The Offensive Lineman (with John Urschel) - Numberphile Podcast

John Urschel is studying for a PhD in mathematics - and played three seasons of professional football in the NFL.
Mind and Matter - by John Urschel and Louisa Thomas - on Amazon - amzn.to/2Yqiyw0
Book on the publisher's website - bit.ly/UrschelBook
John's math publications - math.mit.edu/~urschel/papers.html
John's NFL stats - www.nfl.com/player/johnurschel...
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[@SmileyMPV]

Never heard of this guy, and here I am hooked to a 36 minute podcast.

[@randomuser778]

Brady, you are a remarkably talented interviewer. Your questions really bring a depth to the subject and leave us with a fuller appreciation of the interviewee's ideas.

[@Tker1970]

Baltimore native and Raven fan here! Great podcast and we were proud to have him on the team.

[@Traceuratops12]

As a math educator, I love what John is trying to do for mathematical outreach. I'm glad I can point to him as a role model for my own students. I can't wait to see and show more of his work in that area.

[@NoriMori1992]

At first I was wondering, "Why is Brady interviewing someone I've never heard of, who isn't even very far into his math career?" But as I read his Wikipedia page, it became very clear. This guy's only a year older than me and he's already achieved so much. And now that I've listened to the interview: Wow! He sounds like a fantastic person all-around! Thanks so much for interviewing him and bringing him to our attention. I can't wait to see what else he achieves down the road. You have to bring him back in a few years!

[@bonecanoe86]

I'm a math nerd and a sports fan. No reason those two things need to be mutually exclusive!

[@ajcollins15]

I never knew my hero was interviewed by Brady but here we are. I have known of John since high school because he came from my high school and he gave a talk at my graduation. In a lot of ways he is the reason why I always stayed with math in undergrad and why now I am a mathematical psychologist PhD student.

[@PTNLemay]

He's six foot three and has a PhD in maths. He kind of reminds me of Doctor Hulk. Thanks for bringing him to our attention Brady. Really interesting.

[@tetsi0815]

This dude seems to be the coolest person ever. The point he makes about sports being put on a kind of pedestal as a way out but education being the better tool is really important. Education is by no means a guarantee but it gives you way better chances than hoping to make it with professional sports.

[@GglSux]

@Numberphile2 Thanks for another fantastic podcast, and introducing us to this amazing Young man. I could not help but being immensely impressed by his combination of obvious talent. ambition and willpower, while still managing to remain humble and forthright. Best regards.

[@knurbsi]

Nicely done, once again. I really am enjoying these podcasts. Please keep them coming.

[@MrSmackdab]

this is so refreshing and inspiring

[@shadyradwan261]

I'm into the first 2 mins or so, the visual animation is absolutely amazing.

[@njklhs4578]

very cool interview, thanks to both of you

[@anthonybertoni9646]

“Once we remove the Kickers” 😢

[@N.I.R.A.T.I.A.S.]

This was an excellent interview Brady, thanks so much. As a fan of both mathematics and the NFL, this ticked a heap of boxes for me.

[@ThePrimevalVoid]

This was really interesting to listen to!

[@markosunka1469]

I love this guy! Def gonna check out his book

[@LFish]

chessbrah brought me here

[@afbdreds]

I know him from the chess world!

[@StreuB1]

We need a Numberphile main channel video from John!!! Brady!!! GET TO MIT!!!! We need to see what John is working on!!!

[@carnsoaks1]

stoked

[@calvinnelson570]

This is awesome

[@guscox9651]

The transition at 2:38 confused my brain Oh wait, that's the whole video

[@bernardopicao267]

What is the name of the conjecture he talked about?

[@asconblake]

The visuals, Brady - the visuals.

[@zoklev]

25:06

[@RalphDratman]

Fanboy Brady!

[@nsngold]

I'm early

[@crazyspider17]

early