TrueSciPhi logo

TrueSciPhi

 

Podcast Profile: Count Me In

Show Image SiteRSSApple Podcasts
27 episodes
2021 to 2023
Median: 53 minutes
Collection: Physics, Math, and Astronomy


Description (podcaster-provided):

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):

➤ Mathematicians' personal journeys • Overcoming challenges • Mentorship and community • Mathematics' societal impact • Teaching and education • Interdisciplinary connections • Inspiring stories

This podcast, "Count Me In," hosted by Deanna Haunsperger and Della Dumbaugh, offers a series of conversations that explore the human stories behind mathematicians. The episodes delve into personal narratives and career paths, highlighting the challenges and triumphs these individuals face in their mathematical journeys. The recurring themes throughout the podcast include the interaction between personal experiences and professional growth, the impact of mentorship and academic environments, and the broader societal influences on the mathematical discipline.

Listeners can expect to hear about diverse topics such as unexpected life experiences that shape careers, the role of educational and professional supports, and the intersection of mathematics with other fields such as art, music, and education. The episodes often emphasize the importance of community, leadership, and representation in mathematics, reflecting on how these elements can inspire and support underrepresented groups.

The podcast also sheds light on the unique personal interests and hobbies of mathematicians, providing insight into their lives beyond academia. Conversation topics range from the formation of professional identities to the societal impact of mathematical research, underlining the discipline’s relevance and application to everyday life. Additionally, the podcast discusses innovative approaches to teaching and learning mathematics, highlighting the creative and empathetic methods that guests employ to engage students and the public.

Overall, this podcast offers an engaging exploration of the humanity within the field of mathematics, providing listeners with diverse perspectives and stories that inspire and broaden the understanding of what it means to be a mathematician.


Episodes:
Episode Image Susan D'Agostino
2023-Oct-16
48 minutes
Episode Image Edray Goins
2023-Oct-09

Episode Image Tara Holm
2023-Oct-02
41 minutes
Episode Image Kobi Abayomi
2023-Sep-25
53 minutes
Episode Image Ranthony Edmonds
2023-Sep-18
56 minutes
Episode Image Ed Burger
2023-Sep-11
69 minutes
Episode Image Season 3 - Trailer
2023-Sep-04
2 minutes
Episode Image Cindy Wyels
2022-Nov-28
55 minutes
Episode Image Mary Gray
2022-Nov-21
52 minutes
Episode Image Ron Buckmire
2022-Nov-14
54 minutes
Episode Image Ron Buckmire
2022-Nov-14
54 minutes
Episode Image Eugenia Cheng, Part 2
2022-Nov-07
42 minutes
Episode Image Eugenia Cheng, Part 2
2022-Nov-07
42 minutes
Episode Image Eugenia Cheng, Part 1
2022-Nov-07
53 minutes
Episode Image Ben Orlin
2022-Oct-31
56 minutes
Episode Image Moon Duchin
2022-Oct-24
56 minutes
Episode Image Season 2 - Trailer
2022-Oct-17
2 minutes
Episode Image Tensia Soto
2021-Nov-08
55 minutes
Episode Image Lloyd Douglas
2021-Nov-01
57 minutes
Episode Image Alicia Prieto Langarica
2021-Oct-25
69 minutes
Episode Image Susan Colley
2021-Oct-18
51 minutes
Episode Image Frank Farris
2021-Oct-11
53 minutes
Episode Image Erica Winterer
2021-Oct-04
58 minutes
Episode Image Erica Flapan
2021-Sep-27
52 minutes
Episode Image Zerotti Woods
2021-Sep-20
49 minutes
Episode Image Talithia Williams
2021-Sep-13
68 minutes
Episode Image Count Me In - Season 1 Trailer
2021-Sep-01
1 minute