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Margins of Error

Harry Enten

Booking Overview

This is a data-driven explanatory interview show focused on how statistics illuminate human behavior, culture, politics, sports, and everyday decisions, with external guests including researchers, analysts, journalists, and subject-matter experts. Credible pitches include academics and practitioners in statistics, behavioral science, forecasting, optimization, and sports analytics, as well as accomplished journalists or athletes with relevant first-hand expertise; booking difficulty is medium.

Metrics

Episodes: 22

Frequency: Weekly

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Estimated listeners: 1,000 - 10,000

Gender skew: Neutral

Listener location: USA

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

podcasts@cnn.com

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Host

Harry Enten - CNN senior data reporter and political analyst known for explaining polling, statistics, and data-driven trends.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Researchers, academics, data analysts, journalists, and practitioners with specialized expertise and a clear connection to the episode's central question; relevant first-hand experience can also qualify, as with professional athletes discussing underdog status.
Required Achievements:  
Published research or recognized subject-matter expertise, Established analytical or journalistic work, Relevant professional experience at a prominent organization, A notable career achievement providing credible first-hand perspective

Recent Guest Discussions

Coy Wire - Being Underestimated, The Appeal Of Underdogs, And America's Team.

Nadav Goldschmied - The Psychological And Social Appeal Of Underdogs.

Neil Paine - Why Audiences Favor Underdogs And How Data Can Identify America's Team.

Recent Topics

Science, Statistics, Data Analysis, Public Opinion, Sports Analytics

Episodes

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Introducing: Civilian or Spy

August 15, 2026

When a Russian-born American citizen named Ilya Beloozerov is gunned down by the FBI in 2024, the authorities refuse to say why they’d killed him. CNN’s Isabelle Chapman embarks on a sprawling investigation that takes her from the Mississippi parking lot where he died to Washington, D.C. to unravel the mystery: Why did Ilya abruptly leave his family and his job and head for the border with laptops and cash? Why is there sti...

Pains, Trains and Automobiles

July 05, 2022

Who doesn’t love a good vacation? But the likelihood of stress goes through the roof as soon as you factor in the act of traveling. Annoyances like cramped leg room, high gas prices and mysterious service fees can make getting from point A to point B, a real pain. Is there a more efficient way to drive, board a plane or even fuel your vehicle? Harry turns to some very smart people who are doing their best to optimize the way we travel. You'll hear about how AI can create the most efficient ro...

Why are Losers the Favorites?

June 28, 2022

Studies show that, when picking between underdogs and the favorite, more people will side with the underdog. So, why are we so drawn to them? And it’s not just about sports and politics. It’s the human experience. Harry talks to his dear friend Neil Paine of FiveThirtyEight, underdog expert Nadav Goldschmied, and CNN's very own Coy Wire. As a former Buffalo Bills player, Coy knows a thing or two about being underestimated. We also do some serious analysis of who really deserves the title "Ame...

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Frequently asked questions

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How do I get in touch with Margins of Error?

Margins of Error is hosted by Harry Enten. Its publicly listed email is podcasts@cnn.com. 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 Margins of Error?

The publicly listed email for Margins of Error: podcasts@cnn.com.

How many listeners does Margins of Error have?

Podseeker estimates Margins of Error reaches 1,000 to 10,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Margins of Error?

Margins of Error typically books rising experts. Typical guest background: Researchers, academics, data analysts, journalists, and practitioners with specialized expertise and a clear connection to the episode's central question; relevant first-hand experience can also qualify, as with professional athletes discussing underdog status. Common among recent guests: Published research or recognized subject-matter expertise; Established analytical or journalistic work; Relevant professional experience at a prominent organization. Recent guests include Coy Wire, Nadav Goldschmied, and Neil Paine.

How hard is it to get booked on Margins of Error?

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

What topics does Margins of Error cover?

Recent episodes cover Science, Statistics, Data Analysis, Public Opinion, and Sports Analytics. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

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