Betsy Mason's guest appearances

Betsy Mason

Feisty Side of Fifty

Data Journalism Conversations

Donald Trump

Dorie Clark

Mary Higgins Clark

Brad Meltzer

Raymond Moody

Michael Bungay Stanier

Laura Berman

Rachel Hollis

Gretchen Rubin

Michael Greger

Katherine Johnson

Steven Gundry

Josh Axe

Tim Harford

Mark Anthony Dyson

OwlTail

In the latest episode of our Conversations with Data podcast, we spoke with science journalist and author Betsy Mason about how journalists can effectively use maps to help visualise stories. She also explains how bad design, geographical quirks and perceptual illusions can confuse audiences, particularly when it comes to election maps.

Episode 17: Conversation with Betsy Mason

We boomers know that one of the best ways to keep our minds active and sharp is by learning new and fascinating information. That’s why I’m especially looking forward to introducing our guest today, Betsy Mason, and her topic: ALL OVER THE MAP.In addition to being a map enthusiast, Betsy is an award-winning science journalist based in the San Francisco Bay Area. She was the former science editor for Wiredmagazine and is currently writing a science column for the Contra Costa Times.  Betsy joins us today to share all about one of the most beautiful and fascinating books I’ve ever seen. It’s called: ALL OVER THE MAP: A Cartographic Odysseyand is published by National Geographic… so you know the book will be both visually stunning and filled with all sorts of interesting information.So take 10 minutes, listen to what Betsy has to say and let your expand your mind and your horizons by being ALL OVER THE MAP!

We boomers know that one of the best ways to keep our minds active and sharp is by learning new and fascinating information. That’s why I’m especially looking forward to introducing our guest today, Betsy Mason, and her topic: ALL OVER THE MAP. In addition to being a map enthusiast, Betsy is an award-winning science journalist based in the San Francisco Bay Area. She was the former science editor for Wiredmagazine and is currently writing a science column for the Contra Costa Times.   Betsy joins us today to share all about one of the most beautiful and fascinating books I’ve ever seen. It’s called: ALL OVER THE MAP: A Cartographic Odysseyand is published by National Geographic… so you know the book will be both visually stunning and filled with all sorts of interesting information. So take 10 minutes, listen to what Betsy has to say and let your expand your mind and your horizons by being ALL OVER THE MAP!

National Geographic: ALL OVER THE MAP With Betsy Mason