This Halloween season at Math! Science! History!, we continue with the spookiness and I share with you my own ghost story! 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! 

To read the podcast's transcripts, visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com.

You can buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon at https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h

Until next time, carpe diem!

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It's Halloween season! Our obsession with spooky stories goes back over 2,000 years! Today's podcast tells of an ancient haunting, as well as some recent ones! And, you will hear about some scientists who honor the paranormal. It's going to get spooooooky!!

To read the podcast's transcripts, visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com.

You can buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon at https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h

Until next time, carpe diem!

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You know that little app you use on your phone to do your calculations? It has a fun, clunky history full of interesting inventions! The history of the calculator goes as far back as 300 CE with the Salamis Tablet. Today, we can graph in 3-D and solve even the most complex abstract algebraic equations! 

To read the podcast's transcripts, please visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com. While you are there, feel free to donate to the podcast through that cup of coffee button. 

Until next time, carpe diem!

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During the month of Earth Day, it is justifiable and poignant that we while we honor Mother Earth, we also honor Eunice Newton Foote, the world's first female climate scientist. Foote perfectly exemplified how women contribute to more than just the places that society wants us to remain. 

To read the podcast's transcripts, please visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com. While you are there, feel free to donate to the podcast through that cup of coffee button. 

To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life visit me at https://mathsciencehistory.com/hypatia-the-sum-of-her-life/  

Until next time, carpe diem!

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As Women's History Month ends, I want to introduce you to Catherine Macaulay, an eighteenth-century British historian who called for equality in education. She believed that by providing education to young girls and women, we could let go of social opinions and develop human potential.

To read the podcast's transcripts, please visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com. While you are there, feel free to donate to the podcast through that cup of coffee button. 

To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life visit me at https://mathsciencehistory.com/hypatia-the-sum-of-her-life/  

Until next time, carpe diem!

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Hypatia was one of the first female mathematicians that we know of. Her accomplishments were many. She was a valued Alexandrian teacher who taught mathematics, astronomy, and philosophy. She was a government advisor and was respected by leader all across the Roman Empire. Unfortunately, her death overshadows the sum of her incredible life. In this podcast, I read the first chapter of my book titled Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life! If you are interested in reading my book, please visit us at https://mathsciencehistory.com/hypatia-the-sum-of-her-life/ 

To read the podcast's transcripts, please visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com.

Until next time, carpe diem!

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Hipparchus was one of the first mathematicians who trigonometrically defined his astronomical observations through stereographic projection, which is incredibly awe-inspiring! 

To read the podcast's transcripts and to see a visual description of stereographic projection, please visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com.

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In June 2022, Emma Haruka Iwao and her team at Google computed pi to 100 trillion digits! But this number 3.1415, first determined by Archimedes, only had three digits. Archimedes left a huge impression on the world of math! 

To read the podcast's transcripts, visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com. For more information about podcasting through Libsyn, visit www.Libsyn.com and use the promo code FRIEND to get the first month free! 

To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h

Until next time, carpe diem!

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Many people think that Emilie du Chatelet's one true love was Voltaire, but it was not! Who (or what) did she love more?!

To read the podcast's transcripts, visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com. 

To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h

Finally, to read the works of du Chatelet, visit www.ProjectVOX.org

Until next time, carpe diem!

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Yes! Time Travel has a past! The history of time travel goes as far back as 400 BCE! Time travel stories empower us with insight into how we could have corrected the past or how we can change the future! Where would you like to travel to?!

To read the podcast's transcripts, visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com. 
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To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h

Until next time, carpe diem!

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We have many female contemporaries of women in science today. Believe it or not, even in ancient history, Rome had a few exceptional female contemporaries in science as well!

For more information on Hypatia, you can listen here: https://mathsciencehistory.libsyn.com/ep-15-hypatia-of-alexandria 

To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h

To read the podcast's transcripts, visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com. Until next time, carpe diem!

