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Stupid Genius PhD Podcast
by Emily Wharton and Mollie Bryde
Stupid Genius the PhD podcast jumps into all things PhD life. Hosts Emily Wharton and Mollie Bryde discuss the highs and lows of doctoral study from being proud of your PhD successes to managing conflict with your supervisors and everything in between. Emily and Mollie share their experiences of being PhD students and the lessons they have learned along the way to help make your PhD journey that bit easier. Expect lots of laughs, an abundance of stupidity, and occasionally, a moment of genius. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
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Ep 105: Finding Balance in Your PhD with PhDoireann
PhDoireann joins Stupid Genius to dive into the ever-important topic of finding balance during a PhD. Doireann, a PhD student and advocate for work-life balance, shares her insights on self-care, overcoming guilt, and making time for life outside academia. Tune in for lots of laughs as they…
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Ep 104: Staying Accountable to your Writing
This week on Stupid Genius, Emily talks all about accountability—specifically, how it helps writers, like you, stay on track. Whether you're writing a PhD thesis, a novel, or just trying to get that blog post done, accountability can make a huge difference. Emily talks about how to set up systems...
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Ep 103: The Three Minute Thesis (3MT): What it is and How to Win
On this week of Stupid Genius, Emily and Mollie tackle a popular academic competition that sounds simple but can be deceptively challenging: the Three Minute Thesis, or 3MT. Mollie shares her experience as she won her faculty heats /(twice!) and went on to compete at the university level. They…
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Ep 102: Untraditional Academia with Kenzie Brenna
The incredible Kenkie Brenna @kenziebrenna joins Emily and Mollie to chat about her less-than-perfect experience with an education system not designed for her, her inspiring untraditional route into academia and how she now, in her thirties, finds herself a student all over again and loving every...
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Ep 101: "Am I the Asshole?" PhD addition
This week on Stupid Genius, Emily and Mollie are diving into a juicy, cathartic topic that I think every grad student and academic will appreciate: Am I the Asshole? PhD Edition. They're reacting to posts from Reddit where people spill their academic grievances and try to figure out who’s really…
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Ep 100: PhD Advice Session
This week on Stupid Genius, Emily and Mollie welcome the very first PhD advice session. This is a series on Stupid Genius where you send in your current dilemmas or anything that you want advice on (via Instagram), and Emily and Mollie give you their unprofessional advice. Hosted on Acast. See...
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Ep 99: Publishing Fails: Desk Rejects, Rejections, and Perseverance
This week of Stupid Genius, Emily and Mollie are tackling one of the most soul-crushing aspects of academic life: publishing fails. If you’ve ever faced a desk rejection, felt gutted by peer-review comments, or wondered if anyone else struggles with endless cycles of rejection—you’re not alone.…
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Ep 98: Turning Research into Revenue with Dr Jessica Steinberg
In this episode of Stupid Genius, Emily interviews the brilliant Dr. Jessica Steinberg. Jessica shares her journey from academic research to entrepreneurial success, turning her PhD expertise into a consultancy business in legal cannabis markets. She discusses starting her business, balancing...
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Ep 97: New Years Resolutions and Did We Keep Them?
Emily and Mollie discuss whether or not new resolutions are a good thing. They talk about what theirs were for 2024, whether they achieved them, and they share an exciting announcement for 2025. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Ep 96: Why We're Taking a Break This Festive Holidays
On this week's episode of Stupid Genius, Emily and Mollie talk about taking a break, and they play some fun festive games to get everyone in the mood for a break. This will be the last episode of 2024, and you won't want to miss it! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Ep 95: Revisiting Unwrapping Consumerism at Christmas
Are you ready to unwrap the truth behind our festive fun? In this thought-provoking episode of Stupid Genius, Emily and Mollie delve into the world of consumerism at Christmas. From its humble origins to the present day, they explore the grip consumerism holds on Christmas. The Stupid Geniuses...
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Ep 94: Reducing Screen Time to Increase PhD Productivity
In this week of Stupid Genius, Emily and Mollie are diving into something Emily has been experimenting with for the past two weeks—reducing her screen time. Spoiler: it’s been a rollercoaster. Emily has been testing a bunch of strategies to spend less time on her phone and Mollie has question -...
