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Breaking Math PodcastAuthor: Autumn Phaneuf
Breaking Math is a deep-dive science, technology, engineering, AI, and mathematics podcast that explores the world through the lens of logic, patterns, and critical thinking. Hosted by Autumn Phaneuf, an expert in industrial engineering, operations research and applied mathematics, and Gabriel Hesch, an electrical engineer (host from 2016-2024) with a passion for mathematical clarity, the show is dedicated to uncovering the mathematical structures behind science, engineering, technology, and the systems that shape our future.What began as a conversation about math as a pure and elegant discipline has evolved into a platform for bold, interdisciplinary dialogue. Each episode of Breaking Math takes listeners on an intellectual journeywhether its into the strange beauty of chaos theory, the ethical dilemmas of AI, the deep structures of biological evolution, or the thermodynamics of black holes. Along the way, Autumn and Gabriel interview leading thinkers and working scientists from across the spectrum: computer scientists, quantum physicists, chemists, philosophers, neuroscientists, and more.But this isnt just a podcast about equationsits a show about how mathematics influences the way we think, create, build, and understand. Breaking Math pushes back against the idea that STEM belongs behind a paywall or an academic podium. Its for the curious, the critical, the creativefor anyone who believes that ideas should be rigorous, accessible, and infused with wonder.If you've ever wondered: Whats the math behind machine learning? How do we quantify uncertainty in climate models? Can consciousness be described in AI? Why does beauty matter in an equation?Then youre in the right place.At its heart, Breaking Math is about building bridgesbetween disciplines, between experts and the public, and between the abstract world of mathematics and the messy, magnificent reality we live in. With humor, clarity, and deep respect for complexity, Autumn and Gabriel invite you to rethink wh Language: en Genres: Mathematics, News, Science, Tech News Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Math and Magic with Matt Baker
Tuesday, 14 April, 2026
In this episode, mathematician and award-winning magician Matt Baker explores the fascinating intersection of mathematics and magic, revealing how mathematical principles, intuition, and storytelling create unforgettable illusions. From a mind-reading trick based on the classic concept of “casting out nines” to his groundbreaking research on the Riemann–Roch theorem for graphs, Baker demonstrates how creativity and pattern recognition drive both mathematical discovery and magical performance. Chapters00:00 The Interplay of Math and Magic04:58 Aesthetic Connections in Math and Magic08:57 Balancing Family, Math, and Magic12:34 The Impact of Magic on Mathematical Thinking16:32 The Art of Clarity in Communication16:44 A Live Magic Demonstration25:14 Intuition and Pattern Recognition in Math30:03 The Riemann-Roch Theorem for Graphs41:42 The Role of AI in Mathematics and Magic50:21 The Art of Communicating Mathematics50:47 The Magic of Math and PerformanceFollow Matt Baker onFacebook (https://www.facebook.com/mbakermath)Academic (https://sites.google.com/view/mattbakermath/home/)Magic (http://mattbakermagic.com/)Follow Breaking Math onSubstack (https://breakingmath.substack.com/)Twitter (https://x.com/breakingmathpod)Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/breakingmathmedia/)Bluesky (https://bsky.app/profile/breakingmath.bsky.social)Website (https://www.breakingmath.io/)YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@BreakingMathPod)Follow Noah onInstagram (https://www.instagram.com/profnoahgian/)Twitter (https://x.com/ProfNoahGian)Bluesky (https://bsky.app/profile/profnoahgian.bsky.social)Follow Autumn onTwitter (https://x.com/1autumn_leaf)Bluesky (https://bsky.app/profile/1autumnleaf.bsky.social)Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/1autumnleaf/)Substack (https://substack.com/@1autumnleaf)email: breakingmathpodcast@gmail.com