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This is part three of my series about the diabolical world of math in Renaissance Italy! In my last episode, Tartaglia became a mathematical celebrity. In this episode, Tartaglia meets Ferrari, then Ferrari is found murdered! Who murdered Ferrari?! To read the podcast's transcripts, visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com. Until next time, carpe diem!

To purchase my book, Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life visit https://a.co/d/5u1Jsn8 

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The term Tribology was presented in a landmark report by the brilliant engineer Peter Jost in 1966. The primary components of tribology include friction, wear, and lubrication. Since  the Jost Report, this field study has altered the trajectory of engineering in spaceflight, aerospace, healthcare and green energy. 

To read the podcast's transcripts, visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com.

You can buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon at https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h

Until next time, carpe diem!

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In my last podcast, I note that in 1494 Fra Luca Pacioli published his book the Summa. In the conclusion of his book, Pacioli posited an impossible problem! This roused curiosity and diabolical activity! To read the podcast's transcripts, visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com.

To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h

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Taxes and magic. Yes, the two go together in this story about Fra Luca Pacioli, who wrote one of the first textbooks on accounting - and magic! To read the podcast's transcripts, visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com. For more info on Lock Paper Scissors, please visit https://www.LockPaperScissors.co 

To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h

Until next time, carpe diem!

Gabrielle

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Fifty years ago Dr. Edward Lorenz coined the term the Butterfly Effect and validated Poincaré's findings on Chaos Theory. To read the podcast's transcripts, visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com. If you would like to hear an early-release, ad-free version of this podcast, come on over to www.Patreon.com/MathScienceHistory and sign up for a tier!  Until next time, carpe diem! Gabrielle All music by Lloyd Rodgers is in the Public Domain and has no copyright  and no rights reserved 

In eighteenth-century Europe, there was an increase in women entering the field of science, more so than in the seventeenth century. What inspired this incredible movement for women in STEM? To read the podcast's transcripts, visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com. If you would like to support my podcast, please visit my website, click on that coffee button, and buy me a cup of coffee!

To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h

Until next time, carpe diem!

Gabrielle

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I have mentioned before that the Pythagorean Theorem was not Pythagoras's discovery. This podcast looks at the tangible proof of the theorem, and where it might have come from! To read the podcast's transcripts, visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com. 

To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h

For Math! Science! History! merch, visit https://www.mathsciencehistory.store/

Until next time, carpe diem! Gabrielle

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When we last left off, Saint Thomas Aquinas was determined to join the Dominican order. However, it didn’t go well with the family, and his mother was not happy. What follows are the details of his effect on the Galileo Affair. 

To read the podcast's transcripts, visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com. 

To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h

Until next time, carpe diem!

Gabrielle

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The Greek philosopher Aristotle was born in 384 BCE. The Italian philosopher St. Thomas Aquinas was born in 1225. Galileo Galilei was born on February 15, 1564. Between the three of them, there is a story that spans almost 2000 years. That story is known as the Galileo Affair. To read the podcast's transcripts, visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com. 

To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h

For Math! Science! History! merch, visit https://www.mathsciencehistory.store/

Until next time, carpe diem!

Gabrielle

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Is mathematics invented or discovered? And if it is invented, can it be patented? Has it ever been patented? To read about the history of patents, visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com. 

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For Math! Science! History! merch, visit https://www.mathsciencehistory.store/

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Gabrielle

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In 1943, Euphemia Lofton Haynes was the first African American woman to earn a PhD in Mathematics. Her work in math was as profound as her commitment to education and civil rights. She worked tirelessly to ensure that every child, regardless of race, had the opportunity to learn and thrive. 

To read the podcast's transcripts, 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

Until next time, carpe diem!

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Helicopters have a rich history that began with the falling leaves from the Tree of Heaven. Today, we have NASA's Ingenuity helicopter flying on Mars. It's a beautiful history that has pushed the boundaries of what is possible and provided promising new horizons in aviation and beyond. 

To read the podcast's transcripts, 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

Until next time, carpe diem!

