A Problem Squared

Matt Parker, Bec Hill
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Jun 3, 2024 • 40min

086 = Emoji Editions and Birthday Billions

Print-artist Paul Catherall discusses the 'Folded Hands' emoji debate and gift ideas for celebrating a billion seconds. The hosts explore the history of emojis, cultural interpretations, and the challenge of giving a unique billion-themed present. They also share funny anecdotes about wooden log cakes and playful banter about dice guessing games.
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May 21, 2024 • 52min

085 = Coin Collections and Pin Selections

The podcast discusses the challenge of collecting all commemorative €2 coins, creative ways to display enamel pins, and the strategies for completing a coin collection. They also share anecdotes about Muppet characters, international travel mishaps, and playful interactions with Patreon supporters.
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May 6, 2024 • 1h 2min

084 = Indicators and In Da Cake-ers

The podcast explores the origins of birthday cake and the science behind car indicator synchronization. They discuss creative cake ideas for a woodland-themed party and share listener responses about dryer lint analysis. The hosts banter about problem-solving methods and tease upcoming topics.
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Apr 22, 2024 • 46min

083 = Sunbeams and Dog Dreams

Expert on animal consciousness, David Pena Guzman, discusses the next solar eclipse, animal dreams, and the Any Other Business briefcase. Topics include the best place to see the solar eclipse, whether animals dream, and the complexities of studying animal consciousness. The hosts also share personal cycling challenges, travel adventures, and a secretive Disney club.
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Apr 8, 2024 • 25min

An Emergency Broadcast to Solve an Emergency Problem.

Topics in this bonus podcast episode include financial prospects of having backward knees, playful banter about liquor and a wizard revelation, absurdity of retractable extra arms, and ethical dilemmas surrounding flying and birds.
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Mar 25, 2024 • 56min

082 = What Is Lint and Zero Hints

The podcast explores the fascinating world of lint, delving into its nature, risks, and recycling options. They also discuss the concept of starting from zero in various scenarios and share humorous anecdotes from their time as teachers. Additionally, they touch on cost-effective laundry drying methods, collaboration with a print artist, and engaging banter with listeners.
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Mar 11, 2024 • 55min

081 = Pi Prize and Square Stairs

Exploring Pi's repetitive patterns, designing symmetrical stairs, and upcoming book releases are just a few highlights in this intriguing podcast episode!
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Feb 26, 2024 • 47min

080 = Naming Clichés and Squaring Birthdays

The podcast discusses naming children and turning ages squared into birthday celebrations. They explore unique naming trends and share ideas for square birthday bashes. The hosts also touch on challenges with problem posing and international work opportunities, with playful banter on name mispronunciations and odd/even numbers.
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Feb 12, 2024 • 44min

079 = Driving Clockwise and Evolving Dragonflies

Is it faster to drive around Australia in an anticlockwise direction on the inside lane? What were dragonflies called before there were dragons? Another installment of Things Matt Needs Help With. The podcast has hit 2 million and they want ideas to celebrate.
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Jan 29, 2024 • 50min

078 = Spinal Taps and Star Maps

Exploring adventures in LA, meeting Spinal Tap, and filming on 35mm. Calculating distances to visit stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame alphabetically. Analyzing street names and distances in cities. Playful discussions on star patterns and metadata challenges. Humorous post-credits chat about creative names and gratitude.

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