Send us a text Terry Berry skied 41 Birkies and lived his life like so many Birchleggers - skiing, training, and creating a legacy for others to appreciate and to follow. Terry's wife, Diane shares stories from their time together and how she and Terry, along with family and friends, created memories they'll never forget. __________________________…

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🔎 Episode Overview In this Flashcard Friday episode of Math! Science! History!, we’re diving into a simple yet powerful math trick: The Rule of 72. Have you ever wondered how long it takes for your investment to double? Or how quickly inflation can cut your purchasing power in half? The Rule of 72 offers a quick mental shortcut to estimate these ch…

In this episode of Math! Science! History! we explore the life and legacy of Bob Moses, a pioneering activist and math educator. Discover how Moses used mathematics as a tool for social justice, empowering underserved communities with the freedom to learn and create change. We will delve into his work with the algebra project, his impact on civil r…

Send us a text Kim Rudd is a parent, a coach, an adventure travel leader, and an elite wave Birchlegger! In every role she aims to inspire and empower others to enjoy the outdoors and all the challenges and the beauty one can find there. Kim has found the balance necessary to ski fast while being grateful for the ability to be in the woods flying a…

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Welcome to the "Week in Review," where we delve into the true stories behind this week's headlines. Your host, Tony Brueski, joins hands with a rotating roster of guests, sharing their insights and analysis on a collection of intriguing, perplexing, and often chilling stories that made the news. This is not your average news recap. With the sharp i…

Welcome to the "Week in Review," where we delve into the true stories behind this week's headlines. Your host, Tony Brueski, joins hands with a rotating roster of guests, sharing their insights and analysis on a collection of intriguing, perplexing, and often chilling stories that made the news. This is not your average news recap. With the sharp i…

Send us a text In 2004 after preparing to ski his best Birkie ever, Thom Gerst had one of the most memorable Birkies he could have imagined. Just not the way he thought... Listen to Thom tell his story of the one-ski Birkie as first published in the Birch Scroll that year. Thom then tells us what he has been up to since then and how he keeps active…

It's Flashcard Friday! Have you ever made a mistake, and then realized it was the best mistake you've ever made?! Today's Flashcard is about a vacation, a petri dish and a mistake. For the transcripts, come visit us at www.MathScienceHistory.com ! And while you're there, please feel free to buy us a cup of coffee! Thank you for listening! Until nex…

The Case That Could EXPOSE Police Corruption – Sandra Birchmore Deserves Justice How do you fake a suicide and get away with it—at least for a few years? That’s the unsettling question surrounding the alleged murder of Sandra Birchmore, a young woman who was groomed and abused by not just one, but multiple police officers in Stoughton, Massachusett…

Send us a text In this episode we speak with Kitty Earl-Tornianen who has been an elite wave skier for many years even as she has reached Birchlegger status. Kitty shares her year-round commitment to staying fit and continuing to compete at the highest level. Spoiler alert: it takes hard work and dedication to doing the hard things. As she says, "I…

Shocking Cover-Up What Police Don’t Want You to Know About Sandra Birchmore What happens when the people sworn to protect and serve are the very ones hiding the darkest secrets? The case of Sandra Birchmore is a stomach-turning tale of power, manipulation, and a cover-up so deep it took the FBI stepping in to crack it open. A young woman, groomed f…

It's Black History Month! This week is a repost from season one about Dr. Roger Arliner Young. She was America's first black, female zoologist to get her doctorate. This month I'll be honoring the black, noble goddesses in STEM who inspire, motivate, and forge paths for those who have been marginalized. She is, no doubt, one of my favorite sheroes …

Happy Birkie week everyone and welcome to episode two of The Birchcast, the official podcast of the American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation. We launched this past fall with an audio version of our Birch Scroll magazine. And now we're back with some more stories and conversations In this episode, you'll hear from a unique Birkie Champion. You'll hear Bi…

The Cover-Up Unraveling: More Officers May Be Linked to Sandra Birchmore’s Death Was this just incompetence, or is there something far more sinister lurking beneath the surface? As the case against Farwell unfolds, the allegations are enough to make your skin crawl—statutory rape, grooming, and a web of disturbing connections that may have involved…

Send us a text Jeff Ingram is a year-round silent sports athlete who counts biking as his number one sport. However, once he took up skiing the Birkie as a way to stay in shape over the winter, he was hooked on the experience. Jeff shares some of his favorite memories about those early Birkies and how he has "done everything wrong" over the years. …

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It's Flashcard Friday! Have you ever been stuck trying to memorize a phone number, and address, or something even longer like your credit card? Try chunking it out. The tips are all in the podcast! Visit us at www.MathScienceHistory.com ! And while you're there, please feel free to buy us a cup of coffee! Thank you for listening! Until next week, c…

