Data Viz Today
113 episodes - English - Latest episode: 12 days ago - ★★★★★ - 83 ratingsHelping you become a more effective information designer.
You want to create effective data visualizations. That’s hard work. There are so many decisions to make, like chart type, annotations, and color!
Will this podcast help?
Host and fellow data viz designer Alli Torban is in the trenches with you. She shares the latest tools and methods that she’s discovered while on the job and interviewing top designers.
If you’re an analyst, journalist, or designer who wants to hone your skills with specific tactics, then this show could be just what you need.
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57: A Big Lesson Learned From My 100-Day Project
September 29, 2020 23:54 - 11 minutes - 18 MBI recently went on a journey to improve my design skills, and looking back, I learned a lot about how to build a skill and one big lesson about being a creator... Show notes: https://dataviztoday.com/shownotes/57
56: [Mini] 3 Ways to Enhance Your Legend
August 25, 2020 10:00 - 9 minutes - 15.6 MBChart legends are so key (ha!) to make your chart understandable, but you need to give it some thought and care. The goals of a good legend: informative and concise It shouldn’t be a puzzle. So how can we enhance the default legend to be more informative and concise without becoming a puzzle? Let’s jump into 3 ways to enhance your legend! Show notes
BONUS: 3 Invisible Tools to Help You Create Faster
July 28, 2020 10:00 - 10 minutes - 16.2 MBWhat are the invisible tools (i.e. processes or methods) that I use to help me create visualization more efficiently? I pinpointed 3 roadblocks that I encounter frequently, and in this episode, I share the invisible tools that I use to catapult over them and keep moving. Let’s go!
55: How to Get Your First Data Viz Freelance Project — Featuring Dr. Stephanie Evergreen
June 09, 2020 10:00 - 55 minutes - 77.8 MBAre you interested in freelancing or consulting in data visualization? Being your own boss as a full-time freelancer has its own set of unique challenges, and of course, many benefits! But from the outside looking in, it’s hard to know where to even start... How do you find clients? How do you know what to offer? How do you reach out and pitch to potential clients? How do you communicate the value that you bring and know what to charge? How do you make sure you end up...
54: How to Find New Collaborators and Execute a Complex Project — Featuring Shirley Wu
May 05, 2020 10:00 - 29 minutes - 43.1 MBIn this episode, Shirley Wu shares the specific things that she looks for in potential collaborators, the steps she took to execute her innovative People of the Pandemic game, and how she overcame her moments of self-doubt under the mounting complexity of creating a game from scratch… Show notes
53: How to Sidestep These 3 Common Sources of Frustration
March 31, 2020 10:00 - 15 minutes - 23.8 MBYou feel that mounting frustration in your body and you're about to lose your patience... what could have avoided this?! In this episode, I talk about 3 common sources of frustration and what you can do to sidestep them. Let's go! Show notes
52: How to Keep Your Reader Engaged with Thoughtful Annotations — Featuring Alyssa Fowers
February 18, 2020 11:00 - 17 minutes - 26.1 MBI’ve noticed that many of the really engaging graphics have something in common: really thoughtful annotations. Usually, we think of annotations as a way to communicate context (like the title, subtitle, data labels) or point out outliers or specific events. But what if we thought of annotations as a tool beyond just context. What if we could use annotations to keep the reader more engaged? In this episode, we’ll learn about a recent project by Alyssa Fowers, where she visualized data ab...
51: Our Advice to Data Viz Designers Just Starting Out
January 28, 2020 11:00 - 14 minutes - 22.4 MBI started this show almost two years ago, and I’ve been asking everyone that I interview: what’s your advice to data viz designers just starting out. Today, I gathered all their advice and wrapped up nicely into this one episode. Let's go! Show Notes
50: How to Fill Your Data Viz Toolbox — a New Years Resolution that won’t drive you crazy
December 31, 2019 11:00 - 20 minutes - 29.8 MBHappy new year! It's time for goal-setting, right? One small thing you can do throughout the year that will make you a better information designer (and not drive you crazy) is focus on building your data viz toolbox. I've been filling my toolbox over these past 50 episodes, and while I'll never be done filling it, the more I fill it, the easier my job is. In this episode, I’ll share with you the top 9 episodes that helped give me a structure for filling my toolbox. Here's to 2020! Sh...
