Behind the Scenes Minis: Wow, Phones
Holly and Tracy talk about how actuarial science informs other fields, the book "The Player," and insurance mentions in Terry Pratchett's writing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
12 Jan 202415min
The Birth of Actuarial Science and Life Insurance, Pt. 2
As life insurance and assurance became more common, companies that offered coverage ran into in problems in the 18th and 19th century. Part 2 also covers how Insurance has been used by gamblers as a g...
10 Jan 202434min
The Birth of Actuarial Science and Life Insurance, Pt. 1
Actuarial science is all about calculating risk – risk of injury, illness, death, risk of market shifts and financial outcomes. Part one covers the earliest population tables and early examples of lif...
8 Jan 202435min
SYMHC Classics: Alfred Wegener
This 2019 episode covers the career Alfred Wegener had outside of his ideas around what we now understand as plate tectonics, which had both detractors and supporters. See omnystudio.com/listener for ...
6 Jan 202432min
Behind the Scenes Minis: Planning for Pigeons
Holly and Tracy talk about the new year and the ways they use calendars. Tracy mentions the birds that often receive ire from humans.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
5 Jan 202422min
The Great English Sparrow War
In the 19th century, a heated dispute arose over the house sparrow and its introduction into North America. Elliot Coues and Thomas Mayo Brewer held opposing opinions on the matter which they defended...
3 Jan 202439min
Almanacs and Day Planners
People have kept diaries and recorded notes since writing was invented. But planners as we think of them today have their roots in almanacs. Research: Atkins, Samuel. “Kalendarium Pennsilvaniense.” ...
1 Jan 202433min
Holiday Bonus: Brief History of Gin
For New Year's Eve, we're resharing our Sept 2021 episode on the history of gin. Happy New Year to all our listeners, and cheers to you no matter your drink of choice!See omnystudio.com/listener for p...
31 Dec 202343min