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Ep 93: Should AI be Used in Academia and Research?
In this week of Stupid Genius, Emily and Mollie discuss whether AI should be used in academia and PhD research (spoiler alert: they are more than a little sceptical!). They dive into the dark side of AI from ethical concerns and bias issues to the massive environmental impact using AI has on the...
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Ep 92: How to Find Conference's in your Field
In this week’s episode of Stupid Genius, Emily and Mollie talk about one of the key parts of a PhD—attending conferences. Conferences are great for networking, presenting your work, and staying up-to-date in your field. But the big question is: how do you even find them? They break it down into...
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Ep 91: PhD Red Flags
This week on Stupid Genius, Emily and Mollie discuss their red flags when it comes to PhD students. From overworking and burnout to struggling to celebrate others' successes. Join them as they chat about the warning signs that can make or break your PhD journey! Hosted on Acast. See...
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Ep 90: Knowing When to Quit your PhD with martivetjourney
On this week of Stupid Genius, Emily chatted with Martina, a second-year veterinary student in her 30s, who made the bold decision to leave her PhD after realising it wasn't the right path for her. She shares her journey from completing a master's in forensic science and anthropology, navigating...
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Ep 89: PhD Horror Stories: Academia's Spookiest Moments
In this Halloween special of Stupid Genius, Emily and Mollie explore the scariest PhD horror stories from real students, featuring advisor nightmares, ghosting supervisors, and experimental disasters. Tune in for a chilling episode full of shocking tales from academia and tips on surviving your…
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Ep 88: Motivation vs Dedication
In this episode of Stupid Genius, Emily and Emily's partner - Vincent explore the key differences between motivation and dedication, and why dedication is the real driver of academic success. They share practical tips on how to build discipline, maintain progress, and stay consistent, even when...
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Ep 87: 12 VIVA Tips 12 Months On
In this week's episode of Stupid Genius, Mollie shares her top 12 VIVA tips one year after successfully passing hers. Emily and Mollie discuss key questions like whether you need to dress to impress, how to choose your examiners, and how best to prepare mentally and physically. Tune in for...
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Ep 86: Unpopular PhD Opinions
Warning: this episode contains unpopular opinions PhD students might find offensive. Is a PhD *actually* hard? Are some PhDs harder than others? Does having money make your PhD easier? Tune in as Emily and Mollie share and discuss some unpopular PhD opinions. Hosted on Acast. See…
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Ep 85: Spilling the Beans: New Babies, Travelling Tales and PhD Life
In this catch-up episode, Mollie shares baby updates and discusses life as a new mum, while Emily catches you up on her summer adventures as a fourth-year PhD student. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Ep 84: Should the Public Have a Say in Your Research? A Conversation with Dr Amanda Bates
In this episode of Stupid Genius, Emily and Mollie dive into the world of Public and Patient Involvement (PPI) with Dr Amanda Bates. They discuss how PPI is changing research by putting the voices and needs of patients and the public at the forefront of scientific inquiry, highlighting Amanda’s...
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Ep 83: The Sober Curious Movement and the Potential Benefits for your PhD
Emily and Mollie explore the increasingly popular sober curious movement and its potential benefits for PhD students. They delve into the history and rise of the movement, and they discuss how reducing or eliminating alcohol can lead to many potential benefits for PhD students. Sharing their...
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Ep 82: Things We Don't Regret Buying As PhD Students (Part 2)
In this week's episode of Stupid Genius, Emily and Mollie are back sharing their top recommendations for items they don't regret buying as PhD students. They discuss the benefits of loafers, interview transcription services, and a hairbrush...yes a hairbrush. Tune in for a comprehensive guide to...
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Ep 81: Publish or Peril? A Conversation with a Publishing Professor
In this highly requested episode, Emily and Mollie delve into the often daunting world of academic publishing. They are joined by a special guest, Professor Claire Hannibal, an award-winning researcher with extensive publishing experience. Professor Hannibal shares invaluable insights and answers...
