Best Statistical Consulting Podcasts (2025)

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Chalkboard Ultra #39 - A Statistical Consultation with Professor Darren Wilkinson 39:51

12d ago39:51

39:51

In this week’s episode, the hosts talk to Darren about how statistics underlies all other areas of maths. This episode features its uses in dynamical systems, what it means to be Bayesian and why (almost!) every programming language needs to be improved.

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Chalkboard Ultra's Second Yearly Highlights 1:17:47

3d ago1:17:47

1:17:47

After two years of podcasting, Louie and Sam look back on some of Chalkboard Ultra's finest moments from this year. The hosts also discuss the future of the podcast, introducing a new host...

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Stats Reunion: What have we learned so far? 56:00

4d ago56:00

56:00

It’s our first stats reunion! In this special review episode, we revisit favorite concepts from past episodes—p-values, multiple testing, regression adjustment—and give them fresh personalities as characters. Meet the seductive false positive, the clingy post hoc ex, and Charlotte, the well-meaning but overfitting idealist. Statistical topics Bar c…

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Chalkboard Ultra #41 - How Did We Get Here? with Dr Sara Uckelman 1:08:16

5d ago1:08:16

1:08:16

In the final guest interview for Chalkboard this year, the hosts chat to Durham's most famous lecturer: Sara L. Uckelman of Durfess and Overheard fame. Tune in for this amazing discussion on Sara's research, her role on Facebook and to find out what really went on behind the ecology report scandal...…

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Chalkboard Ultra #40 - The (Teaching) Fellowship of the Ring with Dr Jamie Mason 55:40

7d ago55:40

55:40

Louie and Sam talk to Jamie about what it's like to be a teaching fellow at the university, and how to not screw up your PhD interviews!

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Chalkboard Ultra #38 - Don't Sweat It! with Luci Mullen 48:47

13d ago48:47

48:47

The hosts chatted to Luci, a PhD student and teaching fellow at the university who specialises in mathematical biology. We found out more about the subject and what life really would be like as a PhD student in Durham!

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Chalkboard Ultra #37 - Doctor Who? with Alistair Severn and Thomas Shaw 48:26

14d ago48:26

48:26

To begin the next series, Louie interviews three prospective PhD students: Alistair, Thomas and Sam himself! This was a super fun discussion about their different possible projects and how the application process went.

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WhoSoc Watches Season 2 - Wish World/The Reality War 1:02:38

15d ago1:02:38

1:02:38

F***! Featuring: Ollie, Cormac, Scout, Lottie

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HPV Vaccine: How close are we to wiping out cervical cancer? 1:15:57

18d ago1:15:57

1:15:57

Could a preteen vaccine wipe out a global cancer? In this episode, we examine the bold claim that cervical cancer could be eradicated in much of the world by the end of the century—thanks to the highly effective HPV vaccine. We unpack statistical modeling, microsimulations, and how Markov chains make good date-night conversation. We also explore wh…

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WhoSoc Watches Season 2 - The Story & the Engine & The Interstellar Song Contest 48:26

18d ago48:26

48:26

This podcast title does look a little odd since I decided to use the "&" to separate the episodes in our titles thinking that said symbol would never been used in an episode title. Welp. Anyway, join WhoSoc today to discuss two episode of, in our opinions, very different quality, especially in terms of their handling of... ah... certain sensitive t…

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WhoSoc Watches Season 2 - The Well & Lucky Day 54:15

20d ago54:15

54:15

We're back! This episode, WhoSoc discusses how well (heh) the third and fourth episodes of the latest Doctor Who season execute some very interesting and unique concepts. So if that's your jam, then it's your lucky day! (heheheh) Featuring: Ollie, Cormac, Scout

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Chalkboard Ultra #36 - All the World's a Stage with Dr Sam Fearn 41:11

21d ago41:11

41:11

In this week’s episode, the hosts talk to associate professor Sam about maths education, featuring the behind-the-scenes of E-assessments, how students really feel about the way maths is taught at university and the best tips on teaching!

