a>Follow Autumn on<a href="https://x.com/1autumn_leaf"> Twitter</a> and<a href="https://www.instagram.com/1autumnleaf/"> Instagram</a>Follow Gabe on<a href="https://x.com/TechPodGabe"> Twitter</a>.Become a guest<a href="https://www.breakingmath.io/contact"> here</a>email: breakingmathpodcast@gmail.com

In this episode of Breaking Math, Autumn and Andrew Novick delve into the intricate world of timekeeping, exploring the significance of precise time measurement in modern technology. They discuss the evolution from traditional atomic clocks to cutting-edge optical clocks, the critical role of time in various industries, and the implications of time on fundamental physics, including Einstein's theories. The conversation also touches on the quirky concept of leap seconds and the future advancements in timekeeping technology, emphasizing the relative nature of time and its perception. You can learn more about Time at time.gov and NIST at nist.gov. All opinions are of the individual scientist and do not reflect the opinions of NIST or the federal Government. Subscribe to Breaking Math wherever you get your podcasts. Become a patron of Breaking Math for as little as a buck a month Follow Breaking Math on Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, Website, YouTube, TikTok Follow Autumn on Twitter and Instagram Follow Gabe on Twitter. Become a guest here email: breakingmathpodcast@gmail.com

In this episode of Breaking Math, Autumn and Andrew Novick delve into the intricate world of timekeeping, exploring the significance of precise time measurement in modern technology. They discuss the evolution from traditional atomic clocks to cutting-edge optical clocks, the critical role of time in various industries, and the implications of time on fundamental physics, including Einstein's theories. The conversation also touches on the quirky concept of leap seconds and the future advancements in timekeeping technology, emphasizing the relative nature of time and its perception.You can learn more about Time at time.gov and NIST at nist.gov.All opinions are of the individual scientist and do not reflect the opinions of &nbsp;NIST or the federal Government.Subscribe to Breaking Math wherever you get your podcasts.<a href="https://www.patreon.com/breakingmath" rel="noopener noreferrer">Become a patron of Breaking Math</a> for as little as a buck a month<a href="https://x.com/breakingmathpod" rel="noopener noreferrer">Follow Breaking Math on Twitter</a>,<a href="https://www.instagram.com/breakingmathmedia/" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Instagram</a>,<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/breaking-math/" rel="noopener noreferrer"> LinkedIn</a>,<a href="https://breakingmath.io/" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Website</a>,<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@BreakingMathPod" rel="noopener noreferrer"> YouTube</a>,<a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@breakingmathmedia" rel="noopener noreferrer"> TikTok</a>Follow Autumn on<a href="https://x.com/1autumn_leaf" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Twitter</a> and<a href="https://www.instagram.com/1autumnleaf/" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Instagram</a>Follow Gabe on<a href="https://x.com/TechPodGabe" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Twitter</a>.Become a guest<a href="https://www.breakingmath.io/contact" rel="noopener noreferrer"> here</a>email: breakingmathpodcast@gmail.com

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Breaking Math is a deep-dive science, technology, engineering, AI, and mathematics podcast that explores the world through the lens of logic, patterns, and critical thinking. Hosted by Autumn Phaneuf, an expert in industrial engineering, operations research, and applied mathematics, and Noah Giansiracusa, a mathematician and leading voice in algorithmic literacy and technology ethics, the show is dedicated to uncovering the mathematical structures behind science, technology, and the systems shaping our future.What began as a conversation about math as a pure and elegant discipline has evolved into a platform for bold, interdisciplinary dialogue. Each episode of Breaking Math takes listeners on an intellectual journey—into the strange beauty of chaos theory, the ethical dilemmas of AI and algorithms, the hidden math of biology and evolution, or the physics governing black holes and the cosmos. Along the way, Autumn and Noah speak with working scientists, researchers, and thinkers across fields: computer scientists, physicists, chemists, engineers, economists, philosophers, and more.But this isn’t just a podcast about equations. It’s a show about how mathematics shapes the way we think, decide, build, and understand the world. Breaking Math pushes back against the idea that STEM belongs behind a paywall or an academic podium. It’s for the curious, the critical, and the creative—for anyone who believes that ideas should be rigorous, accessible, and infused with wonder.If you’ve ever wondered:<ul><li>What’s the math behind machine learning and modern algorithms?</li><li>How do we quantify uncertainty in climate and economic models?</li><li>Can intelligence or consciousness be meaningfully described in AI?</li><li>Why does beauty matter in an equation?</li></ul>You’re in the right place.At its heart, Breaking Math is about building bridges—between disciplines, between experts and the public, and between abstract mathematics and the messy, magnificent reality we live in. With humor, clarity, and deep respect for complexity, Autumn and Noah invite you to rethink what math can be—and how it can help us shape a better future.Listen wherever you get your podcasts.Website: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://breakingmath.io/">https://breakingmath.io</a>Linktree: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://linktr.ee/breakingmathmedia">https://linktr.ee/breakingmathmedia</a>Email: breakingmathpodcast@gmail.com

