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storytelling with data podcast: #78 Visualize This with Nathan Yau

Jun 10, 2024
Join Cole in a chat with Nathan Yau, founder of FlowingData. They discuss his journey in data visualization, the inception of FlowingData, and the impact of his books. Dive into the creative process of visualizing data, importance of asking questions, and the iterative nature of data analysis and visualization.
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Quick takeaways

  • Nathan evolved in writing style from 1st to 2nd book due to life experiences.
  • Parenting affects time management shown through data analysis of American Time Use Survey.

Deep dives

Changes in Writing Style and Content in Second Edition of Visualize This

Nathan talks about the differences in his writing style and content between the first and second editions of his book, highlighting how his experiences, responsibilities, and perspectives have evolved over time. He mentions that the second edition is more coherent and refined, reflecting his clearer thoughts and more refined processes after years of working with data and visualization. He describes how his new life stage, with responsibilities like having kids, has deeply influenced his perspectives and priorities.

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