We’re living through boom-times for Artificial Intelligence, with more and more of us using AI assistants like ChatGPT, DeepSeek, Grok and Copilot to do basic research and writing tasks. But what is the environmental impact of these technologies? Many listeners have got in touch with More or Less to ask us to investigate various claims about the energy and water use of AI.One claim in particular has caught your attention - the idea that the equivalent of a small bottle of drinking water is consumed

Send us a text Have you ever felt like every new math strategy or program is just more to juggle? From colorful problem-solving cards to trendy new resources, it's easy to feel like you're constantly adding to your plate — without seeing deeper learning stick. In this episode, Mona Iehl shares how she stopped the cycle of piling on and started using a student-centered math approach that truly transformed her classroom. 🔄 Ready to Shift? Here’s How to Make It Happen You don’t need a new

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Nel mio ultimo articolo su questo blog sostenevo che bisogna mettere al centro i problemi che si vogliono risolvere, non le tecnologie che si vogliono adottare, anzi, di per sé, non si dovrebbe neppure voler adottare una tecnologia, ma trovare le tecnologie corrette a partire dal problema, ma questa è tante volte solo teoria: in pratica, molto spesso si parte avendo già in testa delle tecnologie, e non è neppure sbagliato, se comunque si mantiene il focus sul problema.Ho fatto cenno anche ad un

In the midst of the television coverage of Soccer Aid, a celebrity soccer match organised by Unicef, the audience was told that “one in six children around the world are currently living through war”. Listener Isla got in touch with More or Less to ask whether the claim was correct, so we tracked down the source to an organisation called the Peace Research Institute Oslo.Research director Siri Aas Rustad tells us how they worked out a figure for the number of children living near to a “conflict” and

Send us a text Have you ever stared at your lesson plans, pacing guide, and testing calendar and wondered: How am I supposed to fit all of this in? If so, this episode was made for you. Host Mona Iehl, math coach and creator of Word Problem Workshop, helps you shift from cramming content to making room for deep thinking, math talk, and student growth. We’ve all asked it: How do I fit it all in? But Mona flips the script and offers a more powerful question: What really needs to fit? This episo...

Parents and teachers! Are you looking for ideas to help with math at home?Sometimes all it takes is 5 minutes daily to have a huge impact on your child’s learning and math skills!These 5 games require no materials only your time with your child and your helping your kids with math in the process!You can get these game ideas and more in this Math Game Activity Book!This post contains affiliate linksHelpful LinksMath Games Activity BookBlog PostLet's Connect!InstagramWebsiteYouTube Channel

Manchester United are terrible, even according to their own manager. Last season saw their worst ever performance in Premier League history.But at the same time, according to Forbes magazine, they’re still the second most valuable football club in the world. How is that possible?Tim talks to Kieran Maguire, a football finance expert and the author of The Price of Football, to find out the secret of Manchester United’s financial success. Presenter: Tim HarfordProducer: Nicholas Barrett Series

Send us a text If you're trying to reach every student by creating multiple versions of your math lesson—this episode is for you. Host Mona Iehl, math coach and creator of Word Problem Workshop, shows you how to differentiate effectively without doubling your workload. The secret? One well-chosen, open-ended problem—and the right mindset to support it. Many of us grew up believing that differentiation meant creating different work for different learners—and then spent hours doing just that. B...

The summer slide is real! If you are a parent, caregiver, or teacher looking for games to play or suggest to your families, this episode is for you! This episode contains 7+ game ideas to help your little ones with math over the summer! No worksheets are required!Have a topic you want me to discuss? Fill out the Google Form!Helpful LinksBlogActivity BookDicePlaying CardsFree Games and Practice PagesLet's Connect!InstagramWebsiteYouTube Channel

Fenrir and Aoede dive into the must-have skills for developers in 2025. From mastering AI tools like GitHub Copilot and LangChain to nailing prompt engineering and system design, learn how to stay ahead in an AI-first world. Plus, why curiosity and adaptability are your superpowers. Tune in for practical tips to boost your career!

How does economics help us understand conflicts through history? That’s the question that economist and journalist Duncan Weldon tries to answer in his new book, Blood and Treasure. Tim talks to Duncan about the economic perspective on Viking raiders, Spanish conquest and the Vietnam war.Presenter: Tim HarfordProducer: Tom Colls Production co-ordinator: Brenda Brown Sound mix: Neil Churchill Editor: Richard Vadon

Send us a text Is your math block filled with silence so thick you can hear pencils stretching? This episode is for you. Host Mona Lehl is flipping the script on what a “focused” math class sounds like—and spoiler alert: it’s not silent. Real math thinking creates a buzz, and Mona is here to help you lean into the noise. 🔧 3 Ways to Keep the Math Talk Productive Worried the noise will spiral into chaos? Mona shares three practical strategies that turn chatter into meaningful collaborati...

In this episode of Your Guide to Engineering, Ashley, introduces random variables while connecting probability concepts like sample spaces and counting. She simplifies two foundational ideas in probability while weaving in her inspiring academic journey from remedial math to upper-level engineering courses. Whether you’re new to these concepts or revisiting them, this episode offers both clarity and motivation to keep learning.

Send us a text In this episode of Living Proof, we speak with renowned filmmaker Ekaterina Eremenko about her film "Portrait of Olga Ladyzhenskaya", which tells the story of the legendary Russian mathematician celebrated for her groundbreaking work in partial differential equations and fluid dynamics. Ekaterina shares what inspired her to bring Ladyzhenskaya’s life to the screen, explores the creative process behind the film, and reflects on the powerful intersection of art and science. The f...

This conversation explores the intricate relationship between mathematics and artificial intelligence (AI) for people who don't want to get too math heavy and want things simplified as much as possible. It delves into how algorithms, machine learning, and various mathematical tools like linear algebra, calculus, and statistics form the backbone of AI technologies. The discussion highlights real-world applications of AI, the ethical implications of its use, and the importance of mathematical literacy

In today’s episode, we’re diving into simple, hands-on ways to help your child practice writing numbers — without the boredom or frustration! Whether you're a parent, teacher, or caregiver, these playful activities will keep young learners engaged while building fine motor skills and number sense.First up, we talk about Water Painting, the perfect activity for hot summer days. Grab a paintbrush and a cup of water, and let your child “paint” numbers on the sidewalk or wall. It’s fun, mess-free, and

It’s been over three years since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine and the human toll is growing on both sides.Recently, politicians and journalists have declared a grim milestone, one million Russian casualties.But is this number accurate? Tim talks to Seth Jones, from the Center for Strategic and International Studies, and Olga Ivshina, from the BBC Russian service, to investigate this statistic.If you’ve seen a number in the news you think we should take a look at, email the More or Less

Send us a text If you've ever scrolled past a flawless math lesson on Instagram and thought, “That could never be me,” this episode is for you. Host Mona—former teacher, math coach, and author of the upcoming Word Problem Workshop—gets real about what it actually takes to be a great math teacher. Spoiler: it’s not perfection or having all the answers. It’s creating the space for your students to think. 🎧 Ready to change the way you think about teaching math? You’ll want to hear this one. 📥