Communicating risk effectively in a post-truth world
In the latest episode of The Data Malarkey Podcast, host Sam Knowles engages in a compelling discussion with Sir David Spiegelhalter, Emeritus Professor of Statistics at the University of Cambridge. Renowned for his expertise in statistics and risk communication, Sir David shares insights into effectively conveying risk in today’s complex information landscape. Navigating the pandemic […]
Reflecting on Season Four of Data Malarkey
In the final episode of Season Four of The Data Malarkey Podcast, host Dr Sam Knowles looks back on six insightful conversations exploring how data is used across different industries. The season featured experts from science, pharmaceuticals, logistics, finance, government, and cultural analysis, all demonstrating the power of data when used effectively and transparently. Promoting […]
Visualising music and culture through tube maps
In the latest episode of The Data Malarkey Podcast, host Sam Knowles speaks with Mike Bell, founder of Mike Bell Maps, about his innovative approach to data visualisation. Bell, a former tour manager for various bands, combines his background in music with his expertise in mapping to create visual narratives of cultural histories, using the […]
Understanding global Government procurement
In the latest episode of The Data Malarkey Podcast, host Sam Knowles engages in a compelling conversation with Ian Makgill, the founder of Spend Network. Makgill and his team are dedicated to enhancing transparency and efficiency in the global public sector procurement market, which is estimated to be worth approximately $13 trillion, representing about 13% […]
Exploring disparities in football finance
In the latest episode of The Data Malarkey Podcast, host Sam Knowles engages in a thought-provoking discussion with Kieran Maguire, a renowned expert in football finance. Maguire, a chartered accountant and lecturer at the University of Liverpool, is well-known for his clear analysis of the financial complexities within football. He is the author of the […]
Business lessons from military logistics
In this episode of The Data Malarkey Podcast, host Sam Knowles speaks with John McFall, CEO of SupplyChainWise, about how principles from military logistics can benefit businesses. With over 15 years of experience in the Royal Air Force (RAF), including deployments in Afghanistan and Iraq, McFall later transitioned to Amazon and Amazon Web Services, applying […]
Embracing collaboration for actionable insights
In the latest episode of The Data Malarkey Podcast, host Sam Knowles converses with Mark Montgomery, Vice President and Head of Global Insights at Novartis. With over three years in this role, Montgomery brings a wealth of experience from his tenure at pharmaceutical giants such as GSK and AstraZeneca, as well as a decade in […]
Promoting evidence-based public discourse
In the latest episode of The Data Malarkey Podcast, host Sam Knowles engages in a compelling conversation with Tracey Brown, Director of Data Science of Sense About Science. Since its inception in 2002, Sense About Science has been at the forefront of advocating for the accurate representation of scientific evidence in public discussions, aiming to […]
Exploring diverse data applications in modern professions
In the concluding episode of Season Three of the Data Malarkey podcast, host Sam Knowles reflects on the insights shared by six distinguished guests, each demonstrating the unique yet interconnected ways data is utilised across various professions. Recorded remotely between April and September 2023, these conversations reveal common themes in data application, despite the diversity […]
Streamlining business operations through data
In the sixth episode of Season Three of the Data Malarkey podcast, host Sam Knowles converses with Alexis Kingsbury, co-founder of AirManual. AirManual specialises in assisting businesses to document their processes, onboarding, and training, enabling employees to assume new responsibilities efficiently and deliver high-quality work promptly. With a background in Management Science and a career […]