"Chess is like the game of life because you always have to have a backup plan for everything."

"Chess is like the game of life because you always have to have a backup plan for everything."
Lamar Richardson
An inmate at Emory-Phillips State Prison in Georgia who competes with Emory University students.
"When the scarecrow gets his brain, he incorrectly states the Pythagorean theorem."
Anthony Harkin
Harvard postdoctoral fellow, pointing out one of many mathematical errors found in movies and television shows -- this one from "The Wizard of Oz."
"It's really easier to use than a car -- plus there's no other cars coming at you."
Bing Lantis
CEO of airplane manufacturer Lancair Certified, on small private planes.