Mike Cisneros

Mike Cisneros, an award-winning data visualization specialist and co-author of 'Storytelling with Data,' discusses how to transform data into persuasive narratives. He emphasizes the pitfalls of complex visuals and the necessity of clarity in driving decision-making. Listeners learn that simply analyzing data isn't enough and discover strategies for crafting compelling stories that resonate. By blending analytics with storytelling, Mike reveals how to effectively motivate action and enhance communication within organizations.

Through our workshops, we get the rare opportunity to meet thousands of people every year, across a huge variety of industries, companies, and roles. We never know what kinds of questions we’re going to be asked. In this episode, SWD storyteller Mike Cisneros highlights a few recent notable questions, ranging from chart choices, to design, to presentation. The range of topics may be broad, but the commonality among everything discussed here is that they’re answers to questions you asked. Attend an upcoming workshop: storytellingwithdata.com/workshops  (use promo code PODCAST10 for 10% off the registration fee) Hans Rosling: 200 Countries, 200 Years, 4 Minutes (BBC) Hans Rosling: The best stats you’ve ever seen (TED talk) Video: Animating data Blog: Left-aligning chart titles Blog: The right amount of detail SWD community exercise: optimize your output SWD community exercise: storyboard YOUR project ------------------- Additional voice content: Jennifer Schumi Additional music: “Destiny” by ASHUTOSH  https://www.ashutoshmusic.com/music Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/deed.en_US

Dia Gainor and Mike Cisneros discuss challenges in EMS, the importance of data storytelling, and defeating superbugs with a health equity approach. Gainor highlights issues with EMS services relying on volunteers, while Cisneros emphasizes the need to present data effectively. The podcast also touches on upcoming avian flu discussions and the significance of collaboration between public health officials and EMS directors for data-driven solutions.