
Math Therapy explores the root causes of math trauma, and the empowering ways we can heal from it. Each week host Vanessa Vakharia, aka The Math Guru, dives into what we get right and wrong about math education, and chats with some of today’s most inspiring and visionary minds working to make math more accessible, diverse, and fun for students of all ages. Whether you think you’re a "math person"... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 141 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Self-ImprovementEducationMathematicsScience | |||

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What happens in the brain when we're learning math? What makes some students struggle more than others with it? Can someone study brain science if they're scared of math?! These are some of the questions... more
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We talk about math trauma all the time on this podcast, but sometimes the feelings around it can be hard to articulate. There's one confidence-crusher we can all easily picture from school though - the fee... more
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Ever drive down a familiar road, hit the same old pothole, and think "Didn't they patch that up last summer? And it's already back?!" Well buckle your seatbelt, because today's guest is going to show you h... more
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Over the summer, Vanessa recorded our first interview with an actual real life audience when she sat down at a conference with Chase Orton for an unfiltered and tense conversation.
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Vanessa is real in a way many self proclaimed “math people” are not capable of being. It’s so important for us as math educators to be our true selves and see our students as they are, and she challenges you to do just that with humor and love.
Vanessa is real in a way many self proclaimed “math people” are not capable of being. It’s so important for us as math educators to be our true selves and see our students as they are, and she challenges you to do just that with humor and love.
Vanessa makes talking about math relatable, fun, and entertaining! She brings on fabulous guests with diverse perspectives, and I laugh (and sometimes cry) the whole episode. Keep doing this amazing, and so incredibly important work! Chicks with glittery eyeshadow rock at math!
As an educator, this podcast is so informative and encouraging. As a HUMAN, Vanessa and her guests unpack math anxiety and mindset that is so beneficial for everything that we do. Always hilarious, entertaining, and educational - I absolutely love this podcast!
Your interview of Jo Boaler has energized and motivated me! I am Boalever too! Mindset and productive struggle along with tools to understand the benefits of stress are all key. Thank you for this great show.
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A thoughtful, accessibility-driven show explores math anxiety, trauma, and the learning journey with a focus on practical strategies for teachers, students, and parents. Episodes highlight human-centered pedagogy, leadership in education, and innovative uses of tools like AI, manipulatives, and calculators to reduce math fear while boosting curiosity and resilience. A standout trait is the host's warm, engaging style and a steady stream of diverse guests—from therapists and educational researchers to veteran teachers and industry mentors—centering on healing math relationships and making math more inclusive and enjoyable for all ages.
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Math Therapy launched 7 years ago and published 141 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Math Therapy include:
1. Amy Johnston
2. Chase Orton
3. Deena Shaffer
4. Timothy Jones
5. Heidi Sabnani
6. Edward Doolittle
7. Curtis Brown
8. Steve Leinwand
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