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WhoSoc Watches Season 2 - The Robot Revolution & Lux 39:01

22d ago39:01

39:01

Join WhoSoc as we delve into the first episodes of the brand new season of Doctor Who, featuring Missbelindachandrabots, Alan Cumming and a bunch of Doctor Who fans (us) considering how Doctor Who considers how Doctor Who fans consider Doctor Who. Makes sense right? Featuring: Ollie, Cormac, Scout, J…

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Behind Durham's June Ball x Student Voice 41:07

23d ago41:07

41:07

From The Guardian’s 'Top 100 Things to Do Before You Die' to Mastercard’s 'Top Events Money Can’t Buy', University College’s June Ball is one of the most iconic nights in the Castle calendar. Set in a UNESCO World Heritage Site and steeped in over a century of tradition, Student Voice goes behind the scenes with the people who bring the magic to li…

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New Millennium - Pilot 32:26

23d ago32:26

32:26

It is two decades until the new millennium and a UFO has been spotted in the skies above England. When Doctor Ellen Marley arrives to work in Addenbrookes Hospital the next morning, she finds a stranger waiting for her. The man has brought Marley an ultimatum - she may either accept his offer and step into an unknown future, or she walk away into h…

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New Millennium Trailer 1:40

25d ago1:40

1:40

New Millennium' releases 11.06 on Purple Radio Drama Spotify.

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New Millennium Teaser 0:50

26d ago0:50

0:50

Trailer Tomorrow

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Equipment Size: What is average? 54:20

1M ago54:20

54:20

Today’s deep dive: the surprisingly serious science of penis size. Using self-report surveys, objective measurements, and a healthy dose of old-school statistics, we ask: How do you get clean data on gentlemen’s goods?Along the way, we explore social desirability bias, survey design tricks, and what happens when science meets insecurity. You’ll nev…

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Tour of the North - Purple Radio Durham 2:13:06

1M ago2:13:06

2:13:06

It's our turn - welcome to Purple's episode of the Tour of the North! Join Charley, Charlie, Karis, Adam, and Miranda as they take you on an audio tour of Durham, stopping at exciting places on the way and hearing from people all across the city. A huge thank you to all of our guests, including BookWyrm, Handcrafted, UpcycleMe, and DJ Dave B. Liste…

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Chalkboard Ultra #35 - Deep Dives in Deep Learning with Dr James Liley 52:26

1M ago52:26

52:26

The next lecturer to enter the studio is James, who takes the hosts on a journey through the links between pure maths, medical science and clinical trials.

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Chalkboard Ultra #34 - Grurple Maths with Hannah Woods 32:50

1M ago32:50

32:50

In this week's episode, DU Women in Maths president Hannah joins the hosts and talks about all things 'grurple': the crossover between various branches of maths, life as a student and, of course, the importance of supporting women in maths.

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Tour of the North - Moore Student Radio 30:44

1M ago30:44

30:44

Welcome back to... Moore Student Radio? This is our Tour of the North! Come along with Purple as we discover our fellow student radio stations from across the north of England - Moore from Liverpool, Spark from Sunderland, LSR from Leeds, URY from York, Jam from Hull, and of course our beloved Purple from Durham. Come on a musical and historical jo…

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190 - Indefinite Leave 19:38

2M ago19:38

19:38

190 - Indefinite Leave After a very brief summary of the changing data science landscape, Hilary and Roger do not actually end the podcast but discuss taking an indefinite leave, leaving the door slightly ajar for future opportunities. Show notes: Roger Peng Hilary Parker List of NSSD Fellows Get the Not So Standard Deviations book Subscribe to the…

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Sugar Sag: Is Your Diet Aging You? 1:08:27

2M ago1:08:27

1:08:27

Wrinkles and sagging skin—just normal aging, or can you blame your sweet tooth? We dive into “sugar sag,” exploring how sugar, processed foods, and even your crispy breakfast toast might be making you look older than if you’d said no to chocolate cake and yes to broccoli. Along the way, we encounter statistical adjustment, training and test data se…

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Tour of the North - URY York 41:38

2M ago41:38

41:38

Welcome back to... URY York? This is our Tour of the North! Over the next 6 weeks, come along with Purple as we discover our fellow student radio stations from across the north of England - Moore from Liverpool, Spark from Sunderland, LSR from Leeds, URY from York, Jam from Hull, and of course our beloved Purple from Durham. Come on a musical and h…

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Say! Now! Sena! ep.3 - Talking about Integration of home students and international students in Durham with two special guests!!! 26:42

