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EPISODE · Jul 19, 2025 · 4 MIN

OEIS A000281: Expansion of cos x / cos 2x

from Intellectually Curious · host Mike Breault

We explore the integer sequence obtained by multiplying the (2n)-th Taylor coefficient of cos x / cos 2x by (2n)!, revealing a dramatically growing but highly structured sequence. We trace its history (Gleicher, Sloan), its connections to Euler and Bernoulli polynomials and continued fractions, and its precise asymptotics (Simon Plouffe), showing how a simple trigonometric ratio hides a deep arithmetical world.Note:  This podcast was AI-generated, and sometimes AI can make mistakes.  Please double-check any critical information.Sponsored by Embersilk LLC

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