

A Problem Squared
Matt Parker, Bec Hill
Matt Parker and Bec Hill present: A Problem Squared.
A podcast dedicated to solving problems of all kinds, such as, "What should I listen to right now?". A Podcast Squared. First one's free. You're welcome.
Episodes released twokly on Mondays.
A podcast dedicated to solving problems of all kinds, such as, "What should I listen to right now?". A Podcast Squared. First one's free. You're welcome.
Episodes released twokly on Mondays.
Episodes
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Jul 15, 2024 • 48min
089 = Venomous Snakes and Doggy Legs
On this episode...🐍If you pooled up all the snake venom in the world would it be enough to kill all the non-immune mammals?👢Do dogs have 2 arms? Or do we have 4 legs?📜And we open the business briefcase. If you want to know more about lizard sampling, do that here: ‘Hierarchical distance sampling to estimate population sizes of common lizards across a desert ecoregion’: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1002/ece3.4780There’s a great video by Technology Connections to turn signals and specifically syncing them up, you can find that here: https://youtu.be/2z5A-COlDPk?si=SWSE_FX3fuyLH1X0You can find the rude praying hands here: https://www.reddit.com/r/teams/comments/xvpefh/can_we_please_talk_about_the_praying_emoji_on/https://support.microsoft.com/en-gb/office/hand-gestures-in-microsoft-teams-free-ff2354cd-17fa-44fc-80c9-3d88c577a1adAs always, send your problems and solutions to our website: www.aproblemsquared.com.And, if you want more from A Problem Squared, you can also find us on Twitter, Instagram, Discord and on Patreon.

Jul 1, 2024 • 51min
088 = Tired Tires and Curvy Cubes
Discover the environmental impact of tire wear particles and the challenges of deciphering academic papers. Explore the formation of curved shapes with a Rubik's cube and geometric exploration of cones and hyperboloids. Learn about creative gifting ideas for a billionth second birthday and unique solutions for displaying enamel pins.

Jun 17, 2024 • 51min
087 = Climbing Cliffses and Cloning Eclipses
Discover if it's possible to climb every mountain and how to simulate a solar eclipse. Learn about a gravel race and peek data. Get ready for loose ends and change, along with some victory cries!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!


