The Aperiodical

A conversation about mathematics inspired by a slice of pizza. Presented by Katie Steckles and Peter Rowlett.

A conversation about mathematics inspired by a light pattern in a tea cup. Presented by Katie Steckles and Peter Rowlett, with special guest Dominika Vasilkova. Cardioids in coffee cups – Chalkdust Cardioids in Coffee Cups – Numberphile ‘Stringuart’ String Art website (and less commercial String Art Generator)

A conversation about mathematics, history, games and more, inspired by a Roman dodecahedron. Presented by Katie Steckles and Peter Rowlett.

A conversation about mathematics inspired by a 3D wooden puzzle. Presented by Katie Steckles and Peter Rowlett, with special guest Grant Sanderson.

A conversation about mathematics inspired by Lewis Carroll’s Game of Logic. Presented by Katie Steckles and Peter Rowlett.

Tai-Danae Bradley, an expert in category theory and creator of the blog Mathema, joins the discussion to explore the significance of 'objects' in mathematics. They dive into category theory, using engaging examples like the Rubik's Cube to illustrate relationships between mathematical entities. The conversation highlights the composability of functions, the links between algebra and topology, and the beautiful connections between mathematics and reality, showcasing how abstract concepts find practical applications in the world.

A conversation about infinity inspired by The Library of Babel by Jorge Luis Borges. Presented by Katie Steckles and Peter Rowlett.

A conversation about mathematics inspired by a very special parallelepiped. Presented by Katie Steckles and Peter Rowlett, with special guest Ayliean.

A conversation about mathematics inspired by an area the size of Wales. Presented by Katie Steckles and Peter Rowlett.

A conversation about election mathematics inspired by a ballot. Presented by Katie Steckles and Peter Rowlett, with special guest Sam Hansen. For more from Sam and the Carry the Two podcast check out this episode about Mathematics and Voting.