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Ep 80: Preparing for a Difficult Conversation
In this week's episode of Stupid Genius, Emily and Mollie tackle the art of having difficult conversations in academia and the importance of nurturing positive relationships throughout your PhD journey. Emily and Mollie explore practical strategies for approaching tough discussions, like the COIN...
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Ep 79: Future Proofing Your PhD: The Skills Employers Want You to Have
Emily and Mollie share the three most important skills you need to develop and demonstrate throughout your PhD to make you the ideal job candidate. They chat about how your PhD is a perfect environment to showcase these important skills to future employers, and they give some ideas of how you can...
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Ep 78: How to Create and Utilise a Gantt Chart
Emily and Mollie tackle the practical and often overlooked topic of Gantt charts for project management of the PhD. They explain the history, structure, and benefits of using Gantt charts, especially in organising a PhD timeline. They provide a step-by-step guide on creating and effectively...
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Ep 77: Overcoming Your Need for Constant Validation during the PhD
Join Emily and Mollie on this episode of Stupid Genius as they unravel the validation myth that holds many professionals back. Discover the steps to overcome the need for approval from others and build a genuine sense of self-worth in the workplace. Learn how to navigate your career confidently…
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Ep 76: Being the Hero of Your PhD Journey
Have you ever thought of yourself as a hero? Well, maybe it's time you should. In this episode, Emily and Mollie discuss the hero's journey, and how understanding where you are on yours might just be what you need to push your PhD to the next level. Join the stupid geniuses as they chat about...
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Ep 75: Things We Don’t Regret Buying as a PhD Students (Part 1)
In this week's episode of "Stupid Genius," Emily and Mollie share their top recommendations for items they don't regret buying as PhD students. They discuss the benefits of overhead headphones for focused studying, the comfort of linen trousers, and the practicality of a good rucksack. Tune in…
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Ep 74: Overcoming Writer's Block
Writing is an essential part of being a PhD student and academic. Yet, many of us suffer from writer's block and a lack of motivation when it comes to putting pen to paper or words to screen. We may also find we are distracted easily and struggle with writing anxiety. In this episode, Emily and...
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Ep 73: Saying No Successfully in Academia
In this week's episode of Stupid Genius, Emily and Mollie delve into the essential skill of saying no effectively in professional and academic settings. They discuss the importance of recognising when to decline opportunities to avoid burnout and ensure optimal productivity. They provide…
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Ep 72: Self-funding a PhD with PhDwithKatie
University of Oxford DPhil student and online content creator, Katie Hutchinson aka @phdwithkatie, shares her secrets on how to successfully self-fund your PhD - and enjoy it! Katie discusses the biggest challenges self-funding can bring along with her greatest moments, and she gives some…
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Ep 71: Overthinking the Art of Overthinking
In this episode of Stupid Genius, Emily and Mollie discuss the common issue of overthinking during a PhD, exploring its psychological roots and sharing practical strategies to manage it effectively. Listeners will gain insights into breaking the cycle of overthinking and learn techniques to stay...
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Ep 70: Is a PhD Worth Your Time?
In this episode of Stupid Genius, Emily and Mollie tackle the ultimate PhD question: is doing a PhD worth your time? If you’re considering a PhD or you’re in the midst of studying for one already then this is the episode for you. Tune in to rediscover your motivation, learn more about what a PhD...
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Ep 69: Can You Learn To Be Charismatic?
In this week's episode, Emily and Mollie delve into the science and strategies behind charismatic behaviour, exploring how it can significantly enhance influence and collaboration in both personal and professional settings. Learn how traits like authenticity and trust can be cultivated to boost...
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Ep 68: All You Need to Know About Parenting and the PhD
Emily and Mollie delve into the unique experiences of parenting while pursuing a PhD. They discuss the challenges and joys of balancing parenthood and academic pursuits, and are joined by two incredible guests, Bridgette Glover and Dr. Michelle Gibbs, who share their personal experiences and...
