Parker Levesque, Rayhan Walia

Math & Physics Podcast

Science EN ↓ 125 episodes

Two University of Toronto students in the math and physics program discuss interesting topics in the field.

Author

Parker Levesque, Rayhan Walia

Category

Science

Podcast website

mathandphysics.podbean.com

Latest episode

Oct 18, 2024

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Episodes

Episode #49 - Rocket Science Part 2 22.02.2021

Today we finally follow up on our part one of this much-awaited series. We talk about the newest Mars rover, living on Mars in the future, space missions, and more... Let us know if we should make a part 3!   Instagram: @math.physics.podcast Tiktok: @math.physics.podcast Email: math.physics.podcast@gmail.com Twitter: @MathPhysPod

Episode #48 - Interpreting the Universe w/ Paul Delaney 15.02.2021

Today we talk with Mr. Paul Delaney, a senior lecturer, and astrophysicist at York University. Enjoy this awesome conversation about special types of stars, multiple universes, and life elsewhere (even in our Solar system!). It's always a pleasure to talk with a professional in the field, and we hope you love this episode as much as we do!   Instagram: @math.physics.podcast Tiktok: @math.physics.p...

Episode #47 - Conscious Aliens w/ Julian Robinson 08.02.2021

Today we talk with Julian Robinson from his podcast, Deep thoughts deeper talks, about awesomely interesting topics as always. Enjoy this more relaxed podcast where we stray a little bit from math and physics-related topics and dive deeper into more fundamental questions about reality.   Check out the second part to our conversation here at Deep Thoughts Deeper Talks: https://open.spotify.com/show...

Episode #46 - The Million Dollar Problems 01.02.2021

Today we talk about the famous problems that will earn you 1 million dollars each for solving! But obviously, it's not as easy as you might think; these have been unsolved for a long time and will probably remain unsolved until the next millenium. Unless you're up to the task...   Instagram: @math.physics.podcast Tiktok: @math.physics.podcast Email: math.physics.podcast@gmail.com Twitter: @MathPhy...

Episode #45 - 3Blue1Brown Loves Math w/ Grant Sanderson 25.01.2021

Today we talk with Grant Sanderson from the amazing youtube channel 3Blue1Brown. His videos have inspired us in our careers so far and we absolutely enjoyed talking with him in what is officially the longest episode of the podcast ever. If you haven't seen his channel before, we highly recomend you check it out: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYO_jab_esuFRV4b17AJtAw   Instagram: @math.physics.po...

Episode #44 - Rocket Science 18.01.2021

Today we talk about the science behind rockets, so come on guys, it's not rocket sci... oh. Guess how many times we used that joke. How do rockets work? Why is there an entire science dedicated to it? Let us know what you think: Instagram: @math.physics.podcast Twitter: MathPhysPod TikTok: @math.physics.podcast Email: math.physics.podcast@gmail.com Website: mathandphysicspodcast.com Resources: htt...

Episode #43 - The Earth is Flat 11.01.2021

Today we discuss the infamous idea that claims the Earth is flat instead of spherical. Are these claims valid? Is it just a coincidence that physics can explain everything? Let us know what you think.   Instagram: @math.physics.podcast Tiktok: @math.physics.podcast Twitter: @MathPhysPod Email: math.physics.podcast@gmail.com

Episode #42 - The Heart of Quantum Mechanics ft. Dr Aephraim Steinberg 04.01.2021

Today we discuss quantum physics, for the first time, with somebody that's actually qualified to talk about quantum physics. Our second-year quantum mechanics professor, Dr. Aephraim M. Steinberg, joins us to talk about various topics in the field. What a great episode!   Instagram: @math.physics.podcast Tiktok: @math.physics.podcast Twitter: @MathPhysPod Email: math.physics.podcast@gmail.com Rich...

Episode #41 - Does Physics Even Exist? 28.12.2020

Today we discuss philosophical ideas in physics. Some belive that you can't even talk about physics without talking about philosophy. This is our second episode discussing philosophy, let us know what we should talk about next!   Instagram: @math.physics.podcast Email: math.physics.podcast@gmail.com Tiktok: @math.physics.podcast Twitter:  @MathPhysicsPod

Episode #40 - The Big Math 21.12.2020

Today we talk about the big math... the spicy math.... the calculus and all the subtopics one would cover in that class. We love calculus and here's why you should too... Instagram: @math.physics.podcast Email: math.physics.podcast@gmail.com

Episode #39 - Does Math Even Exist? 14.12.2020

Today we talk about the philosophical aspects of mathematics and we discuss interesting topics that could be a reality... or not?   Instagram: @math.physics.podcast Twitter: @MathPhysicsPod Email: math.physics.podcast@gmail.com   https://plato.stanford.edu/entries/philosophy-mathematics/

Episode #38 - History of Physics | Fourier/Taylor 07.12.2020

Today we talk about two different personalities that have both discovered two different ways to approximate functions. We discuss these two methods and the implications of each one. Website that helps your understanding of Fourier Transforms: http://www.jezzamon.com/fourier/   Let us know who you want us to do next in our History of Physics series. Email: math.physics.podcast@gmail.com Instagram:...