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Omar Khayyam was a brilliant mathematician in Iran in the 11th century. But, he was also an interdisciplinary thinker, which means that he was also an astronomer, a philosopher, a political advisor, and a poet. Even today his poems are read and revered around the world. 

To read the podcast's transcripts and to see the noted math equations, 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

Until next time, carpe diem!

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To learn more about the physics of roller coasters and read the podcast's transcripts, please visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com. And while you're there, please feel free to click on that coffee button and buy me a cup of coffee!

To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h

Until next time, carpe diem!

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Momentum! It's a term used in wide variety of contexts, but in Physics it is defined as "mass in motion." It is the product of an objects mass times its velocity. In this podcast I go into its history...and it's future! 

To read the podcast's transcripts and to see the noted math equations, 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

Until next time, carpe diem!

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My brain got away from me and I found myself going down a rabbit hole. While there, I revisited the math of Evariste Galois and his foundations to Abstract Algebra. I also ventured into the game Rummikub, the Olympics and swimming. Welcome to my brain.  

To read the podcast's transcripts, please visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com. While you are there, feel free to donate to the podcast through that cup of coffee button. 

Until next time, carpe diem!

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Evariste Galois was a brilliant mathematician with a passion for justice. He was only 22 when he was murdered. To this day, his murderers remain unknown. But his insightful mathematical theories are known throughout the world. This is his story. 

To read the podcast's transcripts, please visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com. While you are there, feel free to donate to the podcast through that cup of coffee button. 

Until next time, carpe diem!

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I'm diving deep into the chemistry of flavor, the history of spices, and the math behind crafting the perfect pumpkin spice latte. So go grab your cup of pumpkin spice whatever, get cozy, and let's explore!

To read the podcast's transcripts, visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com.

You can buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon at https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h

Until next time, carpe diem!

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François Viète was a lawyer and a cryptanalyst. As Spain was encroaching on France, his cryptography skills revealed how Spain would take down his beloved country. He did more than just alert the King. 

To read the podcast's transcripts, visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com.

You can buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon at https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h

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In 1916, Elizebeth Smith Friedman's, a budding literary analyst, was visiting Chicago when her career took an unexpected turn. Taking a job at Riverbank Laboratories analyzing Shakespeare, she eventually went on to be one of our most prominent codebreakers. 

To read the podcast's transcripts, 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

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The Secret to Growing Up by Lee Rosevere

Now You Are Here by Sergey Cheremisinov

Dances and Dames by Kevin MacLeod

Gifts of the Stars by Lloyd Rodgers

Due to the L.A. fires, I am reposting an older podcast about the history of Earth Day. It is sad to note that in my intro, you will hear alarming sirens in the background, which juxtaposes the beautiful sound of the birds chirping in the reposted podcast I recorded five years ago. 

If you want to donate to help those affected by the L.A. fires, I have several links on my Website at  www.MathScienceHistory.com. Thank you so much for your contribution and help!

To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h

Until next time, carpe diem!

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Rabbits are known for their breeding expertise. And the mathematician Fibonacci utilized that knowledge to create a thought experiment that led to a sequence of numbers that we refer to as the Fibonacci Sequence. This sequence can also be drawn into a curve that we see in nature and within our DNA. Yes, we are all mathematically connected! 

To read the podcast's transcripts, 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

Until next time, carpe diem!

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From Page to Practice by Bryan Teoh

This is a repost about Dr. Charles Drew from spring of 2020, and it is still timely, especially today. Even after Dr. Drew’s passing, his name lived on. His home was designated as a National Historic Landmark. The United States Postal Service honored him, schools have been named after him, and a United States Navy ship has been named after him. Also, in 2002, he was listed as one of the 100 greatest African Americans. The details are all in the podcast! Visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com ! And while you're there, please feel free to buy me a cup of coffee!

To purchase Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life, visit https://a.co/d/eU41Uun 

Thank you for listening! Until next week, carpe diem!