BONUS: A technique to find the underlying emotions in your project
December 10, 2019 11:00 - 7 minutes - 13 MBWhy do we care about finding the underlying emotion in our project? Because it can help guide us toward visualizing the data in a more meaningful way for our audience. It helps you hone in on their point of view and what they really want. In this bonus episode, I show a quick technique that I learned recently that helps me get to the underlying emotions quickly. Join my newsletter! (you'll get my guided brainstorming template in the welcome email, plus my top tips after each episode) ...
49: How to Communicate the Value of Visualizing Data - Planetarians Show the Way
November 19, 2019 11:00 - 15 minutes - 23.2 MBHave you ever been asked the explain the value of visualizing data? I always jump to “it reveals insights you couldn’t see before!” But while I was at the Data2Dome conference last month, I had a light-bulb moment. Revealing insights is just part of the puzzle… In this episode, I share stories of how the planetarium community is using data to engage scientists and the general public in really innovative ways, and then I pull all the pieces together to see our value in a whole new light. ...
48: How Connecting Two Charts Can Lead to Extra Impact - Featuring Mohamad Waked
November 05, 2019 11:00 - 9 minutes - 14.9 MBIt's no secret that creating two charts to show different views on a data set can be very powerful. But can connecting them somehow make it even more impactful? In this episode, we learn how Mohamad Waked used two charts with a captivating connective tissue to shine a light on a very important issue happening in the world right now. Show notes: www.dataviztoday.com/shownotes/48
47: Charts Can Lie, But Here’s How You Remain Vigilant - Featuring Alberto Cairo
October 08, 2019 10:00 - 20 minutes - 30.6 MBIt’s no secret that some charts lie. You might be thinking that only a subset of people who maliciously create a chart to serve their interests are guilty of this, but the truth is, there are many ways in which a chart can lie. You can make a mistake in your design, or use data that’s insufficient, or make conclusions that aren’t accurate. I’m guilty of this, and guess what… so is Alberto Cairo! He wrote a whole book on How Charts Lie based on his experience creating and reading charts. ...
BONUS: Build Your Data Viz Board of Directors
September 24, 2019 02:13 - 7 minutes - 11.7 MBHaving a data viz mentor is a great resource! BUT... One person doesn't need to be everything to you. Maybe building a Board of Directors could be more helpful. I've built a virtual one that has seats for those who inspire me with - Creativity - Technical Skills - Communication - Introspectiveness - Fellow Data Viz Nerdery In this episode, I talk about who I've chosen for my DVBOD ;) and how I plan to keep in touch with what they're doing virtually. My calendly page :) My...
46: 3 Smart Tips for Building Your Portfolio - Featuring Dillon Winspear from Designed Today
September 03, 2019 10:00 - 19 minutes - 28.7 MBAre you struggling with putting together an effective portfolio? I find it hard to know if I'm using my time efficiently. What do I need to include? When is it enough?!? Luckily, Dillon Winspear is here to help. He's reviewed hundreds of portfolios as a Senior UX Lead at Domo, and I asked for his top tips for building a portfolio. Listen in and learn how to impress your hiring manager even if you only have 10 minutes to spare! Show notes Subscribe to Dillon’s podcast Designed Today ...
BONUS: The New Topic Sentence Formula That I'm Using for More Clarity
August 18, 2019 18:50 - 5 minutes - 7.17 MB***BONUS EPISODE! WOOHOO!*** I've been using a new topic sentence formula to help me gain clarity around my data visualizations, and I wanted to share it with you! I hope it's helpful. Let me know if you use something like this too. :)
45: How to Use Data Viz to Bring People Together and Feel Connected - Featuring Amy Cesal and Zander Furnas
July 30, 2019 10:00 - 19 minutes - 26.1 MBVisualization isn't always about revealing the patterns in our data. Sometimes it can be used to bring people together. This featured viz is a project by Amy Cesal and her now-husband Zander Furnas that they created for their wedding to connect their guests to them and each other. In this episode, we'll hear how this project was created, what they’d do differently in retrospect, and what specific questions you need to ask yourself before you start designing data viz to connect people. Sh...