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Breaking Math is a deep-dive science, technology, engineering, AI, and mathematics podcast that explores the world through the lens of logic, patterns, and critical thinking. Hosted by Autumn Phaneuf, an expert in industrial engineering, operations research, and applied mathematics, and Noah Giansiracusa, a mathematician and leading voice in algorithmic literacy and technology ethics, the show is dedicated to uncovering the mathematical structures behind science, technology, and the systems shaping our future. What began as a conversation about math as a pure and elegant discipline has evolved into a platform for bold, interdisciplinary dialogue. Each episode of Breaking Math takes listeners on an intellectual journey—into the strange beauty of chaos theory, the ethical dilemmas of AI and algorithms, the hidden math of biology and evolution, or the physics governing black holes and the cosmos. Along the way, Autumn and Noah speak with working scientists, researchers, and thinkers across fields: computer scientists, physicists, chemists, engineers, economists, philosophers, and more. But this isn’t just a podcast about equations. It’s a show about how mathematics shapes the way we think, decide, build, and understand the world. Breaking Math pushes back against the idea that STEM belongs behind a paywall or an academic podium. It’s for the curious, the critical, and the creative—for anyone who believes that ideas should be rigorous, accessible, and infused with wonder. If you’ve ever wondered:What’s the math behind machine learning and modern algorithms?How do we quantify uncertainty in climate and economic models?Can intelligence or consciousness be meaningfully described in AI?Why does beauty matter in an equation?You’re in the right place. At its heart, Breaking Math is about building bridges—between disciplines, between experts and the public, and between abstract mathematics and the messy, magnificent reality we live in. With humor, clarity, and deep respect for complexity, Autumn and Noah invite you to rethink what math can be—and how it can help us shape a better future. Listen wherever you get your podcasts. Website: https://breakingmath.io Linktree: https://linktr.ee/breakingmathmedia Email: breakingmathpodcast@gmail.com

Breaking Math is a deep-dive science, technology, engineering, AI, and mathematics podcast that explores the world through the lens of logic, patterns, and critical thinking. Hosted by Autumn Phaneuf, an expert in industrial engineering, operations research, and applied mathematics, and Noah Giansiracusa, a mathematician and leading voice in algorithmic literacy and technology ethics, the show is dedicated to uncovering the mathematical structures behind science, technology, and the systems shaping our future.What began as a conversation about math as a pure and elegant discipline has evolved into a platform for bold, interdisciplinary dialogue. Each episode of Breaking Math takes listeners on an intellectual journey—into the strange beauty of chaos theory, the ethical dilemmas of AI and algorithms, the hidden math of biology and evolution, or the physics governing black holes and the cosmos. Along the way, Autumn and Noah speak with working scientists, researchers, and thinkers across fields: computer scientists, physicists, chemists, engineers, economists, philosophers, and more.But this isn’t just a podcast about equations. It’s a show about how mathematics shapes the way we think, decide, build, and understand the world. Breaking Math pushes back against the idea that STEM belongs behind a paywall or an academic podium. It’s for the curious, the critical, and the creative—for anyone who believes that ideas should be rigorous, accessible, and infused with wonder.If you’ve ever wondered:<ul><li>What’s the math behind machine learning and modern algorithms?</li><li>How do we quantify uncertainty in climate and economic models?</li><li>Can intelligence or consciousness be meaningfully described in AI?</li><li>Why does beauty matter in an equation?</li></ul>You’re in the right place.At its heart, Breaking Math is about building bridges—between disciplines, between experts and the public, and between abstract mathematics and the messy, magnificent reality we live in. With humor, clarity, and deep respect for complexity, Autumn and Noah invite you to rethink what math can be—and how it can help us shape a better future.Listen wherever you get your podcasts.Website: <a href="https://breakingmath.io/" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://breakingmath.io</a>Linktree: <a href="https://linktr.ee/breakingmathmedia" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://linktr.ee/breakingmathmedia</a>Email: breakingmathpodcast@gmail.com

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