Best Type Of Data Collection Podcasts (2025)

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[Greatest Hits] Make Data Work for Good with Maulik Chauhan of Trestle Research 43:00

5d ago43:00

43:00

In this greatest hits episode of Survey & Beyond: The Data Collection Podcast, host Marta Costa is joined by Maulik Chauhan, Founder and Managing Director of Trestle Research. They dive into the importance of digitizing data, the challenges and benefits of transitioning from paper-based to digital data collection methods, and what it takes to smoot…

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Data Are Local: Context, Power, and Storytelling with Yanni Loukissas 40:25

20d ago40:25

40:25

In this episode of the PolicyViz Podcast, I speak with Yanni Loukissas, an Associate Professor at Georgia Tech, about the importance of context in working with data. Yanni argues that data are not universal but local—shaped by their origins, environments, and the intentions of those who collect them. Our conversation dives into how this perspective…

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The Ethics of Field Research in Vulnerable Communities with Dr. Angela R. Pashayan of Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS) 34:37

1M ago34:37

34:37

In this episode of Survey & Beyond: The Data Collection Podcast, host Marta Costa is joined by Dr. Angela R. Pashayan, an expert in International Development, Experiential learning, Leading International trips, and Intercultural Communication. Together, they explore the ethics of field research in vulnerable communities. Drawing from her work in Na…

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Exploring the Evolution of Data Visualization with Moritz Stefaner 41:45

1M ago41:45

41:45

In this week’s episode of the PolicyViz Podcast, I sit down with data visualization expert Moritz Stefaner to reflect on his journey in the field. We discuss Stefaner's work on the Data Stories Podcast, his shift from bespoke data visualization projects to scalable design systems, and his collaborations with organizations like the World Health Orga…

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Engage, Elevate, Communicate: Davina Stanley on Crafting Clear Business Messages 39:54

2M ago39:54

39:54

In this episode of the PolicyViz Podcast, I chat with communication expert Davina Stanley about the power of clear and structured messaging in business communication. Davina shares insights from her books Engage and Elevate, discussing how leaders and teams can improve their communication efficiency through message mapping. She explains how a well-…

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Mapping Inequality: Braden Crooks on Redlining and Urban Transformation 35:51

2M ago35:51

35:51

In this week’s episode of the PolicyViz Podcast, I speak with Braden Crooks, co-founder of Designing the We, about their project Undesign the Redline, an interactive exhibit that explores the history and lasting impact of redlining in the U.S. Braden shares how his background in landscape architecture and urban design led him to develop this projec…

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How to Write Survey Questions That Get Real Answers with Marta Costa 10:44

2M ago10:44

10:44

In this episode of Survey & Beyond: The Data Collection Podcast, host Marta Costa goes solo to address the most pressing questions from over 700 SurveyCTO users about crafting effective survey questions, from avoiding bias to ensuring cultural relevance. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify…

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Revolutionizing Web Development: Rich Harris on Svelte's Creation and Impact 34:35

3M ago34:35

34:35

Rich Harris, creator of the Svelte framework, stops by the podcast to talk about his work. Rich shares how Svelte originated from his work in newsrooms at The Guardian and The New York Times, where he developed tools for building interactive data visualizations under tight deadlines. We talk about how Svelte simplifies web development by bridging t…

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Data and the Fight for Fair Representation of Community Health Workers with Dr. James O'Donovan & Dickson Mbewe of Community Health Impact Coalition 49:28

3M ago49:28

49:28

In this episode of Survey & Beyond: The Data Collection Podcast, host Marta Costa is joined by Dr. James O'Donovan & Dickson Mbewe, who represent the Community Health Impact Coalition. Together, they dissect a recent study that shines a blaring spotlight on the lack of fair recognition of community health workers’ contributions to data collection, …

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Kevin Wee's Tableau Journey in Visualization and Innovation 35:25

3M ago35:25

35:25

Happy New Year, everyone! I hope you’re having a great start to 2025 and are poised to have a happy, healthy, and successful year. I’m excited to start off the podcast this year with my friend Kevin Wee, a Tableau creator and visualizer, who shares his journey into data visualization. Kevin’s Tableau journey starts in 2019 at Purdue University wher…

