Best Ian Santos Podcasts (2024)

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Salem Witch Trials: Coven of Conspiracy with Em Schulz and Christine Schiefer | 44 45:03

7h ago45:03

45:03

Back in the day, Salem Village was awash in bad vibes. What started as a few stressed out colonial tweens messing around became a conspiracy of religious paranoia with townsfolk turning on each other quicker than Kendrick and Drake. Months of false testimony and baseless accusations in packed courtrooms resulted in death, ruin, and one of the most …

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102: The Intersection of Mathematics and Democracy 1:02:01

4d ago1:02:01

1:02:01

This discussion Autumn and Gabe delves into Ismar Volic's personal background and inspiration for writing the book, “Making Democracy Count” as well as the practical and theoretical aspects of voting systems. Additionally, the conversation explores the application of voting systems to everyday decision-making and the use of topological data analysi…

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How O.J. Simpson's Memoir Ended Up in Book Jail with Boze and Carl Tart | 43 44:27

7d ago44:27

44:27

You know the Bronco chase, the trial and the glove, but do you know …the book? In 2006, O.J. Simpson teamed up with prominent publisher, Judith Regan, to make a killing from his controversial life story. With the help of a ghostwriter, they created a “hypothetical” tell-all book about the actual murders O.J. stood trial for. Thousands of copies wer…

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Math Lounge: Celebrating 101 Episodes 47:41

11d ago47:41

47:41

In this conversation, Gabe and Autumn celebrate the 101st episode of Breaking Math and discuss the evolution of the podcast. They highlight the importance of creativity in teaching mathematics and share their plans to expand Breaking Math into Breaking Math Media. They also discuss the history of physics and the big questions that inform the podcas…

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Watergate: Deep Throat, Deeper Trouble with Langston Kerman and Gareth Reynolds | 42 50:27

14d ago50:27

50:27

In 1972, five clumsy burglars broke into the Democratic National Committee headquarters at the Watergate Hotel. They were armed with tear gas pens, wads of cash, and enough surveillance equipment to make the NSA blush - and they were immediately caught. What could’ve been written off as the dumbest burglary in history swiftly unraveled through leak…

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100: Creating Inclusive Spaces for LGBTQIA+ in STEM 1:15:17

18d ago1:15:17

1:15:17

In this episode Autumn is joined by Erika Lynn Dawson Head, the Executive Director of Diversity and Inclusive Community Development for the Manning College of Information and Computer Sciences, discusses her role in STEM, mentorship, and community building. The conversation dives into allyship, LGBTQ+ support, and the challenges of creating safe an…

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Segway: Ridin' Nerdy with Adam Rose | 41 41:56

19d ago41:56

41:56

Before it became the butt of countless jokes and the preferred transportation for mall cops, the Segway had grand ambitions. Its inventor, Dean Kamen, believed his self-balancing, two-wheeled electric scooter would change the way we get around, and ultimately eliminate the need for cars all together. But when the rubber met the road and consumers m…

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Listen Now: Wow in the World's Summer of Wow! 6:15

23d ago6:15

6:15

Wow in the World is the #1 science podcast for kids and their grown-ups. Hosts Mindy Thomas and Guy Raz share stories about the latest news in science, technology, and innovation. Stories that give kids hope, agency and make us all say "WOW"! New episodes come out every Monday. Listen to Wow in the World: http://wondery.fm/wowintheworld. See Privac…

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Minisode: Absolutely Nothing 19:32

25d ago19:32

19:32

In this episode of Breaking Math, Autumn and Gabe explore the concept of nothingness and its significance in various fields. They discuss the philosophical, scientific, mathematical, and literary aspects of nothingness, highlighting its role in understanding reality and existence. They mention books like 'Incomplete Nature' by Terence Deacon and 'Z…

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New Coke Goes Flat with Preacher Lawson and Paul F. Tompkins | 40 46:33

26d ago46:33

46:33

In the early 90’s, an earth shattering event occurred that would change the face of American culture forever: Coca-Cola changed their recipe. New Coke was supposed to be sweeter to combat the rising popularity of Pepsi, but the customer reaction was decidedly sour. Lawsuits and public outrage contributed to the PR Nightmare - somehow hiring Bill Co…

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99 (Part II) Math in Drag: Interview with OnlineKyne 27:54

1M ago27:54

27:54

Summary This episode is an interview with OnlineKyne, the author of the book Math in Drag. The conversation focuses on how to be an effective online educator and covers various topics in mathematics, including Cantor's infinite sets, probability, and statistics. The interview also delves into the process of writing the book and highlights the conne…