44: 3 Steps to Find & Strengthen Your Biggest Data Literacy Weakness - Featuring Ben Jones of Data Literacy LLC
July 02, 2019 10:00 - 20 minutes - 28.8 MBData Literacy is on everyone’s mind right now, but it always seemed like a nebulous topic to me. What is it exactly? How can you tell how literate you are? More importantly, how do you improve?! In this episode, we’ll learn why you need to assess yourself, no matter how literate you are, and how to identify the next step you need to take to improve on your weak spots today. Show Notes 17 Key Traits of Data Literacy PDF Data Literacy Assessment Dashboard Follow Ben Jones on Twitter...
43: How to Visualize Paths Through Time with a Narrative Chart - Featuring Sahil Chinoy and Jessia Ma
April 30, 2019 10:00 - 11 minutes - 15.2 MBEvery day, events are happening and people are moving through time making decisions. How do we visualize that? How do we visualize that for hundreds of people in a way that still makes sense? Even more challenging, how do we humanize that visualization? In this episode, we’ll learn how Sahil Chinoy and Jessia Ma from the New York Times solved this problem by combing hundreds of paths into a narrative chart. Show Notes Follow Sahil and Jessia on Twitter Follow Data Viz Today on Twitter
42: How to Use Audio to Enhance Your Data Storytelling - Featuring Duncan Clark
March 12, 2019 10:00 - 24 minutes - 33.9 MBCan we combine explanatory and exploratory data viz? That's just what Duncan Clark and his team over at Flourish are trying to accomplish by giving everyone the ability to create a "Talkie." In this episode, find out what it is and how to create an effective one. Bonus: Duncan shares the one thing that would impress him in a data viz portfolio! Show Notes Follow Duncan and Flourish on Twitter Follow Data Viz Today on Twitter
41: [Mini] How to Go on a Color Diet
March 05, 2019 11:00 - 8 minutes - 11.7 MBAre you terrified of color? Me too! :) Sometimes there are just too many choices. So I’m going on a color diet! What's a color diet? Well, for me, it means to be more conscious about how I use color in my visualizations to make sure that I’m using color to solve a problem. In this episode, we’ll talk about how a color diet can improve your work, plus a few tips on how to get the most out of the few colors that you do use. Show Notes Follow Data Viz Today on Twitter Sign up for my wee...
40: How to Add Small Multiples to Your Flow Charts - Featuring Chris DeMartini
February 26, 2019 11:00 - 8 minutes - 11.6 MBHow can you add more information to your flow charts? Incorporate small multiples! In this episode, we learn about Chris DeMartini's data visualization that brings together small multiples and a flow chart (an NBA bracket) to add context to the flow. Find out how he created it, and how this technique can be applied elsewhere! Show Notes Chris DeMartini's blog posts Follow Chris on Twitter Follow Data Viz Today on Twitter
39: [Mini] 3 Design Tweaks that Make a Big Difference
February 12, 2019 11:00 - 7 minutes - 10 MBI’ve been on a mission to improve my design abilities, and there are three design tweaks that I’ve found to be really effective in making my visualizations look more professional. In this episode, I share these three tips that pack a punch! Show notes Follow Data Viz Today on Twitter Join my weekly newsletter Resources page Courses
38: How to Use Writing to Improve Your Vizzing - Featuring Tiziana Alocci & Piero Zagami
February 05, 2019 11:00 - 13 minutes - 18.8 MBCan you write your way to data viz success? It might be hard to see how writing could improve your visualizations but in this episode, I'll lay out 3 compelling reasons WHY you need to start writing today. Plus, I'll share easy 3 steps to get you started. This episode is inspired by the creative passion project Market Cafe Magazine that's created and independently published by Tiziana Alocci and Piero Zagami. Listen to what it takes to self-publish a data viz magazine! Show Notes Marke...
BONUS: Setting Your 2019 Data Viz Goals + Data Stories 2018 Year in Review Rebroadcast
December 19, 2018 20:46 - 1 hour - 143 MBWhat a year… I was honored to join Enrico Bertini and Moritz Stefaner on their Data Stories podcast along with Cole Nussbaumer Knaflic and Jon Schwabish to discuss our highlights from the year and what we hope to see in 2019. This is a re-broadcast of that amazing episode. I also added an intro with some thoughts on my 2019 data viz goals and ideas on how you can tackle your own. I’d love to know what yours are! Here’s to another year filled with data viz projects, collaborations & learnin...
