Launched in March 2019 (and named “Living Proof” in February 2021), the INI podcast series aims to highlight the diverse people and explore the many interconnected topics linked to the Institute’s activities. Interviewees range from visiting academics and lecturers to mathematicians, other scientists, musicians, artists, students, and prominent figures within the University of Cambridge and beyond. The podcast typically involves mathematical themes, but is specifically aimed at a general audience. The focus is on the subjects being interviewed and the social stories they have to tell, not just on the significance and details of the research they may be undertaking. We hope there is interest and inspiration here for everyone.
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Dan Aspel speaks to Dr Nicolas Boulle, one of the most recent recipients of the INI-Simons Postdoctoral Fellowships in Mathematics.
Dan Aspel speaks to Dr Patrick Sprenger, one of the most recent recipients of the INI-Simons Postdoctoral Fellowships in Mathematics.
Yuriy Semenov shares his experience of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, and of finding support in the UK through INI’s “Solidarity for mathematicians” programme.
Professor Nataliya Vaisfel’d speaks of her experience as a refugee fleeing the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
Maths communicators Ben Sparks and Katie Steckles share the tricks of their trade and explain how to make maths fascinating.
Dan Aspel and Christie Marr speak to Don Zagier and Silke Zagier about life as a travelling academic couple, the history of mathematics in Japan, and much more.
Maha Kaouri and Christie Marr speak to Tom Whipple, Science Editor at The Times.
Dan Aspel and Christie Marr speak to Prof Parimala Raman of Emory University about mathematics in India and beyond.