The Joy of x

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The acclaimed mathematician and author Steven Strogatz interviews some of the world's leading scientists about their lives and work.

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Podcast Preview: Introducing The Joy of x

The Joy of x

01/15/20 • 2 min

Hosted by Steven Strogatz, The Joy of x podcast opens a window into the inner worlds of top-tier scientists and mathematicians while shining light on universal themes like creativity, collaboration or navigating professional challenges.

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01/15/20 • 2 min

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Brian Keating’s Quest for the Origin of the Universe

The Joy of x

03/31/20 • 41 min

The astrophysicist Brian Keating talks to host Steven Strogatz about chasing the universe’s greatest mysteries — and what it’s like to have a major discovery slip through his fingers.

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03/31/20 • 41 min

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Melanie Mitchell Takes AI Research Back to Its Roots

The Joy of x

04/19/21 • 40 min

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To build a general artificial intelligence, we may need to know more about our own minds, argues the computer scientist Melanie Mitchell.

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04/19/21 • 40 min

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Eve Marder on the Crucial Resilience of Neurons

The Joy of x

05/17/21 • 40 min

Eve Marder’s research into the plasticity and resilience of nervous systems finds universal principles guiding life’s responses to stress.

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05/17/21 • 40 min

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Janna Levin on Seeing and Hearing Black Holes

The Joy of x

03/03/20 • 54 min

The astrophysicist Janna Levin describes the fierce scientific beauty she finds in black holes and reveals why she took a major risk early in her career.

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03/03/20 • 54 min

John Urschel: From NFL Player to Mathematician

The Joy of x

02/25/20 • 45 min

John Urschel, who retired from playing professional football with the Baltimore Ravens to become a mathematician, talks to host Steven Strogatz about the fascinations of graph theory that lured him away from the NFL.

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02/25/20 • 45 min

Rebecca Goldin and Brian Nosek on Hard Truths in Math and Psychology

The Joy of x

03/24/20 • 46 min

The mathematician Rebecca Goldin and the psychology researcher Brian Nosek speak with host Steven Strogatz about what it’s like to be the bearers of unpopular truths.

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03/24/20 • 46 min

Leslie Vosshall on Designer Mosquitoes and Dude Walls

The Joy of x

02/04/20 • 58 min

Events take an interesting turn after the neurogeneticist Leslie Vosshall speaks with host Steven Strogatz about ways to make mosquitoes less deadly and the obstacles facing educational inclusiveness.

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02/04/20 • 58 min

Tadashi Tokieda's Special Kind of Magic

The Joy of x

03/10/20 • 51 min

The mathematician Tadashi Tokieda and host Steven Strogatz explore what we can learn about the world from simple “toys” with remarkable physical or mathematical properties.

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03/10/20 • 51 min

Robbert Dijkgraaf on Exploring Quantum Reality

The Joy of x

02/11/20 • 49 min

The mathematical physicist Robbert Dijkgraaf and host Steven Strogatz discuss the frontiers of string theory and why space and time might not be the most fundamental things in the universe.

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02/11/20 • 49 min

FAQ

How many episodes does The Joy of x have?

The Joy of x currently has 26 episodes available.

What topics does The Joy of x cover?

The podcast is about Chemistry, Podcasts, Science and Physics.

What is the most popular episode on The Joy of x?

The episode title 'Podcast Preview: Introducing The Joy of x' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on The Joy of x?

The average episode length on The Joy of x is 45 minutes.

How often are episodes of The Joy of x released?

Episodes of The Joy of x are typically released every 7 days.

When was the first episode of The Joy of x?

The first episode of The Joy of x was released on Jan 15, 2020.

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