Data is all around us, from how hot a city sidewalk gets to how many people use a park on a weekend. How does Raleigh use this data to improve city services? Join us for an enlightening episode as we explore the innovative ways data is being utilized to enhance life in the City of Raleigh. Your host, Dan Bagley, is joined by three special guests: Jim Alberque, GIS and Emerging Technology Manager at the City of Raleigh, Dr. Bonnie Brown, Chief Data Officer at Wake County, and Dr. Aric LaBarr, Associate Professor of Analytics at NC State University. Together, they discuss how data about the city's infrastructure and services is transforming the way Raleigh operates and serves its residents. Tune in to hear about the innovative projects these experts are working on, the partnerships they've formed to leverage data for community benefit, and real-life examples of data-driven decisions.  Whether you're a data enthusiast, a Raleigh resident, or simply curious about the role of data in local government, this episode offers valuable insights and engaging stories about how data is shaping our City of Oaks. RESOURCES: Online Mapping Applications from The City of Raleigh GIS: https://raleighnc.gov/apps-maps-and-open-data/services/online-mapping-applications Mapping Urban Heat Islands: https://raleighnc.gov/climate-action-and-sustainability/services/mapping-urban-heat-islands  Big Ideas Raleigh is powered by the City of Raleigh Communications and Strategy and Innovation Departments, hosted by Dan Bagley, and produced by Dr. Sarah Glova and Earfluence.