364: Depression and Suicidal Thoughts
Today, I’m talking with Anthony Metivier about practices to help your brain and body, work through the stress of the pandemic. Additional materials: www.superdatascience.com/364
May 08, 2020•9 min
Super Data Science: ML & AI Podcast with Jon Krohn
The latest machine learning, A.I., and data career topics from across both academia and industry are brought to you by host Dr. Jon Krohn on the Super Data Science Podcast. As the quantity of data on our planet doubles every couple of years and with this trend set to continue for decades to come, there's an unprecedented opportunity for you to make a meaningful impact in your lifetime. In conversation with the biggest names in the data science industry, Jon cuts through hype to fuel that professional impact.
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363: Intuition, Frameworks, and Unlocking the Power of Data
Piyanka Jain goes in-depth about the true power of data that can be unlocked when you combine intuition with data science practices and follow a hypothesis-driven framework to reach your project goals. Items mentioned in this podcast: The power of data plus intuition [5:29] BADIR framework for data science [12:36] What can students pick up from Aryng’s courses? [24:58] SWAT data science teams [34:16] The rate of successful projects [39:38] Four D’s of Data Culture [45:27] Decision science vs dat...
May 06, 2020•58 min
362: Hybrid AI
Today, I’m talking about an interesting topic I found in our own Data Science newsletter about the need for hybrid AI models in the future. Additional materials: www.superdatascience.com/362
May 01, 2020•6 min
361: How To Succeed As An Analytics Consultant
John David Ariansen joins me for an episode on the best practices for getting into data science consulting, the importance of understanding data science and analytics, and how you can network, even during a pandemic. In this episode you will learn: Coronavirus and how it will affect the way we work [3:06] John David’s consulting work [8:19] Why did John get into consulting? [13:17] Does John David’s age affect his clients? [25:03] John David’s podcast [34:59] The difference between data science ...
Apr 29, 2020•1 hr 16 min
360: Importance of Sleep
In this episode, I’m exploring some topics in proper sleep habits to help you keep good sleep schedules. Additional materials: www.superdatascience.com/360
Apr 24, 2020•14 min
359: Tackling Data Science Job Hunting, Interviews & Negotiations
Emily Robinson breaks down her new book “Build a Career in Data Science” by sharing what skills she focuses on exploring, who the data science field is for, and how to tackle interviews and negotiations. In this episode you will learn: Long-distance networking [5:58] Emily’s book [9:38] Who is the field of data science for? [14:02] Should newcomers use Python or R? [23:34] Five company archetypes [28:36] Approaching data science interviews and negotiating [31:25] How do you actually get an inter...
Apr 22, 2020•1 hr 10 min
358: Racism and Discrimination
In this episode, I’m discussing my personal experience with discrimination during a trip at the start of the pandemic and how it elevated my understanding of racism and discrimination beyond just a cognitive level. Additional materials: www.superdatascience.com/358
Apr 17, 2020•12 min
357: Emotions, Relationships, and Being Kind During the Pandemic
Tracy Crossley, a Behavioral Relationship Expert, talks about how you can explore yourself during this difficult time. We also explored how different relationship dynamics can be tested during a forced lockdown and how to avoid dangerous emotional pitfalls. In this episode you will learn: What work does Tracy do? [5:50] Tracy’s training [8:20] Tracy’s view on the consequences of the pandemic [12:55] Ways to tackle emotions during lockdown [17:14] Final advice to those struggling during lockdown ...
Apr 15, 2020•1 hr 7 min
356: Working Remotely
Today, I’m helping you explore working remotely. Whether you’ve started doing this during the pandemic or you've been interested in and exploring remote-based jobs recently. I outline three advantages and three disadvantages to consider. Additional materials: www.superdatascience.com/356
Apr 10, 2020•16 min
355: DJ Patil on Harnessing the Power of Data Science Community
DJ Patil talks about ethics in data science and the importance of data science communities working together to make sure data science is an accelerant of solutions for our children and our children’s children. In this episode you will learn: How does it feel to be the person who created data science as we know it now? [3:17] What data science is not [6:01] Ethics and data science development in different countries [10:00] What is the “biorevolution”? [16:02] The importance of data sharing [20:10...
