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Beyond the Thesis With Papa PhDBuilding Your Post-PhD Career: Networking Tips and More With Isabelle KohlerIn this episode of Beyond the Thesis with Papa PhD, host David Mendes is joined by Isabelle Koller, an assistant professor at VU Amsterdam and the founder of NextMinds. Isabelle shares her passion for helping early career researchers navigate the complexities of academia, from enhancing their well-being during their PhDs to planning the next steps in their careers. Throughout the conversation, Isabelle and David explore the challenges facing PhD students, particularly as they look to transition into industry or other sectors beyond academia. They talk about the importance of starting career exploration early, the value of networking, and practical...2025-04-101h 18
Beyond the Thesis With Papa PhDPapa PhD Gold 001: The Hidden Benefits of Science Communication for ResearchersWelcome to a brand-new Beyond the Thesis with Papa PhD experience – the “Papa PhD Gold” format, where we dive into a past episode of the show to explore the intersection of science, communication, and personal growth as a researcher. In this episode, we are joined by Elodie Chabrol, a passionate advocate for science communication and a scientist who emphasizes the importance of stepping back to view the “big picture” in research. Elodie and David Mendes discuss how engaging in science communication can transform a scientist’s approach to their work and career, from applying for grants to improving public engagement s...2025-03-0607 minBeyond the Thesis With Papa PhDCuriosity – The Cornerstone of PhD Career Exploration With Ashley MosesWelcome to another episode of Beyond the Thesis With Papa PhD! In this positivity-charged conversation, we’re joined by Ashley Moses, a PhD candidate in neurosciences at Stanford University. Ashley is not only advancing her own research but she’s also created a precious resource, for herself and for her fellow graduate students – PhD Paths – where she shares the journey and career paths of over a hundred PhDs she’s interviewed and who have transitioned into non-academic jobs. During our conversation, you will learn about the importance of professional development during the PhD journey, about the power of networking, and the ab...2025-02-2757 minBeyond the Thesis With Papa PhDPhD Job Hunt Best Practices With Claudia BelliveauWelcome to another episode of Beyond the Thesis With Papa PhD!In this episode of Beyond the Thesis with Papa PhD, your host David Mendes sits down for a meaningful chat with Claudia, who just wrapped up her PhD and is now stepping into the pharmaceutical industry. They explore Claudia's experiences during her time in graduate school, including her struggles with impostor syndrome, and the proactive steps she took to get ready for life after her thesis. David and Claudia dive into the significance of networking, the art of telling your story in job applications, and the crucial but sometimes...2025-02-131h 17
Adverse ReactionsBoom! When Evolutionary Biology and Toxicology CollideNoah Whiteman, PhD, a professor at UC Berkeley, shares his unique perspective on toxins, stemming from his background in entomology and plant-insect interactions. He explores how toxins impact the ecology and evolution of various organisms, from insects to humans, with co-hosts Anne Chappelle, PhD, and David Faulkner, PhD.About the GuestNoah Whiteman, PhD, is Professor of Genetics, Genomics, Evolution, and Development in the Department of Molecular & Cell Biology and the Department of Integrative Biology at University of California (UC) Berkeley. His laboratory focuses on understanding why and how organisms deploy toxins as weapons...2025-01-0628 min
Adverse ReactionsCardiovascular Risks from Low-Level Metal MixturesSometimes negative results can be just as interesting as positive ones. Nivetha Subramaniam, a student at McGill University, discusses her research regarding the potential cardiovascular risks from exposure to mixtures of arsenic and cadmium with co-hosts Anne Chappelle, PhD, and David Faulkner, PhD.About the GuestNivetha Kamalavannan Subramaniam is a PhD student at McGill University in Canada. She is the recipient of the McGill Dr. Morris Karmazyn and Dr. Margaret P. Moffat Fellowship in Cardiovascular Research. The title of her PhD thesis project is "The Pro-atherogenic Effects of Arsenic and Cadmium Mixtures."2024-12-3027 min
Adverse ReactionsTox in Your BackyardFrom Superfund remediation sites near neighborhoods to wartime combat zones, toxicology is everywhere, which is why many states employ toxicologists on their public health teams. Co-hosts Anne Chappelle, PhD, and David Faulkner, PhD, speak with Julie Miller, PhD, Public Health Toxicologist for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, about the impacts of stress and environmental exposures on public health.About the GuestJulie Miller, PhD, Public Health Toxicologist, Pennsylvania Department of Public Health, is a board-certified toxicologist with primary training and expertise in analytical chemistry, in vitro and alternative methods, toxicology study design, data analysis and...2024-12-2327 min
Adverse ReactionsToxicology Is a Team Sport: The Science of Working TogetherDid you know that there are scientists who study teamwork? Co-hosts Anne Chappelle, PhD, and David Faulkner, PhD, DABT, speak with Stephen Fiore, PhD, Director, Cognitive Sciences Laboratory, about the art and science of working in teams and what you can do to improve teamwork in your lab, department, etc.About the GuestStephen M. Fiore, PhD, is Director, Cognitive Sciences Laboratory, and Professor with the University of Central Florida's Cognitive Sciences Program in the Department of Philosophy and School of Modeling, Simulation, and Training. He maintains a multidisciplinary research interest that incorporates aspects...2024-12-1626 min
Adverse ReactionsPipping the Scales with ZebrafishFish on treadmills? Lisa Truong, PhD, MBA, Oregon State University, discusses the unique ways that they test exposure effects using zebrafish. Co-hosts Anne Chappelle, PhD, and David Faulkner, PhD, also ask her about the benefits of having an MBA as a scientist.About the GuestThe overall goal of Lisa Truong's research program is to utilize the zebrafish model to help build computational predictive toxicity models. Secondarily, she aims to move the field to be less reliant on animal testing and to conduct toxicity-testing based on toxicity pathways. Dr. Truong has a...2024-12-0925 min
Adverse ReactionsHigh Intensity Sweeteners with a Sugar CzarWhether its found in nature or composed by chemists a sweetener undergoes the same evaluations, according to Corey Scott, PhD, Principal Nutritionist, Cargill. Dr. Scott explains to co-hosts Anne Chappelle, PhD, and David Faulkner, PhD, how all sweeteners must be able to replace multiple properties inherit in sugar, such as taste, nutritional content, and binding properties.About the GuestCorey Scott, PhD, is a Principal Nutrition Scientist with Cargill in Minneapolis, Minnesota, where he leads global nutritional research on sweeteners and carbohydrates. Prior to this role, he was Global Nutrition Manager for Lipid Nutrition...2024-11-2528 minBeyond the Thesis With Papa PhDOutside the Box Career Paths Post-PhD With Sara ThompsonJoin the Beyond the Thesis Skool community!
