Do you ever dread that journal review request hitting your inbox—worried you’ll either spend way too long on it or, worse, become Reviewer 2 in the process? Hey co-authors! In this episode, we’re talking about how to review other people’s work without becoming Reviewer 2, the condescending, nitpicky, or ego-driven academic villain we’ve all encountered (and, if we’re honest, sometimes accidentally-on-purpose have been). You’ll learn how bad reviewers erode the culture of scholarship and discourage innovation, and how to avoid falling into those traps yourself. In this episode, you’ll learn how to: Recognize and replace toxic review habits with constructive, ethical ones. Match your level of feedback to where the manuscript actually is to protect your time. Write feedback that’s direct but humane—firm without being cruel. Set clear limits for how many reviews you’ll do and how much energy you’ll give. We’ll also talk about what good reviewing looks like and how to make sure you can do your best to review generously, critically, and responsibly without losing your empathy or your sanity. Want to Connect? Email: publishingacademicresearch@gmail.com LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/c-kyle-rudick-59a040a7 Schedule a Free, 30-Minute Consultation: https://calendly.com/publishingacademicresearch/30min