Apr 08, 2020•49 min
354: Negative Coefficients
Today I discuss a negative coefficient as a philosophical concept in problem-solving in your life. Do you make things worse by ignoring a problem or doing the wrong things to fix it? Additional materials: www.superdatascience.com/354
Apr 03, 2020•14 min
353: How to Practice Human-Centric Data Science
Brian T. O’Neill joins me for an insightful dive into how you can implement human-centric practices into your data work, whether you’re a consultant or individual contributor. There are ways and steps to workshop best practices in conversations with stakeholders. In this episode you will learn: Brian’s two lives [7:28] Brian’s human-first focal point [10:05] The process of Brian’s consulting work [17:07] How can an individual contributor be better at design thinking? [40:43] Walkthrough Brian’s ...
Apr 01, 2020•1 hr 16 min
352: History of Data Science - Part 5
Today, we’re diving into our fifth and final part of our history of data science series by looking into data science’s future through the eyes of five of the most influential people in our space and how they see the next few decades. Additional materials: www.superdatascience.com/352
Mar 27, 2020•14 min
351: Self-Starting In Data Science
Stratos Hadjioannou is a freshly hired data scientist who is self-taught and made the jump to visit DSGO. He talks about his learnings, putting himself in a data science ecosystem, and how to tackle interviews with little experience. In this episode you will learn: Where did Stratos start? [6:16] How to keep the momentum for learning [12:20] Stratos’s goals [19:35] Planning the steps to getting a data science job [23:01] Triad for successful interviews [32:47] Application process [34:53] Experie...
Mar 25, 2020•1 hr 1 min
350: Coronavirus
Today, we take some time to discuss the real mental and emotional toll social distancing can take during the coronavirus. How can we effectively tackle each other's needs during this period? Additional materials: www.superdatascience.com/350
Mar 20, 2020•6 min
349: Human-in-the-Loop Algorithms in Retail
Brad Klingenberg talks about the unique way Stitch Fix uses algorithms and human-in-the-loop AI to generate excellent customer experiences and pull ahead of other retailers in the space. In this episode you will learn: Working in Stitch Fix [5:18] How does Stitch Fix work? [11:29] Stitch Fix algorithms tour [20:14] Open positions in Stitch Fix [36:25] Stitch Fix takeaways for other companies [39:07] Humans + machines [44:19] Stitch Fix global expansion [47:34] Future of personalization [50:16] B...
Mar 19, 2020•1 hr 2 min
348: History of Data Science - Part 4
In the penultimate episode of our history of data science series, we look at 2015 on and watch as data science goes from being about hard skills and coding to being about ethics and progress. Additional materials: www.superdatascience.com/348
Mar 13, 2020•20 min
347: How To Tell Your Story For Career Success
Kerri Twigg talks with me about her work in helping professionals talk about themselves and tell stories about their passions and professional work to land ideal jobs and propel their career trajectory. In this episode you will learn: Kerri at DSGO 2019 [6:09] Who is Kerri Twigg? [8:00] A case study from DSGO 2019 [9:51] How do you build a career story? [18:30] Kerri’s book and practices [32:35] How to prepare for interviews [43:22] 3-Parts of a career story [56:53] Additional materials: www.sup...
Mar 12, 2020•1 hr 9 min
346: My Top 5 Productivity Hacks
In this FiveMinuteFriday we take a break from our series on the history of data science to discuss productivity and my top 5 hacks for getting more hours out of your day and week. Additional materials: www.superdatascience.com/346
Mar 06, 2020•15 min
345: Machine Learning At Twitter
I speak with Dan Shiebler who works as a machine learning engineer at Twitter Cortex and at the same time, is doing a Ph.D. on applying category theory in machine learning. We discuss his work at Twitter, the importance of academics, and the future of machine learning. In this episode you will learn: What is great about Twitter [5:31] Dan’s Ph.D. program [9:25] Dan’s work at Twitter [18:07] Dan at DSGO 2020 [35:16] LinkedIn Q&A [40:25] Dan’s advice [1:03:58] Additional materials: www.superda...