Gabrielle

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It's February and in Canada, Germany and the United States it's Black History Month! Today's episode celebrates three prominent Black Canadian scientists whose contributions to science made significant impacts not only in Canada, but around the world; they are William Allen Jones, Anderson Ruffin Abbott, and Sophia Bethena Jones.   

To read the podcast's transcripts, 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

Until next time, carpe diem!

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Selections from The Little Prince by Lloyd Rodgers

You may have never heard of Claude Mydorge, but in the seventeenth century he made a difference in the world of science. Sometimes even the smallest contributions to knowledge can have a lasting impact! 

Visit us at www.MathScienceHistory.com ! And while you're there, please feel free to buy us a cup of coffee!

Thank you for listening! Until next week, carpe diem!

Gabrielle

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It's Flashcard Friday! Have you ever been stuck trying to memorize a phone number, and address, or something even longer like your credit card? Try chunking it out. The tips are all in the podcast!

Visit us at www.MathScienceHistory.com ! And while you're there, please feel free to buy us a cup of coffee!

Thank you for listening! Until next week, carpe diem!

Gabrielle

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It's Black History Month! This week is a repost from season one about 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. She is, no doubt, 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 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 listening! Until next week, carpe diem!

Gabrielle

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It's Flashcard Friday! Have you ever made a mistake, and then realized it was the best mistake you've ever made?! Today's Flashcard is about a vacation, a petri dish and a mistake. For the transcripts, come visit us at www.MathScienceHistory.com ! And while you're there, please feel free to buy us a cup of coffee!

Thank you for listening! Until next week, carpe diem!

Gabrielle

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In this episode of Math! Science! History! we explore the life and legacy of Bob Moses, a pioneering activist and math educator. Discover how Moses used mathematics as a tool for social justice, empowering underserved communities with the freedom to learn and create change. We will delve into his work with the algebra project, his impact on civil rights, and how his unique approach to teaching math has influenced generations. Tune in for a deeper look at the role of education in shaping history.

If you are interested in reading more about Bob Moses, as well as the history of math and science, please visit me on my blog at www.MathScienceHistory.com !

Links and resources:

The Algebra Project
Bob Moses Biography

To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h

Thank you for listening! Until next week, carpe diem!

Gabrielle

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🔎 Episode Overview

In this Flashcard Friday episode of Math! Science! History!, we’re diving into a simple yet powerful math trick: The Rule of 72. Have you ever wondered how long it takes for your investment to double? Or how quickly inflation can cut your purchasing power in half? The Rule of 72 offers a quick mental shortcut to estimate these changes without needing a calculator.

Join host Gabrielle Birchak as she breaks down the math behind this rule, explains why it works, and explores real-world applications in investing, savings, and inflation. Learn how small percentage changes can significantly impact your financial future, and discover why savvy investors use this rule to guide their decisions.

Whether you're new to finance or just love a good math hack, this episode is packed with valuable insights! Tune in, get smarter, and impress your friends with this easy mental math trick.

🧠 What You’ll Learn:

✔️ The Rule of 72 is a Quick Way to Estimate Doubling Time
✔️ It Works for Both Investments and Inflation
✔️ Could be a great party trick, if you’re feeling nerdy

🏛 Links & Resources:
📖 Read more: 33 SMALL BUSINESS CALCULATIONS: https://amzn.to/4ic87Fb
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In this episode of Math, Science, History, we explore the incredible journey of Marjorie Rice—a homemaker who defied expectations and made a lasting impact on the world of mathematics. With nothing more than curiosity, determination, and a pencil, she discovered new classes of pentagonal tilings that had eluded professional mathematicians for decades. We’ll dive into her early life, the moment that sparked her fascination with tessellations, and the innovative methods she used to uncover patterns that changed mathematical history.

How did an amateur mathematician working from her kitchen table revolutionize an entire field? And what can we learn from her perseverance and unconventional approach to discovery? Join me as we uncover the remarkable story of Marjorie Rice and her legacy in the world of mathematics.

🧠 What You’ll Learn:

✔️ How Marjorie Rice discovered four new types of pentagonal tilings; something experts believed was impossible.

