Guides: Mathematics and Physics: TV, Radio & Video

Blogs and Magazines

A selection of blogs and online magazines covering mathematics and physics related issues:

The Aperiodical
A regular blog devoted to all things mathematical, covering interesting developments, events and reviews. There's also a monthly puzzle!
Plus Maths
An online magazine with a mix of short and in-depth articles which aim to "introduce readers to the beauty and the practical applications of mathematics".
Chalkdust Magazine
A new online magazine featuring ongoing research and interesting practical applications alongside some fun aspects of mathematics.
Alex Bellos' Monday Puzzle

YouTube

Regularly updated YouTube channels on maths and physics concepts:

Numberphile
Videos about numbers.
Sixty Symbols
Videos about physics and astronomy.
Vi Hart
Maths with drawings!
Khan Academy
For when you need a reminder of the basics!

Podcasts and TED talks

TV and Radio

TV and radio series available via Box of Broadcasts:

The Story of Maths
Four episodes first broadcast in 2008 on BBC4. This series gives a good overview of the key developments, proofs and controversies in mathematics.
A Brief History of Mathematics
Ten 20-minute programmes broadcast on Radio 4 in 2010. Each programme looks at the work and impact of a mathematician.
Precision: The Measure of All Things
A series of three episodes first broadcast on BBC4 in 2013. An interesting overview of the development of standardised measurements.
Atom
A series of three episodes first broadcast on BBC4 in 2010. A look at the science around the basic building block of the universe.
The Secrets of Quantum Physics
Two episodes broadcast on BBC4 in 2014 investigating the theory of quantum physics.

One-off episodes on different aspects of maths and physics, all available via Box of Broadcasts:

Horizon: Fermat's Last Theorem
Documentary on mathematician Sir Andrew Wiles and his bid to find the proof to Fermat's Last Theorem.
The Joy of Stats
Statistics are great! This programme examines the history of statistics and how beneficial they are to society today.
The Art of the Impossible
Mathematician and cosmologist Sir Roger Penrose examines the art of M. C. Escher and considers the mathematical implications of his work.
Beautiful Equations
A look at equations from a different viewpoint! An art critic explores some of the most famous equations in science.
Calculating Ada: The Countess of Computing
An examination of the life of Victorian mathematician Ada Lovelace, who is credited with writing the first computer program.
The Secret Rules of Modern Living
A look at how algorithms are used in many aspects of our lives today.
The Search for Life
A look at the Drake equation and the search for extraterrestrial life.
The Secret Life of Chaos
A look at chaos theory and how it can help to explain the evolution of the universe.

Box of Broadcasts is a media archive service which records all free-to-view TV and radio programmes. In addition to those listed above there's a whole range of other scientific-related programmes on there too (Horizon, Wonders of the Universe, etc.). To find things you're interested in search by programme title, keyword or presenter.