What does it really take to pursue a PhD while raising two children, juggling work life, and living through a global pandemic? 

In this special guest episode, I sit down with Dr Milensu Shanyinde from the Work Academic Mum blog, a Zambian-born, now UK-based Lead Medical Statistician whose journey through academia has been anything but conventional.

From unexpected detours to quiet triumphs, Milensu shares how she navigated life, learning, and identity in spaces where she often stood out—and stood strong. 

Whether you're a Scholarly Mama® or simply someone chasing big goals, this episode will challenge your perspective on success, resilience, and what’s possible when you refuse to quit.

Tune in for a conversation that’s honest, inspiring, and full of moments that just might surprise you!

Visit Dr Shanyinde's Work Academic Mum blog or follow her on Instagram.

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