Making sense of the census

Have you ever had the feeling of lying awake at night, unable to get to sleep? Many of us know what it is like to struggle with sleep, especially if we have drunk too much tea or coffee before bed! But did you know that your sleep quality can be affected by other parts of your di ... Show More

Many of us own jewellery or other items that are gold coloured, but do you own anything that is made from real gold? Gold is a precious metal, which means that there is a limited supply in the world. This not only makes it expensive, but also means that it holds a relatively stab ... Show More

In recent generations many people have chosen to stop drinking alcohol. Surveys from the UK suggest that 16 to 24-year-olds are more likely to be non-drinkers than the older generations. Many people are sharing their experience of drinking less alcohol or being completely sober o ... Show More

Census returns are among the most popular records used by family historians and other researchers, but many of us give little thought as to what went on behind the scenes every time a census was taken. This talk explores the creation of the census, with the mass organisation of e ... Show More

The census 2021 drops on doorsteps. Mathematician Dr Hannah Fry tells us why it’s so important. And it’s Pym’s o’clock on Newscast as our health editor Hugh Pym, and his art teacher brother Will Pym, come together to talk through the first week back at school.Studio Director: Emm ... Show More

Right now, the U.S. Census Bureau is trying to count every single person living in the country. It's a complex undertaking with enormous stakes. But some people are very afraid of how that information will be used by the government — especially given how it's been misused in the ... Show More

<p>While most Americans have heard of the U.S. Census and understand that it is designed to count every resident in the United States every 10 years, many may not realize that the Census’s role goes far beyond the allocation of seats in Congress. </p> <p>For this episode, we invi ... Show More

<div class="">On this episode of SimplyPodLogical, Cristine and Ben interview their boss Anil Arora, the head of Statistics Canada, about the Census of Population, how Census data is used, why it matters, and what Statistics Canada thinks about Cristine's Internet personality. </ ... Show More

<p>Michael C. Cook Sr., chief of the Public Information Office at the U.S. Census Bureau, and Dr. Steven Dillingham, Director for the U.S. Census Bureau offer up their words of advice for the Class of 2020, and explain the importance of being counted in the 2020 Census.</p><p> </ ... Show More

Talking about nationality and what part of the country one comes from. 

The Census Bureau released its once-in-a-decade data today that will impact elections for years to come. CNN National Correspondent Kristen Holmes breaks down the toplines–what they’ll mean for both parties for 2022 and beyond. With the thin majority in the House, the stakes are ... Show More