Best Statistical Significance Podcasts (2025)

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Breastfeeding Late Preterm Infants: Insights with Sandra Cole, IBCLC 48:38

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In this episode of Behind the Latch, Margaret Salty interviews Sandra Cole, RN, IBCLC, author of Breastfeeding Challenges Made Easy for Late Preterm Infants. Sandra shares her journey from NICU nursing to lactation consulting, and how her experiences with late preterm babies inspired her to write her groundbreaking book. Together, they explore why …

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ICE coverage exposes partisan media's not-so-hidden agendas: Bias Breakdown 9:53

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In episode 39 of Bias Breakdown, we dive into how partisan media shapes public perception of ICE operations. Using the recent arrest of a Des Moines school superintendent as a case study, we explore how Fox and CBS reported the facts with different framing—one highlighting legal violations, the other emphasizing community support — leading audience…

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WE'RE HAVING A BABY! | Ep 13 27:21

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Yes, a LOT has happened since the last episode. Sasha's preggers and married - not to Nebulous, though (for now). Highlights: - Should Sasha have a December baby or a January baby? Debate starts now! - Being 40 and pregnant: decidedly different than the last time round - OBJECTIVE differences between the UK and Singapore healthcare systems. - Sasha…

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Intl Prize Stat Winner Grace Wahba Legendary, Statistician & Mentor | Stats + Stories Episode 372 29:47

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The international prize in statistics is awarded every two years by a collaboration among five leading international statistics organizations: the American Statistical Association, the Institute of Mathematical Statistics, the International Biometric Society, the International Statistical Institute, and the Royal Statistical Society. The prize reco…

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Supporting Queer and Trans Families in Lactation: A Conversation with Jacob Engelsman, IBCLC 48:03

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In this episode of Behind the Latch, Margaret Salty interviews Jacob Engelsman, IBCLC and author of Lactation for the Rest of Us: A Guide for Queer and Trans Parents and Helpers. **Special Discount: Receive 20% off until 10/31/25 on Jacob's book with code "LACTATION20" here.** Jacob shares his journey into the lactation field, from working in resta…

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Media fueled assumptions over Jimmy Kimmel, ignoring facts: Bias Breakdown 15:20

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In episode 38 of Bias Breakdown, we dive into the suspension and return of Jimmy Kimmel’s late-night show, examining how media outlets pushed competing narratives that ignored the facts. From claims about plummeted ratings to alleged FCC pressure, we break down how speculation, flawed logic, and unsubstantiated reporting shaped the story—and what t…

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P-Values: Are we using a flawed statistical tool? 1:13:26

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P-values show up in almost every scientific paper, yet they’re one of the most misunderstood ideas in statistics. In this episode, we break from our usual journal-club format to unpack what a p-value really is, why researchers have fought about it for a century, and how that famous 0.05 cutoff became enshrined in science. Along the way, we share st…

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Viral Statistical Capacity Building | Stats + Stories Episode 293 (REPOST) 27:56

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Matthew Shearing is a private sector consultant working globally in partnership with the public, private and not-for-profit sectors on improving official statistics and other data systems, Monitoring and Evaluation, and embedding official statistics standards in wider international development.David Stern is a Mathematical Scientist and Educator. H…

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Breastfeeding, History, and Public Health: Lessons from Dr. Jacqueline Wolf 57:46

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In this episode of Behind the Latch, Margaret Salty interviews Dr. Jacqueline H. Wolf, medical historian and author of Don’t Kill Your Baby: Public Health and the Decline of Breastfeeding in the 19th and 20th Centuries. Dr. Wolf is a professor at Ohio University whose research focuses on the history of breastfeeding, childbirth, and maternal-child …

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Kirk assassination exposes America’s deepening partisan divide: Bias Breakdown 13:37

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In episode 37 of Bias Breakdown, we examine the assassination of Charlie Kirk and the polarized media coverage that followed. From left-leaning outlets labeling him “controversial” and “divisive” to right-leaning commentators using emotionally charged rhetoric, this episode breaks down how word choice, framing, and opinion-as-fact reporting shape p…

