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Math! Science! History!

Gabrielle Birchak

Why do some scientific breakthroughs look different up close than they do in our textbooks? How did math quietly shape the modern world? Math! Science! History! explores the human side of discovery, including the rivalries, the failed attempts, the bold ideas, and the marginalized voices behind the equations and experiments that changed science, technology, and everyday life. Hosted by Gabrielle Birchak, who holds degrees in mathematics and journalism, the show connects codebreaking, astronomy,

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Episode 27 - Happy Earth Day

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2020/04/21

Wednesday, April 22, 2020, is Earth Day! Inspired by one woman, the history of Earth Day is fairly recent but so meaningful! This beautiful blue ball that we live on has given us so much! Isn't it time we give back? If you are interested in reading more about the history of math and science, please visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com ! And while you're there, please feel free to buy me a cup of coffee, because every cup of coffee keeps my podcast up and running! You can buy my book Hypatia: The

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Episode 26 - The History of the Microscope

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2020/04/13

On April 13, 1625, Giovanni Faber coined the term microscope when Galileo was possibly plagiarizing Drebbel's design for this amazing tool that could see tiny things on a large scale! The details are all in the podcast! If you are interested in reading more about the evolution of the microscope and seeing the links mentioned in this podcast, please visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com ! And while you're there, please feel free to buy me a cup of coffee, because every cup of coffee keeps my podcast

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Episode 25 - Charles Drew and his Blood Mobiles

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2020/04/05

In 1942, almost 80 years ago, Dr. Charles Drew resigned from his role as Director of the first American Red Cross Blood Bank. As an African American, he knew that prejudice could kill when the Army and Navy wouldn't stop segregating blood donations. His medical expertise saved lives and changed the landscape of blood banking, and it's all in the podcast! If you are interested in reading more about the history of math and science, please visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com ! And while you're

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Episode 24 - Chaos Theory

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2020/03/30

We are living in chaotic times! But the mathematical laws of nature tell us that, even in chaos there is order! Chaos Theory is a beautiful theory that helps us find that order. If you are interested in seeing images of the beautiful fractals that I mention, as well as seeing Lorenz's Attractor, please visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com ! And while you're there, please feel free to buy me a cup of coffee, because every cup of coffee keeps my podcast up and running! For Math! Science! History

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Episode 23 - Emmy Noether

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2020/03/22

Emmy Noether was born on March 23, 1882. In her lifetime, she changed the landscape of algebra and physics. Einstein referred to her as a significant creative mathematical genius! Her mathematics and the story of her life are astounding! If you are interested in learning more about Noether's Theorem, I have videos on my Website at www.MathScienceHistory.com ! So please, visit me! And while you're there, please feel free to buy me a cup of coffee! Thank you for listening! Until next week, carpe

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Episode 22 - Scientist: Have You Heard About the Word?

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2020/03/10

In 1834 the scientist William Whewell proposed a term that would combine the activities of physicists, chemists, philosophers, philologists, and mathematicians. That word was Scientist! But, there was push back and entertaining infighting in Britain about the absurdity of the word and it's all in the podcast! If you are interested in reading more about the word scientist, I have links on my Website at www.MathScienceHistory.com ! So please, visit me! And while you're there, please feel free to buy

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Episode 21 - 2020 is Leap Year

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2020/02/27

This year, February 28 is not the last day of the month! Happy Leap Year! If you aren't familiar with the origins of Leap Year, have I got a story for you!! I also explain how Leap Year is organized! If you are interested in reading stories about the history of math and science, please feel free to visit me at my blog at www.MathScienceHistory.com ! Thank you so much for listening! Until next week, carpe diem! Gabrielle Birchak Music is public domain. Little Prince by Lloyd Rodgers.

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Episode 20 - Angie Turner King

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2020/02/16

It's Black History Month! Dr. Angie Turner King left a huge legacy in the world of black academia in STEM. She didn't just forge a path, she built a highway for African Americans in STEM. Her legacy includes Katherine Johnson and Jasper Brown, just to name a couple. She was voted as a favorite professor and she helped to change the landscape of academic diversity. If you are interested in reading more about the history of math and science, please visit me on my blog at www.MathScienceHistory.com

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Episode 19 - Shirley Ann Jackson

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2020/02/09

It's Black History Month! This week, I talk about Dr. Shirley Ann Jackson. She is America's first black, female physicist to earn her doctorate. This month I am honoring the black, noble goddesses in STEM who inspire, motivate, and forge paths for those who have been marginalized. Each week I talk about one of my favorite sheroes who succeeded despite our structural racism and antiquated gender bias. If you are interested in reading more about the history of math and science, please visit me on

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Episode 18 - Roger Arliner Young

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2020/02/03

It's Black History Month! This week, I introduce 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. Each week I'll talk about one of my favorite sheroes who succeeded despite our structural racism and antiquated gender bias. If you are interested in reading more about the history of math and science, please visit me

