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The Secret Math Journal - with Ellen Eischen

The Numberphile Podcast

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A Journey Through Mathematical Exploration

This chapter recounts the speaker's evolving relationship with mathematics, from early curiosity about prime numbers to the complexities of higher education. It highlights their struggles and triumphs in transitioning from engineering to a math major while developing a passion for number theory. The narrative emphasizes the importance of mentorship, independent learning, and the whimsical nature of academic encounters that shaped their mathematical path.

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