Academic Writing Talk

Yes, I’m back to making podcast episodes! This week, I’m reflecting on the toughest ethnographic fieldnote from my last book. (In honor of Carl V. Lewis.)

It's tough to decide when to embark on a long writing project! In this very personal episode, I talk about how I decided to write one book and not write another—at least, for now.

In this episode, I talk about the problems of an over-reliance on AI writing tools. It’s led to what I’ve started to think about as a new genre of AI writing problems that academic authors should be aware of—but I...

I work with numerous international clients on their book manuscripts. Over time, I've found that they confront unique challenges. In this episode, I talk about how you can surmount them and get your book published in a...

What's the difference between a history book and a book that tells a history? In this episode, I discuss why academics write histories, whether intentionally or unintentionally.

Given the academic obsession with novelty, today's episode may seem odd. Why should your academic writing not be unique? The answer is simple and easy to understand!

If you’re wondering where your summer went, this episode is for you! Don’t panic—it’s a common feeling. Instead, strategize how you’ll prioritize writing projects in the fall. And if you want to keep going, I’ll give...

What challenges academic writers with ADHD? In this episode, I talk about personal experiences that may sound familiar to you. A personalized approach can help writers with ADHD make the most of their natural gifts!

First impressions are everything! So, what do you talk about in the first meeting with a freelance editor or writing coach to make a good impression? Remember, a positive working relationship is as much about the person...

Storytelling is how humans make sense of the world. So why do academic publishers often not like it? In this episode, I talk about the pitfalls and opportunities of using narratives in academic writing.

The dissertation is the most feared challenge of the PhD—but why? It’s not just a “big essay.” It’s fundamentally different than anything you wrote or will write. In this episode, I’ll tell you about the real challenges...

I routinely get asked if I have advice for fellow “alt-academics.” It’s fun to chat with folks about business things, but lately, I’ve been too busy! So if you’re interested in this topic, I interviewed myself about my...

If you’re a grad student, you may be wondering how to pick a research topic for your dissertation. That’s what we’ll talk about in this week’s episode! Learn what factors to consider—and why not to just pick a topic...

Today we’re busting the myth that academics write alone! Looking at history and publishing statistics shows a growing trend of collaborative writing. So rather than put pressure on ourselves, academic researchers and...

In this episode, we celebrate (nearly) a year of Academic Writing Talk! Inspired by Spotify “unwrapped,” I look to the data to see what you liked to listen to. Did I get it right? Let me know... and happy holidays and...