Hypatia of Alexandria

Sail back to ancient Alexandria with Ben & Pia in this MEGA exciting, true story about Hypatia — a brilliant teacher of math and stars! This episode turns a busy port city into a classroom full of wonder: astrolabes, scrolls, clever tools like an early hydrometer, rooftop stargazing, and calm lessons that change how people think. Perfect for curious minds who love puzzles, inventions, and real historical adventure. Historical Fun Fact: Hypatia taught with an astrolabe and helped scholars edit works by Ptolemy, Apollonius, and Diophantus, making complex ideas clearer for many generations. Did you know? Could a shining brass disk help sailors tell the time at night and measure heights from shadows? Hypatia showed how! Which story do you want to hear next? Tell us in the comments — Ben & Pia will read your ideas on the next voyage! #LetsRewind #Hypatia #AncientHistory #STEMHistory #HistoryPodcast #AmazingTrueStories