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JCPenney Sells Out with Joel Kim Booster and Scott Seiss | 39 49:02

1M ago49:02

49:02

When JCPenney, the 100-year-old department store, decided to rebrand in 2011, they sought the best in the biz to give them a makeover. Enter Ron Johnson, the affable retail genius behind the Apple Store. Hailed as a techy visionary, Johnson was supposed to reinvent the brand. Instead, he alienated customers with high prices and a baffling shopping …

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98. Math in Drag: An Episode with Math Educator Kyne Santos 27:57

1M ago27:57

27:57

Summary In this conversation, Gabriel Hesch interviews Kyne Santos, an online creator who combines art, music, and performance in math education. They discuss the intersection of math and music, the controversy surrounding math and drag, and the creative side of math. They also explore topics such as topology, mathematical shapes, and influential b…

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Olestra: The Crappiest Flop of All with Kevin James Thornton | 38 37:24

1M ago37:24

37:24

After 30 years of development, Procter & Gamble rolled out a new, calorie-free oil substitute with the luxurious name, Olestra. This “miracle food” was supposed to revolutionize junk food and allow snackers to eat all the chips and crackers they could cram down their gullets without gaining any weight. Unfortunately for Procter & Gamble, Olestra di…

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97: (Part 2) Can We Survive on Mars? Hot Tips with Zach Weinersmith 34:11

2M ago34:11

34:11

In this conversation, Autumn Phaneuf interviews Zach Weinersmith, a cartoonist and writer, about the feasibility and implications of space settlement. They discuss the challenges and misconceptions surrounding space colonization, including the idea that it will make us rich, mitigate war, and make us wiser. They explore the potential of the moon an…

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George Santos: Snatch Me If You Can with Jon Lovett and Monét X Change | 37 46:57

2M ago46:57

46:57

US Congressman George Santos was an inspiring embodiment of the American dream. A son of immigrants who worked his way through the finest universities, rose through the ranks of Wall Street and started his own successful business before winning an election. Only catch? Almost none of it was true. Santos lied, schemed and embezzled his way into Cong…

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96: Can We Survive on Mars? Hot Tips with Zach Weinersmith 32:43

2M ago32:43

32:43

In this conversation, Autumn Phaneuf and Zach Weinersmith discusses his new book, A City on Mars, which takes a humorous look at the challenges of building a Martian society. He explores the misconceptions and myths surrounding space settlement and the feasibility of colonizing Mars. He argues that space is unlikely to make anyone rich and that the…

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Downsizing WeWork with Smosh's Ian Hecox and Courtney Miller | 36 46:30

2M ago46:30

46:30

Can the office also be a party? Would you really want it to be? For WeWork’s CEO and founder Adam Neumann, the answer was an unequivocal, hell yes! Neumann propelled his co-working space empire to incredible heights and a valuation over $45B, all while throwing nonstop ragers, hot boxing his private jet, and arm wrestling with Jared Kushner. But wh…

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What's the Use? Interview with Professor Ian Stewart 44:01

2M ago44:01

44:01

Welcome to another engaging episode of the Breaking Math Podcast! Today's episode, titled "What is the Use?," features a fascinating conversation with the renowned mathematician and author, Professor Ian Stewart. As Professor Stewart discusses his latest book "What's the Use? How Mathematics Shapes Everyday Life," we dive deep into the real-world a…

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Beanie Babies Go Bust with Ian Karmel and Brian Moller | 35 40:47

2M ago40:47

40:47

When eccentric toy maker Ty Warner created a new line of floppy stuffed animals with cute names and charming poems, he unleashed pure havoc and chaos into the world. At the height of Beanie Mania, people spent their life savings and even assaulted others to collect the rare creatures like Patti the Platypus and Ziggy the Zebra before they “retired”…

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95: Bayes' Theorem Explains It All: An Interview with Tom Chivers 49:18

2M ago49:18

49:18

Summary Tom Chivers discusses his book 'Everything is Predictable: How Bayesian Statistics Explain Our World' and the applications of Bayesian statistics in various fields. He explains how Bayesian reasoning can be used to make predictions and evaluate the likelihood of hypotheses. Chivers also touches on the intersection of AI and ethics, particul…

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Dance Moms: Abby Lee Miller Behind Barres with Ronnie Karam and Ben Mandelker | 34 44:23

2M ago44:23

44:23

Abby Lee Miller was the force behind the hit reality show "Dance Moms" where she hurled insults - and occasionally chairs - to motivate future stars like JoJo Siwa and Maddie Ziegler. But while Abby was rising to the top of her own pyramid, she was also choreographing a little thing called financial fraud. Find out what happens when you text your a…