It's February and in Canada, Germany and the United States it's Black History Month! Today's episode celebrates three prominent Black Canadian scientists whose contributions to science made significant impacts not only in Canada, but around the world; they are William Allen Jones, Anderson Ruffin Abbott, and Sophia Bethena Jones. To read the podcas…

A former Stoughton, Massachusetts, police detective charged with murdering a pregnant woman appeared in a brief court hearing on Monday as both sides continued reviewing evidence. Matthew Farwell, 38, was indicted in August 2024 for the death of 23-year-old Sandra Birchmore, who was found dead in her Canton apartment on February 4, 2021. Birchmore,…

Send us a text In this episode I interview my good friend Gary Gerst, who got me started on my Birkie journey. Gary shares stories of his first Birkie, a helpful Norwegian, and wool knicker envy. In 2025 he is skiing his 45th Birkie from wave 35. Gary has a great perspective on what it takes to finish the Birkie and how his priorities have changed …

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Send us a text Our first episode features Paul Thompson, the President of the Birchleggings club. Paul is a great example of a Birkie skier who has turned his passion for the outdoors into a platform to improve the world. Paul uses his voice to draw attention to preserving the health of winter so that generations of skiers can continue to enjoy our…

You may have never heard of Claude Mydorge, but in the seventeenth century he made a difference in the world of science. Sometimes even the smallest contributions to knowledge can have a lasting impact! Visit us at www.MathScienceHistory.com ! And while you're there, please feel free to buy us a cup of coffee! Thank you for listening! Until next we…

This is a repost about Dr. Charles Drew from spring of 2020, and it is still timely, especially today. Even after Dr. Drew’s passing, his name lived on. His home was designated as a National Historic Landmark. The United States Postal Service honored him, schools have been named after him, and a United States Navy ship has been named after him. Als…

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Rabbits are known for their breeding expertise. And the mathematician Fibonacci utilized that knowledge to create a thought experiment that led to a sequence of numbers that we refer to as the Fibonacci Sequence. This sequence can also be drawn into a curve that we see in nature and within our DNA. Yes, we are all mathematically connected! To read …

Due to the L.A. fires, I am reposting an older podcast about the history of Earth Day. It is sad to note that in my intro, you will hear alarming sirens in the background, which juxtaposes the beautiful sound of the birds chirping in the reposted podcast I recorded five years ago. If you want to donate to help those affected by the L.A. fires, I ha…

What makes someone an "expert"? Can a few years in an ER really qualify someone to decide whether a wound was caused by a dog bite—or something else entirely? In this episode, Tony Brueski and retired FBI agent Robin Dreeke untangle the bizarre twists of the Karen Read case, a trial that feels more like a reality show than a quest for justice. From…

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The Fall of Trooper Michael Proctor: A Trail of Misconduct and Broken Trust On January 15, 2025, Massachusetts State Trooper Michael Proctor will face a disciplinary hearing that could mark the end of his career. The hearing follows a cascade of controversies involving Proctor’s investigative conduct in several high-profile cases, each raising seri…

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In the winter of 2021, the apparent suicide of 23-year-old Sandra Birchmore, a young woman pregnant with her first child, leaves her family in shock and disbelief. They refuse to accept the official narrative, convinced that Sandra, who had finally found happiness after a lifetime of hardship, would never take her own life. Their suspicions quickly…

This is the " The Year in Review," where we delve into the true stories behind this year's most compelling headlines. Your host, Tony Brueski, joins hands with a rotating roster of guests, sharing their insights and analysis on a collection of intriguing, perplexing, and often chilling stories that have dominated the news. This is not your average …

This is the " The Year in Review," where we delve into the true stories behind this year's most compelling headlines. Your host, Tony Brueski, joins hands with a rotating roster of guests, sharing their insights and analysis on a collection of intriguing, perplexing, and often chilling stories that have dominated the news. This is not your average …

This is the " The Year in Review," where we delve into the true stories behind this year's most compelling headlines. Your host, Tony Brueski, joins hands with a rotating roster of guests, sharing their insights and analysis on a collection of intriguing, perplexing, and often chilling stories that have dominated the news. This is not your average …

This is the " The Year in Review," where we delve into the true stories behind this year's most compelling headlines. Your host, Tony Brueski, joins hands with a rotating roster of guests, sharing their insights and analysis on a collection of intriguing, perplexing, and often chilling stories that have dominated the news. This is not your average …

This is the " The Year in Review," where we delve into the true stories behind this year's most compelling headlines. Your host, Tony Brueski, joins hands with a rotating roster of guests, sharing their insights and analysis on a collection of intriguing, perplexing, and often chilling stories that have dominated the news. This is not your average …

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Three months after former Stoughton police officer Matthew Farwell's arrest in connection with the alleged murder of Sandra Birchmore, newly uncovered documents shed light on his relationship with the 23-year-old and the events leading to her death. The revelations come from a Freedom of Information Act request that granted access to email records …

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