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Statistics Made Simple

Brad R. Fulton, PhD
Hypothesis Testing
ANOVA
Confidence Intervals
Simple Linear Regression
Data Analysis
Statistics
Correlation
Statistical Significance
P-Value
Normal Distribution
Sample Statistics
US Presidential Approval Ratings
Social Science
Categorical Variables
Chi Square Test
Quantitative Methods
Confidence Interval
Statistical Evidence
Statistical Inference
Sampling Distribution

This podcast introduces the statistical methods used to analyze data about society with an emphasis on applying those methods. This podcast will help you to be a more informed and critical reader of academic research, public opinion polling, and advertisement claims that present statistical evidence.

Lecture slides and course material can be obtained by emailing bradrfulton@gmail.com

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This episode provides a comprehensive introduction to statistical concepts and how they relate to social science research. Professor Fulton discusses the course objectives which include teaching listeners to gather, describe, analyze, and interpret d... more

In this episode of "Collecting Data and Sampling," the complexities of sampling in research are explored, drawing an intriguing parallel to casual weekend trips to Costco for free samples. This analogy sets the stage for a deeper discussion on the st... more

This episode provides a comprehensive introduction to statistical concepts and how they relate to social science research. Professor Fulton discusses the course objectives which include teaching listeners to gather, describe, analyze, and interpret d... more

In this episode of "Collecting Data and Sampling," the complexities of sampling in research are explored, drawing an intriguing parallel to casual weekend trips to Costco for free samples. This analogy sets the stage for a deeper discussion on the st... more

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Brad Fulton
Professor and host focusing on statistics education and communicating statistical evidence to a broad audience.

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 598 ratings
  • A gentle introduction to statistics

    I’ve only listened to the first episode, but so far so good. I’m looking forward to the rest of the series and exploring the resources, which Dr Fulton kindly shared. Thanks for putting this out there Dr. Fulton. 5*

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gingerbread2019
    United Kingdom5 days ago
  • Love this intuitive approach

    Dr. Fulton has been amazing at explaining statistics in a way that makes sense. I took an introductory statistics course in my PhD , but the concepts were still abstract and I didn’t understand when certain terms were applicable. This podcast, supplemented by personal anecdotes and by the students’ questions and feedback in the class, have proven to be very useful in scaffolding information to better support my engagement and retention of the content. Even though I have yet to complete the serie... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gabriella.H.
    United States11 days ago
  • A gentle approach to basic statistics

    I am a second year business student. Throughout my time as a business student, I have found that I enjoy data analytics and data science quite a lot and I have decided to gain a deeper understanding of statistics as a whole. I was however very intimidated and a little hopeless as well, as I used to struggle with math in school and it was always a topic of anxiety for me. Professor Fulton’s lectures have been a tremendous help for me to learn in a classroom, without actually sitting in it as “the... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hszy_btt
    Germany13 days ago
  • Understandable Statistics

    Brad explains the basic but difficult concepts of statistics in a understandable way. His explanation really helpt me to grasp the concepts in their essence. I highly recommand listening to all episodes of this podcast serie of you are interested in statistics.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    [nick_name]
    Netherlandsa month ago
  • Prof Fulton’s lectures have been very helpful in supplementing my studies. I especially appreciate the clarity he provides — his explanations cut through the fog that often surrounds statistics and make complex concepts much easier to understand. The structured, practical approach has been a valuable reinforcement to my coursework. -Michael

    Audible
    5
    Mick
    United Statesa month ago

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There is consistent praise for the course-like structure and actionable takeaways for analyzing data and evaluating evidence.
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19_Multiple Comparisons: Delving Deeper with ANOVA
Q: Is there a significant difference in the mean cost of natural science textbooks and humanities textbooks?
Yes, there is a significant difference as concluded from the hypothesis test.
19_Multiple Comparisons: Delving Deeper with ANOVA
Q: What is our F-statistic for the ANOVA analysis?
The F-statistic is 4.05 indicating a significant difference in costs.
15_Inference for Quantitative Variables (Part 1 of 2)
Q: Can you use StatKey?
Yes, StatKey can be used to find t-star for a specified confidence interval.
15_Inference for Quantitative Variables (Part 1 of 2)
Q: What would be our formal decision with this hypothesis test?
The t-value that was obtained will help determine if we reject or fail to reject the null hypothesis based on whether it exceeds a critical value or not.
14_Inference for Categorical Variables (Part 2 of 2)
Q: Why can’t we just answer the question about whether female students are less likely than male students to be engineering majors?
Because we need to account for the possibility that the observed sample could occur by random chance under the null hypothesis.

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What is Statistics Made Simple about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on teaching statistics through social science examples and real-world data stories, with a strong emphasis on making statistical ideas accessible and practically useful for readers and researchers. Episodes routinely cover fundamental concepts such as sampling, data collection, experiments, inference, and hypothesis testing, often illustrated with relatable anecdotes and everyday analogies. It stands out for its clear, beginner-friendly approach, the use of practical examples, and a focus on critical thinking about statistical claims in media, research, and public discourse. Listeners likely include students, researchers, and professionals who want to build intuition around data, improve literacy in evaluating statistical e... more

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