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Reading Racy Research | Stats + Stories Episode 371 28:29

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Have you ever wondered if what you eat is aging you, or whether women in red really are sexier? In addition to turning to Reddit for the answers to those questions, you can now tune into a new podcast. Normal Curves focuses on sexy science and serious statistics, and it's the focus of this episode of Stats and Stories with guests Regina Nuzzo and K…

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Sleep Sense: Supporting Families with Infant Sleep 28:31

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In this episode of Behind the Latch, Margaret Salty interviews Dana Obleman, creator of the Sleep Sense program and founder of the Sleep Sense Certification, where she trains sleep consultants worldwide. Dana has been a pioneer in the field of infant and toddler sleep for more than two decades, helping families find rest through practical, age-appr…

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Trump Death Hoax: Speculation and spin overshadow facts: Bias Breakdown 9:46

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In episode 36 of Bias Breakdown, we unpack the recent Trump death hoax and how it exposed contrasting media narratives. Left-leaning outlets fueled speculation about the president’s health, while right-leaning outlets largely deflected, criticizing what they saw as liberal hypocrisy over Biden's health. The episode explores how these framing choice…

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Exercise and Cancer: Does physical activity improve colon cancer survival? 49:04

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Exercise has long been hailed as cancer-fighting magic, but is there hard evidence behind the hype? In this episode, we tackle the CHALLENGE trial, a large phase III study of colon cancer patients that tested whether prescribed exercise could improve cancer-free survival. We translate clinical jargon into plain English, show why ratio statistics ma…

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Equity, Advocacy, and Mentorship in Lactation with Jasmine Creighton 27:28

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In this episode of Behind the Latch, Margaret Salty interviews Jasmine Creighton, owner of Yaya's Hands Perinatal and Lactation Services in Southern California. Jasmine is also president-elect of the Inland Empire Breastfeeding Coalition, leader of its Black Breastfeeding Task Force, a board member for the California Breastfeeding Coalition, and a …

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Guns or mental health crisis? Narratives over Minneapolis shooting: Bias Breakdown 10:27

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In episode 35 of Bias Breakdown, we explore how media coverage of the Minneapolis Catholic school shooting split along partisan lines. Left-leaning outlets focused on gun laws, while right-leaning networks emphasized mental health and the shooter’s identity. We examine examples of media framing, bias by omission, and flawed logic, and look at polli…

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Comedy, Art, and ... Statistics? | Stats + Stories: Episode 370 26:44

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A statistician walks into a bar, and a comedy and art show begins. Creative work for scholars can extend beyond novel research and application. In today's episode of stats and stories, we see how the intersection between interest in statistics and art, as well as the intersection of statistics and comedy, with Dr Greg Matthews.Dr. Matthews is Assoc…

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Newsom trolls Trump online — and the media has opinions: Bias Breakdown 11:22

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In Episode 34 of Bias Breakdown, we dive into how media bias shapes coverage of Governor Gavin Newsom’s new Trump-style social media strategy. From one-sided cable news panels that exclude opposing viewpoints to networks cherry-picking voices like Charlamagne tha God, Steve Bannon, and Joe Scarborough when convenient, we break down the tactics that…

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Age Gaps: How much does age matter in dating? 49:42

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Are we all secretly ageist when it comes to dating? We put the stereotype that older men prefer younger women under the microscope using data from thousands of blind dates. What we found surprised us: the “age penalty” was real but microscopic, women wanted younger partners too, and hard age cutoffs weren’t so hard after all. Along the way, we unpa…

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Communicating Statistics Effectively | Stats and Stories at JSM (REPOST) 20:43

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John Bailer is “the stats guy” and co-creator of Stats+Stories. He is also University Distinguished Professor and chair of the Department of Statistics at Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. He is currently President-elect of the International Statistical Institute and previously served on the previously on the ASA Board of Directors. His scholarly i…

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The OT Advantage: How Occupational Therapy Elevates Lactation Care with Jeanne Pichoff 45:43

