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The Joy of x

The Joy of x

Steven Strogatz and Quanta Magazine

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

The post Melanie Mitchell Takes AI Research Back to Its Roots first appeared on Quanta Magazine

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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.

The post Brian Keating’s Quest for the Origin of the Universe first appeared on Quanta Magazine

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The Joy of x - Eve Marder on the Crucial Resilience of Neurons
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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.

The post Eve Marder on the Crucial Resilience of Neurons first appeared on Quanta Magazine

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The Joy of x - Podcast Preview: Introducing The Joy of x
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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.

The post Podcast Preview: Introducing The Joy of x first appeared on Quanta Magazine

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The mathematical biologist Corina Tarnita explains to host Steven Strogatz how quantitative modeling solved the mystery of fairy circles.

The post Corina Tarnita and the Deep Mathematics of Social Insects first appeared on Quanta Magazine

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The Joy of x - Robbert Dijkgraaf on Exploring Quantum Reality
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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.

The post Robbert Dijkgraaf on Exploring Quantum Reality first appeared on Quanta Magazine

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The Joy of x - Tadashi Tokieda's Special Kind of Magic
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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.

The post Tadashi Tokieda’s Special Kind of Magic first appeared on Quanta Magazine

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The Joy of x - John Urschel: From NFL Player to Mathematician
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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.

The post John Urschel: From NFL Player to Mathematician first appeared on Quanta Magazine

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In this episode, Priya Natarajan, professor of astronomy and physics at Yale University, speaks with Steven Strogatz about her lifelong fascinations, including black holes, mapping the universe and early personal computers.

The post Priya Natarajan on Black Holes and Mapping the Universe first appeared on Quanta Magazine

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The mathematician Alex Kontorovich speaks with host Steven Strogatz about regaining his creative freedom in an intimidating collaboration and about the pleasures of spherical geometry.

The post Alex Kontorovich on the Absolute Truth of Pure Math first appeared on Quanta Magazine

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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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