In this episode of the Data Career Podcast, Avery chats with Josh Starmer, PhD, also known as ‪@statquest‬ on YouTube, about the common fear of math and statistics, and how to overcome it.

They delve into Josh's journey from hating math to becoming a beloved statistics YouTuber, his unique approach to making complex statistical concepts accessible, and the importance of understanding one's learning style.

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Timestamps:

01:54 Learning Styles and Overcoming Math Fear
07:03 The Illustrated Guide to Machine Learning: A MustRead
21:55 The Practicality of Statistics: Learning by Doing
28:07 The Birth of StatQuest: Transforming Teaching with YouTube
33:27 Learning in Public: The Impact of Sharing Knowledge

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