Down the Rabbit Hole

Eric Ebersohl

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A daily podcast exploring all sorts of topics that I am interested in.

21 Jun

Pocket Labs: Doing Physics with Your Smartphone Sensors

In this concise panel episode Philip and Shauna walk listeners through how the sensors already in their smartphones can become a portable physics lab. We explain what common sensors do (accelerometer, gyroscope, microphone, magnetometer), demonstrate three short experiments you can try in under ten minutes each, and share simple data-collection and analysis tips that respect listeners' limited time. The goal is practical: give teachers, students, and curious adults immediate activities that illuminate core physics concepts—motion, waves, and fields—without special equipment. We also discuss classroom and at-home adaptations for different age groups and skill levels, plus app recommendations and quick troubleshooting. By the end of the episode listeners will have concrete, safe experiments they can run today and a clear path from raw sensor readings to intuitive physics insight.

6 min
22 hr ago

Analog Revival: Learning Computation with Springs, Op‑Amps, and Water

Analog Revival reframes old techniques—mechanical integrators, RC filters, op‑amp summers—as bite‑sized teaching tools for modern computing intuition. In this 7‑minute panel Philip and Shauna introduce why building and playing with simple analog rigs accelerates understanding of signals, feedback, and optimization without heavy math. We highlight three compact demonstrations you can grasp quickly: a mechanical integrator to show accumulation, an RC network to visualize filtering and time constants, and an op‑amp summer illustrating weighted addition. The episode is designed for listeners short on time: each idea links to practical starter parts, safety tips, and one small experiment you can complete in an evening. Listeners leave with a clearer mental model of continuous systems, concrete low‑cost projects, and pointers for turning tactile experiments into classroom or personal learning experiences.

7 min
1 day ago

Small Wonders: Quantum Sensors for Everyday Measurement

Quantum sensors are bringing quantum effects out of labs and into practical measurement tools—no deep math required. In this episode Philip and Shauna unpack what a quantum sensor actually measures, how it differs from classical instruments, and three approachable application areas: navigation and timing, medical and bio sensing, and environmental monitoring. We emphasize concrete value—why higher sensitivity, lower power, or new sensing modalities matter for educators, hobbyists, and curious professionals. The panel uses everyday analogies, quick demos you can try with inexpensive kits or smartphone add-ons, and classroom-friendly activities that fit a single lesson. Listeners will leave with clear criteria for when a quantum sensor is the right tool, three simple experiments to try, and a compact reading path to deepen understanding without getting lost in equations. Conversational, practical, and tailored for busy daily listeners who want usable next steps.

7 min
2 days ago

Tiny Brains: Neuromorphic Chips and the Future of Everyday Intelligence

Join Philip Draper and Shauna Brace for a compact, conversational tour of neuromorphic computing—the class of chips that mimic neural dynamics to run AI with far lower power. In this 7‑minute panel episode we unpack three practical things: a clear analogy to understand how neuromorphic hardware differs from conventional CPUs and GPUs; relatable real‑world uses (edge sensors, always‑on audio, ultra‑low‑power robotics and wearables); and quick, beginner‑friendly ways teachers and hobbyists can try hands‑on experiments and demos. Designed for listeners short on time who want clear takeaways, the discussion prioritizes intuition, classroom‑friendly explanations, and tangible next steps. By the end you’ll have three actionable takeaways, a shortlist of accessible resources and kits to explore this week, and a sense of when neuromorphic approaches make sense for projects and lessons.

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