Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an email In Episode #141 I have a discussion with Scott that ends up helping me make a very tough decision. Scott Maderer, author of Inspired Living: Assemble the Puzzle of Your Calling by Mastering Your Time, Your Talent, and Your Treasures . Scott challenges the glorification of busyness, emphasizing that being busy doesn’t equal productivity or importance. Instead, he highlights the value of aligning your actions wi...
Mar 19, 2025•35 min•Ep. 141
Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an email In Episode #140, I welcome back Matt O'Neill to discuss my all time favorite topic. The Root of ALL Love is Self-Love: If you don’t love yourself, not only will your relationships never reach their full potential, but they may suffer. Celebrate Self-Love in February and Beyond : Use Valentine’s Day as a reminder to love yourself first—whether that’s through creativity, connection, or simply saying “yes” t...
Feb 14, 2025•53 min•Ep. 140
Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an email In Episode #139 I chat about BELONGING with Dr. Hemerda, Lewis, and Artenant Highlights Defining Belonging: The operational definition, based on Allen et al. (2021), includes competencies, opportunities, motivations, and perceptions that foster connection and affiliation within ecosystems. Academic Belonging: Building a sense of connection with peers during the doctoral program, particularly through remote eng...
Jan 09, 2025•25 min•Ep. 139
Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an email In episode #138, I chat with Dr. Todd Fiore about how one slight pivot with your research question can lead to many positive outcomes. Todd is the Program Chair for the PhD in Organizational Development and Leadership, University of Arizona Global Campus. Highlights: · Research framed positively tends to result in more practical, solutions-oriented outcomes. · Positive research questions make it easier to recr...
Dec 04, 2024•20 min•Ep. 138
Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an email On episode #137 I learn some new happiness habits with Matt O'Neill. Matt is a happiness expert, the host of the "Good Mood Revolution" podcast, and author of the book by the same name. Highlights Sacrificing Joy for Success is a Myth : Joy doesn't need to be sacrificed for achievements like earning a degree or completing a project. Incorporating joy in the process is essential. Overwhelmed...
Nov 06, 2024•38 min•Ep. 137
Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an email In episode #136, I welcome back one of my favorite repeat guests, Dr. Leonard Cassuto. Len is a professor of English at Fordham University and the author of the "Graduate Adviser" column for The Chronicle of Higher Education. He has written and number of books, including *The Graduate School Mess* (Harvard, 2015) and, with Robert Weisbuch, *The New PhD: How to Build a Better Graduate Education* and w...
Oct 16, 2024•36 min•Ep. 136
Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an email In episode #135 I hang out with Nope Coach, Suzanne Culberg. Her free offer, the Building Boundaries Bundle, is available here: http://suzanneculberg.com/bbb Enter Coupon o the left of the screen: HAPPYDOCSTUDENT Academic Burnout : Overachieving academics (students and faculty) often struggle with boundaries, leading to burnout and all other sorts of negative outcomes (reduced cognitive performance, leaving a ...
Sep 25, 2024•35 min•Ep. 135
Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an email Episode #134 is a special one.... The Student-Chair relationship is critical to success AND how the journey is experienced. Listen in as Drs. Jodie Hermeda and Deborah Carpenter discuss the role both a student and chair play in making the relationship one that can last a lifetime. There is always a way forward! Podcasts referenced: The Dissertation Shift with Todd Fiore How to Feel Good about Feedback with Kel...
Aug 28, 2024•50 min•Ep. 134
Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an email In episode #133, I'm hanging out with Dr. Alan Belcher who will help you crack the code on your dissertation. Alan is an experienced educator, administrator, and consultant, having worked with students in schools at all different levels and in many states and countries. Highlights · Think of your dissertation as a problem to solve. · Your dissertation isn't just a requirement but a skill-building exe...
Aug 07, 2024•37 min•Ep. 133
Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an email In episode #132, I continue my conversation with spacemaker Daniel Sih. If you feel like you struggle with FOCUS, this episode is for you! Listen (or re-listen, yes it is that good) to our fist chat, How to Make Space for Things that Matter, here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1547113/11832398 Highlights Our ability to focuses is declining due to digital distractions, affecting all age groups. Digital media use r...