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Enhancing Your Health Communication with Amelia Burke-Garcia 35:29

4M ago35:29

35:29

In this episode of Survey & Beyond: The Data Collection Podcast, host Marta Costa is joined by Amelia Burke-Garcia, Director of the Center for Health Communication Science at NORC at the University of Chicago, to dive into the transformative role of data in health communication, the integration of AI in messaging, and the importance of inclusivity …

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How Data Is Changing Lives Around the World: Holiday Edition 14:00

4M ago14:00

14:00

In this special Christmas episode of Survey & Beyond: The Data Collection Podcast, host Marta Costa shares key insights from our guests about the transformative role of data in empowering communities and driving impactful change, featuring Paul Nzerebende, Maulik Chauhan, Andrew Gerhardt, Lara Mikhail, Mohammad Malik, and Yahya Hussein. If you enjo…

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Unlocking Data Communication: Unleashing the Power of R with David Keyes 35:35

4M ago35:35

35:35

The PolicyViz Podcast wraps up 2024 with David Keyes, author of the new book, R for the Rest of Us: A Statistics-Free Introduction! We not only talk about how you can get started in R using David’s book, but also building data and data visualization workflows with R, RMarkdown, and Quarto. We also talk about how to create consistent visualizations …

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How Oxfam Gives Power Back to Marginalized Communities with Yahya Hussein 32:59

5M ago32:59

32:59

In this episode of Survey & Beyond: The Data Collection Podcast, host Marta Costa is joined by Yahya Hussein, Digital Programmes Advisor for Oxfam, to explore innovative digital tools that empower marginalized communities. They dive into how Oxfam is empowering communities through bottom-up accountability, challenges and innovations in implementing…

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Captivating Minds: The Science of Storytelling and Attention in a Distracted World with John Medina 43:31

5M ago43:31

43:31

I’ve been super excited for this episode of the podcast for a while! This week, I speak with John Medina, author of one of my favorite books on the brain—Brain Rules! John and I talk about brain science generally and also dive into some specific aspects that are particularly important to the work of any data communicator: the importance of capturin…

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Shaping Pakistan's Data Collection Practices with Mohammad Malik of Research Solutions 31:05

5M ago31:05

31:05

In this episode of Survey & Beyond: The Data Collection Podcast, host Marta Costa is joined by Mohammad Malik, a Managing Partner for Research Solutions, to explore the exciting transformation of data collection practices in Pakistan. Mohammad shares how shifting from traditional paper methods to digital tools has revolutionized their work, the rol…

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Mastering the Art of Executive Presence with Dr. Laura Sicola: Transforming Technical Expertise into Compelling Communication 35:16

5M ago35:16

35:16

Dr. Laura Sikola, a cognitive linguist and communications expert, visits the podcast to talk about how to be a better presenter and communicator. Laura’s work focuses on how to have better presence, telling stories, and connecting with your audiences. We talk about communication challenges like the “expert’s curse” and how developing your “executiv…

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Creating Impactful Data Stories with Lara Mikhail of USAID Egyptian Pioneers 53:29

6M ago53:29

53:29

In this episode of Survey & Beyond: The Data Collection Podcast, host Marta Costa is joined by Lara Mikhail, Senior Officer of Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) at USAID Egyptian Pioneers. Lara is an experienced and certified Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) practitioner, with a demonstrated history of working on various projects in the dev…

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Designing with Type: Ellen Lupton on Typography, Inclusivity, and Innovation 34:35

6M ago34:35

34:35

I’m so excited to welcome Ellen Lupton to the PolicyViz Podcast! Ellen Lupton is a designer, writer, and educator. The all-new edition of her bestselling book Thinking with Type launched in March 2024. Other books include Design Is Storytelling, Graphic Design Thinking, Health Design Thinking, and Extra Bold: A Feminist, Inclusive, Anti-Racist, Non…

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Flowers and Numbers: Natalia Kisileva's Journey of Creativity and Community 34:56