Welcome to another episode of Beyond the Thesis with Papa PhD, the podcast that explores unconventional career paths for PhD graduates.!
In today's episode, titled "Outside-the-Box Career Paths Post-PhD," our host David Mendes sits down with Sara Thompson, a seasoned public speaking coach and nonprofit professional. During the conversationm, Sara shares her inspiring journey from academia to the nonprofit sector, shedding light on the challenges and transitions faced by PhD holders when academic roles are limited.
Sara's story is a testament to the power of transferable skills and the importance of expanding your...2024-11-211h 01
Adverse ReactionsLittle Zombie ParasitesCo-hosts Anne Chappelle and David Faulkner speak with William J. Sullivan, PhD, Showalter Professor of Pharmacology & Toxicology and Professor of Microbiology & Immunology with the Indiana University School of Medicine, about toxic parasites lying dormant in your brain and the power and importance of science communication.About the GuestBill Sullivan, PhD, has been studying the intracellular parasite Toxoplasma gondii since he was a graduate student in the laboratory of Dr. David Roos at the University of Pennsylvania in 1994. He completed postdoctoral fellowships with Dr. Chuck Smith at ELANCO (a division of Eli Lilly, Co...2024-11-1837 min
Beyond the Thesis With Papa PhDHorizon PhD – Le conseil scientifique dans un ministère avec Darine AmeyedCette semaine, j'ai le plaisir de partager avec toi ma récente conversation avec Darine Ameyed dans le cinquème épisode épisode de la série spéciale "Horizon PHD".Au cours de notre conversation, Darine, qui est actuellement cheffe intelligence artificielle et automatisation au Ministère des transports et de la mobilité durable (MTMD), partage son parcours académique et professionnel riche et ses perspectives sur l'impact de la science au-delà du milieu académique.Ensemble, nous avons exploré l'impact tangible que peuvent avoir les projets IA sur la communauté qui nous entoure et l'importance de la collaboration intersectorielle dans ce type...2024-11-1249 min
Au-delà de la thèse avec Papa PhDHorizon PhD – Le conseil scientifique dans un ministère avec Darine AmeyedCette semaine, j’ai le plaisir de partager avec toi ma récente conversation avec Darine Ameyed dans le cinquème épisode épisode de la série spéciale “Horizon PHD”.
Au cours de notre conversation, Darine, qui est actuellement cheffe intelligence artificielle et automatisation au Ministère des transports et de la mobilité durable (MTMD), partage son parcours académique et professionnel riche et ses perspectives sur l’impact de la science au-delà du milieu académique.
Ensemble, nous avons exploré l’impact tangible que peuvent avoir les projets IA sur la communauté qui nous entoure et l’impor...2024-11-1249 min
Beyond the Thesis With Papa PhDHorizon PhD – Être scientifique en résidence dans le municipal avec Hyppolite DansouDans cet épisode d’Horizon PhD, je m'entretiens avec Hyppolite Dansou, scientifique en résidence à la ville de Sherbrooke. Avec lui, je découvre comment se passe une journée typique pour un scientifique en résidence et Hyppolite explique comment son profil de PhD l'a préparé à ce rôle en raison de sa formation passée et de son expérience avec les municipalités.On a aussi discuté de la richesse des interactions d'Hyppolite avec divers acteurs du milieu ,unicipal et de l'importance d'adapter son travail aux priorités politiques locales.Ne manque pas cette plongée fascinante dans le...2024-11-0548 min
Au-delà de la thèse avec Papa PhDHorizon PhD – Être scientifique en résidence dans le municipal avec Hyppolite DansouDans cet épisode d’Horizon PhD, je m’entretiens avec Hyppolite Dansou, scientifique en résidence à la ville de Sherbrooke. Avec lui, je découvre comment se passe une journée typique pour un scientifique en résidence et Hyppolite explique comment son profil de PhD l’a préparé à ce rôle en raison de sa formation passée et de son expérience avec les municipalités.
