Best Data Visualisation Podcasts (2026)

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Radical Cartography: What Maps Show, What They Hide, and Why It Matters 46:01

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In this episode, I sit down with Bill Rankin, historian of science at Yale and author of Radical Cartography, to unpack what maps really do beyond simply showing data. We talk about why mapping is an act of representation with real consequences, how common techniques like choropleths and cartograms shape what we see—and what we miss—and why there’s…

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Joshua Hurtado Hurtado on postmortal futures, future studies, de-growth, immortality imaginaries, future collective death, Westworld, and promoting your work in 2026 1:15:44

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What's the episode about? In this episode, hear Joshua Hurtardo Hurtardo on postmortal futures, future studies, de-growth, immortality imaginaries, future collective death, Westworld, and promoting your work in 2026 Who is Joshua? Joshua Hurtado Hurtado is a Mexican interdisciplinary researcher, currently finalising his PhD research at the Universi…

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Property Prices Look VERY Different When You Visualise Them Like This 6:12

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The Passive Property Investor YouTube Channel! - https://www.youtube.com/@ThePassivePropertyInvestor In this episode, I share a fascinating way to visualise UK property data. By using a seasonal heatmap of monthly price-paid data from 2021 to 2025, we reveal property patterns that most people never notice — including the months when prices spike, w…

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Why Federal Statistics Matter: Rob Santos on Trust, Data Integrity, and the Future of the Census 44:25

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This is the final episode of 2026! I hope you have enjoyed the show this year and also hope you have a great holiday season and happy new year. In this episode, I sit down with former Census Bureau Director Rob Santos to talk about the state of federal statistics, what’s threatening the quality and independence of federal data, and why surveys like…

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Interest Rates, Inflation & BTL: The REAL Numbers Nobody Shows You 4:37

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The Passive Property Investor YouTube Channel! - https://www.youtube.com/@ThePassivePropertyInvestor Interest rates are still high, inflation has eaten into everyone’s pockets, and landlords across the UK are asking the same question: ➡️ Is Buy-to-Let still worth it in 2025? In this video I break down: • Real BTL mortgage rates (2018–2025) • Rent g…

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Flourish, Canva, and the Future of Data Storytelling: Duncan Clark Returns to the Podcast 36:26

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In this episode, I’m thrilled to welcome back Duncan Clark from Flourish and Canva to talk about the incredible evolution of both tools over the past few years. We dig into how the Flourish and Canva teams have grown, how they now collaborate, and what that means for users who care about data visualization, storytelling, and workflow. Duncan walks …

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Inside IEEEVIS 2025: Key Themes, Best Papers, and the Future of Visualization 47:20

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In this episode, I sit down with Alvitta Ottley and Paul Parsons to recap everything that happened at the 2025 IEEE VIS Conference in Vienna. We talk about our experiences co-organizing the VisCom workshop, the surprising attendance, and the standout keynote from Moritz Stefaner. Alvitta shares insights on accessibility research and the surge of LL…

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Has London’s Property Market Falling? FULL Data Analysis 6:55

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The Passive Property Investor YouTube Channel! - https://www.youtube.com/@ThePassivePropertyInvestor In this episode, I dive into the REAL numbers behind London’s property market from 2020 to 2025. You’ve probably seen headlines saying “London has crashed” — but is that actually true? Using official UK House Price Index data, Rightmove sold prices,…

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Creative Approaches to Data Storytelling and Research Communication, with Dr. Jessamyn Fairfield  58:30

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Hi #SmartCommunity friends, in this episode of the Smart Community podcast I have a great conversation with Dr. Jessamyn Fairfield. Jessamyn is a lecturer in natural sciences at the University of Galway in Ireland. Jessamyn’s work specialises in art-science collaboration with a focus on performing arts and thinking differently about how people can …

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Professor Douglas Davies on the development of death studies, ‘words against death’, the ‘dividual’, religion, ‘sacred secrets’, the ‘opacity of the self’ and the ‘curated everything’ 1:14:51

