Scientific Discussion

Scientific Discussion

We discuss and try to understand aspects of science and maths out loud, sharing our experiences as we go. A fun and casual podcast that delves deep into all things scientific, run by Leo Sutherby with help from William Colvine, Ishaan Daas and Rohan Crowe. Discussing all the biggest ideas in physics, maths, science and philosophy. Building a community of academically curious people is a goal for the podcast, if you want to get involved with an episode, please get in contact.

  1. 05/07/2023

    The Big Ideas in Mathematics and Writing Olympiad Problems with Daniel Griller

    Daniel Griller studied Maths at Trinity College Cambridge, has written maths problems for the British Maths Olympiad, Radio 4, The Guardian and The New Scientist, and is currently a maths teacher. We discuss debates in mathematics, his experiences writing olympiad problems, as well as advice and techniques to use in your own problem solving. He has published three books: A Ring of Cats and Dogs: and Other Curious Puzzles, Problem Solving in GCSE Mathematics, and Elastic Numbers: 108 Puzzles for the Serious Problem Solver. They contain some great problems, and we encourage you to buy one. This episode was cohosted with Ishaan Das.

    31 min

  2. 31/03/2023

    Physics and Philosophy with Rohan and Leo; Quiz Questions and Debate

    Rohan and I ask each other 2 rounds of unique physics, philosophy and maths questions which we solve mentally and out loud. Solve these along with us and see if you can get the answer before we can.

    47 min
  3. Pascal's Resistors - MINDBENDING Physics Problem

    04/03/2023

    Pascal's Resistors - MINDBENDING Physics Problem

    The equivalent resistance of an infinite array of resistors? Can you find the answer? Another video episode for you today, where I propose an interesting physics problem and give its step by step solution. This is a great problem to understanding circuits, especially resistors in parallel and series. Consider leaving a follow to see more content like this.

    5 min

  4. 13/02/2023

    Hailstorm - Physics Brainteaser - Video Episode

    I run through my solution to the Hailstorm problem on the whiteboard. An interesting and creative problem, I hope you find this episode intriguing.

    4 min

  5. 09/02/2023

    Analysis of the Knowledge Argument - Mary the Colourblind Neuroscientist Thought Experiment

    In this episode, we get into Mary the Colourblind Neuroscientist, an interesting thought experiment about knowledge. I give my own introduction and then 6 opinions from my friends answering the key question, has Mary learnt any new information?

    8 min

  6. 31/12/2022

    Top 10 Thought Experiments - Video Podcast

    The top 10 thought experiments, spanning physics and philosophy, that have puzzled some of the greatest minds throughout history, like LaPlace, Maxwell and Schrödinger. For the first time, this podcast comes with an animated video that I created, taking 4 months to animate. This is an episode of Scientific Discussion, the podcast created by Leo Sutherby and William Colvine. Voice over and animation by Leo Sutherby. Podcast website: https://anchor.fm/scientificdiscussion Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5JAn7GvHbvvlNSCwxTFhMd Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scientificdiscussionpod/ Podcast tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@scientificdiscussionpod All music and photos used are copyright free and downloaded from pixabay.

    14 min

  7. 25/11/2022

    The Investment Mistakes Stopping You From Making Money with Caleb Weinstein

    What common misconceptions and mistakes do most investors make? How has investor psychology changed as a result of the pandemic? And what advice would Caleb give to new investors?

    11 min

  8. 18/10/2022

    How Random is Pseudorandom? - An Exploration of Data Generation and Encryption

    In this episode, we examine the quality of different methods of obtaining random numbers, from rudimentary pseudorandom processes to the cutting-edge techniques that power data safety on the internet.

    15 min
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We discuss and try to understand aspects of science and maths out loud, sharing our experiences as we go. A fun and casual podcast that delves deep into all things scientific, run by Leo Sutherby with help from William Colvine, Ishaan Daas and Rohan Crowe. Discussing all the biggest ideas in physics, maths, science and philosophy. Building a community of academically curious people is a goal for the podcast, if you want to get involved with an episode, please get in contact.

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    Scientific Discussion
  • Années d’activité
    2022 - 2023
  • Épisodes
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