On a aussi discuté de la richesse des interactions d’Hyppolite avec divers acteurs du milieu ,unicipal et de l’importance d’adapter son travail aux priorités politiques locales.
...2024-11-0548 min
Beyond the Thesis With Papa PhDFrom PhD to Program Management With Anca BodzerJoin the Papa PhD Skool community !
Welcome to Season 6 of "Beyond the Thesis With Papa PhD", the podcast where we dive deep into the journeys of individuals who have transitioned from academic pursuits to thriving careers in various industries. Today, we have a riveting episode featuring Anca Bodzer, a seasoned program manager specializing in the life sciences vertical. During the interview, Anca shares her insightful journey, transitioning from academia to the localization industry, and the valuable lessons she's learned along the way.In this episode, host David Mendes and Anca delve into the vital importance of authenticity and being genuine...2024-08-221h 04
Beyond the Thesis With Papa PhDPromoting Faculty Diversity: The PhD Project with Dr. Stephani MasonWelcome to Beyond the Thesis with Papa PhD! In today's episode, I'm thrilled to have Dr. Stephani Mason join us. Dr. Mason, an associate professor of accounting at DePaul University, is renowned for her impactful work on diversity and representation in academia and beyond. Today, we dive into the transformative impact of PhD programs on career paths and the vital role of researchers in non-academic settings and into the raison d'être of The PhD Project - pomoting diversity in faculty in the accounting/economics space. Join us as Dr. Mason shares insights on preparing individuals to utilize their talents f...2024-06-2753 min
Beyond the Thesis With Papa PhDPreparing For Life as a PhD With Sue AshfordWelcome to this insightful episode of Beyond the Thesis With Papa PhD, where we delve deep into the complexities of embracing life as a PhD and the broader challenges faced by those in academia, through the prism of our guest's research on high-performing professionals from the gig economy. In this episode I'm joined once again by the Professor Sue Ashford from the University of Michigan, whose prolific research on self-leadership and personal growth sheds light on the unique pressures and opportunities faced by independent workers. Our discussion pivots around the emotional and psychological facets of working outside traditional organizational frameworks—th...2024-04-2549 min
Beyond the Thesis With Papa PhDAvoiding Career Narrative Pitfalls as a PhD with Jonathan AdlerWelcome to a new episode of Beyond the Thesis With Papa PhD!In this episode, David is joined by Jonathan Adler, professor of psychology at Olin College of Engineering to explore the profound intersections of science, story-telling, and identity. Delve into the importance of selecting the right PhD program and lab, and discover Jonathan's unique perspective on understanding life's narrative through the concept of narrative identity.During the conversation, Jonathan shares his insights into the significant function of purpose in our personal stories, the master narratives we can find within academia, and the empowerment we can gain by considering and...2024-04-1150 min
Beyond the Thesis With Papa PhDHorizon PhD – Le conseil scientifique aux villes avec Julie-Maude NormandinBienvenue sur « Horizon PhD » - le balado qui explore des milieux insoupçonnés où tu peux mettre en valeur ton doctorat.Dans cet épisode, je t’emmène dans un univers très jeune - celui du conseil scientifique aux villes.Pour nous guider dans ce nouveau système où tu peux t'intégrer comme scientifique en résidence avec les FRQ, je t'apporte Julie-Maude Normandin - conseillère scientifique en chef à la ville de Longueil.
AvecJulie-Maude, on a parlé, entre autres :
De l'importance de la recherche et de l'innovation dans les administrations municipalesDu type de missions que porte Julie-Maude dans...2024-03-1433 min
Au-delà de la thèse avec Papa PhDHorizon PhD – Le conseil scientifique aux villes avec Julie-Maude NormandinBienvenue sur « Horizon PhD » - le balado qui explore des milieux insoupçonnés où tu peux mettre en valeur ton doctorat.Dans cet épisode, je t’emmène dans un univers très jeune - celui du conseil scientifique aux villes.Pour nous guider dans ce nouveau système où tu peux t'intégrer comme scientifique en résidence avec les FRQ, je t'apporte Julie-Maude Normandin - conseillère scientifique en chef à la ville de Longueil.
AvecJulie-Maude, on a parlé, entre autres :
De l'importance de la recherche et de l'innovation dans les administrations municipalesDu type de missions que porte Julie-Maude dans...2024-03-1433 min
Beyond the Thesis With Papa PhDCareer Cognitive Dissonance During the PhD With Gad SabbatierWelcome to a new collab episode of the PhD Dojo with The 2nd Lab.In this new episode of the PhD Dojo, Gad Sabbatier asks me about what I mean when I talk about cognitive dissonance about career prospects as it is experienced by graduate students.Join us in this new Dojo and write us at dissonance@papaphd.com if you have a cognitive dissonance story to share!
This episode’s resources:
The 2nd Lab | TwitterThe 2nd Lab | LinkedInThe 2nd Lab | WebsiteIf you find value in Papa PhD and in the content I bring you every week, click on one of...2024-02-2231 min
Beyond the Thesis With Papa PhDFlourishing in your PhD and Beyond With Amal AbuzeinabWelcome, friend! This week on Beyond the Thesis With Papa PhD, I'm bringing you a fascinating discussion on adaptation, resilience, and flourishing as a PhD with my guest - Amal Abuzeinab.
