Podcasts by Grad School Deconstructed

GSD023 - Relationships from 2023-05-03T01:08

As a grad student, it can sometimes feel that the only relationship you have is with your schoolwork, but we know there are other people in your life, too! In this episode, Jorge, Stephanie, and...

GSD022 - Code Switching from 2023-01-29T14:13

What's the code here!?! Join Rose & Jorge in this episode as they discuss code-switching in graduate school and the challenges surrounding when code-switching occurs. Join them as they share the...

GSD021 - Teaching as a Grad Student from 2022-11-10T16:00

You identify as a student, but a lot of grad school includes teaching others. How do you transition between student to teacher roles as a student? In this episode, we e...

GSD020 - First-Generation Graduate Students from 2022-08-19T13:46:10

Join Rose & Jorge in this episode as they share their unique experiences as first-generation graduate students and explore how graduate school can look for those preparing to embark on that jour...

GSD019 - Grad School Deconstructed, reconstructed from 2022-07-14T20:03:09

In time for the start of the fall semester, we are coming at you with all-new hosts and a slightly new format. 

Welcome to Grad School Deconstructed, reconstructed! 

This podcast e...

GSD018 - Mentors from 2021-11-24T03:31:49

In this episode, Stephanie Marder and guest co-host Dylan Campbell delve into a discussion about cultivating mentoring relationships in grad school. From new grad students to those wh...

GSD 017 – Growing Beyond Academics from 2021-02-03T13:24:32

In this episode of GSD we invite Gina Martin to join us in discussing the idea of personal growth while in grad school. We examine how the range of the challenges w...

GSD016 - Grad Students of the Pandemic from 2020-10-13T20:44:31

In this episode, Phoenix and Stephanie discuss how they have been occupying their time created by the Coronavirus pandemic (surprise!! It isn’t ALL dissertation, either). From gardeni...

GSD015 - A (Dis)connection is Made from 2020-08-07T00:38:07

In this episode, Steph and Phoenix discuss the feelings of disconnection we experience as part of the grad school experience. From the ways disconnection occurs to feeling connected once more to...

GSD014 – Rise of the Phoenix from 2020-06-17T17:37:24

Meet our new GSD co-host, Phoenix!! In this episode, we chat with Phoenix and get discover some of the wonderful things she’s bringing to GSD. We also discuss our hopes and dreams for future GSD...

GSD013 – Love and Homework from 2020-02-23T22:24:01

Clark and Steph chat with Dr. Tony Suarez, an assistant professor at Valparaiso University about his research looking at marriage and graduate school student experiences. Hosts and Tony discuss ...

GSD012 – Finding Your People from 2019-10-06T09:24:36

In grad school, you get by with a little help from your friends. How do you find the network of individuals who eventually become your "people"? Join Steph, Clark, and their very spec...

GSD011 – Break Out of Boring Bookwork from 2019-08-15T13:00:12

In this episode, Clark and Steph share strategies for overcoming boring assignments and for pumping up PowerPoints in graduate school, through the use of technology and innovative onl...

GSD010 - Keep Calm and Conference On (Part 2) from 2019-07-09T17:21:44

It's finally here!! Part 2 of our conference discussion explores how to go from attendee to presenter! Clark and Steph serve the "t" about submitting proposals, common proposal submission proced...

GSD009 – Keep Calm and Conference On (Part 1) from 2019-06-03T11:49:56

Every graduate student faces the dilemma of whether not to attend professional conferences. Per usual, Clark and Steph ‘dish the deets’ about the pros and cons of attending conference...

GSD008 - To GA or not to GA from 2019-05-22T04:09:39

As a graduate student, you will likely have to consider whether or not the option to apply for and/or accept a graduate assistantship (GA). In this episode, Steph and Clark get down 'n' dirty di...

GSD007 – Is the Grass Always Greener? Comparison and Competition in Graduate School from 2019-04-24T15:36:21

Was Theodore Roosevelt wrong when he said “comparison is the thief of joy”? Find out on this show! Hosts Clark and Steph deconstruct the nuances of competition and comparison in graduate school....

GSD006 – Our First Interview: Ashley Waddington from 2019-04-01T15:54:26

Steph and Clark conduct their first interview with Graduate Student Committee Co-Chair, Ashley Waddington. Ashley shares her extensive knowledge on common graduate student concerns such as trans...

GSD005 - When You’re Green Around the Gills from 2019-03-15T17:55:56

Sniffles and sneezes and fevers, oh my! In this episode of GSD, Clark and Stephanie discuss the all-too-familiar feelings of illness and how to navigate being sick while in graduate school. From...

GSD004 - Navigating Relationship Waters from 2019-02-15T17:24:45

Juggling relationships can lead to rough sailing as a graduate student.  From peers to faculty to personal connections, how we develop and/or maintain these connections greatly impacts our grad ...

GSD003 - The Messy Underbelly from 2019-02-05T19:42:59

Steph and Clark discuss the "messy" side of being a graduate student.  How do we fit "life" into a graduate student schedule?  Maintaining social relationships, work responsibilities, and self-c...

GSD002 - Expectations vs. Reality from 2019-01-20T21:00

GSD hosts Clark and Stephanie share their experiences about initial grad school issues: applications, the GRE, professional changes, and establishing new identities as graduate students. Join th...

GSD001 - What is GSD? from 2019-01-05T21:50:35

Join Stephanie and Clark as they introduce themselves and Grad School Deconstructed. Get to know your hosts and hear what GSD hopes to accomplish for graduate students in the coming podcasts.