Staying up to date with the latest advancements in data science is crucial if you want to have a successful career. There are different ways to keep yourself up to date, whether by attending conferences, following data science leaders on Twitter, reading blogs and research papers, or following data science channels on YouTube. One way that helped me stay on track is by listening to data science podcasts. I find myself tuning in when I am in the gym, hiking, or in the car. In this article, I will list the 4 podcasts that I listen to most, and I highly recommend you check them out for yourself. Before I start, I would like to remind you to check out my article from last week, where I talk about the 5 YouTubers I follow and help me break into the industry. Check out the link below:
1.) Towards Data Science
The Towards Data Science podcast is on top of my list. I really enjoy Jeremie Harris, who is the host of the show. His guests are quality, and you really learn tons from the episodes. What I like a lot about Jeremie is the fact that he explains certain terms or concepts in the middle of a show that many people aren’t familiar with so that you can follow the discussion easier. In addition to that, you can also watch the episodes on YouTube. Jeremie is the Co-Founder of SharpestMinds, and he definitely got me hooked to the podcast. My favorite episodes are where he discusses AI ethics. See below the link for one of the latest episodes on YouTube and check it out for yourself.
In addition to that, I have also provided the apple podcast link so you can have a look at the topics of all the different episodes.
2.) IBM Making Data Simple
Second, on my list is the podcast called Making Data Simple from IBM. Al Martin, the host, is currently the Global VP, Expert Labs Development Services, Cloud and Cognitive Software at IBM. Before that, he was the VP of Data and A.I. Development at IBM. Al discusses the latest ideas on big data & A.I in his shows, and he is super knowledgeable. I really like Al because he really digs in deep to get the right information from the questions he asks his guests. If you are interested, check out the link below to learn more about the podcasts.
3.) Data Skeptic
Another podcast that I highly encourage you all to look into is called Data Skeptic. It is a weekly podcast covering various topics in Data Science, statistics, machine learning, and A.I. The host of this show is Kyle Polich, who is very knowledgeable. He also does a great job of asking the right questions and does really well simply explaining the concepts. I also like the variety of topics that are being discussed in his shows. If you are interested in learning more about his podcast, check out the link below.
4.) The TWIML AI Podcast
The TWIML AI podcast started in 2016 and is by now one of the big players in the field. Sam Charrington, the host, is an expert in business and consumer application of machine learning and AI. In addition to that, he focuses on bringing AI-powered products to market. This is also a weekly podcast, and the majority of the episodes are about Machine Learning & AI. This podcast has been around for a long time, and it has released 500+ episodes. In addition to that, it has a big community, so I definitely recommend you checking them out. Like the Towards Data Science Podcast, you also have the option to watch the episodes on YouTube.
The TWIML AI Podcast (This Week in Machine Learning and AI Podcast)
Final Words:
When I started listening to data science podcasts, I was only aware of the Towards Data Science podcast. Thanks to my colleagues, I got introduced to many different shows, and I have to say that the 4 that I have listed above are definitely the ones I have learned most from. The hosts make a big difference, and each one of them is very good in their own ways, making it enjoyable to switch the shows around from time to time. I try to tune in at least once a week. It really helps me stay up to date with the latest in the field, and you definitely learn a lot. As I mentioned at the beginning of this article, there are various ways of keeping yourself updated. Listening to the above-mentioned podcasts is definitely one way you can’t go wrong with it.
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