A podcast where we explore the real, eccentric, and complex history of math
Episodes
Mar 31, 2021
Mar 31, 2021
22 min
In this episode, we'll continue our Emelie du Chatelet trilogy and attempt to answer the following questions:
- How can you find funds to pay for your next custom home remodel?
- How can you live in comfort even if you're always fleeing from the law?
- What do either of these have to do with math?
Let us know your thoughts. Follow us on Facebook or email us at podcast@infinitelyirrational.com. For math and the research behind the episode, visit our webpage at www.infinitelyirrational.com We look forward to hearing from you!
Mar 14, 2021
Mar 14, 2021
25 min
We're so excited to be back! To celebrate Women's History Month AND Pi day, we'll meet Emelie du Chatelet and attempt to answer the following questions:
- What are the best traits to list on your eHarmony profile?
- Would this podcast have survived in 1700's Paris?
- What do either of these have to do with math?
Let us know your thoughts. Follow us on Facebook or email us at podcast@infinitelyirrational.com. For math and the research behind the episode, visit our webpage at www.infinitelyirrational.com We look forward to hearing from you!
Jun 22, 2020
Jun 22, 2020
1 min
We are a little off schedule due to COVID-19 but we'll be back as soon as we can. In the meantime, I have an announcement to make and also would like your help to shape the future of the podcast. Please keep in touch: email us at podcast@infinitelyirrational.com or connect on social media!
Jun 15, 2020
Jun 15, 2020
34 min
We close out our Euclid trilogy and say farewell to Dr. Anthony Carreras as we attempt to answer the following question:
- What is is?
Let us know your thoughts. Follow us on Facebook or email us at podcast@infinitelyirrational.com. For math and the research behind the episode, visit our webpage at www.infinitelyirrational.com We look forward to hearing from you!
May 31, 2020
May 31, 2020
20 min
We continue discussing Euclid with Dr. Anthony Carreras as we attempt to answer the following questions:
- How can you ensure your book never goes out of print?
- Do you always have to play by the rules of the game?
- What do either of these have to do with math?
Let us know your thoughts. Follow us on Facebook or email us at podcast@infinitelyirrational.com. For math and the research behind the episode, visit our webpage at www.infinitelyirrational.com We look forward to hearing from you!
May 15, 2020
May 15, 2020
27 min
For this trilogy, we have a special surprise! We are joined by our friend and resident philosopher Dr. Anthony Carreras to help us dig into some of the philosophy behind this elusive mathematician: Euclid as we attempt to answer the following questions:
- Can predicting the weather make you a fortune?
- How can you convince your professor to pay you to learn?
- What do either of these have to do with math?
Let us know your thoughts. Follow us on Facebook or email us at podcast@infinitelyirrational.com. For math and the research behind the episode, visit our webpage at www.infinitelyirrational.com We look forward to hearing from you!
Apr 30, 2020
Apr 30, 2020
40 min
That’s right – this TRILOGY is a TETRALOGY (Quartet?) We finish up our series on Cardano by attempting to answer the following questions:
- When’s it OK to break an unbreakable vow?
- What’s the best excuse to use when you’ve been publicly shamed?
- What do either of these have to do with math?
Let us know your thoughts. Follow us on Facebook or email us at podcast@infinitelyirrational.com. For math and the research behind the episode, visit our webpage at www.infinitelyirrational.com We look forward to hearing from you!
Apr 15, 2020
Apr 15, 2020
40 min
We dive into some of Cardano’s omens as we attempt to answer the following questions:
- Does a lost ring spell certain doom?
- How can you tell if a job’s not for you?
- What do either of these have to do with math?
Let us know your thoughts. Follow us on Facebook or email us at podcast@infinitelyirrational.com. For math and the research behind the episode, visit our webpage at www.infinitelyirrational.com We look forward to hearing from you!
Apr 14, 2020
Apr 14, 2020
26 min
Join Nathalie Vega-Rhodes and friends in a special series on COVID-19. In this episode, Dr. Anna Garland, sociologist and academic dean of a private high school in DC shares her thoughts on being an empathetic leader. Follow us on Facebook, email us at podcast@infinitelyirrational.com, or visit our webpage at www.infinitelyirrational.com We look forward to hearing from you!
Apr 13, 2020
Apr 13, 2020
31 min
Join Nathalie Vega-Rhodes and friends in a special series on COVID-19. In this episode, multi-talented Icess Fernandez (podcast host of Dear Reader: Mental Health and the Writing Life, writer, and English professor) shares her experiences and some thoughts for surviving this pandemic with your mental health intact. Follow us on Facebook, email us at podcast@infinitelyirrational.com, or visit our webpage at www.infinitelyirrational.com We look forward to hearing from you!
Resources from Icess may be found on her website or on this PowerPoint
Apr 12, 2020
Apr 12, 2020
20 min
Join Nathalie Vega-Rhodes and friends in a special series on COVID-19. In this episode, instructional designer Jennifer Stallman spends some time talking about ways to build community in an online class -- both using technology and (gasp) away from devices! Let us know your thoughts. Follow us on Facebook, email us at podcast@infinitelyirrational.com, or visit our webpage at www.infinitelyirrational.com We look forward to hearing from you!
Apr 11, 2020
Apr 11, 2020
29 min
Join Nathalie Vega-Rhodes and friends in a special series on COVID-19. In this episode, math faculty member Dr. Kelly Jackson from Camden County College shares her experiences with moving her courses online and some thoughts on planning for now and for future semesters. Follow us on Facebook, email us at podcast@infinitelyirrational.com, or visit our webpage at www.infinitelyirrational.com We look forward to hearing from you!
Apr 10, 2020
Apr 10, 2020
25 min
Join Nathalie Vega-Rhodes and friends in a special series on COVID-19. In this episode, nutritionist and personal trainer Jenny Ingram shares her insider secrets for grocery shopping and tips for healthy snacking (and not snacking all day). Follow us on Facebook, email us at podcast@infinitelyirrational.com, or visit our webpage at www.infinitelyirrational.com We look forward to hearing from you!
Apr 9, 2020
Apr 9, 2020
25 min
Join Nathalie Vega-Rhodes and friends in a special series on COVID-19. In this episode, instructional designer Jennifer Stallman returns to share some thoughts and tips about teaching online. Follow us on Facebook, email us at podcast@infinitelyirrational.com, or visit our webpage at www.infinitelyirrational.com We look forward to hearing from you!
Apr 8, 2020
Apr 8, 2020
32 min
Join Nathalie Vega-Rhodes and friends in a special series on COVID-19. In this episode, math faculty Holly Dickin from Ball State University shares her experiences with moving her courses online and some ideas for remaining connected to your department and students. Follow us on Facebook, email us at podcast@infinitelyirrational.com, or visit our webpage at www.infinitelyirrational.com We look forward to hearing from you!