The university life can be tough. Students, faculty, staff, even administrators all struggle with the never-ending challenges of academia. Here, we talk about the day-to-day of working for, living in, and dealing with higher education. From anxiety to depression, burnout, toxic workplaces, imposter syndrome and more. We offer some mental health guidance to help you navigate the academy.
Latest episodes
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52 min
The Student Experience with Rachel Vaughn
As we kick off another round of interviews, I'm with one of our own students for a conversation about the student experience in the university. Rachel Vaughn and I talk through dif…
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11 min
Looking Ahead
Summer is almost over? How did that happen? In this episode, I recap some of the main takeaways from the previous episodes that have helped my mental health over the past few month…
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59 min
The Mindful Professor with James Henson
In this episode I sit down with my friend, James Henson, who is a certified Mindfulness and Meditation instructor. We dive into what Mindfulness is and how professors can benefit f…
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50 min
Woman’s Mental Health in the Academy with Dr. Ali Duffy
The Academy has traditionally been a tough road for women. In this episode, Dr. Ali Duffy (my beautiful wife 😊) and I dive into the structures of the university system, how they ar…
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48 min
Imposter Syndrome Part 2 with Dr. Josh Novak
In this episode, I sit down (via Zoom) with my very good friend, Dr. Josh Novak, to keep the conversation going about imposter syndrome. We talk through the hoops academics jump th…
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38 min
Compassion Fatigue with Dr. Jeana Culbert
We've talked about burnout before, but we also need to recognize its co-traveler: compassion fatigue. In this episode, Dr. Jeana Culbert and I talk about what compassion fatigue is…
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47 min
Fatherhood in the Academy with Dr. Dane Eggleston
Work/life balance can be a challenge for mothers and fathers alike. In this episode, Dr. Dane Eggleston and I talk through some of our experiences and difficulties while being fath…
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22 min
Imposter Syndrome Part 1
That dreaded imposter syndrome...it can have a real influence on our mental health and overall well being. Imposter syndrome often leads to a lack of confidence, anxiety, depressio…
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14 min
Words of Encouragement
I don't know about you, but it's been quite the semester. If you've had a difficult couple of months, heck, even a difficult couple of years, this episode is for you. These are a f…
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39 min
Uncertain Times with Dr. Shawn Hughes
The state of higher education has been questioned over the last few years. This leads us to a lot of uncertainty, which of course has an impact on our mental health. Dr. Shawn Hugh…
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15 min
How depressed are we?
The Academy is tough and it's very common for faculty, students, and staff to fall into depression. Work environments, social stress, and the grind of every day university life can…
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36 min
Burnout and Beyond with Dr. Amanda Ellis
These are trying times, and we are constantly being pulled in multiple directions. It's safe to say we're all experiencing burnout on some level. We have persevered in the academy…
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19 min
The Anxious Academic
Hear this clearly: anxiety is NORMAL. Absolutely everyone experiences anxiety, and yes, even in the academy. Students, professors, we all get overwhelmed and become anxious. Listen…
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22 min
Intro: Mental Health in the Academy
Dr. Cathy Box, the director for the Center for Teaching, Learning, and Scholarship, starts a series that provides mental health resources for faculty in the academy. If you're a un…
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21 min
Intro: Mental Health in the Academy
Dr. Cathy Box, the director for the Center for Teaching, Learning, and Scholarship, started a series that provides mental health resources for faculty in the academy. If you're a u…