Many of the challenges thrown up by early 19th Century efforts at data collection remain relevant to us in an era of omnipresent data. In this inaugural podcast, Tom Scotto talks to Dr. Michela Hulme, a historian, and genealogist who utilizes the UK censuses of the 19th Century in her research.

Discussion focuses on challenges faced in initial data generation and collection efforts, early political controversies, and how these Victorian pioneers speak to current issues.