Episodios

  • Ep 85: Spilling the Beans: New Babies, Travelling Tales and PhD Life

    Ep 85: Spilling the Beans: New Babies, Travelling Tales and PhD Life
    Oct 2 2024
    In this catch-up episode, Mollie shares baby updates and discusses life as a new mum, while Emily catches you up on her summer adventures as a fourth-year PhD student.

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    39 m
  • Ep 84: Should the Public Have a Say in Your Research? A Conversation with Dr Amanda Bates

    Ep 84: Should the Public Have a Say in Your Research? A Conversation with Dr Amanda Bates
    Sep 25 2024
    In this episode of Stupid Genius, Emily and Mollie dive into the world of Public and Patient Involvement (PPI) with Dr Amanda Bates. They discuss how PPI is changing research by putting the voices and needs of patients and the public at the forefront of scientific inquiry, highlighting Amanda’s personal experiences and insights from the field. Tune in to discover the impact of PPI on both researchers and communities and learn practical tips for including meaningful public engagement into your own work.

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    1 h y 4 m
  • Ep 83: The Sober Curious Movement and the Potential Benefits for your PhD

    Ep 83: The Sober Curious Movement and the Potential Benefits for your PhD
    Sep 18 2024
    Emily and Mollie explore the increasingly popular sober curious movement and its potential benefits for PhD students. They delve into the history and rise of the movement, and they discuss how reducing or eliminating alcohol can lead to many potential benefits for PhD students. Sharing their personal experiences, Emily and Mollie provide practical tips for embracing a sober curious lifestyle that doesn't compromise fun. Whether you're considering sobriety or simply curious about cutting back, this episode offers valuable insights into how curbing alcohol can enhance your academic journey and overall well-being.

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    56 m
  • Ep 82: Things We Don't Regret Buying As PhD Students (Part 2)

    Ep 82: Things We Don't Regret Buying As PhD Students (Part 2)
    Sep 11 2024
    In this week's episode of Stupid Genius, Emily and Mollie are back sharing their top recommendations for items they don't regret buying as PhD students. They discuss the benefits of loafers, interview transcription services, and a hairbrush...yes a hairbrush. Tune in for a comprehensive guide to making smart, impactful purchases during your PhD journey.

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    36 m
  • Ep 81: Publish or Peril? A Conversation with a Publishing Professor

    Ep 81: Publish or Peril? A Conversation with a Publishing Professor
    Sep 4 2024
    In this highly requested episode, Emily and Mollie delve into the often daunting world of academic publishing. They are joined by a special guest, Professor Claire Hannibal, an award-winning researcher with extensive publishing experience. Professor Hannibal shares invaluable insights and answers listener questions on various aspects of the publish or peril culture in academia.Tune in to learn about the best time to start writing for publication, tapproaching potential co-authors, and how to choose the right journals. Claire also provides advice on balancing thesis writing with publishing, finding opportunities beyond journals, effectively communicating with supervisors about publishing goals and much more.

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    1 h y 8 m
  • Ep 80: Preparing for a Difficult Conversation

    Ep 80: Preparing for a Difficult Conversation
    Aug 28 2024
    In this week's episode of Stupid Genius, Emily and Mollie tackle the art of having difficult conversations in academia and the importance of nurturing positive relationships throughout your PhD journey. Emily and Mollie explore practical strategies for approaching tough discussions, like the COIN model, and emphasise the importance of active listening and mutual understanding to resolve conflicts. Tune in to discover how mastering these communication skills can transform challenging interactions into opportunities for personal growth and stronger academic collaborations.

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    40 m
  • Ep 79: Future Proofing Your PhD: The Skills Employers Want You to Have

    Ep 79: Future Proofing Your PhD: The Skills Employers Want You to Have
    Aug 21 2024
    Emily and Mollie share the three most important skills you need to develop and demonstrate throughout your PhD to make you the ideal job candidate. They chat about how your PhD is a perfect environment to showcase these important skills to future employers, and they give some ideas of how you can work on improving them.

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    38 m
  • Ep 78: How to Create and Utilise a Gantt Chart

    Ep 78: How to Create and Utilise a Gantt Chart
    Aug 14 2024
    Emily and Mollie tackle the practical and often overlooked topic of Gantt charts for project management of the PhD. They explain the history, structure, and benefits of using Gantt charts, especially in organising a PhD timeline. They provide a step-by-step guide on creating and effectively utilising Gantt charts, discussing everything from listing tasks to setting realistic deadlines and managing workload. They also share personal experiences and insights into how Gantt charts can keep you accountable and help you communicate with supervisors. Whether you're a PhD student or managing other projects, this episode offers valuable tips to master your project planning with Gantt charts. Tune in to learn how to streamline your research and achieve your academic goals!

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    36 m