The PhD Life Raft Podcast

Emma Brodzinski

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This is the podcast for you if you are currently doing a PhD; are working with PhD students; or just living with someone who is on a PhD journey. The PhD Life Raft will focus on sharing insights and experiences around some common issues like anxiety, procrastination, precariousness, imposter syndrome, and work-life balance. We will talk to students, supervisors and experts in the field of wellbeing and mental health and share actionable tips and additional resources. Doing a PhD is tough. The PhD Life Raft is here to help you get through.

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Recent episodes

  • A little Christmas gift for all the PhD researchers who feel like they didn't do enough this year…with Emma BrodzinskiDec 18, 2025 · 13 min
  • When is the right time to do a PhD? with Tash JoyceMar 24, 2025 · 29 min
  • Develop Research Leadership within Your PhD with Cilla HarriesMar 17, 2025 · 31 min
  • Making PhD Dreams a Reality with Cynthia FasolaMar 10, 2025 · 26 min
  • Managing big changes in your PhD with confidence with Kay DanesMar 3, 2025 · 27 min
  • "None of this is your fault": Managing the PhD with a Chronic Health Condition with Louise LePageFeb 24, 2025 · 28 min
  • If you are thinking of quitting your PhD, listen to this first! with Gordon MorrisonFeb 17, 2025 · 28 min
  • What you need to know about the PhD annual review with Charlotte Haines LyonFeb 10, 2025 · 26 min
  • Navigating Reasonable Adjustments as a Neurodivergent Scholar with Alex ChapmanFeb 3, 2025 · 27 min
  • What No-one Tells You About Academic Writing with Anne WilsonJan 27, 2025 · 28 min

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