
Sir David Spiegelhalter
Winton Professor for the Understanding of Risk at the University of Cambridge. Known for his work in explaining complex data, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Top 5 podcasts with Sir David Spiegelhalter
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Mar 16, 2025 • 1h 2min
The History of Revolutionary Ideas: The Bayesian Revolution w/David Spiegelhalter
David Spiegelhalter, a leading statistician famed for simplifying complex statistical ideas, delves into the intriguing evolution of Bayesian probability, tracing its roots from Thomas Bayes in the 18th century to its modern-day relevance. He unpacks how this unconventional approach fundamentally shifts our understanding from prediction to causation. The discussion covers its historical implications, applications in AI and political polling, as well as the ongoing controversies surrounding Bayesian methods. Spiegelhalter highlights the importance of humility and acknowledging personal biases in statistical interpretation.

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Oct 30, 2024 • 47min
Chance, Risk, and the Art of Uncertainty, with Sir David Spiegelhalter
Join Sir David Spiegelhalter, Emeritus Professor of Statistics at the University of Cambridge, as he unravels the intricacies of chance, risk, and uncertainty. He emphasizes how understanding probability helps navigate life's unpredictability. Their discussion spans the importance of clear language in risk communication and the psychological nuances of investing. Spiegelhalter categorizes luck into three types and shares personal anecdotes, while exploring the emotional challenges of mortality and financial planning. This enlightening conversation invites listeners to embrace uncertainty with confidence.

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Feb 24, 2025 • 44min
How to see through misleading numbers and statistics
Join Professor Sir David Spiegelhalter, a renowned statistician from the University of Cambridge, as he demystifies the world of numbers. He shares practical tips for deciphering health statistics and emphasizes the importance of understanding relative versus absolute risks. Learn how framing can manipulate perceptions of data and why trustworthiness in reporting is essential. Spiegelhalter also offers guidelines for critical thinking to help navigate through misinformation, making statistics more accessible and less daunting.

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Oct 12, 2024 • 9min
Uncertainty, probability and double yoked eggs
Professor Sir David Spiegelhalter, an esteemed Emeritus Professor of Statistics at the University of Cambridge, discusses the art of conveying uncertainty and probability. He debunks the myth of double-yolked eggs, revealing they aren't as rare as many believe. Sir David shares insights on effective communication during crises, referencing the Bay of Pigs invasion and the lessons from the financial models after 2008. He emphasizes the need for transparency and humility in decision-making, especially in political discourse.

Dec 30, 2023 • 13min
Numbers of the year 2023
In this podcast, Hannah Ritchie and Professor Sir David Spiegelhalter discuss the numbers of the year 2023, including China's low carbon electricity output, renewable energy growth in the UK and rising electricity demand in China, regression to the mean in football, the AI program Chat GPT, and concerns about AI biases and population statistics.