In Put Your Armor On: The PhD is IN

Academia runs on brilliance, but its culture can wear you down in a hundred small ways: someone takes credit for your idea, another committee lands on your plate, a colleague makes a joke at your expense, or a meeting gets lost in politics. If you’ve started making yourself smaller to keep the peace, this conversation is for you.

Joanna

October 4, 2026

The Book of Delights

A collection of 102 short, lyrical essays by poet Ross Gay, each capturing a moment of daily joy—ranging from cradling a tomato seedling on a flight to the subtle nod between strangers—revealing the profound beauty in everyday life.

Ross Gay

April 20, 2025

Recording: Navigating the Job Market

It’s tough out there. Job security feels more uncertain, opportunities seem harder to find, and the stress of it all can be overwhelming. Job searching isn’t just about resumes and interviews—it’s about managing the self-doubt, frustration, and emotional toll of not knowing what comes next. In this conversation, we’ll talk about the reality of today’s job market and how to navigate it with confidence, resilience, and clarity.

Raina

October 4, 2026