Apollonius and the Cones

Journey back to ancient Greece with a MEGA exciting adventure about Apollonius of Perga! Discover how a simple cone and careful cuts gave names to ellipse, parabola, and hyperbola — shapes that later helped Kepler, Newton, and modern spaceflight. This story is full of puzzles, gentle surprises, and calm curiosity, perfect for curious kids aged 7-13 who love mystery and math. Historical Fun Fact: Apollonius wrote the Conics in around 260–190 BCE; parts survived in Greek and Arabic and helped shape astronomy centuries later! Did you know? The word parabola originally meant to throw beside, and these curve names helped scientists explain planets and rockets! Hosted by Ben & Pia — join them as they rewind time, peek into the Library of Alexandria, and slice a cone to reveal ancient secrets. Which story do you want to hear next? Tell Ben & Pia in the comments! #LetsRewind #Apollonius #AncientGreece #MathHistory #ConicSections #STEMStories #HistoryPodcast