In this episode Dr. Palesa Nqambaza takes us through her post PhD journey. After years of focusing on completing the PhD, one can forget what it is to fully live outside the PhD. From identity crisis, to toxic academic culture and navigating life after the PhD - we pretty much discuss it all.

In this episode, join us as Dr. Lebogang Mokwena shares her writing journey. Currently immersed in writing her debut book, Dr. Mokwena takes us through the motivations behind her decision to write, her transition into academia, and the challenges she has encountered along the way. We explore what it means to navigate traditional research frameworks within the complex context of Africa, focusing on insights drawn from her experiences in South Africa