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In this episode of Behind the Latch, Margaret Salty interviews Jeanne Pichoff, MS, OTR/L, IBCLC, owner of Flourish Pediatric Therapy and Lactation in Lafayette, Louisiana. Together, they explore the unique and often misunderstood role of occupational therapists in lactation care—how OT skills complement IBCLC expertise, when a referral to OT can ma…

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Trump, Smithsonian framed negatively in museum review: Bias Breakdown 10:19

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In episode 33 of Bias Breakdown, we examine how the Smithsonian review is covered through a partisan lens. Both left- and right-leaning outlets frame the story with negativity—either casting President Trump as authoritarian or portraying the Smithsonian as an institution steeped in bias. We break down how this illustrates negativity bias in the med…

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Stat Significant | Stats + Stories Episode 369 29:47

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Have you ever wondered if people actually hate Coldplay? Do you want statistical proof that Game of Thrones did not stick the landing in its finale? Have you wondered whether you’re actually seeing Nicholas Cage in more movies? Well, you’re in luck there’s a newsletter for that, and it’s the focus of this episode of Stats and Stories with guest Dan…

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Rethinking Flange Fit: A Conversation with Dr. Lisa Anders 42:48

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In this episode of Behind the Latch, Margaret Salty interviews Dr. Lisa Anders, assistant professor at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro and IBCLC. Together, they explore Dr. Anders’ groundbreaking research on flange sizing for pumping parents—an area that has been historically under-researched and inconsistently practiced. Dr. Anders …

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Media slants statistics in coverage of D.C. crime: Bias Breakdown 11:00

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In episode 32 of Bias Breakdown, we dive into how media slant shapes the coverage of crime statistics in Washington, D.C., following President Trump’s move to federalize the city’s police force. We unpack how different outlets highlight conflicting data to fit political narratives, and explore why understanding the full picture behind the numbers i…

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Your Brain on AI: Is ChatGPT making us mentally lazy? 1:14:07

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ChatGPT is melting our brainpower, killing creativity, and making us soulless — or so the headlines imply. We dig into the study behind the claims, starting with quirky bar charts and mysterious sample sizes, then winding through hairball-like brain diagrams and tens of thousands of statistical tests. Our statistical sleuthing leaves us with questi…

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Dr. Emily Little on Supporting the Whole Perinatal Experience 41:35

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In this episode of Behind the Latch, Margaret Salty interviews Dr. Emily Little researcher and founder of Nurturely. Together, they explore how a baby’s sensory world influences their development, the impact of culture on parent-infant interactions, and why early sensory experiences—like babywearing, skin-to-skin, and gentle handling—can have profo…

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Partisan lines drawn in media coverage of Texas redistricting: Bias Breakdown 13:18

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In episode 31 of Bias Breakdown, we analyze how major media outlets are covering Texas’ latest redistricting fight — and where bias shows up in the headlines and framing. From The New York Times to The New York Post, we break down examples of viewpoint omission, subjective language, and sensationalism that shape how the story is told. This episode …

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Signing Statistics | Stats + Stories Episode 239 (REPOST) 27:56

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What is a median? How about an interquartile range? Don’t even get me started on how to define a p-value. These statistical concepts are hard to grasp for your average statistics student, but imagining how these types of definitions translate into American Sign Language is a whole other ballgame. That is the focus of this episode of Stats+Stories w…

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Failing Systems, Not Failing Mothers: Reclaiming Mental Health in Lactation Care with Cierra Murphy-Higgs 51:42

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In this episode of Behind the Latch, Margaret Salty interviews Cierra Murphy-Higgs, M.Ed, IBCLC, didactic coordinator for the Pathway 2 program at North Carolina A&T State University and a perinatal behavioral health coach. Cierra shares how her own postpartum struggles led her into the world of lactation and mental health advocacy. Drawing from he…

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Media splits on significance of Gabbard's Obama intel: Bias Breakdown 12:32