6M ago34:56

34:56

In this week’s episode, I interview Natalia Kisileva about her transition from engineering to data visualization and her work in data art and physicalization. We discuss her great Substack newsletter “Flowers and Numbers” and how she shifted her focus to data art, fostering community-building efforts, after the pandemic. Natalia emphasizes making d…

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From Data to Insights: Andrew Gerhardt on Mastering Digital Analytics 32:01

6M ago32:01

32:01

In this episode of Survey & Beyond: The Data Collection Podcast, host Marta Costa interviews Andrew Gerhardt, Senior Digital Data Collection Manager at Loop Horizon. Andrew shares his 14-year journey in digital analytics, offering insights on data quality, privacy compliance, and integrating fragmented data. He discusses best practices for data gov…

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Zach Bowders on Data-Driven Design: Navigating Inspiration, Innovation, and Client Collaboration 37:52

7M ago37:52

37:52

In this episode of the PolicyViz Podcast, I talk with Zach Bowders on the intricacies of data visualization, the impact of dashboards on decision-making, and the fine line between plagiarism and inspiration. We discuss the importance of context-driven visualization choices over rigid adherence to traditional formats and highlight the need for flexi…

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Make Your Data Work for Good with Maulik Chauhan of Trestle Research 43:00

7M ago43:00

43:00

In this episode of Survey & Beyond: The Data Collection Podcast, host Marta Costa is joined by Maulik Chauhan, Founder and Managing Director of Trestle Research. They dive into the importance of digitizing data, the challenges and benefits of transitioning from paper-based to digital data collection methods, and what it takes to smoothly transition…

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Empathy and Inequality: Unpacking America's DIY Safety Net with Jessica Calarco 39:06

7M ago39:06

39:06

On this week’s episode, I talk with Jessica Calarco about her book “Holding It Together: How Women Became America’s Safety Net” and the role of qualitative data in research and data visualization. Calarco, a sociologist from UW Madison, discusses her research on family life inequalities and the shift to a “DIY society,” where individuals, particula…

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Transforming Communities through Data: Insights from Paul Nzerebende of Human Trafficking Institute 52:27

7M ago52:27

52:27

In this episode of Survey & Beyond: The Data Collection Podcast, host Marta Costa is joined by Paul Nzerebende, Decision Support Analyst at the Human Trafficking Institute in Uganda. Paul discusses his work using data to combat human trafficking, optimize systems, and promote sustainable growth. He emphasizes the value of storytelling, success stor…

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Trailer 0:54

7M ago0:54

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Survey & Beyond: The Data Collection Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so Check out our most downloaded episode: Transforming Communities through Data: Insights from Paul Nzerebende of Human Trafficking Institute From Data to Insights: Andrew Gerhardt on Mastering Digital Analytics Creating Impactful Data Stories with Lara Mikhail…

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Visual Narratives: The Art and Craft of Data with Federica Fragapane 35:17

8M ago35:17

35:17

Welcome to Season 11 of the PolicyViz Podcast! After a relaxing summer full of travel and reading and fun, I’m ready to kick off a whole new season of the show. To kick off this season, I’m excited to be joined by Federica Fragapane, an independent designer known for her intricate and beautiful data visualizations. Our conversation delves into her …

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Bridging Data Gaps: Nancy Organ on Making Data Visualization Accessible for All Ages 37:50

10M ago37:50

37:50

In this final episode of the season, I welcome Nancy Organ to the show to discuss her new book Data Visualization for People of All Ages. Nancy’s book aims to make dataviz accessible to everyday readers. Our conversation highlights the importance of not altering data simply for aesthetics but to facilitate understanding. We also explore balancing c…

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Data with Heart: Giorgia Lupi's Journey from Visualization to Human Connection 41:11

10M ago41:11

41:11

Georgia Lupi joins the show to discuss her work in data visualization, her journey from Accurat to Pentagram, and how she takes a human-centric perspective to working with and communicating data. Our conversation also focuses on her new book, “This is Me and Only Me.” The book encourages kids to observe and collect data to understand emotions and h…

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Deconstructing Data: The Modular Information Design Handbook with Nicole 39:48