Dr Amal Abuzeinab is the Institute Head of Research Students (IHRS), Institute of Architecture, De Montfort University, UK. Amal is currently supervising 3 PhD students, supervised 4 PhD students successfully to completion, and examined 4 PhD students. She served as the Co-Faculty Head of Research Students (FHRS) for the faculty of Arts, Design, and Humanities between 2017-2020.
What we covered in the interview:
The importance of being flexible and adaptable during your r...2023-11-2351 min
Beyond the Thesis With Papa PhDPhD Dojo – A PhD and Then What? with Gad SabbatierWelcome to another collab episode of the PhD Dojo with The 2nd Lab.
In this new episode of the PhD Dojo, Gad Sabbatier and I chart the current PhD job market.
Join us in this new Dojo and write us if you have a PhD job to add to the list!
This episode’s resources:
The 2nd Lab | Twitter
The 2nd Lab | LinkedIn
The 2nd Lab | Website
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Leave a r...2023-11-0943 min
Beyond the Thesis With Papa PhDDebunking PhD Misconceptions with Merle van den AkkerIn this fourth episode of Season 5 of Beyond the Thesis with Papa PhD, I'm sharing with you my conversation about nagivating the PhD journey and avoiding misconceptions about the doctorate with Merle van den Akker.
Merle van den Akker finished a PhD in behavioural science and left academia to become an applied behavioural scientist in the financial services. She has blogged and written a book about her experiences inside and outside of academia, and how to make the most of both worlds!
What we covered in the interview:
Merle's early academic and professional journey Studying, interviewing, and deciding on a P...2023-09-2158 min
Beyond the Thesis With Papa PhDJuggling Side-Interests, Graduate School, and Your Personal Life During your PhD With Gertrude Nonterah (Rerun)Welcome to the first of four Beyond the Thesis Treasures from the Vault I am sharing with you this summer break! My great conversation with the Bold Biomed - Gertrude Nonterah.
My experience going through graduate school was mostly of graduate students being fully funded and working exclusively on their PhD, at least until the time came to write their thesis. But this is not the reality for everyone and in all domains of research.
In my conversation with Gertrude, she shared about her journey so far, about her side-hustles during graduate school, abouth her life balance and time management...2023-08-0343 min
Behavioral Grooves PodcastAll The Ways Into Behavioral Science (And No, You Don’t Need a PhD) | Merle Van Den AkkerThe world of applied behavioral science has never been better. So how do you get your foot in the door to have a career in the field? You may be surprised to learn that it doesn’t have to involve getting a PhD. Merle van den Akker discusses her career journey from academia into the corporate world, and what we can learn from it.
Merle van den Akker grew up in the Netherlands and studied in the UK before moving to Australia to start her current job at the Commonwealth Bank. Though she got a lot out of...2023-07-311h 01
Beyond the Thesis With Papa PhDPhD Dojo – Should I Do a Postdoc? with Gad SabbatierWelcome to another collab episode of the PhD Dojo with The 2nd Lab.
In this new episode of the PhD Dojo, I talk with Gad Sabbatier about the question of whether to embark on a postdoc or not after the PhD.
There are many variables to take into consideration when taking this decision, and Gad shares his own lessons learned from doing two postdocs as well as his experience working at the interface between research and R&D.
This episode’s resources:
The 2nd Lab | Twitter
The 2nd Lab | LinkedIn
The 2nd Lab | Website
If you find value in Papa PhD...2023-07-1351 min
Beyond the Thesis With Papa PhDWhen Time Comes to Leave Your PhD With Stephanie FuccioAre you deciding whether or stay in your PhD program or to leave? In this episode of Beyond the Thesis With Papa PhD, Stephanie Fuccio shares her experience of leaving her PhD program and the important lessons the experience taught her.Hear how she navigated the difficult decision of leaving, the impact on her mental health, and how she was able to write the next chapters of her professional life after leaving.Whether you are considering leaving your PhD or not, this episode offers insight and advice that is valuable to every graduate student.What we covered during our conversation: S...2023-06-1551 min
Beyond the Thesis With Papa PhDCommon Obstacles to Accelerating PhD Talent with Pradeep Kumar SacitharanThe PhD is an old institution, steeped in tradition and in compliance with a very structured set of rules. But what if, in the context of preparing for your career you could create your own rules?In this Papa PhD interview, I talk with Pradeep Kumar Sacitharan about his non-traditional academic and professional journey and ask him about his experience helping young graduates launch themselves into industry careers after graduate school.Reach out to me or to Pradeep using the links below, if you have any feedback or any questions for us.While you're here, I'll take the opportunity to...2023-05-0453 min
The PhD-to-Be PodcastEpisode 7: Reacting to "Why You Shouldn't Get a PhD" VideosIn Episode 7 of The PhD-to-Be podcast, we react to videos which argue why you shouldn't get a PhD. We reacted to "Why you shouldn't apply for a PhD" by Simon Clark, "Why I'm Not Getting a PhD (and Why Maybe You Shouldn't Either) by Chloe Landis, and "Should I Do a PhD? 5 Reasons NOT to Do A PhD!" by Dr. Hayley Stainton from YouTube. What reasons do you agree or disagree with? Let us know your thoughts! Email us at thephdtobepodcast@gmail.com2023-04-1947 min
Beyond the Thesis With Papa PhDPhD Dojo – Becoming an Entrepreneur During Your PhD With Gad SabbatierWelcome to another collab episode of the PhD Dojo with The 2nd Lab.
