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How 2 rob a bank

English - January 31, 2021 22:59 - 23 minutes - 21.6 MB - ★★★★★ - 1 rating
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In this episode, Zoey and Bia answer questions submitted by listeners. These include what inspired them to make the podcast, Instagram page and blog, why a common person should learn maths, and how hard it is to get good at it.

Timestamps:

00:36 What inspired you to make this page and podcast?

02:00 Who are we?

02:49 How did we meet?

03:37 What inspired you to take maths at university?

04:38 What advice would you give yourself if you could go back in time 10 years?

05:25 What advice would you give to young girls who want to pursue STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics)?

06:30 Why do you think a common person should learn maths?

09:39 How hard is it to get good at maths?

12:40 What is missing from elementary school maths syllabus that would make maths more fun?

14:13 Are mathematical models underrated or overrated?

16:37 Do you have any maths book recommendations?

18:10 Does it annoy you that people think you are men online?

20:18 From your experience, what have you learnt about communicating maths ideas online?

Useful links:

https://www.opendemocracy.net/en/5050/these-women-are-using-instagram-celebrate-unsung-women-science/