2M ago26:42

26:42

In this episode, I invited two special guests - Eloise, a home student in Durham and Prof. Nah, an assistant professor in the Sociology department. In the last episode, I talked about what I feel as an exchange student, but after that, I thought it was crucial to talk about this theme with people from different standpoints. That's why I published t…

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Hookworms: Can parasites improve your health? 1:08:00

2M ago1:08:00

1:08:00

What if you could treat your prediabetes with . . . worms? Regina and Kristin dive into a surprising early-phase clinical trial on hookworm therapy—that’s right, intentionally infecting yourself with parasitic worms—to treat metabolic conditions. They dig into the biological rationale (inflammation, abdominal fat, and gut immunology), the clever st…

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Tour of the North - JAM Radio Hull 1:31:01

2M ago1:31:01

1:31:01

Welcome back to... Jam Radio Hull? This is our Tour of the North! Over the next 6 weeks, come along with Purple as we discover our fellow student radio stations from across the north of England - Moore from Liverpool, Spark from Sunderland, LSR from Leeds, URY from York, Jam from Hull, and of course our beloved Purple from Durham. Come on a musical…

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Alcohol: Are happy hours good for your heart? 1:05:31

2M ago1:05:31

1:05:31

Does a daily glass of wine really keep the cardiologist away? It’s a claim we’ve all heard: light to moderate drinking is good for your heart. But is it science or just a convenient excuse for happy hour? In this episode, we dive into the history behind this claim, discuss the challenges of observational studies and statistical adjustment, and expl…

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Eating Disorders: Beat the Beast 53:12

3M ago53:12

53:12

Purple Radio X RT Minds Durham In Episode Three of the Never Give Up podcast series, listen to the incredible Ziggy talk about dealing with Anorexia and her road to recovery. Her story is truly moving, she is a real inspiration. If you have been affected by anything discussed in this episode, further guidance and access to support is available foll…

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The Red Dress Effect: Are women in red sexier? 1:08:45

3M ago1:08:45

1:08:45

Wear red and drive men wild with lust – or so says scientific research on color’s role in human mating. But can a simple color swap really boost a woman’s hotness score? In this episode, we delve into the evidence behind the Red Dress Effect, from a controversial first study in college men to what the latest research says about who this trick might…

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Vitamin D Part 2: Good for more than just your bones? 1:09:19

3M ago1:09:19

1:09:19

Can you really sit on your couch, pop vitamin D pills, and shave seconds off your 5k? Touted as a miracle cure-all, vitamin D is claimed to slash cancer and infection risks while boosting mood, cognition, and athletic performance. But does upping your vitamin D really make you healthier and happier? In this episode, we’ll follow the epidemiologic e…

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WhoSoc Watches Joy to the World 1:19:35

3M ago1:19:35

1:19:35

Join WhoSoc for our latest discussion of Doctor Who's latest instalment, the 2024 Christmas special- an episode we do not have the highest opinion of. Tune in for our takes on the plot device of the Time Hotel, the character of Joy, and the religious imagery in the episode.

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The Durham Podcast Episode 2 - What Responsibilities do Artists Have? 58:08

3M ago58:08

58:08

“Artistic freedom allows for artists to pursue any topic they want, from whichever perspective they choose from. Although it is generally agreed upon that this is a good thing, in recent years various works in literature, film etc have been criticised for inaccurate or insensitive portrayals, or for being motivated by a hidden ,or sometimes explici…

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Student VoiceX DUCS 21:01

4M ago21:01

21:01

Join us for another interview special. We were delighted to be joined by Durham University Choral Society to hear about the incredible work that they do and their exciting upcoming plans.

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Durhama: Oswald's Players' Jack and the Beanstalk 22:48

4M ago22:48

22:48

Last term Oswald's Players presented their second annual student written pantomime. I was joined by co-directors Ben and Charlotte to tell me all about the writing and rehearsal process; and Ben shares a star-studded anecdote from his school days...