VIDEO
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KSjN2Ux41bE
In this new PhD Dojo episode, I pick Gad Sabbatier's brain about best practices when you want to turn your PhD into a business.
This is Gad's bread and butter, so don't miss this episode if you want to become an entrepreneur!
While you're here, I'll take the opportunity to announce that Papa PhD has joined the Podcast 2.0 initiative and is now set up to receive boosts from you, the listener! A boost is a value for v...2023-04-1358 min
The Metabolic LinkTommy Wood, MD, PhD | Optimizing Human Health & Cognition | The Metabolic Link Ep.12On this week’s episode of The Metabolic Link, host Dr. Dominic D’Agostino is sitting down with neuroscientist, Tommy Wood, MD, PhD, to discuss optimizing human health and cognitive function. In this interview, Dom explores a wide variety of fascinating topics with Dr. Wood. They uncover why cognitive demand may be important in preventing devastating neurological disorders like dementia, the importance of monitoring cardiovascular risk biomarkers including insulin, ApoB, homocysteine, and the potential benefit (or not) of using uric acid as a marker of health. They also explore the science of using the sauna, if Dr. Wood...2023-04-111h 55
Beyond the Thesis With Papa PhDLeaving Academia as a Philosophy PhD With Aaron KaganWhat place does a philosophy PhD have in the modern marketplace?In this Papa PhD interview, I explore this question with Aaron Kagan, philosophy PhD and staff user experience (UX) researcher at Google.Reach out to me or to Aaron using the links below, if you have any feedback or any questions for us.While you're here, I'll take the opportunity to announce that Papa PhD has joined the Podcasting 2.0 initiative and is now set up to receive boosts from you, the listener! A boost is a value for value (V4V) contribution in Satoshis (or Sats), the smallest existing Bi...2023-04-061h 05
Beyond the Thesis With Papa PhDThe State of the Post-PhD Job Market With Ashley RubaAre you ready for what comes after getting your degree? Or after your second or third postdoc? How does the job market treat PhDs today?
These are questions I had no answers to when I was finishing my PhD.
My guest this week - Ashley Ruba, PhD - has taken up the personal mission to keep asking tough questions to the post-PhD community, after living a transformational transition from her postdoc position to a working as a UX researcher for Meta Reality Labs.
Reach out to me or to Ashley using the links below, if you have any feedback or a...2023-02-161h 06
Beyond the Thesis With Papa PhDTime Management During the PhD with Gad SabbatierWelcome to another collab episode of the PhD Dojo with The 2nd Lab.
VIDEO
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NSLcy6gYJ9s
In this new PhD Dojo episode, Gad Sabbatier and I share our advice on something that is a challenge for a lot of us - time management.
Do you struggle doing all you want to fit in a day? In a week? Then this episode is for you, as Gad Sabbatier and I share our short- and long-term strategies to help you avoid feeling buffeted by the passage of time during your PhD.
While you're here, I'll t...2023-02-0938 min
Beyond the Thesis With Papa PhDI’m in the middle of my PhD – What Should I Invest In If I Want a Private Sector Job? With The 2nd LabWelcome to another collab episode of the PhD Dojo with The 2nd Lab.
While you're here, I'll take the opportunity to announce that Papa PhD has joined the Podcast 2.0 initiative and is now set up to receive boosts from you, the listener! A boost is a value for value (V4V) contribution in Satoshis (or Sats), the smallest existing Bitcoin denomination.
All received boosts will get a shoutout on the show, in appreciation for your support.
Please check out the Fountain Podcast App that supports Podcast 2.0 initiatives and boost the show .
Also, I'd love to get to know you better. If...2023-01-1235 min
Beyond the Thesis With Papa PhDAre You a Sellout if You Leave Academia After Your PhD? With Jennifer PolkWelcome to Season 4 of Papa PhD!To kick of this new season, I have the great pleasure of bringing you my recent conversation with someone I've been looking up to since before the launch of the podcast, someone who has been hard at work to help PhDs figure out their careers for a long time - Jen Polk or From PhD to Life!Join us on this conversation about a question many of you may have asked yourselves already: is leaving academia tantamount to being a sellout?
VIDEO
https://youtu.be/uFs7_zRHRIsJennifer Polk, PhD, is a career coach and...2022-09-0143 min
Beyond the Thesis With Papa PhDNetworking and Job Hunting as a PhD With Parag Mahanti (rerun)This week on Papa PhD, I'm bringing you another great conversation from Season 2 of the show.This interview was recorded during Thanksgiving, so you might hear some background noise throughout. But please bear with us, because the advice Parag shares is pure gold. For example, we talked about Parag's experience interviewing for jobs – early after his PhD, but also in his most recent career moves.
