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, the mic is turned as Keo Mbebe interviews me about my research on governance, democracy, and public perceptions in Africa. We discuss how everyday experiences shape democratic perceptions, the type of democrat emerging in Africa, and whether democracy is truly working for its people. From elections in SADC to the role of governance in shaping civic engagement, this conversation unpacks the complexities of African democracy beyond indexes and international rankings.