Math! Science! History!

In this episode of Momentum Monday, I cover how the ancient mathematician Diophantus, who revolutionized problem-solving by focusing on relationships between numbers, can inspire us to rethink our own relationships. Instead of fixating on fixing others, I challenge you to observe, question, and experiment with your connections, just like solving an equation. Whether it's a coworker, family member, or friend, I share how curiosity, pattern recognition, and small changes can shift the momentum in your favor. Plus, I reference research from Albert Bandura, Daniel Kahneman, and B.F. Skinner to ground these ideas in psychology.
🔗 Sources & Further Reading:
Diophantus and the Birth of Algebra
Albert Bandura's Social Learning Theory
Daniel Kahneman's Thinking, Fast and Slow
B.F. Skinner Science and Human Behavior
 
3 Things You'll Learn
How to observe relationships like a mathematician, identify patterns, not just problems.
Why questioning your assumptions (e.g., "Are they ignoring me or overwhelmed?") prevents misunderstandings.
How to experiment with small changes to shift the dynamic in any relationship.
 
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AI may verify proofs, but it can't replace curiosity. In this episode, I travel back nearly 1,800 years to meet Diophantus of Alexandria and explore how his approach to mathematics still shapes modern problem-solving, from Fermat's Last Theorem to today's AI-assisted research. Along the way, we discover why the real value of mathematics isn't finding answers. it's learning how to think.
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• Discover why Diophantus is considered one of history's most influential mathematicians.
• Learn how his work inspired Fermat's Last Theorem centuries later.
• Explore whether AI is changing mathematics. or simply giving mathematicians better tools.
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Can mathematics be patented? In this episode, I explore one of the most fascinating questions in mathematics, intellectual property, and computer science by tracing the history of patents from the ancient world to today's software and AI algorithms. Along the way, we'll discover why mathematical ideas themselves remain unpatentable while the innovative ways we apply them can change technology, and the future.
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You'll learn:
• Why mathematics itself cannot be patented but mathematical applications sometimes can.
• How ancient patent and copyright ideas evolved into modern intellectual property law.
• How the MP3, Fourier Series, FFT, and the Alice v. CLS Bank case shaped today's software patents.
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You don't have to be a famous chemist to think like one. This week, I share three "flashcards" inspired by John Dalton that reveal how you're already using the same habits of observation, organization, and intellectual curiosity that have fueled scientific discovery for centuries.
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You'll learn:
• Why noticing everyday patterns is the first step of scientific thinking.
• How organizing information is one of the most powerful skills of mathematicians and scientists.
• Why changing your mind when new evidence appears is a sign of wisdom—not weakness.
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Success doesn't begin with talent, it begins with the habits you practice when no one is watching. This week, I share three powerful life lessons from chemist John Dalton that can help you build momentum, overcome obstacles, and develop the kind of character that earns lasting respect.
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You'll learn:
• How to move forward even when opportunities seem out of reach.
• Why consistent daily habits create extraordinary results over time.
• How humility and genuine relationships build a legacy that lasts.
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