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This is an academic podcast for everyone who inspires to be a successful STEM educator and researcher. In each show, we share stories and look into the incredible journey that impacts STEM education and research. Our goal is to encourage, inspire, and support each other as we all explore and thrive in This Academic Life.
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Signup to Generate a PitchThis is an academic podcast for everyone who inspires to be a successful STEM educator and researcher. In each show, we share stories and look into the incredible journey that impacts STEM education and research. Our goal is to encourage, inspire, and support each other as we all explore and thrive in This Academic Life.
Recent episodes include "EP 92: Better Grades or Better Students" (13 May 2026, 27 minutes), "EP 91: Staff: The Invisible Backbone of Academia" (1 April 2026, 29 minutes), and "Ep 90: The Dissertation Bond" (27 August 2025, 32 minutes).
This Academic Life publishes roughly monthly, with episodes averaging 28 minutes across 106 episodes.
Booking probability for This Academic Life is 42%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. This Academic Life requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. This Academic Life's contact route on record: verified email.
The strongest fits for This Academic Life are Universities & Colleges and Scientific Research & Development. This Academic Life has a technology audience.
This Academic Life is a technology podcast with 106 episodes published.
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Episode #92
Episode Notes: In this episode, we discuss “grade inflation” and whether we are producing better grades or better students. Contact list: If you have any comments about our show or have suggestions for a future topic...
In this episode, we discuss the vital role of staff in academia, shedding light on their contributions behind the scenes and their impact on research, teaching, and the day-to-day operations that keep institutions...
Episode #90
Episode Notes: In this episode, we talk about the faculty–graduate student relationship, a unique bond shaped by mentorship, collaboration, and the challenges of the dissertation journey. Contact list: If you have any...
Shows Notes - Episode #89 Episode Notes: In this episode, we talk about traditional research funding sources in the U.S. and discuss how creativity and resilience can help us navigate uncertain times. Contact list: If...
Shows Notes - Episode #88 Episode Notes: In this episode, we have a conversation with Dr. Laurel Kuxhaus, a program director at NIH who was among the thousands that got laid off by the federal government. She shares her...
Episode Notes: In this episode, we explore the topic of overhead in academia, from its historical roots to its perceived benefits and challenges and discuss how lower overhead rates could impact the way research is...
In this episode, we'll be talking about a day we've been longing for - a day to unplug and unwind. We'll talk about why it is so difficult and yet so important to take a pause once a while from our daily grind. Host...
Episode #85
We are back! It's only been a few months, but we can't wait to reconnect with our listeners. In this episode, Pania and Lucy will talk about unprofessional behaviors that happen in academic environment. We'll share our...
Episode #84
In this episode, we say a temporary goodbye. We would like to thank all our listeners, guests, and our sponsors for your support in the past 4 years. As we move forward, we will bring you some great content periodically...
Episode #83
Please join us for this episode that discusses our experiences with research laboratory renovations. We discuss general steps in the renovations process and provide some guidance to junior faculty members. Contact list...
Episode #82
In this episode, we invited Omid Saadati to talk about his experience working in Big Tech. Omid will share insights into his career journey, the challenges and opportunities he’s encountered, and his perspectives on...
Episode #81
Please join us for this episode that discusses the postdoctoral research experience. We discuss expectations and reasons why some graduate students pursue a postdoc position after completing a graduate program. We also...
Episode #80
Episode Notes: In this episode, we discuss what is needed to get into your dream graduate school program. Contact list: If you have any comments about our show or have suggestions for a future topic, please contact us...
In this episode, we invited Dr. Lucy Zhang to the show to talk about her experience at the National Science Foundation as program director. Contact list: If you have any comments about our show or have suggestions for a...
In this episode, we invited Dr. Lucy Zhang to the show to talk about her experience at the National Science Foundation as program director. Contact list: If you have any comments about our show or have suggestions for a...
Episode #67
In this episode, we share some personal experiences and stories near us on being implicitly biased during our academic journey. Contact list: If you have any comments about our show or have suggestions for a future...
In our anniversary episode, we discuss faculty on “Side Track”: moving before tenure with Dr. Andre Clayborne who is an assistant professor in the Department of Chemistry and BioChemistry at George Mason University. Dr...
In this episode, we discuss the taboo topic of a professor’s salary and the importance of academic salary transparency. We also discuss how administrators can work with junior faculty and help them ease the salary...
In this episode, we talk about the faculty search process starting from creating the job posting to selecting a successful candidate. Contact list: If you have any comments about our show or have suggestions for a...
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Associate professor of Materials science and Engineering, University of Utah
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