Selects: MC Escher and His Trippy Art

In this episode of Stuff You Should Know, Josh and Chuck delve into the life and work of MC Escher, the artist renowned for his mind-bending geometric art. They explore Escher's early life, his artistic influences, and the mathematical principles underlying his famous tessellations and impossible constructions. The hosts discuss Escher's techniques, including woodcuts and lithography, and highlight key works like "Drawing Hands" and "Relativity." They also touch on Escher's later-in-life fame and the impact of World War II on his artistic direction, as well as read a listener mail.