Humor - Physics/Mathematics related

Thread starter BjarkeTN
Start date Dec 4, 2012
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The discussion centers around preferences for physics and mathematics-related humor, with participants sharing their favorites. Popular choices include Tom Lehrer, "The Big Bang Theory," XKCD, and SMBC. Recommendations for humorous content in the science genre are encouraged, and a related thread on science humor is referenced for further exploration.

Dec 4, 2012

BjarkeTN

Hi all,
what sort of physics/mathematics related humor do you enjoy? Be it comics, TV shows, humorous books, music...
I personally like the ''usual'' stuff, Tom Lehrer, The Big Bang Theory (though a bit hit-and-miss), XKCD, SMBC. But I'd love to hear any recommendations!

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Dec 4, 2012

lisab

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Hi Bjarke - we have a thread on science humor here:

https://www.physicsforums.com/showthread.php?t=4463

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