Have you ever been stuck trying to remember a long number? Want to know how to memorize it?
It’s February, and in Canada, Germany, and the United States, it’s Black History Month, when we reflect on the inspiring impact of many Black individuals and those of African heritage. As a side note, Black History Month is celebrated in October in the United Kingdom, Ireland, and the Netherlands. It’s a special month reserved for not only reminding the world
Today, we’re traveling back to the seventeenth century to meet a lesser-known figure in mathematics: Claude Mydorge. While not a household name like Descartes or Fermat, Mydorge contributed to the mathematical conversations of his time and quietly left a mark on the geometric landscape. So, who was Claude Mydorge, and why should we care about him today? Let’s unpack his story.
What do rabbits, nature’s cutest fluffballs, have to do with one of the most famous patterns in mathematics? Well, imagine this: a single pair of rabbits start multiplying—just two at first, but soon, the field is hopping with Rabbit DeNiros, Luke Skyhoppers, Marilyn Bun-roes, and Jessicas. Before you know it, you’re asking yourself: How many rabbits are there?’ And boom—you’ve
This week, due to lack of time, I will be reposting an older podcast that I did years ago about Earth Day because it serves as a valuable reminder during the current misfortune in Los Angeles, as well as the misfortune of other areas afflicted by climate change. No doubt, our planet is hurting. If you are interested in helping
Elizebeth Smith Friedman was a pioneering cryptanalyst whose groundbreaking work in codebreaking transformed American intelligence and reshaped the field of cryptography. In an era when few women worked in the sciences, Elizebeth rose to prominence through her skill, tenacity, and innovation. She began her career in the early nineteen hundreds at Riverbank Laboratories, where she learned to break complex ciphers
Francois Viète’s cryptanalysis marked a turning point in the French Wars of Religion, but his genius methods weren’t as complex as one might think.
Discover the chemistry of flavor, the history of spices, and the math behind the perfect pumpkin spice latte. Grab your favorite pumpkin spice treat, get cozy, and join me on this flavorful exploration!
Today, I share with you my own ghost story when I visited Luxor, Pennsylvania! Was it what I thought I saw? Was it real? Or was it science playing tricks on me? Because science can often debunk what we think we see!
In Greece, near Athens, there was an old house that always seemed empty. The renters would always move out early, claiming it was haunted. This house was infamous for its dark past; neighbors even claimed it was spooky. They said they could hear the clanking of chains echoing through the halls at night. Even brave young influencers would visit and