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Join hosts Peter Littig and Noah King as they discuss and explain mathematical topics with their own unique style. Full of information that will interest and entertain math lovers as well as those who maybe don’t love it quite that much… yet. Mathematical concepts, history, paradoxes, and puzzles await you, along with a generous helping of witty banter and fun. Calling all members…. The Math Club is open! Email - mathclubpodcast@gmail.com Twitter - @mathclubpodcast
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Join hosts Peter Littig and Noah King as they discuss and explain mathematical topics with their own unique style. Full of information that will interest and entertain math lovers as well as those who maybe don’t love it quite that much… yet. Mathematical concepts, history, paradoxes, and puzzles await you, along with a generous helping of witty banter and fun. Calling all members…. The Math Club is open! Email - mathclubpodcast@gmail.com Twitter - @mathclubpodcast
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In this episode, Pete and Noah are joined by Andy Looney, the creator of the card game Fluxx, to talk about Math Fluxx and his history designing games. Whether you’re a math person who loves a good game or a game person who loves to do math, we’re sure you’ll find Andy and his story to be interestingly enjoyable. Game on! Looney Labs Leave us a voice message Find us on Twitter Send us an email…
1 A Wrinkle in Spacetime: A Mathematical Discussion about Spacetime 38:56
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIf you've ever seen a science fiction movie or TV show, then you've heard of the spacetime continuum. But what is it, and is there math that describes it? In this episode, Pete and Noah dive into the facts about spacetime, and its fascinating mathematical history. Leave us a voice message Find us on Twitter Send us an email…
1 I Have a Little Bias: The Mathematics of Dreidel 49:42
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIt’s the holiday season, and Pete and Noah are getting into the festive spirit by looking at the math behind a favorite Hannukah game. Join our hosts as they delve into the probabilities of the dreidel and uncover a counterintuitive truth about its fairness. Whatever traditions you and your family look forward to at this time of year, we promise a lively and interesting time as we take this topic for a spin. Seasons Greetings! • Robert Feinerman's paper, An Ancient Unfair Game Leave us a voice message Find us on Twitter Send us an email…
In our last episode, finding Primo, Pete explained a couple of tests that mathematicians use when trying to decide if very large numbers are prime. We thought it might be helpful to see the math written down, so we put together this video bonus. Finding Primo - full episode
1 Finding Primo: The Search for Very Large Primes 46:53
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedHave you heard the big news? There’s a new largest known prime number, and Noah wants to know how it was discovered. In this episode, Pete explains the various tests used to determine the primality of insanely large numbers, and there’s even a prime challenge for you to sink your teeth into. Leave us a voice message Find us on Twitter Send us an email…
1 Talkin' 'bout My Generation: A Deep Dive into The Math Club 26:36
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedAre you ready to revisit the best of The Math Club? Pete and Noah share a trip down memory lane with a pair of special guests. But as they dive deeper into their past episodes, a nagging feeling grows harder to ignore.. Who are these mysterious guests, and what strange secret are they hiding from our hosts? Episodes we reference in our conversation: Tales from Decrypt Positive Thinking Discovery vs. Invention MathGPT Try out NotebookLM Leave us a voice message Find us on Twitter Send us an email…
1 Elective Procedures: The Mathematics of Voting Systems 43:51
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe memory of a restaurant-choosing game from grad school inspires Pete and Noah to look at different voting systems, and the math behind how they work to select a winning candidate. From standard majority rules to ranked choice to plurality with elimination, join our hosts for a lively (and timely) conversation about how our voting system can be just as important as our vote. Leave us a voice message Find us on Twitter Send us an email…
1 Two Heads are Better Than One: A Counterintuitive Coin Flipping Problem 38:06
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedAn unlikely string of coin flips leads to a conversation about a counterintuive puzzle that Pete found online. Join in on the fun as Pete and Noah dissect this problem, and talk about multiple ways to approach understanding its solution. • Daniel Litt's Twitter post with the puzzle • Noah's Scratch simulation of the problem • Leave us a voice message • DM us on Twitter • Send us an email…
Hey Math Club... Pete and Noah need your help with a data mystery, so they put this mini-episode together. If you think you have any info that can help shed some light, drop us a line... Leave us a voice message DM us on Twitter Send us an email
1 Houston, We Have Some Problems: Currently Unsolved Math Questions 34:44
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedUnsolved. From the origin of Stonehenge, to the identity of Jack the Ripper, to the location of all those missing dryer socks, the world is full of unsolved questions. But what about math? Join Pete and Noah as they discuss some of the great unsolved problems facing mathematicians today. Leave us a voice message Find us on Twitter Send us an email…
1 Making it Count: An Interview with MATHCOUNTS 42:47
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedPete’s efforts to help Noah prepare for an upcoming math competition lead to a conversation with Kristen Chandler, the executive director of MATHCOUNTS. Join Pete and Noah as they learn about this fascinating organization that provides engaging math programs to middle school students around the country. MATHCOUNTS website Email Kristen Chandler Leave us a voice message Find us on Twitter Send us an email…
1 Hire Order Thinking: Exploring Optimal Stopping Theory 39:08
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedA batch of almost perfect waffles leads Pete and Noah into an exploration of an interesting probability result. Come find out how, whether you’re eating breakfast or hiring a new employee, math is here to help you make the best choice. Leave us a voice message Find us on Twitter Send us an email
1 Double Dealing: The Mathematics of Deal or No Deal, Part 2 35:09
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIt’s time for our second episode about the mathematics of Deal or No Deal. At the end of Part 1, Noah asked Pete if The Banker follows certain set rules or patterns when deciding how much to offer contestants, and a challenge was born. Is it possible to use data from past shows to devise an algorithm that can predict the offers? Stay tuned as Pete takes Noah along on his mathematical journey in search of a model that works. Leave us a voice message Find us on Twitter Send us an email…
1 What's the Deal?: The Mathematics of Deal or No Deal 27:36
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe recent return of this classic game show prompts Pete and Noah to discuss the probability and statistics at work, to see if they can figure out what makes for a "good deal". Join in as they dive into the mathematics behind the show. They'll even present you with a challenge that could earn you a shout out on a future episode. • Deal or No Deal Data for this episode's challenge Leave us a voice message Find us on Twitter Send us an email…
1 A Mathematician Walks Into a Bar: A Celebration of Math Jokes 33:25
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIt's The Math Club's second anniversary, and what better way to celebrate than by telling a bunch of math jokes? Join us as we share our favorites, along with jokes from our listeners and a few special surprises along the way. Knock knock. Who's there? The Math Club!
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