The Power of Public Opinion Data with Darrell Bricker of Ipsos
On this episode, host Sima Vasa speaks with Darrell Bricker , Chief Executive Officer, Public Affairs at Ipsos . They discuss the evolving landscape of public opinion research, the role of emotional connection in politics, and the shifting global demographics shaping our future. Key Takeaways: (02:30) Mentorship and opportunity shape a meaningful career in polling. (05:01) Public affairs research centers on understanding citizens, not consumers. (06:58) Global polling now offers real-time insights into worldwide issues. (08:43) Mobile phones enable global polling access, even in remote areas. (10:28) Decline in deference empowers citizens to challenge authority. (12:56) Political volatility rises as traditional party loyalty declines. (15:04) Constant skepticism in research strengthens accuracy and reliability. (16:29) Emotional connection now outweighs rationality in political appeal. (19:21) A public affairs career thrives on social science and global curiosity. (22:13) Global population is set to peak mid-century, then decline rapidly. (25:42) Urbanization and women’s evolving roles contribute to lower birth rates. Resources Mentioned: Ipsos Empty Planet: The Shock of Global Population Decline Thanks for listening to the Data Gurus podcast, brought to you by Infinity Squared. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a 5-star review to help get the word out about the show, and be sure to subscribe so you never miss another insightful conversation. #Analytics #MA #Data #Strategy #Innovation #Acquisitions #MRX #Restech #publicopinion