In part 2 of our wellbeing special we talk about mental health, the importance of coffee breaks, and what to do if you hit crisis point.

In part 1 of our 2-part wellbeing special, Ana and Georgia share some of the wellbeing challenges they've faced this year with Joely and Althea. We focus on impostor syndrome, time management and how to avoid comparing yourself to others.

George joins us for an XL episode where we discuss (among other things) saunas, conspiracy theories, 'mat-based cuddling' and the therapeutic benefits of being punched in the face. We also talk about his History PhD which deals with Cyprus, Communism, and conceptions of the 'Third World'. Come for the serious historical conversations, stay for the off-topic nonsense. Hosts this episode: Georgia and Ana.

Sam joins us to talk about how a DVD of 'JFK' set him on the path to PhD (that's a lot of initialisms!) Hosts this week: Ana and Althea

History researcher and lovely Canadian Anne joins us for a discussion on race, memorials and homesickness. Hosts this episode: Ana and Althea

Jess Mancuso joins us to talk about her research into lesbian visibility in queer space. We also talk about trying to separate your studies from your life, and how to conduct fieldwork in a nightclub. Hosts this episode: Ana and Georgia

As part of LGBT history month, we're focusing on LGBT+ researchers and their projects. This week, sociologist Jaime joins us to talk about his work on 'bugchasing' and how he juggles an intense workload. This episode deals with sexual themes and some content that listeners may find challenging. Hosts this episode: Ana and Georgia.

In this episode we finally meet Ana, the creator of the podcast and frequent co-host. We talk about surviving your first panel, and learn about drunken cross-dressing missionaries in China.

In Episode 3 we meet co-host Joely, who talks about doing a SECOND PhD and how to use ancient magic to manage stress about your winter panel. It's very cool.

In the second episode we meet co-host Georgia. She talks about her research, getting drunk and disagreeable at pub quizzes, throwing away a perfectly good career and a feisty French photographer.