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Ep 67: Research Logs and Reflexivity
In this week's episode, Emily and Mollie explore the importance of research logs and reflexivity in the academic journey, highlighting how keeping a detailed research journal can enhance productivity and self-awareness. They share personal experiences and practical tips on maintaining these logs…
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Ep 66: Should You Go it Alone as an Early Career Researcher?
Emily and Mollie discuss whether collaboration is important for researchers or whether it's ok to go it alone. They chat about the potential drawbacks of choosing to work in a research team before addressing the value that can be gained from collaborating. They give some tips and tricks on how…
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Ep 65: Can You Be Playful During Your PhD?
This week Emily and Mollie explore playfulness during the PhD. They discuss how incorporating playfulness into academic and professional settings can enhance creativity, reduce stress, and foster collaboration. They highlight the benefits of maintaining a positive mindset, infusing humour into...
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Ep 64: Welcome to the World of Toxic Resilience
What is toxic resilience and why is it rife in academia, especially for PhD students? Join Emily and Mollie as they discuss the workplace trend that we could all do without. On this episode, they share their own and their listeners' experiences of dealing with toxic resilience and they discuss…
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Ep 63: PhD Funding: What Happens When Time Runs Out?
Join Emily and Mollie in this episode of Stupid Genius where they explore the realities of PhD funding, from understanding timeframes to the challenges of not finishing on time and how that can affect you personally and professionally. They share stories from those facing funding constraints and...
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Ep 62: Pregnancy, the PhD and Why No One is Talking About It
In this eye-opening episode, Emily and Mollie dive deep into the unspoken challenges of conceiving and navigating pregnancy while pursuing a PhD. From the startling lack of resources and support to the societal taboos that surround this topic, Mollie shares her journey with raw honesty and...
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Ep 61: Navigating Long-Distance Relationships during a PhD
Join Emily and her partner, Vincent for an intimate conversation as they explore the intricacies of maintaining a long-distance relationship while one partner pursues a PhD. In this episode, they delve into the joys and challenges of navigating differences in academic and non-academic lifestyles,...
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Ep 60: Back Together! Lots of Stupid and a Side Order of Genius
The Stupid Geniuses are back! Join them for life updates, lots of stupidity and a side order of genius. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Ep 59: Researching Feminst Art and Inclusivity: A Conversation with Dr Bee Hughes
The stupid geniuses are joined by the incredible Dr Bee Hughes to discuss the topic of gender inclusivity. Dr Hughes shares their own experiences as a nonbinary person and insights from their research on embodied experiences and the feminist tradition of self-examination. Learn about fostering...
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Ep 58: Exploring the History of the PhD
In this episode of Stupid Genius, Emily and Mollie explore the history and evolution of the PhD. From its ancient origins in Greece to its modern-day significance, they delve into the first official award of the PhD, tracing its development across Europe and beyond. They celebrate notable...
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Ep 57: Engaging in Peer-Review as a PhD Student and Early Career Academic
In this episode, Emily and Mollie discuss the peer-review process including what it is, what to do, what not to do, and everything in between. As researchers, engaging in peer-reviewing is a key part of our role and yet, it can be tricky to know how to start and it can also ignite that pesky...
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Ep 56: Shining a Light on Gender Equality in Academia: The Importance of Allyship
Join the Stupid Geniuses as they discuss gender equality in academia and the importance of allyship. With International Women's Day approaching, they explore some of the issues facing women in the academic sphere and they share some statistics that might surprise you! They share some inspiring...
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Stupid Genius the PhD podcast jumps into all things PhD life. Hosts Emily Wharton and Mollie Bryde discuss the highs and lows of doctoral study from being proud of your PhD successes to managing conflict with your supervisors and everything in between. Emily and Mollie share their experiences of being PhD students and the lessons they have learned along the way to help make your PhD journey that bit easier. Expect lots of laughs, an abundance of stupidity, and occasionally, a moment of genius.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Stupid Genius the PhD podcast jumps into all things PhD life. Hosts Emily Wharton and Mollie Bryde discuss the highs and lows of doctoral study from being proud of your PhD successes to managing conflict with your supervisors and everything in between. Emily and Mollie share their experiences of...
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