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Episode 17 - Science, Literature, and Logic

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2020/01/26

January 27 marks the 188th anniversary of Lewis Carrol's birthday. Many people know him as the author of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland. Many don't know that he was also a mathematician, who wove logic into his story. If you are interested in seeing diagrams and an explanation of the logic that he used in the Mad Hatter Tea Party dialogue, or are interested in reading literature by scientists and mathematicians, www.MathScienceHistory.com ! To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon,

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Episode 16 - Physics of the Flip Flap Rollercoaster

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2020/01/19

In the 19th century, rollercoasters were new and exciting. Sometimes too exciting. Like, a 12 G-force, break your neck exciting! How was this even possible in 1895?! If you are interested in reading more about the physics and math of these early rollercoasters, or are interested in learning more about the history of math and science, please visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com ! To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h Thank you for listening! Until next

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Episode 15 - Hypatia of Alexandria

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2020/01/11

The story about Hypatia of Alexandria is almost 2,000 years old. She was one of our earliest female mathematicians, astronomers, philosophers, and professors. But above all of that, she was loved by Alexandria! So why was she murdered?! The answer is in the podcast! If you are interested in reading more about the history of math and science, please visit me on my blog at www.MathScienceHistory.com ! To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h Thank you for

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Episode 14 - The Roaring 20s

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2019/12/30

The 2020s are upon us!! One hundred years ago, the 1920s produced a wealth of technology and discoveries! But, did you know that the other 20s since the first century brought us some amazing math, science, and technology?! If you are interested in reading more about the history of math and science, please visit me on my blog at www.MathScienceHistory.com ! Thank you for listening! Until next week, carpe diem! Gabrielle Music is public domain. Little Prince by Lloyd Rodgers.

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Episode 13 - Eccentric Scientists Holiday Party On!

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2019/12/17

The holidays are upon us! What better way to celebrate than sharing a fun logic puzzle about five weird scientists and their holiday celebration. For the sake of the puzzle, let us just assume that these scientists are neighbors, and all exist in the same era. They include William Buckland, Tycho Brahe, Ilya Ivanovich Ivanov, Stubbins Ffirth, and Pythagoras. I will post my answers next week on my blog at MathScienceHistory.com - Play along!! Carpe diem! Gabrielle Music is public domain. Little

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Episode 12 - Admiral Grace Hopper

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2019/12/08

Admiral Grace Murray Hopper was born on December 9, 1906, in New York, New York. The story of her brilliance and her life is inspiring. She exemplified perseverance. From college to the Navy to her work with compilers, she never gave up! I have a video on my Website of her interview on 60 Minutes, which is one of my favorites. www.MathScienceHistory.com Thank you for listening! Until next week, Carpe Diem! Gabrielle Music is public domain. Little Prince by Lloyd Rodgers. www.LloydRodgers.com

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Episode 11 - Reading Ancient Herculaneum Scrolls

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2019/12/02

When Mount Vesuvius erupted in 79 CE, it destroyed yet preserved the ancient world of Herculaneum, along with the Villa de Papyri. In 1752, excavators discovered almost 1,800 scrolls, that today we are finally able to "unwrap" and read thanks to Artificial Intelligence. You can find more video, images, and more details about these ancient papyri at my Website www.MathScienceHistory.com Thanks for listening! - Gabrielle Birchak Music is public domain. Little Prince by Lloyd Rodgers.

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Episode 10 - Euclid's Elements

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2019/11/19

Euclid's Elements is considered one of the most foundational bodies of work in the field of mathematics. Written around 300 BCE (over 2,000 YEARS AGO!), it was a textbook that provided students the opportunity to learn most of the theories and propositions written at that time. However, even though it was groundbreaking, there was already a history of math that preceded this book, as you will find out. If you are interested in learning more about the history of math and science, please feel free to

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Episode 9 - Nigel Tufnel and Doubling the Cube

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2019/11/11

Happy 11-11! t's Nigel Tufnel Day! If you've seen Spinal Tap, you know that D-minor is the saddest of all keys. You also know that Nigel didn't know the difference between inches and feet, much like the ancient Delians didn't know the difference between length and volume. The Delian Problem, also known as Doubling the Cube, provides a problem that is impossible to solve. This fun problem is definitely worth tackling and learning more about! If you want to learn more about the Delian Problem, please

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Episode 8 - The Astrolabe

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2019/11/04

If you think that you need a telescope to enjoy our gorgeous November night skies, think again! In 300 BCE Hipparchus invented the astrolabe. It was an all-purpose handy tool used to find the constellations in the night sky, as well as to measure rivers and buildings. If you are interested in learning more about the astrolabe, please come visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com. I'll have links to resources that can even assist you in building your own astrolabe! Carpe diem! - Gabrielle Music is

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