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Statistics need Stories to give them meaning. Stories need Statistics to give them credibility. Every Thursday John Bailer & Rosemary Pennington get together with a new, interesting guest to bring you the Statistics behind the Stories and the Stories behind the Statistics.

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American Football is a game played with 11 players on offense competing against 11 players on defense, with a sequence of plays executed as one team attempts to outscore the other, but each discrete play reflects actions on the field by players and o... more

News stories are filled with tales of risk and uncertainty. We're told the probable chance of a weather event or how likely it is that we might contract an illness. There's an art to telling stories with uncertainty that provides context and nuance t... more

Statistical literacy was described by Iddo Gal as "the ability to interpret, critically, evaluate and communicate about statistical information and messages". With that in mind, get ready to take a journey on all the ways our guests are promoting sta... more

Data visualizations are everywhere, showing up in social media, in the news, and on company websites. With this onslaught, it can be hard to know what visualizations to trust. Learning how to navigate bad graphs and charts is a focus of this episode ... more

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Recent Guests

Sir David Spiegelhalter
Emeritus Professor of Statistics at the University of Cambridge, author and broadcaster
University of Cambridge
Episode: The Art of Uncertainty | Stats + Stories Episode 376
Dr. Pedro Campos
Deputy Director of the International Statistical Literacy Project, Associate Professor, Faculty of Economics at the University of Porto
International Statistical Literacy Project
Episode: Enhancing Statistical Literacy | Stats + Stories Episode 375
Nathan Yau
Author of two books on data visualization and runs the Flowing Data Blog
Flowing Data
Episode: Deciphering Dishonest Charts | Stats + Stories Episode 374
Michael Pearce
Fourth year PhD student in statistics at the University of Washington
University of Washington
Episode: The Age of the Supercentenarian | Stats + Stories Episode 229 (REPOST)
Riley Acton
Assistant Professor of Economics at Miami University, specializing in the economics of education.
Miami University
Episode: Choosing a College in the Era of Polarization | Stats + Stories Episode 373
Dr. Doug Nitschka
Professor in the Department of Applied Mathematics and Statistics at the Colorado School of Mines and Emeritus Senior Scientist at the National Center for Atmospheric Research
Colorado School of Mines
Episode: Intl Prize Stat Winner Grace Wahba Legendary, Statistician & Mentor | Stats + Stories Episode 372
Dr. Finbarr O'Sullivan
Professor and Chair of Statistics at University College Cork, UCC
University College Cork
Episode: Intl Prize Stat Winner Grace Wahba Legendary, Statistician & Mentor | Stats + Stories Episode 372
Nicole Webster
Research Analyst at Education Analytics
Education Analytics
Episode: Viral Statistical Capacity Building | Stats + Stories Episode 293 (REPOST)
Libby Peer
Research Manager at Education Analytics
Education Analytics
Episode: Viral Statistical Capacity Building | Stats + Stories Episode 293 (REPOST)

Hosts

Rosemary Pennington
Co-host and producer, with extensive experience in statistics and storytelling, emphasizing statistical literacy, communication, and education.
John Bailer
Co-host and chair of the Miami Statistics Department, known for integrating statistics with real-world applications and enhancing educational methodologies.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 76 ratings
  • Excellent show

    One of my favourite podcasts. Brilliant content, great hosts, easy listening, great interview format. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sophie.i.d
    Australia4 years ago
  • Thanks for this effort

    It is a such good podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    medo1029
    Saudi Arabia6 years ago
  • Best way to learn about and appreciate quantitative thinking

    I found this podcast while enrolled in a beginning quantitative methods course. It has been so incredibly helpful (and inspiring!) to hear the interviews from statisticians and researchers who work with data, and put it into the context of the stories they're trying to understand. The interviews are interesting and entertaining, and helpfully put all of these concepts that I've been abstractly learning about into practical realities.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KAyflew
    United States8 years ago
  • Listener

    I just listened to Episode 48: "Were the cancer clusters real? Statistical support for evaluating public policy" with guest David Banks - interesting topic & knowledgable guest. This episode highlighted how Statisticians can help make the world a better place when they work together with Journalists/the Media. I'm still a bit crushed by what I learned about Gregor Mendel, though.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    OxfordListener
    United States8 years ago
  • Great Podcast!

    Statistics affect our lives in so many ways but most people are not aware of it. Understanding how statistics relate to my everyday life makes this a really interesting podcast! Give it a listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Midwest_Surf_Guy
    United States9 years ago

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The Art of Uncertainty | Stats + Stories Episode 376
Q: How can we communicate risk more effectively?
Spiegelhalter outlines principles for trustworthy communication, urging that conveying both what we know and do not know is crucial.
The Art of Uncertainty | Stats + Stories Episode 376
Q: What inspired the writing of this book?
Spiegelhalter was inspired by the success of his previous book and the chance to discuss topics he has been interested in throughout his career.
Deciphering Dishonest Charts | Stats + Stories Episode 374
Q: What propelled you to create the guide 'Defense Against Dishonest Charts'?
The increasing prevalence of misleading charts and the need for people to understand how to analyze them.
Deciphering Dishonest Charts | Stats + Stories Episode 374
Q: How did Flowing Data get started?
It started as a grad school project where Nathan documented things he learned and it grew from there.
The Age of the Supercentenarian | Stats + Stories Episode 229 (REPOST)
Q: Can you talk a little bit about the study that you were writing about for Significance?
Michael detailed that the key idea revolves around understanding human lifespan and the complexities of studying maximum lifespan.

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This educational series explores the intricate relationship between statistics and storytelling, emphasizing how quantitative data enhances narratives and vice versa. Conversations often feature experts from various fields—including academia, journalism, and data science—who share their insights on statistical literacy, effective communication of data, and the implications of statistics in the real world. The show distinguishes itself by merging academic rigor with engaging anecdotal storytelling, making complex statistical concepts accessible to a broad audience. Listeners can expect thought-provoking discussions on topics ranging from public health data to educational assessments and the ethical dimensions of statistical reporting.

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2. Dr. Pedro Campos
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5. Riley Acton
6. Dr. Doug Nitschka
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