storytelling with data podcast

We often complain about the constraints we face when communicating via a presentation: we don’t have enough time, we don’t have the right tools, we are only allowed a limited number of slides. In this episode, Cole discusses how constraints can actually be amazing and how imposing constraints intentionally on our work can better arm us to deal with those constraints that are less in our control. Cole also answers reader questions on strategies for upskilling data visualization across an organization, the best place to put monetary symbols, using different types of graphs together, and the use of color in data visualization.

LINKS:

Recent blog post illustrating different graph types on same slide

March #SWDchallenge recap: bring on the bars

Updates: upcoming public workshop in SF, Audible book

Big Book of Dashboards

Workshop/training inquiries: [email protected]

Questions? email [email protected]

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Feedback is a critical component for refining and perfecting data visualization. In this first episode, Cole discusses both the value of giving and receiving dataviz feedback and potential problem areas to avoid. Hear The Economist’s response to the recent hurricane data visualization challenge as well as answers to reader questions on the topics of when to use graphs, considerations with dashboards and dataviz 101 book resources.

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Mentioned show links:

• Feedback? email [email protected]
• Blog post: SWD makeover challenge on The Economist’s hurricane graph
• Article: “Design & Redesign in Data Visualization” by Fernanda Viegas & Martin Wattenberg
• Blog post: my guiding principles
• Article: The subtle art that differentiates good designers from great designers by UX Planet
• Blog post: a tale about opportunity
• Book: The Big Book of Dashboards by Steve Wexler, Jeff Shaffer & Andy Cotgreave
• Questions? email [email protected]

“Visualization is a game of decisions.” In this episode, Cole chats with data visualization consultant, teacher, researcher, and author, Andy Kirk. Hear about topics ranging from what can be learned from cartoons and other unexpected sources of inspiration to the importance of curiosity, practice, and editorial judgement for taking work from good to fantastic. They also discuss Andy’s blog series, little of visualization design, his new podcast/video series, Explore Explain, and answer viewer questions on creating “wow” designs, the role of the data viz consultant, and more.

LINKS:

Follow Andy: @visualisingdata | visualisingdata.com

Book: Data Visualisation: A Handbook for Data Driven Design

Blog series: little of visualization design (discussed: axis line fading, colour key titles, reset button, framing containers)

Podcast/video series: Explore Explain (discussed: ”Coronavirus tracked” with John Burn-Murdoch)

Lights, camera, action! Tune in to hear Cole, Randy and the entire SWD team chat with Kristen Johnson, Executive Director of Communications and Marketing at Wingate University and prior news reporter and executive producer. Given today’s need to communicate virtually, many of us are becoming mini-news reporters from our makeshift home studios and in this segment, you’ll get a variety of pro tips on how to do this successfully. From pragmatic considerations on clothing, light, and camera setup to strategies for practicing and getting comfortable talking to a lens: this episode has something for anyone who finds themselves communicating via camera.

For those wondering, the zoom recording didn't turn out (we had the wrong view settings, apparently). So, unfortunately, there is not a Zoom video recording.

NEW! May 7th travel-free public workshop

Products mentioned: ring light, Samson microphone, Mac StudioFix

In this repost of the Data Viz Today podcast, Information Designer Alli Torban talks with Cole about strategies for delivering data presentations, particularly for introverts. From identifying and managing nervous habits to intentionally adjusting style while maintaining authenticity, they share quick tips and broad strategies to put into practice. Discover how to signal confidence, even before feeling it, and learn about real-time data collection techniques to continually refine your speaking skills. Tune in to learn actionable insights that apply whether you're presenting informally to colleagues or commanding attention in front of a crowd!

Listening time 49:18 | related links:

• Follow Alli: website | podcast | LinkedIn | Twitter
• Original post & show notes: dataviztoday.com/shownotes/94

Book: storytelling with you: plan, create, and deliver a stellar presentation