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Join former MAA President Deanna Haunsperger and Monthly Editor Della Dumbaugh as they explore the lives of mathematicians in this podcast to reveal the humanity of the discipline. These conversations will inspire others with their shared experiences of challenge and support, of doubt and devotion, and of isolation and community.Themes and summary (AI-generated based on podcaster-provided show and episode descriptions):
➤ Mathematician profiles • personal journeys into math • teaching and mentoring • community, belonging, underrepresentation • research and applications (geometry, topology, statistics, data science) • outreach, writing, leadership • math in society, art, human rightsThis podcast features interview-style conversations with mathematicians and math-adjacent professionals aimed at showing the human side of the discipline. Across the episodes, guests describe their personal backgrounds and the often non-linear paths that led them to mathematics, including early school experiences, formative teachers and advisors, family influences, and pivotal moments that changed their direction. Listeners hear about life in many mathematical roles—faculty members, department leaders, journal editors, grant and program administrators, and people who apply mathematics in industry, data science, public service, and nonprofit leadership.
A recurring theme is how mathematicians build community and navigate belonging, especially when someone is “the only one” in a space or is working to broaden participation for underrepresented groups. Many discussions highlight mentoring, conferences and professional networks, and efforts to expand access to high-quality mathematics education, including undergraduate support programs and outreach.
The conversations also connect mathematical work to wider culture and societal issues. Guests talk about communicating math to broad audiences through writing, journalism, and public engagement, and about applications to areas such as biology, civil rights and redistricting, human rights, and economic equity. Alongside professional topics, guests share everyday practices and interests—music, art, exercise, travel routines, desk items, and habits that support creativity and resilience—linking personal life with sustaining a career in mathematics.
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Susan D'Agostino 2023-Oct-16 48 minutes |
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Edray Goins 2023-Oct-09 |
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Tara Holm 2023-Oct-02 41 minutes |
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Kobi Abayomi 2023-Sep-25 53 minutes |
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Ranthony Edmonds 2023-Sep-18 56 minutes |
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Ed Burger 2023-Sep-11 69 minutes |
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Season 3 - Trailer 2023-Sep-04 2 minutes |
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Cindy Wyels 2022-Nov-28 55 minutes |
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Mary Gray 2022-Nov-21 52 minutes |
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Ron Buckmire 2022-Nov-14 54 minutes |
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Ron Buckmire 2022-Nov-14 54 minutes |
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Eugenia Cheng, Part 2 2022-Nov-07 42 minutes |
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Eugenia Cheng, Part 2 2022-Nov-07 42 minutes |
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Eugenia Cheng, Part 1 2022-Nov-07 53 minutes |
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Ben Orlin 2022-Oct-31 56 minutes |
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Moon Duchin 2022-Oct-24 56 minutes |
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Season 2 - Trailer 2022-Oct-17 2 minutes |
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Tensia Soto 2021-Nov-08 55 minutes |
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Lloyd Douglas 2021-Nov-01 57 minutes |
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Alicia Prieto Langarica 2021-Oct-25 69 minutes |
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Susan Colley 2021-Oct-18 51 minutes |
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Frank Farris 2021-Oct-11 53 minutes |
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Erica Winterer 2021-Oct-04 58 minutes |
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Erica Flapan 2021-Sep-27 52 minutes |
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Zerotti Woods 2021-Sep-20 49 minutes |
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Talithia Williams 2021-Sep-13 68 minutes |
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Count Me In - Season 1 Trailer 2021-Sep-01 1 minute |