Episode #37 - BLACK HOLES 30.11.2020

Today we talk about one of the most fascinating objects our universe has to offer. How can this exist? How was it predicted? Black holes will truly blow your mind.   Email: math.physics.podcast@gmail.com IG: @math.physics.podcast

Episode #36 - Q.E.D. 21.11.2020

Check out our recorded video on youtube at https://youtu.be/O16GfRS_Jk4  Today we talk about logic and proofs. This was especially important for us in our first year and now in our courses as we study basic concepts in analysis.   How to Prove It - the book that will truly improve your understanding of logic and proofs : https://www.amazon.ca/How-Prove-Structured-Daniel-Velleman/dp/0521675995   IG...

Episode #35 - Rocking Maths with TomRocksMaths (Tom Crawford) 14.11.2020

Today we talk to Tom Crawford from the University of Oxford, and the Youtube channel TomRocksMaths. Make sure to check out his amazing content! @tomrocksmaths and tomrocksmaths.com   IG: @math.physics.podcast Email: math.physics.podcast@gmail.com

Episode #34 - History of Physics | Newton/Feynman 09.11.2020

Today we discuss the lives of two very influential personalities in the world of physics. This is the first installment in our new series "History of Physics".   Email: math.physics.podcast@gmail.com IG: @math.physics.podcast resources: https://www.feynmanlectures.caltech.edu/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=36GT2zI8lVA&list=WL&index=60

Episode #33 - The Big Bang 31.10.2020

Today we talk about one of the most mind-blowing events in history: the birth of our universe. What happens when a universe is born? How does it evolve into what we know it to be today?   Email: math.physics.podcast@gmail.com IG: @math.physics.podcast

Episode #32 - Life is a Simulation 24.10.2020

Today we discuss the popular ideas that point to the Universe actually being a simulation. Do you think it's possible?   IG: @math.physics.podcast Email: math.physics.podcast@gmail.com

Episode #31 - Answering Your Questions! (10k Q&A) 17.10.2020

Today we answer your questions, celebrating our 10 thousand downloads. Leave any more questions in the comments for next time.   IG: @math.physics.podcast Email: math.physics.podcast@gmail.com

Episode #30 - Inventing Physics 10.10.2020

Today we discuss physics in general, why it comes naturally through observations, why notation is important yet arbitrary, etc. Next episode is 10K Q&A so ask your questions on any of the platforms below!!! Instagram: @math.physics.podcast Email: math.physics.podcast@gmail.com

Episode #29 - Quantum Mechanics pt. 2 03.10.2020

It's finally here!!! We have put off this episode for a long time but we're glad to have done this part 2. Hope you enjoy!   IG: @math.physics.podcast Email: math.physics.podcast@gmail.com

Episode #28 - Developing Your Superpowers ft. Mathew Cater 26.09.2020

Today we have a lengthy discussion with our good friend, Matt, while we have the chance to record all in the same location. We talk about many different topics, so sit back and enjoy this awesome conversation.   Instagram @math.physics.podcast Email: math.physics.podcast@gmail.com

Episode #27 - Types of Numbers 19.09.2020

Today we discuss different types of numbers and why they are important in our modern theories. How can imaginary numbers even exist???   This episode was recorded live on youtube right now!!   Follow on instagram @math.physics.podcast Email: math.physics.podcast@gmail.com

Episode #26 - A Conversation with BlackPenRedPen (Steve Chow) 12.09.2020

Today we talk with one of our favorite math youtubers, BlackPenRedPen, about his career in maths and his youtube channel. Check out his channel for incredible math videos and interesting problems.   Make sure to follow to podcast where ever you might be listening and our new instagram page @math.physics.podcast Email: math.physics.podcast@gmail.com

Episode #25 - Atmospheric Physics ft. Dr Paul Kushner 05.09.2020

Today we interview our other first year physics professor, Dr Paul Kushner, who works here at the University of Toronto in the atmospheric physics and geophysics department.   Make sure to follow the podcast on instagram (@math.physics.podcast) and email us if you have any questions. Email: math.physics.podcast@gmail.com

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