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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.

Presented out of order. On this episode we talk to Anne about homesickness, monuments and the challenges of 'difficult' history. Hosts this episode: Ana and Althea

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

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 cross-dressing drunken missionaries in China. Hosts this episode: Georgia and Althea.

In Episode 3 we meet co-host Joely. She talks about doing her SECOND PhD, and using ancient magic to manage stress about your winter panel. It's very cool. Hosts this episode: Ana and Althea.

In Episode 2 we meet another co-host. Georgia talks about a feisty French photographer, getting disagreeable at the pub quiz, and throwing away a perfectly good career to be a researcher. Hosts this episode: Althea and Ana.