Math! Science! History!

🎧 Episode Overview Have you ever felt like you're stuck in time—waiting for change that never comes? In this episode of Math Science History , Gabrielle dives into the fascinating world of Zeno's Paradoxes , unraveling the ancient Greek puzzles that continue to influence modern science and mathematics. From Achilles and the tortoise to the Quantum Zeno Effect , this episode draws powerful connect...

Welcome to Flashcard Friday on Math Science History ! In today's bite-sized episode, we shift focus, literally and figuratively, onto photography. Whether you're using a smartphone or a professional camera, this quick guide reveals how simple mathematical concepts can dramatically improve your photo compositions. From the rule of thirds to the golden ratio and the exposure triangle, discover how m...

🔎 Episode Overview: In this episode of Math, Science, History , we dive into the fascinating life and work of Gérard Desargues, the 17th-century mathematician, engineer, and architect whose groundbreaking ideas in projective geometry laid the foundation for modern mathematical thought. Despite his contributions, Desargues' work was largely ignored during his lifetime, overshadowed by more well-kn...

FLASHCARDS: Hot and Cold Hacks for Temp Conversion 🔎 Episode Overview In this episode of Flashcard Friday on Math, Science, History , we dive into the fascinating history of temperature measurement and introduce an easy mental trick for converting between Fahrenheit and Celsius. Learn how Gabriel Fahrenheit and Anders Celsius developed their temperature scales, why different countries use differe...

🔎 Episode Overview In this shocking episode of Math! Science! History! , I uncover groundbreaking new research that challenges everything we thought we knew about the shape of our world. Are NASA and world governments hiding the truth? Could the moon landing have been staged? And what about gravity—is it even real? Buckle up as the podcast takes off into the most explosive scientific revelation o...

FLASHCARDS : Agnodice and the Fight for Women in Medicine   Episode Overview: In this powerful episode of Math, Science, History , we journey back to ancient Athens to uncover the legendary story of Agnodice, a woman who risked everything to practice medicine in a world where women weren't even allowed to learn it.  Disguised as a man, trained by one of the greatest physicians of the time, and bel...

🔎 Episode Overview In this episode of Math! Science! History! , I sit down with the brilliant and engaging Kate Ertmann, the mathematician and storyteller behind Kate Loves Math . We discuss her fascinating journey from professional actress to 3D animation entrepreneur to organizational designer—ultimately landing in the world of math communication. Kate shares how math is embedded in everything,...

🔎 Episode Overview In this episode of Math, Science, History , we explore emergency plumbing fixes using simple math and physics principles . Learn quick tricks to stop leaks under your kitchen sink, whether it's a pipe joint, crack, or hole, until a plumber arrives. Discover why these methods work and how you can use everyday materials like rubber, tape, and even coins to minimize water damage....

🔎 Episode Overview In this special Podcasthon Week episode of Math Science History , I sit down with Irene Duah-Kessie , the founder and executive director of Rise In STEM ( RiseinSTEM.ca ). Rise In STEM is a nonprofit dedicated to creating opportunities for underrepresented students in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Irene shares her inspiring journey, the impact of mentorship...

🔎 Episode Overview In this Flashcards episode of Math! Science! History! , we celebrate the life and legacy of Lillian Baumbach Jacobs , the first female master plumber in the U.S. Just in time for next week's Fix a Leak Week , we explore how Lillian defied societal norms, mastered a trade dominated by men, and became an unexpected icon, even receiving fan mail from soldiers during the Korean War...

🔎 Episode Overview In this episode of Math! Science! History! , we celebrate Women's History Month by highlighting two remarkable transgender figures in STEM: Dr. James Barry and Angela Clayton. Dr. Barry, a pioneering 19th-century surgeon, challenged societal norms to advance medical science and improve healthcare. Angela Clayton, a nuclear physicist, broke barriers in radiation safety and trans...

🔎 Episode Overview In this special Women's History Month episode of Math! Science! History! Flashcards, we explore the significance of women in leadership and why recognizing their contributions is more important than ever. We dive into the historic 1893 Congress of Women at the World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago, where brilliant women like Ellen Swallow Richards, Mary Putnam Jacobi, and Chr...

