Love Triangle and Other Maths (with Matt Parker)

In this episode, Gabriel and Autumn interview mathematician, comedian, and author Matt Parker about his latest book, "Love Triangle." They discuss the unique page numbering system in the book, which is based on the sine function, and how it adds an extra layer of discovery for readers. They also explore the use of triangles and quads in 3D modeling, the concept of Perlin noise, and the perception of randomness. The conversation touches on the intersection of mathematics and creativity, as well as the practical applications of mathematical concepts in various fields. The conversation explores various topics related to mathematics, including the analysis of the Mona Lisa, the use of math in playing pool, the discovery of new shapes, and the application of math in various fields. The speakers discuss the motivation behind exploring these topics and the interplay between math and art. They also provide advice for science and math content creators on YouTube. Keywords: mathematics, book, Love Triangle, page numbering, sine function, triangles, quads, 3D modeling, Perlin noise, randomness, creativity, practical applications, mathematics, Mona Lisa, parallax, pool, shapes, Fourier analysis, YouTube, physics, AI, machine learning Subscribe to Breaking Math wherever you get your podcasts. Become a patron of Breaking Math [https://www.patreon.com/breakingmath] for as little as a buck a month Follow Matt Parker on Twitter [https://x.com/standupmaths] and on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/user/standupmaths] at @StandUpMaths and find his book "Love Triangle" on Amazon [https://amzn.to/3Aw63r8] Follow Breaking Math on Twitter [https://x.com/breakingmathpod], Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/breakingmathmedia/], LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/breaking-math/], Website [https://breakingmath.io/], YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@BreakingMathPod], TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@breakingmathmedia] Follow Autumn on Twitter [https://x.com/1autumn_leaf] and Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/1autumnleaf/] Follow Gabe on Twitter [https://x.com/TechPodGabe]. Become a guest here [https://www.breakingmath.io/contact] email: breakingmathpodcast@gmail.com

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Malcolm O'Brien, a young man adopted into a life of advantage, returns to the neighborhood of his birth seeking credibility from a father he's never known. To determine his own destiny and apply privilege to a societal cause, he finds himself at odds with everyone he’s ever called family both old and new.An audio drama based on the stage play - Brother, Mine by KC Keene and Eric Dente.With an original score and songs by Matt Parker.Sound and spatial design by Will Pickens & Eric DenteStarring: Drew Drake, Rob Karma Robinson, Elizabeth Brewster, Andrew Kaempfer, and Rob Hille.