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What's the episode about? In this episode, hear Professor Douglas Davies on thedevelopment of death studies, ‘words against death’, the ‘dividual’, religion, ‘sacred secrets’, the ‘opacity of the self’ and the ‘curated everything’, keeping a dream diaries since 1979, the over-optimism of posthumanism, wealth inequality, & the privilege of intellect…

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Making Complex Data into Consumable Storytelling, with Dr. Nathaniel Bavinton 54:38

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Hi #SmartCommunity friends, in this episode of the Smart Community podcast I have a great conversation with Dr. Nathaniel Bavinton, who you may remember from way back in Episode 183. Nathaniel is an urban sociologist and Associate Director at Urbis, working in their Smart and Sustainable Places team. In this episode Nathaniel tells us about data vi…

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Exploring Creative Data Visualization with Nadieh Bremer 43:38

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In this episode, I sit down with Nadieh Bremer to talk about her new book, Chart, and the creative process behind her data visualization work. We discuss how she structures the book around a spectrum from straightforward charts to full-on data art, and why uncommon chart types can communicate nuance so effectively. Nadieh shares insights from her t…

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Cybersecurity Visualisations and User-Centred Data Design, with Kuhu Gupta 44:53

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Hi #SmartCommunity friends, in this episode of the Smart Community podcast I have a brilliant discussion with Kuhu Gupta. Kuhu is a data visualisation engineer at Illumio, working at the intersection of cybersecurity data, storytelling and design. In this episode Kuhu tells us about network flow visualisations and zero trust segmentation in cyberse…

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Will Rent Controls Kill Buy-to-Let in the UK? 5:51

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The Passive Property Investor YouTube Channel! - https://www.youtube.com/@ThePassivePropertyInvestor Rent controls are back in the headlines – but will they kill buy-to-let in the UK? In this episode I break down: ✅ What rent controls actually mean for landlords and tenants 📊 The real data on rents, yields, and demand in 2025 ⚠️ How rent caps have …

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Predicting the Next Financial Crisis: The 18-Year Cycle Peak and the Bursting of the AI Investment Bubble 1:04:29

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In this episode, we had the privilege of speaking with Akhil Patel, a globally recognized expert in economic cycles, discusses the 18-year boom-bust pattern and warns that we're approaching the peak of the current cycle in 2026, with a major financial crisis likely in 2027. He analyzes the AI investment bubble, draws parallels to historical manias,…

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The Future of Dashboards, Data Apps, and AI with Plotly's Chris Parmer 35:29

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In this week’s episode, I talk with Chris Parmer, co-founder of Plotly, about how the company is integrating AI into the next generation of data visualization and analytics tools. Chris walks me through the thinking behind Plotly Studio, their new AI-native environment where natural language prompts generate real, auditable code for charts, dashboa…

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Data Stories for Wicked Problems: My First Year PhD Update 10:39

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Hi #SmartCommunity friends, in this special episode of the Smart Community podcast, I'm sharing an update on my first year of PhD research at the University of Technology Sydney's Transdisciplinary School. In this episode I tell you about my research focus shift from AI to persuasive data storytelling and how we can use data stories to engage commu…

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Is Buy-to-Let Still Worth It in 2025? | UK Property Investing Explained 6:42

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The Passive Property Investor YouTube Channel! - https://www.youtube.com/@ThePassivePropertyInvestor Is buy-to-let still worth it in 2025? With rising interest rates, new regulations, and changing property prices, landlords and investors are asking if buy-to-let still makes sense this year. In this video, I break down: ✅ Why buy-to-let STILL works …

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Beyond the Visual: How Tactile Maps Expand Data Accessibility 45:43

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In this week’s episode, I welcome Jakub Wabiński and Vincent van Altena to the show to talk about their new book, Tactile Mapping. We explore how tactile and multisensory design can make maps—and data—more accessible for people with visual impairments and beyond. Jakub and Vincent share insights into how tactile maps are designed, tested, and used …

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Making Change Visible and Actionable in Smart Communities, with Ash Hoover 50:53

