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Hosted by William Ankomah & Julianne Burgess · education · EN
Our goal is to bring some clarity to the mystifying aspects of the academic world. We'll talk about the "hidden literacies"; those unwritten rules you need to know that don't often get discussed. And we'll offer some guidance to make your journey through your doctoral studies more enjoyable!
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Signup to Generate a PitchOur goal is to bring some clarity to the mystifying aspects of the academic world. We'll talk about the "hidden literacies"; those unwritten rules you need to know that don't often get discussed. And we'll offer some guidance to make your journey through your doctoral studies more enjoyable!
PhDemystified is hosted by William Ankomah & Julianne Burgess. The show has published 12 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "Defending Your Dissertation" (5 February 2025, 31 minutes), "Struggling In Your PhD Program" (22 January 2025, 25 minutes), and "Switching Supervisors" (19 January 2025, 26 minutes).
PhDemystified publishes roughly daily, with episodes averaging 24 minutes across 12 episodes.
Booking probability for PhDemystified is 19%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. PhDemystified requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. PhDemystified's contact route on record: verified email.
The strongest fits for PhDemystified are Universities & Colleges and Courses, Coaching & Lessons. PhDemystified has an education audience.
William Ankomah & Julianne Burgess hosts PhDemystified, an education podcast with 12 episodes published.
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Episode #12
<p>It may be down the road, or it may be just around the corner. The viva voce – the oral defence – the mention of it strikes fear into the hearts of most doctoral candidates. Can you really prepare for the oral...
Episode #11
<p>It’s not easy to complete a doctoral degree. The number of folks who actually get to the finish line may surprise you. As you already know, the work is relentless and, at times, overwhelming. Most people struggle...
Episode #9
<p>Your PhD Handbook will tell you that switching to a new supervisor rarely happens. Based on our experience, that’s not entirely true. We discuss the challenging situations in which you might consider switching...
<p>In this episode, we’ll talk about writing and publishing your first paper. It seems like an overwhelming task, but you may find you’re already part-way there. This episode will offer ideas for writing and publishing...
Episode #8
<p>What do these folks do? What are their responsibilities, when do you need them, and how do you find them? We have the answers.</p>
<p>We discuss challenges of completing your coursework. We offer some thoughts on how to read texts with a critical eye.</p>
Episode #6
<p>This is a topic that is rarely discussed but students need to be aware of hierarchies, gatekeepers, the ways in which power circulates in the academic world, who has it, and who doesn’t. Knowledge about power is...
Episode #5
<p>Depending on your field, you may find tenure-track positions are a rarity. But if a job in academia is your goal, you should start preparing now.</p>
Episode #4
<p>It takes a village to raise a scholar. Having a support network will be invaluable to you throughout your doctoral studies. Creating a community of peers – a special interest group, a writing group, or a circle of...
<p>"Oh, if I had only known, I would have done things differently!" In this episode, we talk about some of the things you can do to prepare yourself for your doctoral journey, especially if you have been out of school...
Episode #2
<p>We tell you what the selection committee is looking for in a strong application, and suggest some homework and offer some thoughts for making your application successful.</p>
Episode #1
Are you considering applying to a PhD program? How will you know if it’s right for you? We have some questions and answers to help with your decision.
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