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Make Me Data Literate

Dr Linda McIver

Booking Overview

This is an interview podcast focused on data science, data literacy, statistics, artificial intelligence, and the social impact of data, typically featuring academics, researchers, analysts, and other public-facing data specialists. PR agencies could credibly pitch university researchers, statisticians, AI and technology experts, election-data analysts, misinformation specialists, and data-literate public-sector leaders; booking difficulty is medium because guests generally need substantial subject-matter expertise and the ability to explain complex issues accessibly.

Metrics

Episodes: 47

Frequency: Every two weeks

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Listener location: Australia

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

contact@adsei.org

linda@adsei.org

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Host

Dr Linda McIver - Dr Linda McIver is a data science educator associated with the Australian Data Science Education Institute.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
University researchers, biostatisticians, data analysts, AI specialists, anthropologists, public-sector experts, and other established professionals with substantial expertise in data or its social applications and the ability to explain technical subjects to a broad audience.
Required Achievements:  
Academic research or senior professional expertise, Leadership or recognized authority in a data-related field, Public communication through analysis, education, policy, or media

Recent Guest Discussions

Associate Professor Kazjon Grace - Using Artificial Intelligence In Creative Work, Design, And Education; Using Technology To Support Deeper Thinking.

Associate Professor Karen Lamb - Biostatistics, Rigorous Experiment Design, And The Human Side Of Statistics.

Professor Crystal Abidin - The Anthropology Of Social Media, The Human Construction Of Data, And Generative Artificial Intelligence.

Antony Green - Changes In The Election-data Landscape, Polling, Independent Candidates, Election-night Analysis, And The Interpretation Of Polling Results.

Brett Sutton - Complexity In Data, Social Media, Public Understanding, And Navigating Complex Problems.

Recent Topics

Science, Data Science, Data Literacy, Statistics, Misinformation

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Make Me Data Literate
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Associate Professor Nicole White on the value of messy data

October 02, 2026

This episode of Make Me Data Literate features Associate Professor Nicole White discussing the nuances and assumptions that can impact data collection and analysis. “When we collect data, you know, it’s never purely objective. It’s it’s sort of like this very complex series of assumptions and decisions that we make along the way” “The thing… Continue reading Associate Professor Nicole White on the value of messy data

Associate Professor Kazjon Grace on AI and Creativity

September 17, 2026

This episode of Make Me Data Literate features Associate Professor Kazjon (Kaz) Grace discussing the use of AI in creative pursuits, design, and education, and how powerful it could be if we used it to help us think more instead of less. “I think the tech industry is very good at human focused things. I… Continue reading Associate Professor Kazjon Grace on AI and Creativity

Associate Professor Karen Lamb on Rigorous Research Design

August 28, 2026

This episode of Make Me Data Literate is a super interesting chat with Associate Professor Karen Lamb about biostatistics, rigorous experiment design, the human side of statistics and more. “Because to me the whole thing is statistics. If it doesn’t work from the start, if the design isn’t right, then there’s no point in me… Continue reading Associate Professor Karen Lamb on Rigorous Research Design

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Frequently asked questions

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Make Me Data Literate
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How do I get in touch with Make Me Data Literate?

Make Me Data Literate is hosted by Dr Linda McIver. Its publicly listed emails are contact@adsei.org and linda@adsei.org. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Make Me Data Literate?

The publicly listed emails for Make Me Data Literate: contact@adsei.org and linda@adsei.org.

How many listeners does Make Me Data Literate have?

Podseeker estimates Make Me Data Literate reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Make Me Data Literate?

Make Me Data Literate typically books well-known public figures. Typical guest background: University researchers, biostatisticians, data analysts, AI specialists, anthropologists, public-sector experts, and other established professionals with substantial expertise in data or its social applications and the ability to explain technical subjects to a broad audience. Common among recent guests: Academic research or senior professional expertise; Leadership or recognized authority in a data-related field; Public communication through analysis, education, policy, or media. Recent guests include Associate Professor Kazjon Grace, Associate Professor Karen Lamb, and Professor Crystal Abidin.

How hard is it to get booked on Make Me Data Literate?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does Make Me Data Literate cover?

Recent episodes cover Science, Data Science, Data Literacy, Statistics, and Misinformation. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

contact@adsei.org

linda@adsei.org

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