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Hi #SmartCommunity friends, in this episode of the Smart Community podcast I have a brilliant discussion with Ash Hoover. Ash is a scientist turned technologist and AI R&D Lead at Planet Labs, an earth imaging company. They work at the intersection of artificial intelligence and earth observation, analysing millions of satellite images to understan…

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No Fixed Formula – How We All Made Money Differently 8:02

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The Passive Property Investor YouTube Channel! - https://www.youtube.com/@ThePassivePropertyInvestor There’s no single way to make money in property — it depends on your personality, skills, and resources. In this episode, I break down my approach and compare it with others I know in the industry: Legal mastermind who doesn’t touch spreadsheets Amb…

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Telling Stories with Maps: Allen Carroll on the Art of Map-Based Storytelling 29:46

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Welcome back to the show! In this week’s episode, I chat with Allen Carroll, former Chief Cartographer at National Geographic and part of Esri’s StoryMapsteam. We talk about his new book, Telling Stories with Maps, which explores how maps can communicate meaning, emotion, and narrative. Allen shares his journey from analog map design to interactive…

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Making Data Persuasive and Publicly Available for Smart Community Advocacy, with Professor Nicole Kalms 51:56

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Hi #SmartCommunity friends, in this episode of the Smart Community podcast I have a brilliant discussion with Professor Nicole Kalms. Nicole is a professor at Monash University and describes herself as a practice-based researcher interested in doing things in the real world. Trained as an architect, she leads the XYX Lab at Monash University, which…

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Dr. Jessica Young on assisted dying, the New Zealand End of Life Choice Bill, culturally responsive research, end of life care and decision making, and sociological approaches 1:06:38

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What's the episode about? In this episode, hear Dr Jessica Young on assisteddying, the New Zealand End of Life Choice Bill, culturally responsive research, end of life care and decision making, and sociological approaches. Who is Jessica? Dr Jessica Young is a Senior Research Fellow at Victoria University of Wellington and the University of Aucklan…

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Why Good Interest Rates Don’t Guarantee a Good Deal 5:36

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The Passive Property Investor YouTube Channel! - https://www.youtube.com/@ThePassivePropertyInvestor Everyone’s obsessed with interest rates — but here’s the truth: even when they’re low, other factors can completely derail your property plans. In this video, I share real-life stories from my own portfolio: The times I had great interest rates but …

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"Insuring Non-Determinism”: How Munich RE is Managing AI's Probabilistic Risks 39:09

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Peter Bärnreuther from Munich RE discusses the emerging field of AI insurance, explaining how companies can manage the inherent risks of probabilistic AI systems through specialized insurance products. The conversation covers real-world AI failures, different types of AI risks, and how insurance can help both corporations and AI vendors scale their…

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From Public Spaces to Boardrooms: Data Storytelling Across Contexts, with Nina Valkanova 46:30

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Hi #SmartCommunity friends, in this episode of the Smart Community podcast I have a brilliant discussion with Dr. Nina Valkanova. Nina is a design strategist with 20 years experience in digital innovation across consultancies, labs and applied research. In this episode Nina tells us about her research on civic data visualisations in public spaces a…

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Tenant Nightmares Pt. 2 – Why a Good Letting Agent is Worth Every Penny 8:38

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The Passive Property Investor YouTube Channel! - https://www.youtube.com/@ThePassivePropertyInvestor More true stories from my years as a buy-to-let landlord – from “cash-in-hand” dodgy deals to tenants drilling holes in ceilings, vanishing without paying rent, or leaving a house full of rubbish. I’ll share what went wrong, what it cost me, and how…

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Empowering Smart Community Advocates Through Data Literacy, with Marcus Foth 44:40

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Hi #SmartCommunity friends. Welcome back to this very special series here on the Smart Community Podcast, all about data storytelling, As part of my PhD research, I've been speaking with experts from all over the world who are using data visualisations and storytelling in real world projects to support decision making and advocacy. In this episode …

