Breaking Math @breakingmathpod

A podcast about mathematics, natural sciences, and culture. You're guaranteed to learn something new! linktr.ee/breakingmathme… Boston, MA Joined December 2016

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Autumn Phaneuf, MSE @1autumn_leaf

4 days ago

What if math could reveal the hidden structures of injustice? I chat with mathematician and author @DrEugeniaCheng on @breakingmathpod about her new book "Unequal," exploring concepts like abstraction and outliers help us rethink fairness. Listen now. youtu.be/mVEJ1XeP5iU?si…

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Jim O'Shaughnessy @jposhaughnessy

6 days ago

Myths are operating systems. Stories that capture minds become rules of thumb; rules become rites; rites are institutionalized and institutions shape reality. Repetition of the story reinforces the rules of the games people play to rise in society. Rinse and repeat.

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Autumn Phaneuf, MSE @1autumn_leaf

a week ago

Update on @breakingmathpod! We are in contact with @HForgedFiction and our RSS feeds have been messed up by @zencastr. Thank you, Eric at Hand Forged Fiction, for helping us try to get the show back. 💕 Please help us fix this Zencastr!! The business needs you! 😭

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Autumn Phaneuf, MSE @1autumn_leaf

2 weeks ago

Here's my LinkTree linktr.ee/1autumn_leaf

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Autumn Phaneuf, MSE @1autumn_leaf

2 weeks ago

Gabriel and I have worked so hard on this show, start our accounts back up from zero, and we are going to keep it running. I'm going to need everyone of you to follow my other social media and YouTube Channel if you all want the updates on this. youtube.com/@BreakingMathP…

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Autumn Phaneuf, MSE @1autumn_leaf

2 weeks ago

I'm greatful that @Spotify has addressed this. I have secured our YouTube, and locked/updated our RSS feed. I still have no control over the syndication that happened on anchor.fm from this other team, but they took over our @Apple @AppleSupport @ApplePodcasts

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Autumn Phaneuf, MSE @1autumn_leaf

2 weeks ago

FYI: @breakingmathpod's RSS feed has been hacked. We foind out today from several listeners that @HForgedFiction's platform has taken over our RSS feed. I have been on the phone with @Spotify @SpotifyUSA @zencastr @Apple @AppleSupport @ApplePodcasts for 10+ hrs

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Breaking Math @breakingmathpod

3 weeks ago

Dating? Negotiating? Job hunting? They’re not just choices—they’re games. In our new episode with @1autumn_leaf, @FairweatherPhD shows how economics can help you play smarter (even when the rules are rigged). Hate the Game →youtu.be/Wg_Viqs12FI?si…

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Autumn Phaneuf, MSE @1autumn_leaf

3 weeks ago

The economy is unfair. The rules are tilted. But you still have moves. And with the right strategy, you can play the unfair game—and win. Listen to @FairweatherPhD on @breakingmathpod youtu.be/Wg_Viqs12FI?si…

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Autumn Phaneuf, MSE @1autumn_leaf

3 weeks ago

Or work. You’re told: “Work hard and you’ll be rewarded.” But often promotions go to those who play the system differently. Seeing the incentives of your boss, your peers, and the company can completely change your strategy.

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Autumn Phaneuf, MSE @1autumn_leaf

3 weeks ago

Take dating. We think it’s about love, sparks, romance. But economics shows patterns: couples survive longer when their incomes & risks don’t perfectly overlap. It’s less Romeo & Juliet… more portfolio diversification.

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Autumn Phaneuf, MSE @1autumn_leaf

3 weeks ago

Economics gives us “cheat codes”: -Backward induction (plan from the end backward) -Inside vs. outside options (you always have more than one) -Utility (play your game, not someone else’s) These aren’t abstract theories. They’re real-life tools.

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Autumn Phaneuf, MSE @1autumn_leaf

3 weeks ago

Imagine life as a giant strategy game. Some players start with more money, more moves, even better dice. Unfair? Absolutely. But here’s the twist: you can still win—if you learn the rules.

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Autumn Phaneuf, MSE @1autumn_leaf

3 weeks ago

Ever felt like you’re playing by the rules and still falling behind? @FairweatherPhD (@Redfin Chief Economist & author of Hate the Game) joins us on @breakingmathpod to talk about the hidden economics shaping love, work & housing—& how to play smarter. youtu.be/Wg_Viqs12FI?si…