11M ago39:48

39:48

Nicole Lachenmeier and Darjan Hil’s new book, Visualizing Complexity: Modular Information Design Handbook, focuses on deconstructing data encodings into fundamental elements to create effective visualizations. They take an exciting and hands-on approach to data visualization design for their own work and how they teach design to others. In this wee…

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Evolving Data Visualization: Crafting the Second Edition of Visualize This with Nathan Yau 38:17

11M ago38:17

38:17

Nathan Yau’s Flowing Data website was one of the first data visualization websites I discovered in my own data journey. With his new book, Visualize This, now out, I thought it would be a great opportunity to talk with Nathan about his work, his book, and how his own approach to data has evolved over the last several years. Keywords: data visualiza…

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Insights from the Tableau Conference in San Diego 18:00

12M ago18:00

18:00

Welcome to a solo episode! In this special episode of the podcast, I talk about the recen Tableau Customer conference in San Diego, which drew over 9,000 participants. I reflect on various aspects of the conference, including its diverse sessions that ranged from showcasing new Tableau features and case studies to hands-on workshops and discussions…

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Visualizing the Future: Navigating the Shifts in Data Storytelling with Enrico Bertini 36:48

12M ago36:48

36:48

You know Enrico Bertini, right? Writer, teacher, co-host of the Data Stories podcast, Enrico does it all. Now at Northeastern University, I invited Enrico to the show to talk about his research, great Substack newsletter, and for views on the evolving landscape of data visualization on social media. In our discussion, Enrico emphasized the signific…

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Charting Success: Nick Desbarats' Practical Approach to Data Visualization 38:39

12M ago38:39

38:39

On this week’s episode of the podcast, I speak to author and teacher Nick Desbarats about his new book, Practical Charts: The Essential Guide to Creating Clear, Compelling Charts for Reports and Presentations. Our conversation covers choosing appropriate chart types, emphasizing simplicity and clarity, and understanding when to use different format…

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Data Beyond the Screen: Sculpting Community Voices with Rahul Bhargava 36:34

1y ago36:34

36:34

In this week’s episode of the PolicyViz Podcast, I interview Rahul Bhargava from Northeastern University on the topic of data physicalization. We discuss the role of community engagement and societal impact in communicating data and including different people and communities. Our conversation touches upon teaching combined majors at Northeastern an…

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Charting New Horizons: Amanda Makulec on Leadership, Community, and the Human Touch Behind DataViz 36:34

1y ago36:34

36:34

Amanda Makulec is the current Executive Director of the Data Visualization Society (DVS), and in this week’s episode of the PolicyViz Podcast, we discuss her journey and the DVS’s evolution as it approaches its fifth anniversary. Amanda shares her experience starting as a volunteer all the way to leading the entire organization. With her second ter…

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Tracing the Narrative: The Art of Autographic Design in Data Analysis with Dietmar Offenhuber 38:00

1y ago38:00

38:00

In this week’s episode, I chat with Dietmar Offenhuber about his new book, Autographic Design and the concept of autographic data analysis. Dietmar stresses the significance of recognizing the material origins of data and the influence of extraneous variables. He advocates for a qualitative approach that pays attention to data traces, which can unc…

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Alberto Cairo Unveils 'The Art of Insight': Evolution, Experiences, and Challenges in Data Visualization 35:02

1y ago35:02

35:02

In this week’s episode of the podcast, I welcome author, speaker, and professor Alberto Cairo to the show. We discuss his most recent book, The Art of Insight, and our conversation extends to acquiring reliable data and challenges people across the world face in creating useful and accessible data visualizations. We also discuss the current state o…

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Graphs, Gadgets, and Clarity: Mastering the Art of Scientific Storytelling in Research Presentation with Maarten Boers 40:53

1y ago40:53

40:53

In this week’s episode, we delve into the pivotal role of visual clarity in scientific research. Join me and Professor of Clinical Epidemiology Maarten Boers as we discuss his new book, Data Visualization for Biomedical Scientists. If you are at all interested in being a better science communicator—and especially if you are interested in publishing…

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Data for Good: Uniting Georgia's Changemakers with Tommy Pearce from Neighborhood Nexus 35:54