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Property Mentorships I’ve Tried – The Good, The Bad & What I Learned 12:14

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The Passive Property Investor YouTube Channel! - https://www.youtube.com/@ThePassivePropertyInvestor Over the years, I’ve invested in several property mentorship programmes — each with its own style, strengths, and weaknesses. In this video, I share: My personal experiences with different mentorships The benefits I gained from them The downsides an…

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Smart Community Data Stories for Environmental and Policy Change, with Jack Zhao 44:33

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Hi #SmartCommunity friends, in this episode of the Smart Community podcast I have a fantastic chat with Jack Zhao. Jack is a designer and maker of data visualisation with over 15 years of experience in research and industry. He co-founded Small Multiples with his partner Andrea Lau, where they help clients across all industries and sectors make dat…

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Should You Pay Broker Fees? My Real Experiences (The Good, The Bad & The Overpriced) 6:14

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Local Government Data Stories for Smart Community Engagement, with Kelly Henderson 48:01

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Hi #SmartCommunity friends. Welcome back to this very special series here on the Smart Community Podcast, all about data storytelling as part of my PhD research. In this episode of the Smart Community podcast I have a fantastic chat with Kelly Henderson. Kelly is Team Leader of Digital Innovation at Wellington City Council in New Zealand. With a ba…

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DDD17: The 2025 Death, Dying and Disposal Conference 1:39:26

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What's the episode about? In this episode, get an overview of the 2025 Death, Dying and Disposal Conference held in Utrecht in the Netherlands What was the conference about? The below information was taken from the conference website. 'Death is political and performs the political. This is evident not only in death itself, but also in the dead (who…

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BRRR Gone Wrong? How I Helped a Couple Keep on Track in Property Investing 5:20

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The Passive Property Investor YouTube Channel! - https://www.youtube.com/@ThePassivePropertyInvestor At a recent social gathering, I met someone, both him and his wife had solid careers and a dream to build wealth through property. They’d tried their first BRRR (Buy, Refurbish, Rent, Refinance, Repeat) deal, but the revaluation didn’t come back as …

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Fiscal Policy, Data, and Democracy: Insights from Former CBO Director Doug Elmendorf 29:28

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Welcome back to the show! In this week's episode, I sit down with Doug Elmendorf, former director of the Congressional Budget Office, to talk about the impact of government shutdowns, the challenges of fiscal sustainability, and the importance of independent statistical agencies. We discuss how shutdowns ripple through the economy and people’s live…

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Autographic Design and Data Storytelling for Smart Communities, with Dietmar Offenhuber 47:51

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Hi #SmartCommunity friends. Welcome back to this very special series here on the Smart Community Podcast, all about data storytelling as part of my PhD research. In this episode of the Smart Community podcast I have a brilliant discussion with Dr Dietmar Offenhuber. Dietmar is a professor at Northeastern University in Boston and chair of the Art an…

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Deal Looked Too Good — So I Walked Away 🚩 5:25

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The Passive Property Investor YouTube Channel! - https://www.youtube.com/@ThePassivePropertyInvestor The ROI looked insane. High rent, low costs, easy setup... But the tenant profile was risky, and the whole thing felt off. When deals look too good to be true — they usually are. 👇 Would you have taken the risk or walked like I did? 📈 Grow Your Pass…

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From Data Literacy to Storytelling: Insights from The Little Book of Data 34:27

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In this week's episode of the show, I sit down with Justin Evans, author of The Little Book of Data, to talk about what it means to truly think like a data person. Justin shares insights from his 20-year career in data and advertising, reflecting on why so many professionals struggle to embrace data and how his book helps break down those barriers.…

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From Research to Impact in Smart Community Communication, with Dr. Zina O'Leary 49:57

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Hi #SmartCommunity friends. Welcome back to this very special series here on the Smart Community Podcast, all about data storytelling, which is part of my PhD research In this episode of the Smart Community podcast I have a brilliant discussion with Dr Zina O'Leary. Zina is a sociologist, methodological expert and research communication specialist …