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Purple x RockSoc: Battle of the Bands 1:39:51

4M ago1:39:51

1:39:51

Join Purple Radio as we talk with the 6 bands progressing to Durham RockSoc's finals for their annual Battle of the Bands! Competing for a live lounge session, these student musicians will appear on Thursday 20th March, 7:30pm at Klute, to fight for the title in a live-streamed extravaganza broadcasted by Durham's award winning PalTV.…

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WhoSoc Watches Season 1 - The Legend of Ruby Sunday/Empire of Death 55:09

4M ago55:09

55:09

Join WhoSoc as we discuss the final episode of the latest season of Doctor Who! We discuss the ups, and more often the downs, of this rather whelming finale.

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Student Halo Project: FGM 9:41

4M ago9:41

9:41

Viewer's discretion is advised. Join Sami, Srishti, and Mariam as they discuss the importance and prevalence of FGM in the UK and beyond. The discussion will revolve around how and why FGM is practiced, as well as the legal implications that occur as a result.

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Vitamin D Part 1: Is the Deficiency Epidemic Real? 1:23:09

4M ago1:23:09

1:23:09

Is America really facing an epidemic of vitamin D deficiency? While this claim is widely believed, the story behind it is packed with twists, turns, and some pesky statistical cockroaches. In this episode, we’ll dive into a study on Hawaiian surfers, expose how shifting goalposts can create an epidemic, tackle dueling medical guidelines, and flex o…

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Chalkboard Ultra #33 - A Random Walk in the Park with Professor Andrew Wade 45:52

4M ago45:52

45:52

Another lecturer guest joins the hosts! Andrew talks through his research background in probability and specifically in random walks. This was a fun discussion on random walks, its applications, and Guinness!

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Her Voice Durham: Women of Purple Radio 52:43

4M ago52:43

52:43

Happy International Women's Day! In the final episode of Her Voice Durham, Purple Radio's miniseries celebrating the women of Durham University, we are joined by the team of women that make everything happen - the executive committee of Purple Radio. Join Charley (Head of Podcasts), Ione (Deputy Station Manager), Phoebe (Head of News), and Karis (H…

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Chalkboard Ultra #32 - Swing Batta Batta with Andrew Mullins 1:04:19

4M ago1:04:19

1:04:19

Let's go Red Sox! In this episode, Andrew talks to the hosts about everything statistical in baseball: from enjoying it as a kid to deep diving into how we measure the sport's success over time.

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Her Voice Durham: The Legal Besties Podcast 1:11:11

4M ago1:11:11

1:11:11

Welcome back to Her Voice Durham, Purple Radio's special miniseries highlighting the women of Durham University in the lead up to International Women's Day 2025 on the 8th March. In this episode Charley is joined by Liz and Dara from The Legal Besties Podcast, alongside their friends and classmates Devina and Tianna. Listen in to hear their thought…

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Durhama: The Snow-Globe and Oswald's Players' "Snowmeo and Julinest" 23:32

4M ago23:32

23:32

Lulu and Jack join me to talk all about this collaborative devised project, their dream musical roles, and Jack gets a history lesson!

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Student Voice x Miss Durham- Beauty Pageant Special 57:27

4M ago57:27

57:27

We were delighted to be joined by the wonderful Lucy Wilkinson- Miss Durham, in this weeks episode of Student Voice. We spoke all things beauty pageants, from training to misconceptions. Be sure to tune in to learn what holding this title really means- warning its nothing like Miss Congeniality or Toddlers &Tiaras!…

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Chalkboard Ultra #31 - In Conversation with the MathSoc Presidents 35:08

4M ago35:08

35:08

Louie and Sam give an homage to their supporters by inviting Cassia Pearce and Lydia Purcell on the pod to talk about their journey through the Mathematical Society and maths at Durham itself.

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Introduction to the Halo Project 9:03

4M ago9:03

9:03

Welcome to this introduction to the Halo Project, featuring Project Director Srishti! The Halo Project was established in 2011 in response to a gap in service provision for Black and Minoritised women and girls experiencing, or at risk of, domestic and sexual abuse and violence. Since launch we are proud to have supported over 3000 women from over …

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Her Voice Durham: Safe Education 52:24

4M ago52:24

52:24

In this episode of Her Voice Durham, Purple Radio's special miniseries showcasing the voices of women across Durham University in the lead up to International Women's Day, Charley is joined by Liv, Steeley, and Hannah from Safe Education. Listen in to hear our discussion about what International Women's Day means to us, why it is important to be in…

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