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A sophomore solves an unsolved math problem and bonds with a legendary professor. Guest: Ross Lippert, MIT Class of '93, PhD '98, Course 6, 8, and 18, Senior House. How does the mind of a genius approach learning? Can we incorporate this in our own lives?   Episode notes and transcript Ross' Solution (click on View PDF at top of page): A Probabilistic Interpretation of the Hurwitz Zeta Function Video: The Riemann Hypothesis, Explained (16 min) Video: The Simplest Math Problem No One Can Solve – Collatz Conjecture (22 min) Follow the show on the LinkedIn and Twitter If you have a story suggestion related to MIT, please contact me at host [at] institrve [dot] com Copyright 2022 Institrve

An alumna is crowned champion on the Jeopardy! game show, only to realize that her well-being is in jeopardy. Guest: Lillian Chin, MIT Class of 2017, SM 2019, Course 6, Random Hall, and East Campus. This episode is about the unintended consequences of fame and one woman's attempt to contend with the dark forces of the internet. Episode notes and transcript Follow the show on the LinkedIn and Twitter If you have a story suggestion related to MIT, please contact me at host [at] institrve [dot] com Copyright 2021 Institrve

Against all odds, a child Holocaust survivor finds his way to freedom and MIT. Part 2 continues with life under communism, a daring escape, and improbable journey to the Institute. Guest: Robert Ratonyi, MIT Class of 63, SM 64, Course 2, Sigma Alpha Mu, Graduate House, and Westgate. Learn more about Bob's incredible journey in his moving book From Darkness into Light: My Journey Through Nazism, Fascism, and Communism to Freedom. Episode notes and transcript Follow the show on the LinkedIn and Twitter If you have a story suggestion related to MIT, please contact me at host [at] institrve [dot] com Copyright 2021 Institrve

Against all odds, a child Holocaust survivor finds his way to freedom and MIT. Part 1 is a World War II survival story. Guest: Robert Ratonyi, MIT Class of 63, SM 64, Course 2, Sigma Alpha Mu, Graduate House, and Westgate. Make sure to listen to Part 2 to allow light to emerge from darkness. Learn more about Bob's incredible journey in his moving book From Darkness into Light: My Journey Through Nazism, Fascism, and Communism to Freedom. Episode notes and transcript Follow the show on the LinkedIn and Twitter If you have a story suggestion related to MIT, please contact me at host [at] institrve [dot] com Copyright 2021 Institrve

Years after graduating, an alumnus confronts his father's sordid past. Guest: Harvy Simkovits, MIT Class of 76, SM 77, Course 6, MacGregor House. Have you ever been pressured to do something against your will or compelled to look the other way? Was it instigated by a close family member? This story offers lessons on navigating this challenge and describes one man's journey of healing. This episode is just a small sampling of Harvy's story. Learn more at his website: https://www.harvysimkovits.com Or get a copy of his first book: Just Lassen to Me! – A First Generation Son's Story: Surviving a Survivor Episode notes and transcript Follow the show on Twitter If you'd like to dive deeper into the world of con artists, I highly recommend a true crime podcast by my friend Javier Leiva called Pretend, stories about real people pretending to be someone else. If you have a story suggestion related to MIT, please contact me at host [at] institrve [dot] com Copyright 2021 Institrve

t = 0. It all begins somewhere. MIT is a bewildering place, synonymous with seemingly impossible innovations. Behind strokes of genius are human beings who had to confront their fears, overcome challenges, and ultimately find the courage to be themselves. This podcast explores the diversity of the human experience. By hearing the stories of others, we just may find a piece of ourselves and be inspired to transcend our own limitations. Episode notes and transcript: https://institrve.com/000-welcome-to-institrve/ Follow the show on Twitter If you have a story suggestion related to MIT, please contact me at host [at] institrve [dot] com CREDITS Theme Music: Centerline Digital Graphics Design & Hosting: SAM IT Solutions Web Design: Barking Dog Studio Copyright 2021 Institrve