Data storyteller Alex talks with information designer Alli Torban about her new book, Chart Spark. Alli believes that creativity isn’t a synonym for art; instead, it’s the ability to generate new ideas or remix existing ideas in a useful way. When you learn to harness that creativity, you can develop new approaches to create more impactful data communications. Tune in to discover helpful prompts and strategies that will help you push past a mental block when you aren’t sure how to visualize your data and capture inspiration for the next time you need a creative idea.

Listening time 42:28 | related links:

• Follow Alli: website | podcast | LinkedIn | Twitter

• sChart Spark: https://www.chartsparkbook.com/

• SWD live event: http://storytellingwithdata.com/exploreexplain

• Flatten the curve: https://x.com/drewaharris/status/1233267475036372992?lang=en

• Alli’s tessellation viz: https://www.allitorban.com/home/work4

In this repost of the Data Viz Today podcast, Information Designer Alli Torban talks with Cole about strategies for delivering data presentations, particularly for introverts. From identifying and managing nervous habits to intentionally adjusting style while maintaining authenticity, they share quick tips and broad strategies to put into practice. Discover how to signal confidence, even before feeling it, and learn about real-time data collection techniques to continually refine your speaking skills. Tune in to learn actionable insights that apply whether you're presenting informally to colleagues or commanding attention in front of a crowd!

Listening time 49:18 | related links:

• Follow Alli: website | podcast | LinkedIn | Twitter

• Original post & show notes: dataviztoday.com/shownotes/94

Book: storytelling with you: plan, create, and deliver a stellar presentation

Cole talks with New Zealand-based data storyteller, Kat Greenbrook, about her new book, The Data Storyteller’s Handbook: How to create business impact using data storytelling. Kat shares her empathy for anyone who has ever been told to “make your data tell a story” and isn’t sure where to start, and offers guidance for better understanding your audience and arranging insights into a narrative structure. Tune in to learn about frameworks that can help you plot time and character data stories, how to keep things honest, bridging knowledge gaps between you and your stakeholders, and more! 

Listening time 52:00 | related links:

• Follow Kat: website | LinkedIn | BlueSky

• Book: The Data Storyteller’s Handbook