Short Wave Carry The Two: Making Audio Magic With Math
Aug 8, 2022
Sadie Witkowski, a science communicator and creator of Carry the Two, dives deep into making math engaging and accessible. She reflects on her own transformation from a math-anxious student to a passionate advocate for curiosity in learning. The conversation tackles the challenges of inclusivity in math education while critiquing the lack of focus on diversity in current research. Witkowski emphasizes reframing math as an exploratory tool rather than a source of anxiety, showcasing real-world applications that reignite the joy of discovery.
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Sadie's Math Journey
- Sadie Wieckowski didn't consider herself a math person growing up.
- She even tried to avoid math in college by studying neuroscience, only to find it full of statistics.
From Neuroscience to Podcasts
- Sadie's neuroscience research involved a lot of downtime observing brainwaves.
- This led her to podcasts and eventually a job creating a math podcast, Carry the Two.
Making Math Appealing
- Carry the Two podcast uses storytelling and anecdotes to make math engaging.
- The focus is on explaining core mathematical ideas without overwhelming listeners with equations.