1y ago35:54

35:54

On this week’s episode of the podcast, we dive into the transformative work of Neighborhood Nexus, led by Tommy Pierce. This civic data intermediary is making waves in Georgia by harnessing the power of data to create a lasting social impact. Here are the highlights of our discussion on how Neighborhood Nexus is revolutionizing the nonprofit sector…

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From Economics to Python-Powered Sports Analytics: Nate Braun's Game-Changing Journey 27:22

1y ago27:22

27:22

On this week’s episode of the show, I talk with Nate Braun, author of several Python books, all having to do with sports. Nate shares his journey from having a background in economics to writing books on sports data analysis and visualization using Python. Despite not initially being skilled in coding, Braun was inspired by his work in environmenta…

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Exploring the Unbound Realms of Information Design with Sheila Pontis & Michael Babwahsingh 50:25

1+ y ago50:25

50:25

Happy New Year and welcome back to the PolicyViz Podcast! In this first episode of 2024, I welcome welcome Sheila Pontis and Michael Babwahsingh, authors of the new book Information Design Unbound. They delve into the heart of information design, sharing their experiences in creating a pivotal resource for both students and professionals. This epis…

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Drawing Data with Kids and Gulrez Khan 37:38

1+ y ago37:38

37:38

It's the final episode of 2023! I hope you have a great holiday season and a happy new year! Gulrez is a father of three beautiful kids and works as a Data Science Leader in his day job. He has almost two decades of experience under his belt and has a knack for turning boring numbers into captivating stories. When he's not busy working, you can fin…

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Tracking Data Visualizations in Congress with Bill Gray 55:19

1+ y ago55:19

55:19

William Gray is the guy behind Floor Charts, the website and Twitter feed that documents all things graphic in the US Congress. During the day, Bill oversees the strategic communications efforts at R Street and manages its growing Communications team, including overseeing the public relations, digital and events units. He joined the organization in…

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Be a Better Presenter with Andrea Pacini 35:29

1+ y ago35:29

35:29

Andrea Pacini is the author of the best-selling book Confident Presenter, a presentation coach and Head of Ideas on Stage UK. He specializes in working with business owners, leaders and their teams who want to become more confident presenters. Since 2010 Ideas on Stage has worked with thousands of clients around the world, including organizations l…

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Distorted Maps and Storytelling with Tomas Pueyo 38:47

1+ y ago38:47

38:47

Tomas Pueyo is the author of Uncharted Territories, a newsletter where he tries to deeply understand how the world works to understand where it's going and nudge it in the right direction. He became world viral with his COVID articles, notably The Hammer and the Dance. He has 75,000 readers, and 300,000 on Twitter. Before Uncharted Territories, he …

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Doing Data Stuff for Money with Moxy Analytics co-founder Serena Roberts 39:29

1+ y ago39:29

39:29

Running your own data literacy and data consulting shop is no easy task. And helping customers not only build better visualizations and dashboards, but helping them create a better (or new) data culture is even harder. But Serena Roberts and her team at Moxy Analytics has been fighting that good fight for a few years now. Serena and I talk about wh…

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Data Physicalization with the 'Making with Data' author team 53:18

1+ y ago53:18

53:18

Creating data visualizations in the physical world is not a new phenomenon. Humans have been drawing on walls, tallying money and crops, and carving on stone tablets for thousands of years. Today, though the practice of data visualization is largely done in the digital world, there is an exciting area of working in the physical space--the real worl…

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Maureen Stone tells you all about color in data visualization 47:44

1+ y ago47:44

47:44

Welcome back to a whole new season of the PolicyViz Podcast! I'm excited to bring you a whole new exciting slate of guests this year covering a huge array of data visualization and data communication strategies, technologies, and techniques. Maureen Stone (Tableau Research) has been involved with Tableau since 2004, when she was asked to design the…

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Bringing Joy to Your Data Work with Nigel Holmes 42:18

2y ago42:18

42:18

Nigel Holmes is a British/American graphic designer, author, and theorist, who focuses on information graphics and information design. Graduating from Royal College of Art in London in 1966, Holmes ran his own successful graphic design practice in England. From 1966 to 1977, he worked as a freelance illustrator and graphic designer for clients such…

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