GradSchoolGrad - US Policy & IR Programs Podcast

Perspectives and observations that are specific to one grad student's experiences in policy graduate school.

A perspective on what is broadly considered innovative policy grad school research in demand by the popular market, and how academia can on occasion challenge innovative research production.

Broad overview of international students in policy grad programs via the stats and illustrative anecdotes to reflect frequently noted trends. *Note - this is taken from a US student perspective.

A consideration framework for selecting and shifting the policy focus area in policy grad school.

A perspective of how to think about politically-oriented roles after Policy/IR grad school (US student-focused).

A perspective on when it makes sense and doesn't make sense to shoot for a PhD with a Policy or IR professional grad degree en route.

An Independent's take on what has been observed/shared on how those who identify as policy conservatives manage attending policy graduate school as a distinctly noticed minority population.

A perspective of the 5 easiest and 5 hardest policy areas to find a sustainable, well-paying, and good work-life balance job in.

A perspective on security studies vs. general IR grad program for those interested in national security careers (most relevant for US students)

A perspective of some 10 warnings signs to watch out for when considering a Policy or IR Grad. This is meant for prospective students to evaluate schools under consideration for attendance.