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Why data don’t have all the answers with data scientist Andrea Jones-Rooy

Worklife with Adam Grant

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The Intersection of Comedy and Science: Testing Hypotheses in Real-Time

This chapter delves into the intriguing similarities between science and stand-up comedy, focusing on their shared reliance on surprise and unexpected outcomes. It examines the parallel processes of hypothesis testing in science and crafting punchlines in comedy, emphasizing the excitement of immediate feedback and the thrill of anticipation in both fields.

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