Daniel Parris is a data scientist and journalist who writes about the intersection of statistics and pop culture. He previously worked in the entertainment industry and at DoorDash when the company only had around 150 employees. Parris is also the author of the newsletter Stat Significant that explores popular culture through stats.
Episode Description
Have you ever wondered if people actually hate Coldplay? Do you want statistical proof that Game of Thrones did not stick the landing in its finale? Have you wondered whether you’re actually seeing Nicholas Cage in more movies? Well, you’re in luck there’s a newsletter for that, and it’s the focus of this episode of Stats and Stories with guest Daniel Parris.
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Pennington: Stats and Stories is a partnership between Miami University’s departments of Statistics and Media, Journalism and Film, and the American Statistical Association. You can follow us on Twitter, Apple podcasts, or other places where you find podcasts. If you’d like to share your thoughts on the program send your email to statsandstories@miamioh.edu or check us out at statsandstories.net, and be sure to listen for future editions of Stats and Stories where we explore the statistics behind the stories behind the statistics.