People Who Help Academics
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Build Community With an Inviting Workshop Series for Your Academic Edited Collection with Karen Gonzalez Rice
Karen Gonzalez Rice, PhD, Professor of Art History and Faculty Coach is interviewed about her journey with accessibility for her online presence leading to professional ASL videos for her academic…
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Dr. Chinasa Elue on Connection and Purpose for Your Academic Online Presence
Professor and entrepreneur, Dr. Chinasa Elue, shares her online presence journey as an academic. From podcasting to the TEDx stage, Chinasa has become more intentional about sharing her story and…
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Research Impact and Knowledge Translation for Academics
What is knowledge translation? How can we be intentional about research impact and engagement? Tamika Heiden, PhD and Kate Shook from the Research Impact Academy in Australia join Jennifer van…
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Research Communications and Slide Design with Dr. Echo Rivera
Communicate your research through data visualization and presentations. Learn how to create highly engaging slides for your research (or have them created for you) with Echo Rivera, PhD. In this…
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Leadership for Researchers and Lab Directors with Dr. Stefanie Robel
Research lab directors, program directors, and future research leaders listen up. This episode is for you (especially if you’re an overcommitted researcher). I talk about leadership and management skills for…
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Ways Your Story Changes When You Leave Academia with Dr. Paulina Cossette and Dr. Jen Polk
Whether you plan to leave academia, are nearing retirement, or are considering consulting on the side, this conversation is a refreshing take on how telling your story may shift with…
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Art and Design to Share Your Research Story with the Public Health Resonance Project
Art and Research Communication The Public Health Resonance Project at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa collaborated with a talented artist to create illustrations to better share their research. Have…
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Scholars, Have You Considered Public Writing? With Lisa Munro, PhD
Public writing vs. academic writing. How do you choose? Writing coach, Lisa Munro, is back on The Social Academic podcast to talk about writing for the public for faculty and…
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Higher Education Leadership and Video for TV with Carole Chabries, PhD
This episode is about leadership in Higher Education. Meet Carole Chabries, PhD who has journeyed from campus leadership roles to coach and consultant at Third Rail Leadership. Here’s ways she…
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FAQ for Academic Writers When You Want an Authentic Digital Presence
What can academic writers do to have a digital presence that shares their writing and helps them connect with people online? Dr. Katy Peplin interviews The Social Academic podcast host,…
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How to Get Research Funding in 2026 with Dr. Julia Barzyk
The research funding landscape has changed in 2025. Dr. Julia Barzyk of Wise Investigator returns to The Social Academic Podcast to talk about the state of funding in America and…
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What is Civic Courage? A Conversation for Faculty and Educators with Dr. Brielle Harbin
Dr. Brielle Harbin helps educators prepare to practice civic courage. She supports faculty and leaders that it’s okay to feel discomfort. Learn why it’s necessary to practice ‘civic courage,’ a…
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Mindfulness for Your Life in Academia with Jennifer Askey
Faculty, are your actions and goals in alignment? Check-in with yourself in this interview with mindfulness coach, Dr. Jennifer Askey. What does it mean to be a mindful academic? Jennifer…
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Academic Entrepreneurship with Toyin Alli, PhD
More full-time academics have a business or side-hustle than I ever realized when I was in grad school. Dr. Toyin Alli helps faculty entrepreneurs make it work semester-round. Dr. Toyin…
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How to Be A Great Podcast Guest with Cheryl Lau
Podcast coach and producer, Cheryl Lau shares her top tips for being a guest on a podcast. Advice for first timers and podcast lovers alike. Academic voices should be heard.…
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Personal Websites for Academics and Scientists Livestream
Tips and advice about websites for academics from 3 experts who want to help you make your own website. A livestream for faculty, researchers, and grad students. This livestream is…
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Be a Visible Expert with Dr Lily Rosewater of Pitch Science
Science communicator and website designer, Dr. Lily Rosewater, shares why you should have more visibility as a researcher. Dr Lily Rosewater designs websites, brand assets, and has a service for…
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Feel burned out? Ruth C. White, PhD on burn out for female academics
Faculty, you deserve wellbeing. Burnout coach, Dr. Ruth C. White is back to help you, especially if you’re experiencing burnout. We’re back with Dr. Ruth C. White to talk about…
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Storytelling for Scientists and the Researchers’ Writing Podcast with Dr. Anna Clemens
What does storytelling have to do with writing scientific articles? It helps especially when you want to be published in high-ranking journals. Plus, podcasting, with science writing coach, Dr. Anna…
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Photography, Hair, and Makeup: Visual Branding for Academics with Melissa McClure and Amanda Thorne
This interview is about photography, hair, makeup, and styling for a photo shoot. It can feel scary. When you have a photographer you feel comfortable with, it makes a world…
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Career Clarity for PhDs with Career Coach Dr. Jen Polk
Are you on the job market or seeking a new career? Professors and researchers, this interview with career coach, Dr. Jen Polk, is especially for academics considering leaving academia (or…
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Promoting Your Book Online for Academics Workshop – Free Course
On April 12, 2025, join Dr. Sheena Howard and Jennifer van Alstyne for a workshop on how to share your academic book and research effectively online. Are you open to…
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Website Design for Academics and Research Labs with Brittany Trinh
Brittany Trinh on research lab and research group websites. And, how her online presence has changed now that she’s back in grad school.
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Personal Academic Websites and Online Presence, A Live Q and A
Jennifer van Alstyne highlights the importance of building an online presence for academics, emphasizing personalized strategies for websites and social media. Confidence, connecting with others, and overcoming imposter syndrome are…
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Your Time Matters with Dr. Martha Kenney
How do you organize your time, academics? There’s never gonna be a period where like you’re 50% work and 50% life. So how do you balance it all? Dr. Martha…
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Set Up Your Personal Academic Website with Jennifer van Alstyne, Brittany Trinh, and Ian Li
Jennifer van Alstyne, Brittany Trinh, and Dr. Ian Li discuss creating personal academic websites, demoing Owlstown, and answering FAQs. Establish online presence through a simple, customizable website for professors.
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Get Your Research Funded with Dr. Julia Barzyk
Are you a wise investigator? As a PI, getting your research funded is a priority. Meet Dr. Julia Barzyk who is uncovering the hidden curriculum to getting funding for your…
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Writing Your Book for Minoritized Women Academics with Jane Jones, PhD
Book coach Jane Jones on anxieties and struggles when writing your book. Your book is meaningful and you want to see it out in the world. Authors, this interview is…
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Sharing Your Book On Social Media for Professors
Jennifer van Alstyne talks strategies for academic authors to effectively share their books on social media. You can increase visibility for your book or monograph online with social media for…
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LinkedIn for PhDs with Dr. Gertrude Nonterah of The Bold PhD
How can PhDs use LinkedIn to invite opportunity for themselves? Dr. Gertrude Nonterah is a LinkedIn expert. Learn how opening up about her struggle to find a job with a…