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Mathemaniacs

by Defne Ulu

Hey there! I’m Defne, a high school senior who’s probably way too excited about math. Whether you love math or still have flashbacks to that one impossible algebra test, I promise there’s something here for you. Tune in, and let’s make math cool (or at least, slightly less terrifying) together!

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Episodes

  1. Is Democracy an Illusion? (part 1)

    Elections are supposed to reflect the will of the people—but do they really? In this episode, I take a look at Condorcet's work, a mathematician who tried to make voting fairer. From plurality voting to ranked-choice systems, we’ll explore the flaws that still haunt elections today. Is democracy…

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  2. Eureka 🛁

    In this episode, we talk about the life of Archimedes, the father of mathematics. We look at his works in geometry, and his early insights into calculus. So... Eureka 💡

  3. Intro to the second season

    Hey everyone and welcome to the second season of our podcast Mathemaniacs, where with me, your host Defne, we’ll continue our journey through the world of mathematics.

  4. The Millennium Problems

    In the final episode of our first season, we talk about the seven Millennium Problems including the famous P vs NP and the Riemann Hypothesis. Discover how these problems could be the keys to unlocking a brand new world. 1) P vs NP Problem 2) The Riemann Hypothesis 3) Yang–Mills Existence and…

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  5. P vs. NP Problem

    P vs NP problem—one of the biggest mysteries in math and computer science...

  6. Goat or Ferrari

    In this episode I talk about the famous Monty Hall problem :D

  7. Neptune

    Since I talked a bit about how and why math is important in many subjects, I also wanted to tell you guys the wonderful story of how Neptune was discovered.

  8. Math Matters

    In this episode of Mathemaniacs, tune in, as we delve into the fundamental question: "What is Math?" Explore the indispensable role of numbers in our daily lives, from building towering landmarks to navigating with precision. Discover how mathematics serves as the backbone of science, technology,...

  9. Introduction

    Welcome to Mathemaniacs, the podcast that takes you on a journey through the world of mathematics. In each episode, your host Defne explores the intricate workings of numbers, patterns, and logic. Let's dive into the depths of mathematical concepts, exploring the beauty and elegance of calculus,...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Hey there! I’m Defne, a high school senior who’s probably way too excited about math. Whether you love math or still have flashbacks to that one impossible algebra test, I promise there’s something here for you. Tune in, and let’s make math cool (or at least, slightly less terrifying) together!

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Defne Ulu

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What is Mathemaniacs about?

Hey there! I’m Defne, a high school senior who’s probably way too excited about math. Whether you love math or still have flashbacks to that one impossible algebra test, I promise there’s something here for you. Tune in, and let’s make math cool (or at least, slightly less terrifying) together!

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Mathemaniacs is created and hosted by Defne Ulu.
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