The Storytellers
Join me, Shazeera Zawawi as we embark on a fascinating journey with a diverse cast of storytellers ; from authors to social activists and documentary filmmakers to data artists. In each episode, we dive into their unique crafts, exploring their thoughts and approaches that make a compelling narrative, regardless of the medium.
How does a playwright build tension that we can apply to a dynamic dashboard? What can a photographer teach us about highlighting key insights in a complex dataset? How does a musician's use of rhythm inform the pacing of a data-driven presentation?
Through insightful interviews, practical takeaways, and a spirit of curious inquiry, The Storytellers aim to inspire and equip you to transform raw data into impactful, memorable, and human-centered stories. Whether you're a data professional looking to elevate your visualizations, a creative seeking new perspectives, or simply someone who appreciates a good story, this podcast is for you.
The Storytellers
Episode 5: Elliott Fery and Frederic Fery - How Cycling and Data Can Drive Change
I am excited to have Elliott Fery and his father, the formidable Frederic Fery as my guests for this episode. What an inspiring duo! We chatted about Elliott's remarkable 15-month cycling journey from France to China to raise funds for a charity called Limbs 4 Life. The conversation gave me a glimpse of Elliot's experiences and challenges across different countries, and Frederic's motivation in creating a Tableau dashboard to track his son's progress. We also discussed the importance of visual storytelling and the universal language of kindness (and maybe distress?), while highlighting the broader mission of Data Change Makers, Frederic's new initiative to support non-profit organizations through data visualization.
To learn more about Limbs 4 Life : https://www.limbs4life.org.au/
- To donate to the cause: https://www.gofundme.com/f/10000km-for-10000-for-amputees-in-need
- To follow Elliot's journey via Frederic's Tableau dashboard: http://bit.ly/4ko7KIh
Take a listen and enjoy!
NOTE: This episode was recorded on 31 May 2025. Frederic and Elliott had already completed the last leg of the journey in Brisbane by the time this podcast is released.