What you’ll learn about in this episode:
Not everyone that enrolls into a PhD is bound to do researchNot all temperaments thrive in the academic research timeframe, in terms of results and their impact on s...2022-08-251h 00
Beyond the Thesis With Papa PhDGérer le temps et le travail – PhD Dojo avec Sarah PerrierBienvenue à l'épisode 8 du PhD Dojo en français, avec Sarah Perrier, du podcast Plog de Thèse.
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https://youtu.be/4e_jU4ZjUfQEh oui... Le Dojo a fermé ses portes pendant quelques semaines, en partie parce que Sarah et moi avons été très occupés avec nos activités professionnelles - elle avec son doctorat, moi, entre autres, avec le lancement d'un nouveau projet entrepreneurial - l'agence PhDesign où, entre autres, je vais mettre à profit mes compétences en podcasting pour créer des ponts entre la recherche et la société.Aujourd'hui sur le podcast, Sarah et moi parl...2022-04-1517 min
Grad ChatPhD Career Transitions Beyond Academia w/ Holly Prescott, PhDThis week, we will be joined by Holly Prescott, PhD (she/her). Holly is currently the Careers Adviser for Postgraduate Researchers at the University of Birmingham (UK) and author of the new PhD Careers blog "PostGradual" (phd-careers.co.uk). She completed her PhD in English Literature at the University of Birmingham in 2011. Since completing her PhD, she gained four years experience in graduate student recruitment before moving over to postgraduate careers support. To aid this move, between 2014-16 she went back to studying part-time for a professional career guidance qualification. Outside of work, Holly keeps her literary interests alive...2022-02-1943 min
Beyond the Thesis With Papa PhDFirst Year PhD – Show Up and Avoid Tunnel VisionWelcome to the PhD Dojo!
In the 4th installment of the "First Year PhD" series, I share with you some mindset advice for making sure you have a healthy start to your PhD adventure.
Below, you'll find the full – edited to be read – transcript of the live taping of this episode.
VIDEO
https://youtu.be/zFtI_3QsMZo
FULL TRANSCRIPT
Hi ! Welcome to the PhD Dojo. Today's subject - Show up
If you've been following this series and the blueprint I've been laying out for you, at this point, you've charted your ideal journey, you've started to assemble your PhD village and y...2021-12-2003 min
Grad ChatTransitioning To A Postdoc w/ Ubadah Sabbagh, PhD & Kaela S. Singleton, PhDThis week, we will be joined by Ubadah Sabbagh, PhD (he/him) & Kaela S. Singleton, PhD (she/her)!
Dr Kaela S. Singleton is a Black, Samoan, Queer developmental neuroscientist and postdoc in Dr Victor Faundez's lab at Emory University. Her research focuses on the cellular and molecular signals that control neuron development in normal and disease states. She is also an adjunct faculty member in the Biology Department at Agnes Scott College and President-Elect and Co-Founder of Black In Neuro.
Dr Ubadah Sabbagh is a neuroscientist at the McGovern Institute at MIT, where he is...2021-12-1540 min
Beyond the Thesis With Papa PhDFirst Year PhD – Staying Healthy Within and WithoutWelcome to the PhD Dojo!
This week, I'm bringing you part four of the PhD Dojo series on tools and strategies to make the best out of your PhD experience. Today – Staying Healthy Within and Without, what three habits you need to nurture to stay balanced during grad school.
Below, you'll find the full – edited to be read – transcript of the live taping of this episode.
VIDEO
https://youtu.be/x9pwypEsluQ?sub_confirmation=1
FULL TRANSCRIPT
Welcome to the third installment of the PhD Dojo series titled “1st Year PhD”, where I share my mistakes, and lessons learned during my PhD.
In th...2021-12-0605 min
Beyond the Thesis With Papa PhDVivre et gérer le rebond professionnel en tant que PhD avec Raphaël CivadeContribue à la production de Papa PhD sur Patreon !
Ou ravitaille David en café :)
Cette semaine sur Papa PhD, je t'apporte ma récente conversation avec Raphaël Civade.
Au long de cette entrevue, dont le fil rouge est le rebond professionnel en tant que PhD sur le marché du travail, Raphaël partage son vécu et des conseils étayées sur les leçons qu'il a apprises depuis la conclusion de son doctorat.
Comme bonus, tu verras que Raphaël partage des trucs et astuces qui émanent de son expérience comme chasseur de têtes - donc sort ton bloc-notes...2021-12-0250 min
Beyond the Thesis With Papa PhDFirst Year PhD – Assembling the Expedition TeamWelcome to the PhD Dojo!
This week, I'm bringing you part three of the PhD Dojo series on tools and strategies to make the best out of your PhD experience. Today – Assembling the PhD Expedition Team, or how to ensure your PhD won't be a solitary endeavor and that you will have help and resources when you need them.
Below, you'll find the full – edited to be read – transcript of the live taping of this episode.
VIDEO
https://youtu.be/5cgvJZilcQU?sub_confirmation=1
FULL TRANSCRIPT
[00:00:00] Welcome to this new episode of the PhD Dojo by Papa PhD. Today's episode is called...2021-11-2209 min
Beyond the Thesis With Papa PhDMarketing Your Research Skills after the PhD with Alana RisterGet the Papa PhD Career Readiness Tool kit !
Building your brand? Improving your discoverability? Establishing a presence on social media? These are questions that are seldom covered in the context of graduate school and of the career development of young researchers.Do these questions pique your interest?This week, I'm bringing you my recent conversation with Alana Rister about how to market your skills after the PhD.
