A New Chapter of Breaking Math: Get to Know Your Hosts
Tue Feb 03 2026
In this episode, Autumn and Noah celebrate the ninth anniversary of the Breaking Math podcast, reflecting on its journey and growth. They introduce Noah Giansiracusa as the new co-host and discuss the importance of engaging with the audience, storytelling in math, and the interdisciplinary nature of the topics they plan to cover. The conversation also touches on personal experiences, defining success in podcasting, and the dynamics of co-hosting, all while embracing their nerdy sides and fostering curiosity in their listeners.
Takeaways
Noah is introduced as the new co-host.Engagement with the audience is a priority.Storytelling is crucial in teaching math.Math communication can impact people's understanding of their lives.Success is defined by personal fulfillment, not just metrics.The hosts aim to humanize math and its applications.Embracing nerdiness fosters a relatable and engaging atmosphere.
Chapters
01:55 Welcoming Noah as Co-Host
05:37 Engaging with the Audience
07:26 Expanding the Narrative and Storytelling
09:34 The Power Dynamic in Education
11:18 The Importance of Storytelling in Math
13:44 Communicating Math Beyond the Classroom
15:33 Interdisciplinary Approach to Math
17:40 Future Topics and Directions
20:37 Personal Insights and Fun Facts
25:32 Defining Success in the Podcasting World
30:13 Personal Reflections on Success
36:19 Embracing Nerdiness and Authenticity
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email: breakingmathpodcast@gmail.com
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In this episode, Autumn and Noah celebrate the ninth anniversary of the Breaking Math podcast, reflecting on its journey and growth. They introduce Noah Giansiracusa as the new co-host and discuss the importance of engaging with the audience, storytelling in math, and the interdisciplinary nature of the topics they plan to cover. The conversation also touches on personal experiences, defining success in podcasting, and the dynamics of co-hosting, all while embracing their nerdy sides and fostering curiosity in their listeners. Takeaways Noah is introduced as the new co-host.Engagement with the audience is a priority.Storytelling is crucial in teaching math.Math communication can impact people's understanding of their lives.Success is defined by personal fulfillment, not just metrics.The hosts aim to humanize math and its applications.Embracing nerdiness fosters a relatable and engaging atmosphere. Chapters 01:55 Welcoming Noah as Co-Host 05:37 Engaging with the Audience 07:26 Expanding the Narrative and Storytelling 09:34 The Power Dynamic in Education 11:18 The Importance of Storytelling in Math 13:44 Communicating Math Beyond the Classroom 15:33 Interdisciplinary Approach to Math 17:40 Future Topics and Directions 20:37 Personal Insights and Fun Facts 25:32 Defining Success in the Podcasting World 30:13 Personal Reflections on Success 36:19 Embracing Nerdiness and Authenticity Follow Noah on Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter, Bluesky Follow Breaking Math on Substack, Patreon, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, Website, YouTube, TikTok Follow Autumn on Twitter, BlueSky, Instagram, LinkedIn, Substack Become a guest here email: breakingmathpodcast@gmail.com