A Problem Squared

Comparing the cities of Perth, Australia and Perth, Scotland. The hosts discuss the isolation and redevelopment happening in Perth. The speakers explore the concept of a carillon and play Waltzing Matilda on the bells. Scaling up human DNA to the size of a tower and its potential height and collisions. Discussing the number of steps and design changes in tall structures. Scaling the DNA tower to reach the International Space Station, the moon, Mars, and Venus.

Topics include: How to get a billion dollars fast in GTA 5, sneaky ways to measure a ring finger, the movement of Earth's magnetic poles, optimizing wealth accumulation in GTA Five, techniques for determining ring sizes, a formula for walking and catching a train, and a delicious snack substitute from a listener.

The podcast covers repurposing satellite dishes, quick calculations, a Christmas card giveaway, Perth-related problems, and a taste test of Cheetos Crunchy and Cheddar Jalapeno.

Topics include determining the lifting capacity of bees, the shelf life of honey and other foods, funny stories about planning logistics for a trip, finding a replacement snack while traveling, and listener feedback on DJ names and symbols for hope.

Topics include interesting ways to store books, the odds of winning the lottery, frozen sperm and the DeLorean time machine, challenges of future travel, distinct letter words, and the search for the American version of Twisties.

Topics discussed include catching the subway by walking, the length of a New York Minute, and dealing with jet lag. The hosts also talk about their trip to Disney World, climbing a mountain in Italy, the presence of blank billboards in NYC, and the idea of walking backwards and then taking the train forward in New York. They also delve into a mathematical formula for train journeys, the 2004 film 'New York Minute', and their personal experiences visiting New York and recording a bonus episode for Patreon supporters.

Guest James Plunkett, author of 'End State: 9 Ways Society Is Broken & How We Fix It', discusses topics like utility belts, the speed of smell, and the ongoing debate on when a plate becomes a bowl. The hosts also share their experiences exploring the sewers of London and creating fragrances through AI.

The podcast covers topics such as analyzing the song 'Year 3000', the reason behind humans having nipples, experiences at different festivals, and a live show in New York City with a call for New York-related problems.

In this podcast, the hosts discuss the distinction between plates and bowls, including the characteristics of martini glasses and the classification of dishes. They also explore faster solutions and optimizing time. Additionally, they explore unique combinations of letters and discuss the taste and texture of Simba's Nicknax snacks.

In this episode... * How do you stop a wobbly table from wobbling?  * Which is more effective for your dental hygiene: a toothbrush without toothpaste or toothpaste without a toothbrush?  * A-to-the-O-to-the-B.  * Plus! Some exciting merch news.  If you want to see more of Matt's wobbly tables on ridiculous maths surfaces, you can do that here: https://arxiv.org/abs/math/0511490. For the best system for teeth brushing and more tips on dental hygiene have a listen to ‘APS 03 - Teeth Tips and Defining Decades’ https://aproblemsquared.libsyn.com/aps-003. And, you can now buy APS merch! If you want a t-shirt of your own, head on over to: https://a-problem-squared.teemill.com. As always, if you've got a problem or a solution, hit us up on our website aproblemsquared.com. And if you want want even more from A Problem Squared, find us on Twitter and Instagram.