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sAwdQU4HK00?sub_confirmation=1Alana Rister earned her Ph.D. in Chemistry in 2019. Since then, she has been a postdoctoral scholar and research specialist.However, throughout A...2021-11-1853 min
Beyond the Thesis With Papa PhDFirst Year PhD – Avoiding the Pitfalls – PhD DojoWelcome to the PhD Dojo!This week, I'm starting a series on tools and strategies to make the best out of your PhD experience. Today – Things I would have loved to know when I started my PhD and that would have saved me a lot of headaches.Below, you'll find the full, edited to be read, transcript of the live taping of this episode.
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h24keeOwgRE?sub_confirmation=1
FULL TRANSCRIPT
[00:00:00] Today's episode is: "First Year PhD – Avoiding the Pitfalls".[00:00:05] In a space mission, there is one countdown, one launch, one destination, and no plac...2021-11-0811 min
Beyond the Thesis With Papa PhDGérer les peurs au doctorat – PhD Dojo avec Sarah PerrierContribue à la production de Papa PhD sur Patreon !
Ou ravitaille David en café :)
Bienvenue à l'épisode 2 du PhD Dojo en français, avec Sarah Perrier, du podcast Plog de thèse.Aujourd'hui, je Sarah et moi profitons de l'ambiance d'Halloween pour te parler de peur. Plus précisément, des peurs auxquelles il est fréquent de faire face pendant le doctorat.
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MFC6uSTTGic?sub_confirmation=1Prépare-toi à avoir très, très peur...Si tu veux participer à ces conversations, envoie-nous tes questions sur Patreon ou sur les réseaux sociaux (@plogdethese ou @papaphdpodcas...2021-11-0223 min
Beyond the Thesis With Papa PhDTools for PhD Career Readiness with Natalia BielczykWelcome to the PhD Dojo!This week, I have the pleasure of bringing you a conversation with friend of the show, Natalia Bielczyk.In this special episode of the dojo, Natalia will present us the tools she has created for PhDs looking to work on their career readiness, namely the Ontology of Value Test and the Masterclass for PhDs.
If you're ready to invest in becoming career ready, you're in luck, because friend of the show and founder of Ontology of Value Natalia Bielczyk, PhD has created The Ontology of Value Masterclass for PhDs – an intensive 6-week online workshop that wil...2021-10-2723 min
Beyond the Thesis With Papa PhDQuels chemins mènent au doctorat ? – PhD Dojo avec Plog de ThèseContribue à la production de Papa PhD sur Patreon !
Ou ravitaille David en café :)
Bienvenue à l'épisode 1 du PhD Dojo en français, avec Sarah Perrier, du podcast Plog de thèse.
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MFC6uSTTGic?sub_confirmation=1
Aujourd'hui, on se pose la question suivante : « Y a-t-il un seul chemin vers le doctorat ? ». Et pour y répondre, on se base sur l'expérience de David, de Sarah et d'autres invités passés sur Papa PhD.Si tu veux participer à ces conversations, envoie-nous tes questions sur Patreon ou sur les réseaux sociaux (@plogdethese ou @papaphdpodca...2021-10-1815 min
Beyond the Thesis With Papa PhDPhD Dojo – Presentation and Pitch with David MendesGet the Papa PhD Tool kit !
Welcome to the brand new Papa PhD segment! The PhD Dojo.
Every two weeks, David Mendes will bring you PhD news, answers to listener questions, humor in this new space, where the goal is to make you a black belt in all things related to career preparation as a PhD.
Today I'm just introducing the concept, so no need for a notepad. But be sureto get one in the future!
Happy listening!
This episode's resources:
David Mendes | LinkedIn
David Mendes | Instagram
David Mendes | Twitter
Looking forward to being in your ears !
If you liked...2021-10-1404 min
Beyond the Thesis With Papa PhDBeing a PhD, a father and an entrepreneur with Matthias HombauerGet the Papa PhD Tool kit !
On this episode, I will be bringing you my interview with International Rockstar Photographer, dadpreneur and coach Matthias Hombauer, PhD.
During our conversation, Matthias shares his experience in graduate school and shares how he dealt with the growing feeling that his future was not in research. Namely, we talk about how deep introspection and a strong focus on his mental health were instrumental in helping him find his career path.
Matthias has a Ph.D. in molecular biology but decided to follow his passions to become an music photographer (for Usher, The Prodigy, Iggy P...2021-10-0750 min
Beyond the Thesis With Papa PhDPhD Dojo – Présentation avec David Mendes et Sarah Perrier de Plog de ThèseTélécharge la "Boîte à outils pour le doctorat" maintenant !
Bienvenue sur le tout nouveau segment de Papa PhD! Le PhD Dojo.Toutes les deux semaines, Sarah Perrier, l'animatrice du podcast "Plog de Thèse", t'apporterons des actus sur le doctorat, des réponses à tes questions, des moments rigolos et un espace où l'objectif est de faire de toi une ceinture noire dans tout ce qui touche à la préparation à la carrière.
Aujourd'hui, nous faisons que nous présenter et présenter le concept, donc pas besoin de bloc notes. Mais je te conseille d'en avoir un à l'avenir!Bonne écoute!