37: How to Be Consistently Creative - A Journey to Find Info We Trust - Featuring RJ Andrews
November 13, 2018 11:00 - 30 minutes - 42.1 MBI recently caught wind of a forthcoming data viz book all about the craft of being a data storyteller called Info We Trust by RJ Andrews, and I wanted to know all about it! So I hopped on the phone with RJ and got the scoop on how he cleverly structures his days to be the most creative data storyteller and author that he can be, plus he shared his essential components to being consistently creative, even when faced with a limited toolset or under a deadline. I hope you enjoy our chat, an...
36: How to Experiment With Visualization & Handle Critiques - Featured Data Visualization by Richie Lionell
November 06, 2018 11:00 - 10 minutes - 14 MBHave you ever pushed the boundaries of visualization? Did you receive any push-back? Do you want to experiment more with new chart types, but you’re not sure where to start or maybe you’re worried about people’s reactions? In this episode, we’ll hear how Richie Lionell created his thought-provoking data viz, how he handled criticism gracefully, and how you can get started creating something new in spite of potential negative feedback. Show Notes Senator Voting Patterns viz Sign up for ...
35: [Mini] 3 Techniques to Handle Overplotting
October 30, 2018 10:00 - 6 minutes - 9.41 MBWhat should you do when you plot your data points and realize they're all on top of each other?? I recently learned that this is called "overplotting" and in this episode, I'll offer 3 techniques to help you handle this problem so you can get back to analyzing & visualizing! Show Notes Follow Data Viz Today on Twitter Check out my Adobe Illustrator for Data Viz course!
34: How to Harness the Power & Beauty of a Box Plot - Featured Data Visualization by Eric William Lin
October 16, 2018 10:00 - 15 minutes - 21.4 MBWhen's the last time you saw a box plot? How about the last time you created one?! It's been a long time for me, but this week's featured data visualization by Eric William Lin has convinced me to reconsider using this often clinical chart type as a beautiful and powerful way to tell a story. In this episode, we'll hear how Eric built his Kantar IIB Shortlisted viz, plus a few suggestions for how and when YOU could try a box plot! Show Notes Check out my Adobe Illustrator course! ...
33: [Mini] How to Discover Relevant Stories in Your Data by Taking an Editor’s Perspective
October 09, 2018 10:00 - 9 minutes - 13.1 MBHow can you consistently generate interesting visual story ideas from your data set? I’ve been on a quest to find a process for this, and I recently found guidance in a book for authors who are trying to get their non-fiction short stories published by editors. I used what I learned to create a worksheet that brings me from a basic stat to eight story ideas! In this episode, you’ll learn about the reasoning behind it and hear it in action! Show Notes ^Download the worksheet in the show n...
32: How to Add Impact & Inform Your Reader by Handing Over the Power - Featured Data Visualization by Ludovic Tavernier
October 02, 2018 10:00 - 11 minutes - 15.7 MBHow can you add interaction to make your story more impactful and memorable? In this episode, host Alli Torban explores specific interaction techniques that you can try in your visualizations to more effectively inform your reader. Featured data visualization project by Ludovic Tavernier perfectly shows how handing over the power to your reader can create an engaging experience. Check out my Adobe Illustrator course! Show Notes Ludovic's Viz Follow Ludovic on Twitter Follow Data V...
31: How to Decide If Your Visualization Should Be 3D - Featured Data Visualization by Ryan Baumann
September 25, 2018 10:00 - 13 minutes - 18.9 MBWhen is it beneficial to visualize your data in 3D? We know that people love the “cool” factor of 3D, but I think most people know to avoid it now. But in which cases could it be useful in understanding your data? In this episode, host Alli Torban explores the pros and cons of 3D viz. Featured data visualization project by Ryan Baumann shows a beautiful way to make custom 3D visualizations of spatial athletic data. Show Notes Ryan's Athlete Data Viz Site Follow Ryan Baumann on Twitter ...