Jul 17, 2024•30 min•Ep. 132
Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an email In episode I#131, we explore the power of medicinal plants, telomeres, and simple ways to modify your daily routine for more clarity. Jodi Scott is the CEO and founder of Green Goo and is a seasoned visionary in health and wellness. Armed with a master's degree in health psychology and a background in pre-med, she specializes in psycho neuroimmunology exploring the mind body connection and the power of me...
Jul 03, 2024•21 min•Ep. 131
Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an email In episode #130 I hang out with Dr. Tarryn Hoff. Tarryn holds a PhD in Performance Psychology and is an adjunct doctoral Chair at UAGC & Grand Canyon University as well as running two personal training brands: GoTarryn & Peachtree City Personal Training. Highlights Self-Determination Theory (SDT) can help you make sense of your world We have three basic human needs - all of which are challenged during ...
Jun 19, 2024•28 min•Ep. 130
Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an email In episode #129, I chat with Derick Johnson, a US Army Veteran, Life Coach and Trainer that has helped over 500 clients and 50 companies go from just surviving to thriving. Highlights: Performing at your best will likely require breaking OLD PATTERNS Start by ELIMINATING things - What can you get rid of? Food - Write down what you eat everyday for a week. Eye opening! Social Media - What/who are you following ...
Jun 05, 2024•27 min•Ep. 129
Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an email In episode #128, Dr. Deborah Carpenter shares a technique she created during her doctoral process that helped her eat the elephant one bite at a time. This reflective exercise would be useful to ANYONE with the desire to accomplish a goal, because when you have a strong mind, strong body, and strong heart - you can do anything! Ask yourself: What am I intentionally doing to strengthen my... 1. Mind? 2. Body? 3...
May 29, 2024•48 min•Ep. 128
Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an email In episode #127 I chat with Dr. Bijoy John, the founder and medical director of Sleep Wellness Clinics of America and founder of Sleep Fix Academy which offers online courses, podcasts, and other resources to improve sleep quality. Are you ready to make sleep a priority? Connect with Dr. John https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-sleepfix/ https://www.facebook.com/sleepfixacademy/ SHOW ME SOME LOVE Donate with...
May 10, 2024•24 min•Ep. 127
Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an email In episode #126 Ann Swanson, author of Meditation for the Real World, chats about the fascinating science behind meditation, how it can positively impact your relationships, and walks us through some practices – one that can double as a fun party trick! Highlights 🤔 Party Trick Wisdom: A fun way to learn how to trust your gut when you’ve got a tough decision. 🧠 Mindful Misconceptions: Meditation isn't a...
Apr 24, 2024•29 min•Ep. 126
Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an email 🎙️ In episode #125, we dive deep into the fascinating world of one of my ALL-TIME FAVORITE topics: gut health. Listen in as Josh Dech explains why your gut health is more important then your DNA! 👉 Gut Health Basics: Your gut health affects your productivity, emotions, mental clarity, ability to learn, quality of sleep, and more. 🧠 The Gut-Brain Connection: The gut influences the brain and vice versa, makin...
Apr 10, 2024•38 min•Ep. 125
Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an email In episode #124 chat with William Wadsworth, a memory and productivity psychologist, author, and host of the Exam Study Expert podcast. Highlights: 1. If you feel overwhelmed, confused, or frustrated – you are likely simply cognitively overloaded. 2. When you understand Cognitive Load Theory you can combat procrastination and be a more effective learner. 3. Optimize intrinsic load by breaking tasks into manage...
Mar 27, 2024•31 min•Ep. 124
Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an email Aesha Tahir reveals the link between better posture and a pain-free life, less stress, and improved self-confidence. She is an award-winning author, keynote speaker, corporate trainer, and movement specialist who provides trainings on posture and wellness. Her best-selling book “Unhunched: Discover Wellness Through Posture.” If you want visuals watch this on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/50Hoi4NInMY Highlight...
Mar 13, 2024•46 min•Ep. 123
Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an email On this show I chat with Adam Baldy. Adam holds an MA in East Asian Studies and is a PhD student at the University of Arizona. As a Senior IT Systems Analyst at Pima Community College, he blends his in-person and online teaching experience with ed tech management. Highlights · Starting a doctoral program is a big decision (perhaps the biggest decision you will ever make). If at any time you feel pressured to s...
