In Conversation With… is a dynamic podcast where we engage in candid and thought-provoking conversations with PhD candidates, graduates, thought leaders, and experts from diverse fields. Join us as we explore a wide range of topics, including finding balance amidst academic and personal demands, navigating the mental health journey during the PhD process, uncovering the unspoken structural issues within universities, and addressing gatekeeping challenges. With each episode, we offer deep insights, practical advice, and inspiring stories to empower listeners on their own PhD journey and beyond. Whether you’re a current PhD student, a recent graduate, or simply curious about the world of academia and life post-PhD, this podcast is your go-to resource for navigating the complexities and opportunities of the academic and professional landscape
In Conversation With… is a dynamic podcast where we engage in candid and thought-provoking conversations with PhD candidates, graduates, thought leaders, and experts from diverse fields. Join us as we explore a wide range of topics, including finding balance amidst academic and personal demands, navigating the mental health journey during the PhD process, uncovering the unspoken structural issues within universities, and addressing gatekeeping challenges. With each episode, we offer deep insights, practical advice, and inspiring stories to empower listeners on their own PhD journey and beyond. Whether you’re a current PhD student, a recent graduate, or simply curious about the world of academia and life post-PhD, this podcast is your go-to resource for navigating the complexities and opportunities of the academic and professional landscape
In this episode Dr. Palesa Nqambaza takes us through her post PhD journey. After years of focusing on completing the PhD, one can forget what it is to fully live outside the PhD. From identity crisis, to toxic academic culture and navigating life after the PhD - we pretty much discuss it all.