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Why data don’t have all the answers with data scientist Andrea Jones-Rooy
Dec 6, 2022
Andrea Jones-Rooy, a data scientist, comedian, and NYU professor, shares her unique perspective on data's limitations and its humorous parallels with comedy. She explores the complexities of interpreting data in a biased world and emphasizes the importance of asking the right questions in scientific inquiry. Andrea discusses the excitement of real-time feedback in both science and comedy, and critiques how we present data and science to build trust. With insights from both her academic and comedic backgrounds, she reveals the art of effective communication in understanding our world.
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- Data should be approached with skepticism and critical thinking, understanding its flaws and limitations.
- Trusting the scientific method, questioning research methods, and separating them from results are crucial for evaluating the quality of studies.
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Data Science and the Flawed Nature of Data
Andrea Jones Roy, a data scientist and comedian, discusses the importance of understanding the flaws and biases inherent in data. She highlights the limitations of blindly relying on data to tell the truth or make decisions. Instead, she emphasizes the need for critical thinking and skepticism when interpreting and analyzing data. Andrea encourages individuals to question the methods used in research and to understand that data is not magic, but rather a imperfect snapshot of the past that can inform our understanding of the future.
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