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Nikola Tangen

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2 episodes
Sep 5, 2025• In Good Company with Nicolai Tangen

HIGHLIGHTS: Sir David Spiegelhalter

Sir David Spiegelhalter, a renowned statistician, discusses the importance of understanding uncertainty, evidence-based decision-making, and the role of data during crises like the COVID-19 pandemic. He shares personal insights about communicating risk, the challenges of medical statistics, and his own experience with prostate cancer, emphasizing the need to respect and understand data.

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Sep 3, 2025• In Good Company with Nicolai Tangen

Sir David Spiegelhalter: Statistics, Communicating in Crises, and Living with Uncertainty

Sir David Spiegelhalter shares insights on statistics, uncertainty, and the importance of communicating evidence transparently, drawing from his experiences in medical research, public health crises, and scientific communication. He emphasizes the need for resilience, taking calculated risks, and approaching complex challenges with an open mind that acknowledges limitations and seeks diverse perspectives.

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