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  • A Year Since UBC: A Reflection

    A Year Since UBC: A Reflection

    It’s been just over a year since I finished everything at UBC (early August 2024), and almost a year since I moved away from BC (September 2, 2024). In some ways, it feels like no time has passed at all, but when I really think about it, my life has changed quite a lot in…

  • Impostor Syndrome and My Journey Through Math, Academia, and Life

    Impostor Syndrome and My Journey Through Math, Academia, and Life

    Math and I have had a peculiar relationship over the years. When I was young, back in Colombia, math came naturally to me. I was the kid excelling in the subject. Even after moving to the United States, my math skills helped me stand out at a time when I struggled with the language barrier.…

  • The Most Underrated Pizza Topping: Hot Honey

    The Most Underrated Pizza Topping: Hot Honey

    When it comes to pizza, people love to debate the best toppings, perfect combinations, and hidden gems. But if you ask me, one ingredient is the most underrated pizza topping: hot honey. Now, let’s be clear—classic pizza usually calls for two things: tomato sauce and mozzarella. But after that, the possibilities are endless. But honestly,…

  • I Got A Job! Reflecting on the Journey Outside Academia

    I Got A Job! Reflecting on the Journey Outside Academia

    For those who know me well, you’ll understand just how much I’ve struggled trying to land this job. For those who only know me a little or have met me recently, it might seem like I’ve always had everything figured out. Some might even envy, thinking: “This guy is well-educated, smart, and has done well in…

  • Who Is the Best Football (Soccer) Manager?

    Who Is the Best Football (Soccer) Manager?

    If you were to poll football fans today, nine times out of ten, the answer to “Who is the best football manager?” would likely be Pep Guardiola. There’s no denying that Guardiola is a great coach and manager. However, I believe it’s easy to argue that he’s not the best; many might criticize me for…

  • Is it okay to put pineapple on pizza?

    Is it okay to put pineapple on pizza?

    One of the biggest questions in the pizza world over the last few decades has been: Is it acceptable to put pineapple on pizza, or does pineapple belong on pizza? As one can see from the video below, my opinion is clear. These two questions, though similar, are actually quite different. The first asks whether…