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Make Me Data Literate features Dr Linda McIver interviewing fascinating people who work with Data, asking the question: What is the one thing you wish everyone knew about data? From Maths Education to Misinformation, we'll cover everything that's interesting about Data Science and how it affects us all.

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A very timely and fascinating conversation on Data Centres and their impact on our energy emissions, the tactics used by the industry, and the generative AI industry more broadly. Always a delight to talk with Ketan Joshi! So many great quotes from t... more

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A fantastic chat with Dr Jake Clark, Principal Evaluation Advisor | Impact & Evaluation for STEM Education at CSIRO. Jake talks about using evidence to make STEM programs the best they can be, among many, many other things! “There’s so many great ini... more

In this episode we sat down with David Spriggs, CEO of InfoExchange, a not-for-profit social enterprise working to empower the community help the not-for-profit sector have more impact in their work through the use of technology and data. This is als... more

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"one of the other things that sometimes gets said is that qualitative research is subjective because it's based on people's thoughts and perceptions And to that I guess I'd say well, you know to a degree is but I don't think there's any approach at a... more

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Recent Guests

David Spreecks
CEO of InfoExchange, a not-for-profit social enterprise
InfoExchange
Episode: Dr Jake Clark on STEM education and all the things!
David Spriggs
CEO of InfoExchange, a not-for-profit social enterprise
InfoExchange
Episode: David Spriggs and Data for Social Good
Helen Dickinson
Professor of Public Service Research at the University of New South Wales in Canberra
University of New South Wales in Canberra
Episode: Helen Dickinson on Qualitative Data and Inclusive Research
Mark Stickells
CEO Pawsey Supercomputing Research Centre
Pawsey Supercomputing Research Centre
Episode: Mark Stickells on AI & the role of Humanities in STEM
Pascal Elahi
Quantum Supercomputing Research Lead at Pausy Supercomputing Center
Pausy Supercomputing Center
Episode: Pascal Elahi on Quantum Computing, the value of a broad education, and a lot more!
Dr. Kat Ross
Astrophysicist, support scientist at the Australian SKA Regional Centre
Australian SKA Regional Centre
Episode: Dr Kat Ross on Astrophysics, Bias in Science, and Including Diverse Scientists in Education
Dr. Emily Kahl
Researcher at Pawsey Supercomputing Centre
Pawsey Supercomputing Centre
Episode: Dr Emily Kahl on pretty much everything!
Dr. Darren Mansfield
Medical doctor trained in respiratory medicine and sleep disorders
Monash Health
Episode: Darren Mansfield on Sleep, Data, and Sleep Tracking Devices
Dr. Sarah Beecroft
Supercomputing specialist at Pawsey Supercomputing Research Centre
Pawsey Supercomputing Research Centre
Episode: Sarah Beecroft on Bioinformatics and the joy of puzzles

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Linda McIver
Host of Make Me Data Literate

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 12 ratings
  • Accessible, enjoyable, informative.

    The title says it all: the talks are readily understood, (i.e. you don't need to be a statistician to 'get' the information proffered), often amusing, and informative. Data is integral to our lives whether we like it or not, and so it is best to understand how it is being used, abused or simply ignored by the press and powers that be.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    seaside tallboy
    Australia4 years ago
  • Stats

    This has the potential of being a good information based podcast on data

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    @J_W
    Australia4 years ago
  • Fascinating conversations

    This podcast features fascinating conversations with data experts covering all manner of topics like user experience, proxy data and counting versus modelling, as well as discussions about the implications of good and bad data analysis.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pseudo-Pea
    Australia4 years ago

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Great breadth of guests across science and technology
Occasional uneven pacing and heavy jargon on some episodes
Accessible and easy to understand for non-experts
Mix of deep technical topics and practical takeaways

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Helen Dickinson on Qualitative Data and Inclusive Research
Q: How did you get into this line of work and what shaped your focus on disability policies and services?
Her career path started in geography and health policy, with a long trajectory through policy work and academia, eventually leading to a focus on how policies interact with real-world service delivery and lived experiences of people with disabilities.
Pascal Elahi on Quantum Computing, the value of a broad education, and a lot more!
Q: What excites you most about the future of data and quantum computing?
The possibility of democratizing access to quantum tools and enabling scientists to remap problems to quantum or classical frameworks, potentially accelerating breakthroughs in fields like biology and medicine.
Pascal Elahi on Quantum Computing, the value of a broad education, and a lot more!
Q: Is there anything you wish everyone knew about data?
Bias in data is a fundamental issue; understanding how data is collected, sampled, and processed reveals the limitations of any model and helps explain why results may diverge from reality.
Mark Stickells on AI & the role of Humanities in STEM
Q: So, first of all, who are you and what do you do?
I'm the CEO of the Pawsey Supercomputing Research Centre, leading a national facility that supports science and research across Australia with a focus on high-performance computing and enabling researchers to tackle big data and complex simulations.
Sarah Beecroft on Bioinformatics and the joy of puzzles
Q: What did you have to learn to do what you're doing now?
She explains she moved from wet lab biology into coding and Bash, learned on the job, and gradually built the skill set to train others and work with HPC for biology.

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A thoughtful interview series that centers data literacy, ethics, and practical use of data across sectors. Episodes frequently feature researchers, practitioners, and leaders discussing how data foundations, critical thinking, and transparent communication shape everyday decisions, policy, and education. The conversations often explore intersections between technology and society—from AI and HPC to data stewardship in science—while highlighting real-world lessons, risks of misinterpretation, and the importance of diverse perspectives. A standout angle is the blend of technical depth with accessible storytelling, plus a recurring emphasis on partnerships and responsible data usage that helps non-experts grasp why data literacy matters for e... more

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