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In episode 30 of Bias Breakdown, we explore how media outlets on both sides of the aisle covered—or ignored—Tulsi Gabbard’s release of declassified Obama-era intelligence reports. The episode highlights how left- and right-leaning networks often offer only one perspective, omitting alternative viewpoints and shaping contrasting narratives. It also …

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The Backfire Effect: Can fact-checking make false beliefs stronger? 58:26

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Can correcting misinformation make it worse? The “backfire effect” claims that debunking myths can actually make false beliefs stronger. We dig into the evidence — from ghost studies to headline-making experiments — to see if this psychological plot twist really holds up. Along the way, we unpack interaction effects, randomization red flags, and wh…

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Excellence in Statistical Reporting | Stats + Stories Episode 368 54:43

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The National Association of science writers has about 2000 members, even as the field of science journalism has been experiencing a contraction. In her 2025 Nieman lab prediction for journalism, Siri Carpenter suggested that, given the challenges the world faces, it might be time that newsrooms embrace "science as a thread that runs through every b…

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Melbourne Madness & Boyfriend Revelations | Ep 12 20:17

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Sasha and Nebulous are back from the Melbourne Comedy Festival, and they're spilling all the beans! From heartwarming moments with their partners to eye-opening comedy sets, they share their very different, but equally inspiring, festival experiences. Highlights: Sasha's emotional festival highlight: a truly special moment with her closest friends …

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Making Research Make Sense: Clinical vs. Statistical Significance with Dr. Kathryn Wouk 42:36

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In this episode of Behind the Latch, Margaret Salty interviews Dr. Kathryn Wouk, IBCLC and associate research scientist at the Pacific Institute for Research and Evaluation. Dr. Wouk dives into the heart of her recent Journal of Human Lactation article, “Clinical Versus Statistical Significance: Making Sense of Research Findings,” helping lactation…

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Right-leaning outlets divide as Fox and Newsmax clash over Epstein: Bias Breakdown 13:39

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In episode 29 of Bias Breakdown, the Epstein files are creating a divide within right-leaning media over how—or whether—to cover the story. Two of the top conservative networks are at odds, reflecting a broader split within the Republican Party over the Trump administration’s handling of the case. Tune in as we explore the differences, the divide, …

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The Ocean Health Index | Stats + Stories Episode 203 (REPOST) 27:14

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The health of the world's oceans is a growing concern but measuring ocean health is a complicated undertaking. Some people studying the issue focus on pollution, while others look at the health of corals or marine mammals. One project attempts to take a comprehensive picture of the health of oceans in order to provide information about Oceanic vita…

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A Paradigm Shift for Lactation Care in the NICU with Joanie Randle 41:15

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In this episode of Behind the Latch, Margaret Salty interviews Joanie Randle, RN and clinical research nurse at Nationwide Children's Hospital. Joanie introduces her innovative Comprehensive Lactation Care Model—a paradigm shift in how lactation support is delivered to NICU families. Drawing from decades of experience and deep roots in La Leche Lea…

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Mamdani for NYC mayor splits the left in politics and the press: Bias Breakdown 9:15

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He’s the progressive candidate shaking up New York City politics — and he’s getting attention from both sides of the aisle. Right-leaning outlets are quick to sound the alarm over Zohran Mamdani’s mayoral bid. But it’s the split inside left-leaning media — led by The New York Times — that’s catching many by surprise. In Episode 28 of Bias Breakdown…

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Dating Wishlists: Are we happier when we get what we want in a mate? 1:05:31

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Loyal, funny, hot — you’ve probably got a wish list for your dream partner. But does checking all your boxes actually lead to happily ever after? In this episode, we dive into a massive global study that put the “ideal partner” hypothesis to the test. Do people really know what they want, and does getting it actually make them happier? We explore s…

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Amazonian Ancient Earthworks | Stats + Stories Episode 367 27:23

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The Amazon has been imagined as a pristine wilderness, one in need of protection from development. This framing has often treated the Amazon as a place without history, practically untouched before the arrival of colonizers in South America. Statistics is helping show the history is much more complicated than that and it’s the focus of this episode…