Mar 05, 2020•1 hr 12 min
344: History of Data Science - Part 3
In the third of five episodes in this series, I journey through 2010 into 2015 to look at the boom of self-driving cars, the growth of data science as a profession, and the beginning of educational paths for future data scientists. Additional materials: www.superdatascience.com/344
Feb 28, 2020•8 min
343: Career Jumpstarts through Data Science Retreat
I speak with Jose Quesada, founder and CEO of Data Science Retreat about the purpose of his program to help data scientists learn and find jobs through a three-month retreat and portfolio project. In this episode you will learn: Overview of Jose’s current projects [5:55] "What if I don’t have a tech background?" [09:58] How does it work? [11:51] Program structure [21:24] Tips for picking a portfolio project [26:45] The program’s next intake [1:03:06] Additional materials: www.superdatascience.co...
Feb 27, 2020•1 hr 10 min
342: History of Data Science - Part 2
In the second of five episodes in this series, I take a step into the early 2000s and the true boom of data science as a profession and philosophy of study, as well as look at some of science fiction’s failed hopes for data science by this time. Additional materials: www.superdatascience.com/342
Feb 21, 2020•9 min
341: Talking Robotics with Brandon Rohrer
Brandon Rohrer joins me in this special episode about robotics, machine learning, and the merge of software and hardware to create innovative technology for homes around the world. In this episode you will learn: Brandon at MIT [7:41] iRobot [15:14] Moving from Facebook to iRobot [17:14] Brandon’s work in iRobot [20:18] Brandon as a data science influencer [30:08] Q&A [40:40] Additional materials: www.superdatascience.com/341...
Feb 20, 2020•1 hr 16 min
340: History of Data Science - Part 1
In this five-episode series, I dive into the history of data science from the beginning of mathematics to today. In this first episode, we start by looking in the 1950s and go up to the dawn of the 2000s. Additional materials: www.superdatascience.com/340
Feb 14, 2020•20 min
339: The Power of Coaching
I sat down with my coach Ivor Lok to discuss the power and importance of coaching and how everyone can use it in their personal and professional lives to become happier. In this episode you will learn: Managing expectations [9:21] Personal beliefs & parenting [17:42] Value of having a coach [25:33] Mindset over skillset [37:24] Dream lists [51:06] Ivor’s new projects [1:03:20] Additional materials: www.superdatascience.com/339...
Feb 13, 2020•1 hr 26 min
338: Too Many Photos
I discuss an observation I had recently about how many photos we take, and how much we miss out on by focusing on capturing a moment rather than living it. Additional materials: www.superdatascience.com/338
Feb 07, 2020•6 min
337: Hadley Wickham Talks Integration and Future of R and Python
Hadley Wickham, a huge presence in data science, sits down to talk about R, Python, and the future of potential integrations, as well as some Q&A with our listeners through LinkedIn about programming languages and how to make data science accessible for all. In this episode you will learn: Hadley’s R packages [8:26] Better integrations between R and Python [20:11] LinkedIn Q&A [33:34] useR Conference vs. RStudio Conference [50:46] LinkedIn Q&A: Career-related questions [1:01:06] Link...
Feb 06, 2020•1 hr 15 min
336: Better Than Perfect
I discuss something that popped up for me recently: is it better to have something finished or to have something be perfect? I explore the answer and what it can mean for you in your life. Additional materials: www.superdatascience.com/336
Jan 31, 2020•10 min
335: Many Ways to Fail & Five Ways to Succeed in Startups
Rico Meinl failed when he tried to make a successful startup. He learned a lot from it and shared his story and learnings for nearly 2 hours in one of our longest and most insightful podcasts to date. In this episode you will learn: Rico at DSGO [8:50] Dresswell [17:10] B2B vs B2C in startups [34:03] Rico's 5 learnings [53:25] Learning no. 1 [53:54] Learning no. 2 [56:33] Learning no. 3 [1:10:43] Learning no. 4 [1:24:08] Learning no. 5 [1:34:02] Rico’s next steps [1:45:35] Additional materials: ...
Jan 30, 2020•1 hr 53 min
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