More or Less: Behind the Stats

Mathematical writer Alex Bellos creates a unique elliptical pool table for a special game; Premier League predictions accuracy discussed; Analysing biases in football predictions; Exploring 'loop' game on the elliptical table

Exploring the rise in diabetes cases and the potential good news behind the statistics. Delving into a controversial approach by police in Leicestershire to only investigate attempted burglaries at houses with even numbers. Debunking claims that one in 10 men regularly pay for sex. Discovering the magic of an ellipse in a specially designed game of pool.

Debate on mass deworming projects with economists and epidemiologists. Are football predictions reliable? Exploring impact of parasitic worm infections on children and evaluating deworming programs. Statistical queries on policy testing and randomized controlled trials.

Exploring the migrant crisis in Europe, questioning the accuracy of Daily Mail claims. Delving into the debate on mass deworming benefits. Investigating the reliability of football predictions and Leicester City's popularity. Discussing the concept of 'generations' and how long it truly lasts.

Exploring the high mortality rate among wrestlers and comparing it with other athletes, analyzing lifestyle choices and historical steroid use. Debunking the myth of Nigeria being a top consumer of champagne globally with data on actual consumption rankings.

It has been reported that as many as 20,000 foreign fighters have joined militants in the Middle East and that they make up around 10% of ISIS. Wesley Stephenson and Federica Cocco look at the numbers behind those claims and examine where those fighting in places like Syria and Iraq come from.

Ruth Alexander and the team return to the question of how long you might live. Those born today are expected to live six and a half years longer than those born in 1990 but can this trend continue?

Exploring the impact of G8 agreements on aid and debt relief for developing nations, with a focus on the limited progress in trade and aid commitments. Analyzing Ghana's economic challenges post-debt cancellation and its reliance on IMF support amid rising debt levels.

Delving into the Greek economic crisis, the podcast challenges myths around tax collection failures and work ethic. From debunking Porsche Kends rumors to untangling tax misconceptions, it scrutinizes the statistics behind the Greek crisis. Exploring productivity disparities, work hour differences, and challenges in the railway system, the podcast offers intriguing insights into the complexities of Greece's economic landscape.

This podcast explores the success of blockbuster movies like Jurassic World, Spider-Man, and Harry Potter, delving into the reasons behind their financial triumphs. It also compares the economic contributions of bees to the British Royal Family, showcasing the surprising value bees bring to the UK economy.