A Problem Squared 094 = The First Podcasts and Votes Precast
Sep 30, 2024
Discover the quirky origins of podcasting, tracing its evolution from audio blogs to big names like 'Serial.' Learn how to truly lose an election in the U.S. amidst colorful discussions about voter representation and strategy. Enjoy humorous anecdotes from cycling escapades in Berlin and the delightful intersection of math and art. The hosts reflect on the charm of early podcasting days while weaving in their comedic takes on everyday experiences. The episode is a delightful mix of humor, history, and thought-provoking insights.
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Magician Mix-up
- Matt Parker was mistaken for a magician.
- This happened at a party in Berlin where Beck Hill was discussing the podcast.
Mitten Miracle
- Matt Parker received mathematically-generated mittens from a listener, Emily.
- This was a follow-up to a previous podcast episode where he mentioned needing mittens.
X-Files Podcast
- Matt Parker's first podcast was called "Agree to Disagree" and reviewed X-Files episodes.
- It was shut down due to high bandwidth usage.