✔️ The importance of independent curiosity in mathematical discovery and how self-taught mathematicians have made major contributions throughout history.

✔️ How pentagonal tilings apply to real-world structures, from architecture to art and even natural patterns.

🏛 Links & Resources:
📖 Read more: Tilings of the Plane by Ehrhard Behrends https://amzn.to/4bcNdUf
📖 Read more: Tessellations: Mathematics, Art and Recreation https://amzn.to/416rkRC
🔗 Explore more on our website: mathsciencehistory.com
📚 To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h

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Selections from The Little Prince by Lloyd Rodgers
From Page to Practice by Bryan Teoh
Shopping with Mom by Gabrielle Birchak

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🔎 Episode Overview

In this special Women’s History Month episode of Math! Science! History! Flashcards, we explore the significance of women in leadership and why recognizing their contributions is more important than ever. We dive into the historic 1893 Congress of Women at the World’s Columbian Exposition in Chicago, where brilliant women like Ellen Swallow Richards, Mary Putnam Jacobi, and Christine Ladd-Franklin made their mark in science, medicine, and mathematics. Their pioneering work laid the foundation for gender equality in academia and beyond.

🧠 What You’ll Learn:

✅ The role of the 1893 Congress of Women in advancing gender equality in science and academia.
✅ The groundbreaking contributions of Ellen Swallow Richards in environmental science and sanitation.
✅ How Mary Putnam Jacobi shattered myths about women in medicine and advocated for medical education.
✅ Christine Ladd-Franklin’s revolutionary work in mathematical logic and color vision.
✅ Why Women’s History Month is essential for acknowledging and continuing the legacy of women’s contributions.

📚 Books to Read:

The Science and Art of Home Sanitation – Ellen Swallow Richards

Mary Putnam Jacobi and the Politics of Medicine in Nineteenth-Century America – Carla Bittel

Women in Science: 50 Fearless Pioneers Who Changed the World – Rachel Ignotofsky

The Madame Curie Complex: The Hidden History of Women in Science – Julie Des Jardins

 

🔗 Additional Resources:

Smithsonian Women’s History Initiative – https://womenshistory.si.edu

National Women’s History Museum – https://www.womenshistory.org

The Association for Women in Science (AWIS) – https://www.awis.org

🔗 Explore more on our website: mathsciencehistory.com
📚 To buy my book Hypatia: The Sum of Her Life on Amazon, visit https://a.co/d/g3OuP9h

 

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🔎 Episode Overview

In this episode of Math! Science! History!, we celebrate Women's History Month by highlighting two remarkable transgender figures in STEM: Dr. James Barry and Angela Clayton. Dr. Barry, a pioneering 19th-century surgeon, challenged societal norms to advance medical science and improve healthcare. Angela Clayton, a nuclear physicist, broke barriers in radiation safety and transgender advocacy. Their lives exemplify courage, innovation, and the pursuit of truth in both science and identity.

 

🧠 What You’ll Learn:

1.      The groundbreaking medical achievements of Dr. James Barry, including one of the first successful cesarean sections where both mother and child survived.

2.      How Angela Clayton revolutionized radiation protection and nuclear safety while advocating for transgender rights in the United Kingdom.

3.      The historical and ongoing challenges faced by transgender individuals in STEM and how both Barry and Clayton navigated them.

4.      The importance of advocacy, acceptance, and inclusion in both scientific communities and society at large.

🏛 Links & Resources:

International LGBTQ+ Rights Organizations:

·         Amnesty International - https://www.amnesty.org/en/what-we-do/discrimination/lgbt-rights/ 

·         Human Rights Watch - https://www.hrw.org/topic/lgbt-rights 

·         OutRight Action International - https://outrightinternational.org/ 

United Kingdom LGBTQ+ Rights Organizations:

·         Stonewall UK - https://www.stonewall.org.uk/ 

·         Mermaids UK (supporting transgender youth) - https://mermaidsuk.org.uk/ 

·         Press for Change (legal rights for transgender individuals) - http://www.pfc.org.uk/ 

