As the fall semester comes to an end Steve and Caleb update each other on some potential successful experiments in the lab and recap their Thanksgiving Break. Steve speaks of just how important it can be to take some time off from the lab. Then, the guys discuss some methods for teaching and some difficulties of teaching.

Next, Caleb details what a PhD Candidacy exam is and as usual the guys take a couple left turns and end up talking about some general life strategies such as working harder than everyone else. This leads Steve to talk about a recent podcast series he listened to. The podcast tells the terrifying story of a neurosurgeon, Dr. Chirstophe Duntsch (AKA Dr. Death), who took that strategy to the extreme resulting in a nightmare.

Finally, the guys update the #noslacknovemeber goals, and get back into the routine with a heavy dose of science this episode!