In Conversation With… is a dynamic podcast where we engage in candid and thought-provoking conversations with PhD candidates, graduates, thought leaders, and experts from diverse fields. Join us as we explore a wide range of topics, including finding balance amidst academic and personal demands, navigating the mental health journey during the PhD process, uncovering the unspoken structural issues within universities, and addressing gatekeeping challenges. With each episode, we offer deep insights, practical advice, and inspiring stories to empower listeners on their own PhD journey and beyond. Whether you’re a current PhD student, a recent graduate, or simply curious about the world of academia and life post-PhD, this podcast is your go-to resource for navigating the complexities and opportunities of the academic and professional landscape
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Signup to Generate a PitchIn Conversation With… is a dynamic podcast where we engage in candid and thought-provoking conversations with PhD candidates, graduates, thought leaders, and experts from diverse fields.
In Conversation with… is hosted by Mmabatho Mongae. The show has published 14 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "We fought for freedom, not democracy" (7 May 2025, 80 minutes), "Why perceptions matter: How Africans experience democracy" (13 February 2025, 86 minutes), and "Beyond the TRC: Rethinking Justice, Memory, and Healing in South Africa" (5 February 2025, 77 minutes).
In Conversation with… publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 52 minutes across 14 episodes.
Booking probability for In Conversation with… is 27%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. In Conversation with… requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. In Conversation with…'s contact route on record: verified email.
The strongest fits for In Conversation with… are Universities & Colleges. In Conversation with… has an education audience.
Mmabatho Mongae hosts In Conversation with…, an education podcast with 14 episodes published.
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Episode #10
<p>In today’s episode, I sit down with Dr. Hlengiwe Ndlovu to unpack the complex dynamics of state-society relations. We dive deep into the tension between freedom and democracy, exploring the often overlooked nuances...
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<p>In this episode, the mic is turned as Keo Mbebe interviews me about my research on governance, democracy, and public perceptions in Africa. We discuss how everyday experiences shape democratic perceptions, the type...
<p>I speak with Keo Mbebe about her PhD research on the TRC and its colonialist historiography. We unpack the TRC’s misplaced aims, the dangers of misusing concepts like reconciliation, and the enduring psychological...
<p>In this episode, Silindile Mlilo draws from her PhD research to shed light on unconventional forms of citizenship, the intersections of indigeneity and ethnicity, and the ways these “marginalized” groups assert...
<p>In this episode we’re joined by Tumi Mampane, a lecturer and PhD candidate whose research examines the portrayal of township femininities in South African media. We discuss how TV shows like Scandal and Gomora shape...
The therapeutic relationship is often described as a powerful space for healing, yet it doesn’t exist in isolation from broader societal factors. Race, gender, and culture play a pivotal role in shaping the dynamics...
Episode #7
<p>The PhD can be a fun and an adventurous journey of self, knowledge and the world and it also requires balance. Join Silindile, Ntokozo and I as we discuss the different waves of balance in the PhD journey...
Episode #6
<p>Today, we delve into a candid discussion on navigating the challenges when things don’t go as planned during the PhD journey</p>
Episode #5
<p>Today, we explore the transition ‘From Masters to PhD’, reflecting on the challenges, lessons, and personal growth experienced along the way</p>
Imposter syndrome in academia... let's talk about it. Imposter syndrome is something that affects all of us in some way, shape or form. Given that the PhD journey and academia is characterized by perfection and...
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<p>In this episode Dr. Palesa Nqambaza takes us through her post PhD journey. After years of focusing on completing the PhD, one can forget what it is to fully live outside the PhD. From identity crisis, to toxic...
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<p>In this episode, join us as Dr. Lebogang Mokwena shares her writing journey. Currently immersed in writing her debut book, Dr. Mokwena takes us through the motivations behind her decision to write, her transition...
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In this introductory episode of In Conversation with… Mmabatho Mongae shares a bit of background about herself, why she started In conversation with… an online platform to share candid conversations about the PhD...
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Welcome to in conversation with… where we have candid conversations on the PhD journey and beyond. If you find yourself in a transition face, doing your PhD, thinking of doing your PhD then this podcast is for you!
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