30: [Mini] How to Use Help Desk Tactics to Build More Useful Visualizations
September 18, 2018 10:00 - 9 minutes - 12.8 MBDo you ever have a client that's not sure what they need, and you also feel at a loss on how to visualize their goal in the most useful way? In this episode, I talk about how I'm bringing back my old Help Desk skills to break through that wall (or vizzer's block ;D) and dig up useful dashboard ideas. Show Notes Follow Data Viz Today on Twitter
29: 3 Essential Steps To Finding Your Unique Style - Featured Data Visualization by Federica Fragapane
September 11, 2018 10:00 - 16 minutes - 22.1 MBHow can you find your unique data viz style? I've started my quest to find mine, which I hope will help me find my voice and create work that’s more representative of my point of view. I know it’s not something that happens overnight, but what can I do to get started? Featured data visualization project by Federica Fragapane provides plenty of inspiration for how to get on the right path. Show Notes Federica's Portfolio Follow Federica on Twitter Follow Data Viz Today on Twitter
28: How to Build a Connection With Your Data Through Original Visualization - Featured Data Visualization by Sonja Kuijpers
September 04, 2018 10:00 - 12 minutes - 17.6 MBIs it ever beneficial to stray from the usual chart types and create your own original, novel data visualization? i.e. A viz where you decide what each free-form shape, line, and color represents. In this episode, host Alli Torban explores how this technique can lead to a deeper connection to your data. Featured data visualization by Sonja Kuijpers perfectly illustrates how creating an original visualization can turn overwhelm into clarity. Show Notes Sonja's Website Follow Sonja on Tw...
27: [Mini] 3 Things I’ll Try To Do Better After Reading Tufte’s Book
August 28, 2018 10:00 - 6 minutes - 9.17 MBI loved reading Edward Tufte's “The Visual Display of Quantitative Information” for the first time as part of the Data Vis Book Club! He's known as a pioneer in the data viz field but has also received criticism for his "my way or the highway" approach. I highly recommend reading his book, not necessarily as a data viz rulebook, but as a valuable perspective to consider. In this episode, I talk about the 3 things that I'll try to do better in my data visualizations now that I've read Tufte's...
26: How to Develop Your Design Eye & Transform Your Work - Featured Data Visualization by Jane Pong
August 21, 2018 10:00 - 14 minutes - 20.4 MBBeing able to see the difference between well-designed and poorly-designed data viz is half the battle! But when your work always looks amateurish to you, it can be really frustrating. In this episode, host Alli Torban identifies specific ways that you can close the gap between your good taste and your developing skills. Featured data visualization by Jane Pong perfectly illustrates how dense data can still be designed in a clean and engaging way, and I take notes from her to remake my viz f...
25: How to Design a More Inviting Data Viz - Featured Data Visualization by Sarah Bartlett
August 14, 2018 10:00 - 15 minutes - 21.4 MBHow can you create a data viz that feels inviting to your reader? Host Alli Torban explores the specific design elements that can offer your reader an enjoyable experience. Featured data visualization by Sarah Bartlett perfectly demonstrates how investing in an inviting design can lead to a pleasant, informative, and memorable experience. Show Notes Sarah's Website Sarah on Twitter Data Viz Today on Twitter
24: [Mini] 3 Questions to Ask Yourself Before You Viz for Free
August 07, 2018 10:00 - 11 minutes - 16 MBHave you ever heard these words? "We don't have a budget for this work, but we can offer you exposure!" Whether you're more in the graphic design camp or the data journalism camp, you'll probably run up against this at some point in your freelancing journey. In this episode, I offer 3 questions to ask yourself before agreeing to do data viz work for free so that you can protect your time and engage in projects that are truly a win-win. Show Notes Follow Data Viz Today on Twitter Follow...
23: How to Visualize Streaks for Pattern Analysis and Perspective - Featured Data Visualization by Frank Elavsky
July 31, 2018 10:00 - 12 minutes - 17.8 MBHow can visualizing streaks in your data help you find patterns and gain perspective? Host Alli Torban dives into specific ways you can see your data in a new way by highlighting the period of time that something is happening - a streak. Featured data visualization by Frank Elavsky perfectly demonstrates how streaks are not only beautiful but can also reveal patterns and new questions. Show Notes Article with Viz Frank on Twitter Data Viz Today on Twitter
22: [Mini] How My Design Process Has Improved Since Episode #1
July 24, 2018 10:00 - 11 minutes - 16.4 MBHow has my data viz design process changed over the past 5 months? Well, it was pretty non-existent to start with, but after interviewing 20 top data viz designers, I've learned a lot and now have a much more defined design process. In this episode, I share my current 7-step process and would love to hear what yours is like so we can learn from each other! Show Notes Data Viz Today Twitter Data Viz Today Instagram
21: How to Gain Insights by Identifying Intervals in Your Line Chart - Featured Data Visualization by Ben Jones
July 17, 2018 10:00 - 12 minutes - 16.9 MBHow can segmenting your line chart into intervals help you gain insights into your data? Host Alli Torban dives into specific ways you can visually break up your line chart into intervals as a way to quickly see your data from a different perspective. Example questions you could answer: Which marketing campaign had the greatest effect on sales? Does varying the basketball shot clock length change how many points are scored? Featured data visualization by Ben Jones perfectly models how this t...
