In this episode, Dr. Alejandro Hernandez discusses his journey in academia, starting from his motivation for pursuing a PhD to his experiences as a postdoctoral fellow. He reflects on the complexities and challenges within academia, particularly regarding the neo-liberalization of education and the hierarchies present within institutions. Dr. Hernandez shares insights on his research projects and the structural barriers that impact the ability to conduct research in Canada. He also highlights issues related to faculty hiring practices in sociology departments, emphasizing the preference for non-Canadian candidates over Canadian ones.
