
Matt Parker and Bec Hill present: A Problem Squared. A podcast dedicated to solving problems of all kinds, such as, "What should I listen to right now?". A Podcast Squared. First one's free. You're welcome. Episodes released twokly on Mondays.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 149 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Comedy | |||

🧦 Do you put your trousers or socks on first ?👖
🎲 How much would a standard pair of dice weigh if they were made up of just protons and neutrons? 🎲
🏉 And we have some Australian Ozzie Ballness that may or may not be in the right order.
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#️⃣ How wrong can a sequence of numbers be?
👂 What maths-related diagrams that would look good as a pair of earrings?
☕ And we have some Any Other Baristaness
Here is our dual-purpose Google Form - please answer our questions about number and cl... more
📖 What comes after thrice?
☕ How can I increase my chances of winning a free coffee?
🎹 And we have some Any Other Beatness
Thank you to everyone who sent in audio or visuals of the Thue-Morse pattern!
Here is Damien’s Thue-Morse Visualiser whi... more
📺 How long would it take to watch all of YouTube?
🪧 How can you make an interesting public display board without damaging the walls?
🏖️ And we have Any Other Beachness (it’s a bit windy and a bit crabby)
Head to our BlueSky/Twitter/Instagram to... more
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Bec and Matt bounce off each other so well that makes the podcast not just funny but also it's so clever. Blah blah blah keep up the good work.
Was looking for apple pie, and got this.
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This podcast has so many reasons to listen to it. It’s very funny, with both hosts being stand-up people (Bec is an actual stand-up comedian, and Matt calls himself a “stand up mathematician”). It’s also great for you to learn things you never knew, while never making the listener feel stupid. Other reasons to listen include: being a fan of Bec Hill and wanting more of her content, being a fan of Matt Parker and wanting more of his content, wanting to hear a live recording of de-facto merch bein... more
If I could rate this 0 out of 5 stars I would, not because it is bad but because it would be funny :P
The best (and only podcast other than Matt’s other show ‘a podcast of unnecessary detail’) I have ever listened to on an ongoing basis. Why aren’t there were more podcasts like this? - see if you can solve that problem guys!
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A lighthearted duo blends math, puzzles, and curious experiments with accessible explanations and lots of banter. Episodes span problem solving, clever demonstrations, and listener questions, often weaving in science, coding, and everyday curiosities. High points include live demonstrations, guest insights on topics like acoustics or psychology, and a distinctive “ding” moment that signals a breakthrough or joke. The show stands out for turning nerdy topics into cozy, friendly conversations that entertain as they educate, making it appealing to curious listeners who enjoy learning through humor and practical demonstrations.
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Recent guests on A Problem Squared include:
1. Steve Pretty
2. Jane Gregory
3. Dr. Sophie the Dentist
4. Darryl J Carrington
5. Katie Steckles
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