United States LGBTQ+ Rights Organizations:

·         Human Rights Campaign - https://www.hrc.org/ 

·         National Center for Transgender Equality - https://transequality.org/ 

·         Lambda Legal - https://www.lambdalegal.org/ 

·         The Trevor Project (supporting LGBTQ+ youth) - https://www.thetrevorproject.org/ 

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My Nuclear World of Perfection by Gabrielle Birchak

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In this Flashcards episode of Math! Science! History!, we celebrate the life and legacy of Lillian Baumbach Jacobs, the first female master plumber in the U.S. Just in time for next week’s Fix a Leak Week, we explore how Lillian defied societal norms, mastered a trade dominated by men, and became an unexpected icon, even receiving fan mail from soldiers during the Korean War. From her early days learning plumbing alongside her father to becoming the head of Baumbach Plumbers, Lillian’s journey was one of perseverance, skill, and leadership. Her legacy not only paved the way for women in the trades but also serves as a powerful reminder that passion and expertise matter more than outdated stereotypes. In this episode, we discuss three major lessons we can take from her story—breaking barriers, following passion over stereotypes, and creating opportunities by challenging norms. Whether you’re pursuing a career in STEM, trades, business, or leadership, Lillian’s journey proves that no field is off-limits.

🧠 What You’ll Learn:

✔️ Break Barriers in Any Industry
✔️ Follow Passion Over Stereotypes
✔️ Create Opportunities by Challenging Norms

🏛 Links & Resources:

Women in Plumbing & Piping (WiPP) – wipp.org (A network supporting women in the plumbing industry)

The National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) – nawic.org (Support and scholarships for women in construction and trades)

The United Association (UA) – Plumbers & Pipefitters Apprenticeships – uanet.org

Fix a Leak Week Resources – epa.gov/watersense (EPA resources for water conservation and leak repair)

📢 📢 📢 Check out the podcast Etymoleon –Word History, the etymology podcast: https://etymoleon.com

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On Matters of Consequence from The Little Prince by Lloyd Rodgers

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🔎 Episode Overview

In this episode of Math, Science, History, we explore emergency plumbing fixes using simple math and physics principles. Learn quick tricks to stop leaks under your kitchen sink, whether it's a pipe joint, crack, or hole, until a plumber arrives. Discover why these methods work and how you can use everyday materials like rubber, tape, and even coins to minimize water damage. Plus, get valuable preventative tips to avoid future plumbing issues.

🧠 What You’ll Learn:

✔️ How to temporarily fix leaks in pipe joints, cracks, and holes using household items.
✔️ The science behind water pressure, vacuum effects, and compression sealing that makes these fixes effective.
✔️ Essential preventative measures to reduce the risk of plumbing leaks in the future.

📢 📢 📢 Check out the podcast Etymoleon –Word History, the etymology podcast: https://etymoleon.com

🏛 Links & Resources:

Women in Plumbing & Piping (WiPP) – wipp.org (A network supporting women in the plumbing industry)

The National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) – nawic.org (Support and scholarships for women in construction and trades)

The United Association (UA) – Plumbers & Pipefitters Apprenticeships – uanet.org

Fix a Leak Week Resources – epa.gov/watersense (EPA resources for water conservation and leak repair)

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🔎 Episode Overview

In this special Podcasthon Week episode of Math Science History, I sit down with Irene Duah-Kessie, the founder and executive director of Rise In STEM (RiseinSTEM.ca). Rise In STEM is a nonprofit dedicated to creating opportunities for underrepresented students in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Irene shares her inspiring journey, the impact of mentorship, and how her organization is breaking barriers in STEM education.

As part of Podcasthon (Podcasthon.org), this episode highlights an incredible organization making a difference. If you’re passionate about supporting diversity in STEM, tune in and learn how you can contribute!

Support Rise In STEM:

You can donate to Rise In STEM by visiting their website at RiseinSTEM.ca. Your support helps fund mentorship programs, scholarships, and STEM education initiatives for students who need them most.

