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We have more data, more analytics, and more division than ever because analytic myths and misperceptions are plaguing our world (aka. Anamythics). Let's work together to Stop Anamythics!

Stop Anamythics Podcast Donnie and Rob

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We have more data, more analytics, and more division than ever because analytic myths and misperceptions are plaguing our world (aka. Anamythics). Let's work together to Stop Anamythics!

    Season 1 Episode 15: Season 1 Wrap-up

    Season 1 Episode 15: Season 1 Wrap-up

    On today's episode, we wrap up the first season, reflect on major learnings, and look forward to season 2.  We hope you have a great summer and we look forward to seeing you in the fall!

    • 25 min
    Episode 14: Illusory Truth

    Episode 14: Illusory Truth

    On today's episode, we talk about the impact of repetitive information.  Because people are talking about it...does that make it true? 

    Study Referenced in Episode:
    https://psycnet.apa.org/record/2015-38275-001

    • 38 min
    Episode 13: Perception vs. Reality (Conclusion)

    Episode 13: Perception vs. Reality (Conclusion)

    In Today's episode, we wrap up the perception vs. reality mini-series.  Is data really the fifth state of matter?  We hope you enjoy today's conversation!

    • 38 min
    Episode 12: Perception vs. Reality (The Middle Class)

    Episode 12: Perception vs. Reality (The Middle Class)

    On Today's episode, we talk about major trends impacting the economic well-being of the  Middle Class in the United States.  We hope you enjoy!


    Links of Interest:

    Real wages over time:
    https://www.pewresearch.org/fact-tank/2018/08/07/for-most-us-workers-real-wages-have-barely-budged-for-decades/
    https://www.pewresearch.org/fact-tank/2020/02/07/6-facts-about-economic-inequality-in-the-u-s/

    • 46 min
    Episode 11: Perception vs. Reality (Kids These Days)

    Episode 11: Perception vs. Reality (Kids These Days)

    What is up with kids these days?  Should we be afraid?  On today's episode we discuss the perceptions and realities of kids these days.

    A couple of accessible links if you are interested in some of the underlying data:

    https://advances.sciencemag.org/content/5/10/eaav5916
    https://www.vox.com/a/teens

    • 37 min
    Episode 10: Perception vs. Reality (Cancer)

    Episode 10: Perception vs. Reality (Cancer)

    In today's episode, we talk about the perceptions and reality of cancer rates in the United States.  Its another good news story!

    Link to Annual Report on Cancer:

    https://acsjournals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/cncr.32802

    • 23 min

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Jlutzey ,

Very entertaining and enjoyable!!!

This podcast always causes me to stop and think. It is presented in a way that regardless of views, background, beliefs etc anyone could gain perspective and make a positive impact on the world. Very entertaining and enjoyable!!!

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