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94. Interview with Steve Nadis, Co-author of 'Gravity of Math' 52:40

3M ago52:40

52:40

Summary **Tensor Poster - If you are interested in the Breaking Math Tensor Poster on the mathematics of General Relativity, email us at BreakingMathPodcast@gmail.com In this episode, Gabriel Hesch and Autumn Phaneuf interview Steve Nadis, the author of the book 'The Gravity of Math.' They discuss the mathematics of gravity, including the work of I…

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How MoviePass Bombed at the Box Office with Jamie Loftus and Austin Nasso | 33 40:55

3M ago40:55

40:55

Stacy Spikes came to Hollywood with dreams of revolutionizing the industry. His creation, MoviePass, promised to offer low-fee, all-you-can-watch theater subscriptions for movie fans. The only problem? It couldn't make any money. Find out what happens when Stacy sells out to an eccentric investor, why a dog had to issue an apology to customers, and…

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93. The 10,000 Year Problem (feat. David Gibson of Ray Kitty Creation Workship) 34:44

3M ago34:44

34:44

Summary: The episode discusses the 10,000 year dilemma, which is a thought experiment on how to deal with nuclear waste in the future. Today's episode is hosted by guest host David Gibson, who is the founder of the Ray Kitty Creation Workshop. (Find out more about the Ray Kitty Creation Workshop by clicking here). Gabriel and Autumn are out this we…

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Biosphere 2: Out of Oxygen with Alie Ward and Josh Gondelman | 32 49:16

3M ago49:16

49:16

Imagine sealing yourself in giant, glass, self-contained ecosystem with your boyfriend and a lady who's learning to play saxophone... for TWO YEARS. In 1991, eight semi-qualified volunteers entered Biosphere 2, and promised that they would live inside the giant science experiment without any help from the outside. However, thanks to chopped off fin…

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Ian Santos Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

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Resilience in Leadership

Ian Santos and Anda Goseco

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The Big Flop

Wondery

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Breaking Math Podcast

Gabriel Hesch and Autumn Phaneuf

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Getting Back to Gotham

Getting Back to Gotham

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Salem Witch Trials: Coven of Conspiracy with Em Schulz and Christine Schiefer | 44 45:03

1
102: The Intersection of Mathematics and Democracy 1:02:01

1
How O.J. Simpson's Memoir Ended Up in Book Jail with Boze and Carl Tart | 43 44:27

1
Math Lounge: Celebrating 101 Episodes 47:41

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Watergate: Deep Throat, Deeper Trouble with Langston Kerman and Gareth Reynolds | 42 50:27

1
100: Creating Inclusive Spaces for LGBTQIA+ in STEM 1:15:17

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Segway: Ridin' Nerdy with Adam Rose | 41 41:56

1
Listen Now: Wow in the World's Summer of Wow! 6:15

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Minisode: Absolutely Nothing 19:32

1
New Coke Goes Flat with Preacher Lawson and Paul F. Tompkins | 40 46:33

1
99 (Part II) Math in Drag: Interview with OnlineKyne 27:54

1
JCPenney Sells Out with Joel Kim Booster and Scott Seiss | 39 49:02

1
98. Math in Drag: An Episode with Math Educator Kyne Santos 27:57

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Olestra: The Crappiest Flop of All with Kevin James Thornton | 38 37:24

1
97: (Part 2) Can We Survive on Mars? Hot Tips with Zach Weinersmith 34:11

1301
George Santos: Snatch Me If You Can with Jon Lovett and Monét X Change | 37 46:57

1
96: Can We Survive on Mars? Hot Tips with Zach Weinersmith 32:43

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Downsizing WeWork with Smosh's Ian Hecox and Courtney Miller | 36 46:30

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What's the Use? Interview with Professor Ian Stewart 44:01

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Beanie Babies Go Bust with Ian Karmel and Brian Moller | 35 40:47

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95: Bayes' Theorem Explains It All: An Interview with Tom Chivers 49:18

1901
Dance Moms: Abby Lee Miller Behind Barres with Ronnie Karam and Ben Mandelker | 34 44:23

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94. Interview with Steve Nadis, Co-author of 'Gravity of Math' 52:40

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How MoviePass Bombed at the Box Office with Jamie Loftus and Austin Nasso | 33 40:55

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93. The 10,000 Year Problem (feat. David Gibson of Ray Kitty Creation Workship) 34:44

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Biosphere 2: Out of Oxygen with Alie Ward and Josh Gondelman | 32 49:16

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