🔎 Episode Overview In this episode of Math, Science, History , we explore the incredible journey of Marjorie Rice—a homemaker who defied expectations and made a lasting impact on the world of mathematics. With nothing more than curiosity, determination, and a pencil, she discovered new classes of pentagonal tilings that had eluded professional mathematicians for decades. We'll dive into her early...

🔎 Episode Overview In this Flashcard Friday episode of Math! Science! History! , we're diving into a simple yet powerful math trick: The Rule of 72. Have you ever wondered how long it takes for your investment to double? Or how quickly inflation can cut your purchasing power in half? The Rule of 72 offers a quick mental shortcut to estimate these changes without needing a calculator. Join host Ga...

In this episode of Math! Science! History! we explore the life and legacy of Bob Moses, a pioneering activist and math educator. Discover how Moses used mathematics as a tool for social justice, empowering underserved communities with the freedom to learn and create change. We will delve into his work with the algebra project, his impact on civil rights, and how his unique approach to teaching mat...

It's Flashcard Friday! Have you ever made a mistake, and then realized it was the best mistake you've ever made?! Today's Flashcard is about a vacation, a petri dish and a mistake. For the transcripts, come visit us at www. MathScienceHistory.com  ! And while you're there, please feel free to buy us a cup of coffee! Thank you for listening! Until next week, carpe diem! Gabrielle Music is public do...

It's Black History Month! This week is a repost from season one about Dr. Roger Arliner Young. She was America's first black, female zoologist to get her doctorate.  This month I'll be honoring the black, noble goddesses in STEM who inspire, motivate, and forge paths for those who have been marginalized. She is, no doubt, one of my favorite sheroes who succeeded despite our structural racism and a...

It's Flashcard Friday! Have you ever been stuck trying to memorize a phone number, and address, or something even longer like your credit card? Try chunking it out. The tips are all in the podcast! Visit us at  www. MathScienceHistory.com  ! And while you're there, please feel free to buy us a cup of coffee! Thank you for listening! Until next week, carpe diem! Gabrielle Music is public domain. Li...

It's February and in Canada, Germany and the United States it's Black History Month! Today's episode celebrates three prominent Black Canadian scientists whose contributions to science made significant impacts not only in Canada, but around the world; they are William Allen Jones, Anderson Ruffin Abbott, and Sophia Bethena Jones.    To read the podcast's transcripts, please visit me at  www. MathS...

You may have never heard of Claude Mydorge, but in the seventeenth century he made a difference in the world of science. Sometimes even the smallest contributions to knowledge can have a lasting impact!  Visit us at  www. MathScienceHistory.com ! And while you're there, please feel free to buy us a cup of coffee! Thank you for listening! Until next week, carpe diem! Gabrielle Music is public domai...

This is a repost about Dr. Charles Drew from spring of 2020, and it is still timely, especially today. Even after Dr. Drew's passing, his name lived on. His home was designated as a National Historic Landmark. The United States Postal Service honored him, schools have been named after him, and a United States Navy ship has been named after him. Also, in 2002, he was listed as one of the 100 greate...

Rabbits are known for their breeding expertise. And the mathematician Fibonacci utilized that knowledge to create a thought experiment that led to a sequence of numbers that we refer to as the Fibonacci Sequence. This sequence can also be drawn into a curve that we see in nature and within our DNA. Yes, we are all mathematically connected!  To read the podcast's transcripts, please visit me at  ww...

Due to the L.A. fires, I am reposting an older podcast about the history of Earth Day. It is sad to note that in my intro, you will hear alarming sirens in the background, which juxtaposes the beautiful sound of the birds chirping in the reposted podcast I recorded five years ago.  If you want to donate to help those affected by the L.A. fires, I have several links on my Website at  www. MathScien...

In 1916, Elizebeth Smith Friedman's, a budding literary analyst, was visiting Chicago when her career took an unexpected turn. Taking a job at Riverbank Laboratories analyzing Shakespeare, she eventually went on to be one of our most prominent codebreakers.  To read the podcast's transcripts, please visit me at  www. MathScienceHistory.com . To buy my book  Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life  on Amazon,...

François Viète was a lawyer and a cryptanalyst. As Spain was encroaching on France, his cryptography skills revealed how Spain would take down his beloved country. He did more than just alert the King.  To read the podcast's transcripts, visit me at  www. MathScienceHistory.com . You can buy my book  Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life  on Amazon at  https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h Until next time, carpe diem! Sh...