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It’s Not Just Numbers

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by Marcello Seri, Jamara Admiraal, Jard Nijholt

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24 episodes

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It’s Not Just Numbers is a podcast about mathematics and its human side. Each episode begins with our guests’ own stories: how they came to maths, what drew them in, and what fills their time outside it. We then explore a mathematics-related theme, from research and teaching to academic life and the wider role mathematics plays in society, while making space to question common stereotypes and misconceptions about maths and mathematicians. If mathematics has ever sparked your curiosity, or if you have ever wondered what it is really about, this podcast is for you! Opinions are our own.

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Recent Episodes

April 11, 2026

S3E04 - Becoming a teacher with Heleen van der Ree and Gerrit Roorda

In this episode, Heleen van der Ree (NVvW – Dutch Association of Teachers in Mathematics) and Gerrit Roorda (Teacher Educator, University of Groningen) join us in a conversation around what it means to become a high school mathematics teacher.Together, we discuss their personal transitions into math education and the day-to-day realities of their roles. We explore the rewards and challenges of standing in front of a classroom, the importance of fostering problem-solving skills, and the space for innovation and creativity.Wether you are curious or you are interested in it for your future career, in this episode you will find plenty of information, including the various pathways students in the Netherlands can take to start a rewarding teaching career. Episode links:<ul><li><a href="https://www.nvvw.nl/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Dutch Association of Teachers in Mathematics (NVvW)</a></li><li><a href="https://www.rug.nl/staff/g.roorda/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Gerrit Roorda's webpage</a></li><li>Anne van Streun's work on Mathematical Thinking Activities (Ontwerpen van wiskundige denkactiviteiten), available via the <a href="https://www.slo.nl/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">SLO website</a></li><li><a href="https://buildingthinkingclassrooms.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Peter Liljedahl's Building Thinking Classrooms</a></li><li><a href="https://nrich.maths.org/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">NRICH Cambridge maths</a></li><li><a href="https://www.europeanwomeninmaths.org/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">European Women in Mathematics</a> and <a href="https://www.ewmnetherlands.nl" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">European Women in Mathematics – The Netherlands</a></li></ul> = = = { 0 } = = =Produced by Marcello Seri, Jamara Admiraal and Jard Nijholt= = = { 0 } = = =Illustrations by Henrieke KrijgsheldThe podcast soundtrack is derived from the royalty free track Starving by OctoSound and used in agreement with pixabay license https://pixabay.com/music/funk-starving-170377We are grateful to the Faculty of Science and Engineering of the University of Groningen for allowing us to use their equipment for this recording.

March 18, 2026

S3E03 - Postdoc life with Lara Vicino and Armin Pirastehzad

In this episode we sit down with Lara Vicino and Armin Pirastehzad to discuss what it is like to become a Postdoctoral Researcher. The life of a researcher is often romanticized, but what really happens the day after you defend your PhD? With the help of our guests, we explore the transition from PhD life to being an independent researcher, and what it takes to navigate that shift. Episode links:<ul><li><a href="https://fmf.nl/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">⁠</a><a href="https://sites.google.com/view/laravicino/home-page" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Lara's webpage</a></li><li><a href="http://arminpirastehzad.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Armin's webpage</a></li><li><a href="https://wine5.math.hr/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Women in Numbers Europe 5</a></li><li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nvKeu46jgwo" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">John Cleese's speech on creativity (1991)</a></li><li><a href="https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/not-just-numbers/episodes/S1E09---Doing-a-PhD-in-Mathematics-e2llbpe" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">S1E09 - Doing a PhD in Mathematics</a></li></ul> = = = { 0 } = = =Produced by Marcello Seri, Jamara Admiraal and Jard Nijholt= = = { 0 } = = =Illustrations by Henrieke KrijgsheldThe podcast soundtrack is derived from the royalty free track Starving by OctoSound and used in agreement with pixabay license https://pixabay.com/music/funk-starving-170377We are grateful to the Faculty of Science and Engineering of the University of Groningen for allowing us to use their equipment for this recording.

February 18, 2026

S3E02 - Student associations, with Remco de Jong and Ilinca Antonache

In this episode we get to know Remco de Jong and Ilinca Antonache, board members of the mathematics and physics study association FMF. Together we get to understand what are study associations at Dutch universities, how they differ from student associations, and what is like to run one. Episode links:<ul><li><a href="https://fmf.nl/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">FMF website</a></li></ul> = = = { 0 } = = =Produced by Marcello Seri, Jamara Admiraal and Jard Nijholt= = = { 0 } = = =Illustrations by Henrieke KrijgsheldThe podcast soundtrack is derived from the royalty free track Starving by OctoSound and used in agreement with pixabay license https://pixabay.com/music/funk-starving-170377We are grateful to the Faculty of Science and Engineering of the University of Groningen for allowing us to use their equipment for this recording.

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What is It’s Not Just Numbers?: It’s Not Just Numbers is a podcast about mathematics and its human side. Each episode begins with our guests’ own stories: how they came to maths, what drew them in, and what fills their time outside it. We then explore a mathematics-related theme, from research and teaching to academic life and the wider role mathematics plays in society, while making space to question common stereotypes and misconceptions about maths and mathematicians.

If mathematics has ever sparked your curiosity, or if you have ever wondered what it is really about, this podcast is for you!

Opinions are our own.
How often does this podcast release new episodes?: This podcast updates bi-weekly.
Where can I listen to this podcast?: This podcast is available on 8 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
Does this podcast accept guests?: Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.

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