Self Improvement: Archimedes' Eureka and other moments

Self Improvement: Archimedes' Eureka and other moments

Author: ABC May 26, 2021 Duration: 10:09
It's a Greek word that has slipped into the Aussie vernacular, but the word "Eureka" was famously yelled by the great thinker Archimedes. So where did his lightbulb moment come from? And what happened next? Your teacher this week is Dr Anne Rogerson, the Charles Tesoriero Senior Lecturer in Latin at the University of Sydney.

Every Wednesday offers a chance to reset, and the Self Improvement Wednesday podcast from ABC is here to guide that process. This isn't about vague inspiration; it's a structured, weekly session dedicated to practical learning. Each episode focuses on a single, actionable topic, breaking it down with clarity and depth. The instruction comes directly from experienced educators and thinkers based in Sydney, bringing a grounded, often relatable perspective to the conversation. You'll hear detailed explanations, thoughtful answers to common questions, and concrete steps you can apply immediately, whether the subject is mindfulness, communication, productivity, or a new skill. The pace is deliberate, favoring substance over soundbites, making it feel like a personal tutorial. This podcast understands that real growth is incremental, built one Wednesday at a time. It’s for anyone who believes education shouldn't end in a classroom and that self-improvement is best approached with curiosity and a good teacher. Tune in for a regular dose of focused insight that aims to leave you a little more capable than you were before you pressed play.
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Who is Migaloo? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 9:08
Find out all about the curious white whale Migaloo, who looks like an iceberg underwater. Your teacher for Self Improvement Wednesday is Dr Vanessa Pirotta, Wildlife Scientist at Macquarie University.
How do stalagmites and stalactites form? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:04
Ever wondered how those ethereal mineral formations are created in caves? Prof Andy Baker, cave and karst expert at UNSW’s School of Biological, Earth and Environmental Sciences is your teacher this week for Self Improve…
Turtles with a bite! Meet a baby Alligator Snapping Turtle [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:48
Learn all about the the prehistoric-looking alligator snapping turtle. It's the largest freshwater turtle in North America and among the largest in the world. With its spiked shell, beaklike jaws, and thick, scaled tail,…
Orchids: masters of deception [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 9:06
They're the most diverse plant family in the world and they've managed to survive in all kinds of environments thanks to a whole lot of kooky and deceptive survival techniques. Learn about some of the sneaky tactics used…
Public transport as a public space [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:20
Train carriages, station platforms and other transport like buses and ferries are also some of the most-used public spaces in our cities – many thousands of us share these intimate spaces with strangers every day.