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Late-night podcast where I speak with PhDs about their research subjects, their decision on studying it and its importance throughout academic life. A podcast of entertainment and education, whose aim is to approach students and graduates who want to go through their future careers inside or outside of academia with a PhD and for those who are on a moment of uncertainty in continuing their studies... more

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Thank you for tuning in to PhD Lounge, you'll become a Doctor of Philosophy by immersing yourself into the latest topics of the PhD Universe

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PhD life has a way of leaking into everything, especially conversation. You meet f... more

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Thank you for tuning in to PhD Lounge, you'll become a Doctor of Philosophy by immersing yourself into the latest topics of the PhD Universe

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Katie Rees holds a PhD in genetics from the Cardiff Metropolitan University, is a W... more

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Thank you for tuning in to PhD Lounge, you'll become a Doctor of Philosophy by immersing yourself into the latest topics of the PhD Universe

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Andrea Grandi, PhD, holds a PostDoc in Pharma at the University of Parma and former... more

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Thank you for tuning in to PhD Lounge, you'll become a Doctor of Philosophy by immersing yourself into the latest topics of the PhD Universe

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A World Cup XI where everyone did their homework: PhDs, MBAs, and BAs across the pi... more

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Thank you for tuning in to PhD Lounge, you'll become a Doctor of Philosophy by immersing yourself into the latest topics of the PhD Universe

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Louise O’Brien is an Egyptologist and Ancient Historian specialising in Roman Egypt... more

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Thank you for tuning in to PhD Lounge, you'll become a Doctor of Philosophy by immersing yourself into the latest topics of the PhD Universe

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Jack Cooper, PhD, is a Paleobiologist from Swansea University, science write and pu... more

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Thank you for tuning in to PhD Lounge, you'll become a Doctor of Philosophy by immersing yourself into the latest topics of the PhD Universe

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As the World Cup 2026 is underway, did you know there is only one professional foot... more

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Thank you for tuning in to PhD Lounge, you'll become a Doctor of Philosophy by immersing yourself into the latest topics of the PhD Universe

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Ersin Hussein, PhD, is an ancient historian whose work centres on the history and m... more

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Turid Knaak
German international footballer with a PhD in special needs education; former player
Athletic career with Wolfsburg; pundit for The Zone and Sky; analyst at Impact
Episode: Solo Session: The only Footballer to play a World Cup and hold a PhD
Nigel Pollard
PhD in classical archaeology; academic and former supervisor
University of Swansea? (mentioned as supervisor)
Episode: Late-Night Talk: Nigel Pollard, PhD, and Stephen Harrison, PhD. The PhD After The PhD
Stephen Harrison
PhD in classics/ancient history; academic and former supervisor
University of Swansea? (mentioned as supervisor)
Episode: Late-Night Talk: Nigel Pollard, PhD, and Stephen Harrison, PhD. The PhD After The PhD
Sean Sullivan
Historian specializing in early modern England and the English Civil Wars
Episode: Late-Night Talk. Sean Sullivan. A Historian Explains How Words Like Nation Fueled The English Civil Wars
Angelina Giovani Agha
Guest, provenance researcher and founder of Source
Source / Art Market Academy
Episode: Late-Night Talk: Angelina Giovani Agha. Source: An App like Uber to Reach Archives Worldwide
Angelo Robles
PhD candidate in neuroscience and lipidomics working with zebrafish; focus on plasmalogen lipids and brain development
Independent researcher / PhD candidate in neuroscience
Episode: Late-Night Talk: Angelo Robles. What Counts As Proof When Science Is Uncertain
Jessica Diehl
Founder of Publish It! and academic writer
Publish It!
Episode: Late-Night Talk: Jessica Diehl, PhD. How To Turn Solid Research Into A Publishable Journal Paper.
Sam Webster
Anatomist, lecturer, and YouTuber known for the Dissectable Me and anatomy teaching videos
Cardiff University (implied by context)
Episode: Late-Night Talk: Sam Webster, PhD. Anatomy, Gaming, and what a PhD Really Teaches.
Miriam Beyers
Founder of WonTime, time-management and productivity coach for PhDs
WonTime
Episode: Late-Night Talk: Jade Goodwin, Miriam Beyers, PhD and Nathan John. Two Entrepreneurs and a Careers Advisor having a Round Table

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Late-Night Talk: Ewelina Kurtys, PhD: FinalSpark and Biocomputing
Q: What are the main investor challenges for FinalSpark given the long timelines and high risk?
Investors are cautious due to long timelines and high risk, especially in the current climate where short-term returns are favored; the project's scale (targeting around 50 million USD) makes it hard to attract traditional venture funding, though individuals do show interest.
Late-Night Talk: Ewelina Kurtys, PhD: FinalSpark and Biocomputing
Q: What motivated you to move from lab work into commercial, tech-focused roles?
Networking and trial-and-error showed me there are many smaller, technically focused companies where I could apply my neuroscience background. I transitioned to sales, business development, and marketing for deep-tech projects, leveraging my ability to understand complex topics.
Late-Night Talk: Ewelina Kurtys, PhD: FinalSpark and Biocomputing
Q: What was your academic background and PhD path before landing at FinalSpark?
I completed two master's degrees in Pharmacy and Biotechnology in Poland, studied in Belgium and Italy, and did a PhD in neuroscience in the Netherlands focused on brain inflammation and its relation to disease progression, followed by a postdoc at King's College London before moving into commercial biotech and AI applications.
Late-Night Talk: Daria Levina, PhD. Two PhDs and Beyond: Making Education Accessible for Everyone, securing competitive funding against all odds, and more...
Q: How important is networking and community in securing academic opportunities, especially for PhDs?
Networking is presented as a major asset—conferences, mentors, and professional communities create opportunities that are often more accessible in academia than in industry. A warm, ongoing network helps with visibility, collaboration, and potential funding avenues, reducing isolation common in doctoral work.
Late-Night Talk: Daria Levina, PhD. Two PhDs and Beyond: Making Education Accessible for Everyone, securing competitive funding against all odds, and more...
Q: What makes a strong research proposal for PhD funding and admission, and how should applicants convey personal relevance?
A strong proposal should clearly articulate the real-world problem, demonstrate sustained interest, show how the candidate's background aligns with the project, and balance novelty with existing expertise. The admissions committee looks for a credible track record and a persuasive rationale for why the degree is essential to the applicant's goals.

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What is PhD Lounge about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A late-night, informal interview series centered on PhD life, research subjects, and the paths that follow doctoral study. Episodes mix personal career journeys with practical guidance for navigating academia and industry, often weighing the value of a PhD in real-world settings, mentoring experiences, and strategies for communicating research beyond the academy. The conversations frequently spotlight transferable skills, time management, entrepreneurship, and the evolving job landscape for humanities and sciences alike, making it a practical resource for students, postdocs, and early-career researchers weighing their next moves. A standout trait is the casual, drink-and-chat vibe that makes complex academic topics approachable while offeri... more

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1. Turid Knaak
2. Nigel Pollard
3. Stephen Harrison
4. Sean Sullivan
5. Angelina Giovani Agha
6. Angelo Robles
7. Jessica Diehl
8. Sam Webster

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