Feb 28, 2024•28 min•Ep. 122
Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an email Let's go on a little adventure and explore what rest means to you. If you haven't already heard my thoughts on self-care as a secret weapon and the role of self-love...check them out here: Unleash Your Genius: The Secret of Self-Care https://www.buzzsprout.com/1547113/6988105 100 Guests Changed My Life (will they change yours?) https://www.buzzsprout.com/1547113/12981214 SHOW ME SOME LOVE Dona...
Feb 14, 2024•11 min•Ep. 121
Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an email This conversation delves into the profound impact of love on personal well-being and its potential to create a more loving world. In this episode I chat with Paul Zolman, a speaker, educator, veteran, entrepreneur, and author of the book " Role of Love: The most effective way to demonstrate love every day. " Paul shares his inspiring journey from a childhood filled with abuse to adopting a mindset th...
Jan 31, 2024•31 min•Ep. 120
Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an email In this episode I welcome back Dr. Allen Roda, author of PhDone. We chat about everything from topic generation to oral defense. Highlights: Don't get married to your research method - changing your method is not the end of the world (we promise!) Being flexible is part of the doctoral process - learning how to respond rather than react is a life-skill that will benefit you beyond your program Alignment i...
Jan 17, 2024•30 min•Ep. 119
Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an email In this episode I welcome back Swami Netyananda , spiritual leader and teacher at Awake Yoga Meditation (known as Dr. Juniper Ellis at Loyola University, Maryland). We dive deep into her book "Awake, the Yoga of Pure Awareness" that delivers a message of hope, resilience, and practical tools for finding inner clarity and peace in challenging times. Get it here: https://amzn.to/41cKtRL Highlights It i...
Jan 03, 2024•32 min•Ep. 118
Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an email In this short but reflective and empowering episode, I invite you to give yourself permission and brace the power of intention to set the tone for a transformative 2024. I was surprised my word: Listening. My mantra for 2024 will be: I am listening. What's yours? email me at: [email protected]. If you enjoyed humming with me, be sure to bookmark episode #54 and hum with me anytime you need to reset...
Dec 20, 2023•7 min•Ep. 117
Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an email In this episode I welcome back Dai Manuel to chat about the "2% Solution" for self-care. We discuss the importance of dedicating 30 minutes daily to personal wellness through movement, meditation, and positive input. Emphasis is placed on the power of small, consistent actions in self-improvement and mental health, while cautioning against the time lost to screen usage. The conversation also touches ...
Dec 06, 2023•31 min•Ep. 116
Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an email #115 Catie is the founder and head editor of CS Phares, a company dedicated to helping academics turn their research into engaging content. Highlights: 1. Engaging writing is valuable currency! 2. Story telling is having a renaissance – it is a way to engage your audience so that your ideas can get out there (everyone loves a story) 3. Academics aren’t taught how to use storytelling to present their research (...
Nov 22, 2023•27 min•Ep. 115
Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an email #114 with Lauren Saunders, PhD. Lauren is the Vice President of Editing and Research for Dissertation Editor, where she previously served as an editor and managing editor. Highlights: · Publishing your dissertation as a book and/or article(s) is a worthwhile endeavor - get your work out there (don’t kid yourself that people, beyond grad students, are going to read your dissertation as is). · The dissertation i...
Nov 08, 2023•28 min•Ep. 114
Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an email #113 with Vinnie Stergin Vinnie is a musician, artist & educator. Over the past 20 years he has taught, coached & inspired hundreds of students from all walks of life to explore their creativity and experience the transformative power of music and specifically “The Mindful Ukulele Method” Highlights: · Playing music and practicing mindfulness allows for a deep experience that taps into the mind-body co...
Oct 25, 2023•19 min•Ep. 113
Send us a text - your number will not show, so if you want a response include an email In episode #112, I invite back Dr. Paul Shaw .Paul is a professional musician, who earned his Ph.D. in Interdisciplinary Studies with a concentration in Humanities and Culture and a certification in Creative Writing. His new book: The Women’s Music Movement: Music as Feminist Praxis 1973-1980, was published in 2023 by Brill Publishing. Our previous conversation is here: #37 The Paul Shaw Story: From Jazz Music...
Oct 11, 2023•35 min•Ep. 112