L...2021-10-0211 min
Beyond the Thesis With Papa PhDThe Pillars of PhD Career Readiness with Mrim BoutlaGet the Papa PhD Tool kit !
Welcome to Season 3 of the Papa PhD podcast! To start this new season, today I'm bringing you a great interview Dr. Mrim Boutla, a neuroplasticity PhD turned career coach, who was on the show in Season 2, but in French. Mrim has put a lot of thought into the conundrum that promoting career readiness is for PhD researchers and shared her reflections and some nuggets during our conversation. Stick around - I'm sure you'll enjoy her energy and her insights!
At Brown University and at the Kelley School of Business (Indiana University), Mrim successfully coached hu...2021-09-2353 min
Beyond the Thesis With Papa PhDRevisiting the Humanities PhD in 2021 with Greg KellyGet the Papa PhD Tool kit !
This week on Papa PhD, I have the pleasure of bringing you my conversation with Greg Kelly, Executive producer of IDEAS, on CBC Radio.During our conversation, Greg shares a very colourful recount of his experience in Oxford as a literature PhD student and talks about his post-PhD career choices and journey.Greg is a great storyteller, so I think you’ll really enjoy this one!
Greg Kelly took his doctorate in literature at Oxford University.His work at CBC Radio and Television, as well as the United States and Europe, and won international aw...2021-09-0957 min
Grad ChatStarting Grad School after a Short Break from Higher Education w/ Silvi Di Pietro, PhDThis week, we will be joined by Silvina "Silvi" Di Pietro, PhD (she/her). Dr Silvina "Silvi" Dr Pietro is a postdoctoral graduate fellow within the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA). She graduated from Florida International University (FIU) in March of 2021 with a PhD in environmental chemistry. But her journey to grad school might be a bit different from some people's. Many go straight from undergrad to PhD or from undergrad to masters to PhD but Silvi decided to take a short break before going to grad school and she going to talk about that and what it was...2021-08-3132 min
Grad ChatNavigating Post-PhD Unknowns w/ Stephanie Deppe, PhDThis week, we will be joined by Stephanie Deppe, PhD (she/her).
Stephanie is a science communicator with the Vera C Rubin Observatory! After completing her PhD in Physics from the University of Michigan in 2019, she decided to pursue a career in Science Communication and even though she had a lot of varied experiences in SciComm during her PhD, she still had a lot of career uncertainty going into post-PhD life. And to complicate things, the world went into a pandemic and Stephanie was also suffering from extreme burnout. You can find Stephanie on Instagram and Twitter (b...2021-06-1542 min
Beyond the Thesis With Papa PhDNetworking and Job Hunting as a PhD With Parag MahantiGet the Papa PhD Tool kit !
Hi! This week on Papa PhD, I’m bringing you my conversation with Parag Mahanti. "We recorded this in November, during Parag’s Thanksgiving break. Since then, India has been severely hit by the second wave of the COVID pandemic, and many lives have been lost. Parag wanted this episode to be dedicated to especially to Late Dr. Ashim Chakravarty. If you want to support the fight against COVID in India, please contact Parag - @ParagMahanti on Twitter. I'd also like to note that Parag gave this interview on Thanksgiving, while he was with his...2021-05-271h 01
Swift Healthcare16. Advance Women's Health and Prevent Ovarian Cancer w/ Diane Powis, PhDWhat can we do to promote women’s health, increase health equity, and prevent Ovarian Cancer? LOTS! If you want inspiration and practical ideas to improve your health and the health of those you love, then tune into Swift Healthcare Podcast with guest Diane Powis, PhD, Chief Spokeswoman at Aspira Women's Health.
Ranked a Top 60 Healthcare Leadership podcast by Feedspot.
Diane Powis, PhD is a licensed healthcare provider, an advocate for women’s health, and the Chief Spokeswoman at Aspira Women's Health. Through her advocacy, storytelling, coordination and management of an ethnically diverse patient advisory boar...2021-05-0728 min
Swift Healthcare16. Advance Women's Health and Prevent Ovarian Cancer w/ Diane Powis, PhDWhat can we do to promote women’s health, increase health equity, and prevent Ovarian Cancer? LOTS! If you want inspiration and practical ideas to improve your health and the health of those you love, then tune into Swift Healthcare Podcast with guest Diane Powis, PhD, Chief Spokeswoman at Aspira Women's Health.
Ranked a Top 60 Healthcare Leadership podcast by Feedspot.
Diane Powis, PhD is a licensed healthcare provider, an advocate for women’s health, and the Chief Spokeswoman at Aspira Women's Health. Through her advocacy, storytelling, coordination and management of an ethnically diverse patient advisory boar...2021-05-0728 min
Happy Doc Student PodcastApplied vs. PhD Degrees (what's the difference?) AND Bonus Nuggets of Wisdom with Dr. Rebecca WardlowSend us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an emailApplied vs. PhD Degrees and Other Nuggets of WisdomDr. Rebecca Wardlow has her EDD in educational leadership and spent over 20 years as a K-12 educator, first, starting out in the classroom as a first-grade bilingual teacher working her way through administration roles, all the way up to being a principal. She then completed her doctorate and is now mentoring graduate students through the doctoral process. Applied vs. PhD2021-04-2831 min