🧠 What You’ll Learn:

The Importance of Representation in STEM: Why mentorship and visibility matter for young students from underrepresented backgrounds.

The Challenges and Triumphs of Running a Nonprofit: Irene shares the behind-the-scenes efforts to provide resources and mentorship.

How You Can Make a Difference: Ways to support Rise In STEM through volunteering, donations, and community outreach.

🏛 Links & Resources:

Rise In STEM https://RiseinSTEM.ca

Podcasthon https://www.Podcasthon.org

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FLASHCARDS: Agnodice and the Fight for Women in Medicine 

Episode Overview:

In this powerful episode of Math, Science, History, we journey back to ancient Athens to uncover the legendary story of Agnodice, a woman who risked everything to practice medicine in a world where women weren’t even allowed to learn it.

 Disguised as a man, trained by one of the greatest physicians of the time, and beloved by her patients, Agnodike became a symbol of resistance and compassion. But was she a real person, or a myth meant to inspire change? Gabrielle Birchak explores the history, controversy, and legacy of the world’s first known female doctor.

Whether fact or fiction, Agnodike's story resonates today in ongoing conversations about gender equality in medicine and science.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

1. How Agnodike challenged the norms of ancient Athenian society and risked her life to provide healthcare for women.
2. Why her trial became a pivotal moment for the rights of women in medicine—and what it reveals about ancient gender dynamics.
3. What historians debate about her existence and how her story still influences discussions about gender equity in science and healthcare today.

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🔎 Episode Overview

In this episode of Math! Science! History!, I sit down with the brilliant and engaging Kate Ertmann, the mathematician and storyteller behind Kate Loves Math. We discuss her fascinating journey from professional actress to 3D animation entrepreneur to organizational designer—ultimately landing in the world of math communication. Kate shares how math is embedded in everything, from human relationships to business structures, and how she embraces the power of chaos in life. Plus, we brainstorm a new podcast idea?!

🧠 What You’ll Learn:

-          How math is a universal language that connects tech, business, and creative minds.

-          The surprising truth about chaos—why it isn’t randomness, but a structured system with patterns.

-          How embracing imposter syndrome and finding your unique voice can empower you in any field.

🏛 Links & Resources:

🔗 Website: KateLovesMath.com
📩 Sign up for her Mathnificent Words newsletter for inspiring math insights!
📚 Get her top 10 recommended math books when you subscribe.
📱 Follow Kate on:

LinkedIn: Kate Ertmann

BlueSky: @katelovesmath (subject to change)

Instagram & Facebook (when she feels like it!)

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🔎 Episode Overview

In this shocking episode of Math! Science! History!, I uncover groundbreaking new research that challenges everything we thought we knew about the shape of our world. Are NASA and world governments hiding the truth? Could the moon landing have been staged? And what about gravity—is it even real? Buckle up as the podcast takes off into the most explosive scientific revelation of our time… or is it?

Prepare to have your mind blown, your worldview questioned, and, by the end of the episode, your skepticism sharpened, as we celebrate April Fools' Day with a lesson in critical thinking and the power of scientific inquiry.

🧠 What You’ll Learn:

The "new evidence" that “proves” the Earth is flat. Learn about the ultra-secret Institute of Geospatial Realignments and its shocking findings on Earth's curvature (or lack thereof).

How conspiracy theories manipulate data. Discover how selective evidence, out-of-context images, and logical fallacies can be used to build a compelling but completely false argument.

The importance of real scientific research. Understand why peer review, repeatability, and critical thinking are essential to separating fact from fiction.

 

🏛 Links & Resources:

https://www.landoverbaptist.net/forum/church-forums/creation-science/37168-scientific-proof-the-earth-is-flat

https://theonion.com/flat-earthers-explain-why-the-earth-is-flat-1850548548/

https://clickhole.com/

https://wiki.tfes.org/The_Flat_Earth_Wiki

https://www.reddit.com/r/FlatEarth/
Look for posts tagged with "Satire" or "Shtposting."*

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