20: How to Use Isochrone Maps for Art or Advanced Analysis - Featured Data Visualization by Topi Tjukanov
July 10, 2018 10:00 - 12 minutes - 16.6 MBWhat are isochrone maps and how can you use them for advanced analysis or data art? Host Alli Torban dives into specific ways you can create and use isochrones for personal or work challenges. Featured data visualization project by Topi Tjukanov perfectly models how isochrones can bring out interesting insights. Show Notes Topi's Website Topi's Twitter Data Viz Today Twitter
19: [Mini] How to See Your Data Viz With Fresh Eyes
July 03, 2018 10:00 - 6 minutes - 8.52 MBHow can you see your data viz with fresh eyes? Host Alli Torban dives into specific ways you can view your work from a new perspective when you're short on time! Show Notes Download the Printable Follow Data Viz Today on Twitter
18: How to Start a Passion Project That Hones Your Skills & Opens New Doors - Featured Data Visualization by Amy Cesal
June 26, 2018 10:00 - 13 minutes - 19.1 MBHow can you start your own data viz passion project that hones your skills and opens the door to new opportunities? Host Alli Torban dives into specific ways you can find and execute a passion project that brings you joy and growth. Featured data visualization project by Amy Cesal perfectly models how a passion project can be fun, bring new opportunities, and grow your skills! Show Notes Amy's Website Amy's Twitter Data Viz Today's Twitter
17: 3 Ways to Amp-Up Your Scatter Plot! Featured Data Visualization by Maarten Lambrechts
June 19, 2018 10:00 - 10 minutes - 14.6 MBHow can you take your scatter plot to the next level? Host Alli Torban dives into 3 ways you can layer onto a scatter plot to enhance your reader’s understanding of the data. Show Notes Maarten's Website Maarten's Twitter Data Viz Today's Twitter
16: How to Persuade & Set Goals Using Simulations - Featured Data Visualization by Gabrielle LaMarr LeMee
June 12, 2018 10:00 - 13 minutes - 18.9 MBHow can visualizations help people make decisions and set goals? Use a simulation/what-if analysis and visualize the results! Host Alli Torban dives into why simulations are so powerful in persuading people and how to know if your client could benefit from a what-if visualization! Show notes Gabrielle's Website Gabrielle's Twitter Data Viz Today Twitter
15: 3 Things I Learned From The Economist Data Team - Featured Data Visualization by The Economist Data Team
June 05, 2018 10:00 - 14 minutes - 20.5 MBWhat can we learn from the top-notch Data Team at the Economist? Host Alli Torban dives into the 3 things that she learned from their team as they put together their predictive model for the U.S. midterm elections. (Hint: the complexities of predictive model building, visualizing uncertainty, and annotations!) Shownotes The Economist's Midterm Election Predictive Model Follow The Economist's Data Team on Twitter Follow Data Viz Today on Twitter
14: How to Use Visual Metaphor to Evoke Emotion - Featured Data Visualization by Valentina D'Efilippo
May 22, 2018 10:00 - 14 minutes - 19.5 MBHow can you use visual metaphor to evoke emotion? Host Alli Torban dives into specific ways to find a visual metaphor that's right for your data. Featured data viz by Valentina D'Efilippo models how to use visual metaphor to create a beautiful, meaningful, and memorable data viz. Shownotes Valentina's Website Follow Valentina on Twitter Follow Data Viz Today on Twitter
13: How to Enhance Your Portfolio with Maps - Featured Data Visualization by Hyemi Song
May 15, 2018 10:00 - 10 minutes - 15 MBHow can you enhance your portfolio with maps? Host Alli Torban dives into specific ways to get started making your own maps! Featured data viz by Hyemi Song models how to use a beautifully styled map to show emerging spatial patterns. Course: “Make Your First Custom Map in Under 30 Minutes” Show Notes Hyemi's Website Follow Hyemi on Twitter Follow Data Viz Today on Twitter