The trio discuss the consequences and possibilities associated with diversions from that golden road of a tenure-track job placement. Unicorns and cheese, potatoes and molasses.

The didactic trio reunites to talk about family obligations of the academic during the holidays.  They talk translating academic obligations in to understandable terms for those 9-5ers, and do a podcourse evaluation in anticipation of starting a second season in the spring semester.

The tri..uh, Duo (!) talks about exercise and mental health as they relate to the academic lifestyle. Rachel interviews an academic yogi, while Kristen and Zach encourage listeners to take a nap.

Responding to listener mails, the Didactic trio discusses the decision to return to graduate school and what to expect out of the experience of jumping back in to academia. They interview a very special guest (Rachel’s fiancée) and go hang out with friends for some self-care.

The Didactic Trio becomes the Dietary Trio in this episode, discussing how their eating habits are affected by being stressed-out academics.  Kristen and Rachel bake some zucchini bread and it’s kinda healthy.

The trio engages in a sensual (not really) discussion of the problems academics face in the dating scene.  Tune in to hear stories of love, heartbreak, and copy editing.

The didactic trio talks about achieving the impossible, then goes for an early morning walk.

The didactic trio talks about how to deal with student troubles, and interviews Dr. Jeni Hart for her sage advice on the topic. Then, Zach and Rachel play video games.

The trio interviews some people with anxiety, and talks about the various causes of it in the academy.