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Math! Science! History!

Math! Science! History!

By: Gabrielle Birchak
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 Math! Science! History! is a podcast about the history of people, theories, and discoveries that have moved our scientific progress forward and spurred us on to unimaginable discoveries. Join Gabrielle Birchak for a little math, a little science, and a little history. All in a little bit of time.© 2025 Mathematics Science World
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  • Peter Higgs and the Hidden Force That Shapes the Universe

    Peter Higgs and the Hidden Force That Shapes the Universe
    Jul 15 2025
    In this episode of Math! Science! History! we take a walk through the Scottish Highlands with Peter Higgs, figuratively and historically, to uncover the quiet moment in 1964 when a simple hike sparked a revolutionary idea in physics. Discover how the weak nuclear force and electromagnetism are deeply connected by symmetry, why mass was such a mystery to physicists in the 20th century, and how the Higgs field changed everything. From the elegance of theoretical predictions to the drama of the 48-year search for the Higgs boson, this story is not just about particles, it's about patience, creativity, and discovery. 3 Things You’ll Learn in This Episode: How symmetry connects the weak nuclear force to electromagnetism and why that connection broke down. What the Higgs field is and how it gives mass to particles like W and Z bosons. Why Peter Higgs's quiet walk in the mountains became one of the most important moments in modern physics. Resources & References: CERN: The Higgs boson: What makes it special? University of Edinburgh: Brief History of the Higgs Mechanism Physics World: Peter Higgs on CERN and his career Retrospect Journal: The Peter Higgs Plaque and Its Background 🔗 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 🌍 Let’s Connect! Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/mathsciencehistory.bsky.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/math.science.history Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mathsciencehistory LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/math-science-history/ Threads: https://www.threads.com/@math.science.history YouTube: Math! Science! History! - YouTube Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/mathsciencehistory 🎧 Enjoying the Podcast? If you love Math, Science, History, here’s how you can help:🌟 Leave a review! It helps more people discover the show!📢 Share this episode with friends & fellow history buffs!🔔 Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform ☕ Support the Show: Coffee!! PayPal 🛍 Checking out our merch: https://www.mathsciencehistory.com/the-store 🎵 Music: All music is public domain and has no Copyright and no rights reserved. Selections from The Little Prince by Lloyd Rodgers 🎵 Audio Editor: Podcast mixed by David Aviles Until next time, carpe diem!
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    24 mins
  • FLASHCARDS! Why Airline Prices Change After You Search

    FLASHCARDS! Why Airline Prices Change After You Search
    Jul 11 2025
    ✈️ Episode Overview Have you ever searched for a flight, left the tab open, and then gasped when the price jumped just a few hours later? In this Flashcards Friday episode of Math! Science! History!, Gabrielle Birchak explores the mystery behind fluctuating airline prices—and reveals that it’s not magic, but a powerful blend of mathematics, algorithms, behavioral psychology, and dynamic pricing strategies. From fare buckets and revenue management to the cookies on your browser, Gabrielle breaks down how airlines control pricing and what you can do to outsmart the system and save money. 🎓 3 Things You'll Learn in This Episode - How airline pricing algorithms use math and historical data to determine real-time ticket prices. - Why flight prices often increase after multiple searches and how your browser behavior influences fares. - Proven strategies and tools for booking smarter and avoiding price spikes. 🔗 Resources Mentioned Google Flights – Great for tracking price history and alerts Hopper – App that predicts the best times to buy flights Skyscanner – Fare comparison across airlines and booking sites ITA Matrix Airfare Search – Advanced search tool used by travel agents The Discipline of Revenue Management – For those interested in the math and economics behind pricing algorithms 🔗 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 🌍 Let’s Connect! Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/mathsciencehistory.bsky.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/math.science.history Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mathsciencehistory LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/math-science-history/ Threads: https://www.threads.com/@math.science.history YouTube: Math! Science! History! - YouTube Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/mathsciencehistory 🎧 Enjoying the Podcast? If you love Math, Science, History, here’s how you can help:🌟 Leave a review! It helps more people discover the show!📢 Share this episode with friends & fellow history buffs!🔔 Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform ☕ Support the Show: Coffee!! PayPal 🛍 Check out our merch: https://www.mathsciencehistory.com/the-store 🎵 Music: All music is public domain and has no Copyright and no rights reserved. Selections from The Little Prince by Lloyd Rodgers Until next time, carpe diem!
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    9 mins
  • REPOST Hipparchus: Mapping the Stars, Measuring the Earth

    REPOST Hipparchus: Mapping the Stars, Measuring the Earth
    Jul 8 2025

    Long before telescopes and satellites, Hipparchus of Nicaea looked to the skies and changed the course of scientific history. In this fascinating episode of Math Science History, Gabrielle revisits the life and legacy of the ancient astronomer whose innovations in trigonometry, geography, and star mapping still resonate today. From discovering axial precession to laying the groundwork for the astrolabe, Hipparchus helped humanity understand our place in the cosmos: mathematically, geographically, and philosophically.

    Three Key Take-Aways

    How Hipparchus measured the Earth's axial precession and why this was a monumental scientific discovery.

    The mathematical brilliance behind his trigonometric tables and how they informed tools like the astrolabe.

    How ancient astronomy evolved into cartography, influencing how we view geography and time today.

    Resources & References

    Griffith Observatory Astronomers Monument: https://griffithobservatory.org

    Ptolemy's Almagest: Loeb Classical Library

    Hipparchus in The Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy: https://iep.utm.edu/hipparchus/

    Cosimo Bartoli’s Del modo di misurare: https://archive.org/details/delmododimisurar00bart

    🔗 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

    🌍 Let’s Connect!

    Website: mathsciencehistory.com
    Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/mathsciencehistory.bsky.social
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/math.science.history

    🎧 Enjoying the Podcast?

    If you love Math, Science, History, here’s how you can help:
    🌟 Leave a review! It helps more people discover the show!
    📢 Share this episode with friends & fellow history buffs!
    🔔 Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform

    ☕ Support the Show: Coffee!! PayPal

    🛍 Checking out our merch: https://www.mathsciencehistory.com/the-store

    🎵 Music: All music is public domain and has no Copyright and no rights reserved.
    Selections from The Little Prince by Lloyd Rodgers

    Until next time, carpe diem!
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    16 mins

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