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Data Journalism Conversations

Episode 42: Conversation with Brant Houston & Stephen Doig

Jan 12, 2022
Veteran journalists Brant Houston & Stephen Doig discuss the evolution of data journalism, pioneers, impactful stories, & future predictions. They share insights on journalism-tech intersection, unconventional career journeys, & the 2000 US election analysis. The duo showcases the historical evolution of data journalism, challenges faced, & future innovations like text analysis tools, AI collaboration, & mobile journalism.
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Quick takeaways

  • Shift from mainframes to personal computers revolutionized data analysis tools.
  • Combining human insights with data analysis is crucial for meaningful, transparent journalism.

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Evolution of Data Journalism

Brant Houston and Steve Doig discuss the evolution of data journalism from the 1950s to the present day. Houston talks about how learning and using SAS led to collaboration in investigative reporting. Doig shares his experience starting with an Atari 800 and moving to analyzing data on a mainframe and then on a personal computer. They highlight the shift from mainframes to personal computers in data analysis.

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