Podcast Episodes

Mental Health, Motivation, and Meaning in the PhD Journey – With Dr. Agnieszka Piotrowska

Season 7 Episode 12

Why do we really pursue a PhD—and what happens when the reason no longer feels valid? In this honest and powerful conversation, host David Mendes is joined by Dr. Agnieszka Piotrowska—founder of The …

Published on 8 hours ago

From NASA to Nexus: Turning Science Into Impact with Arnaud Stiepen

Season 7 Episode 11

How do you turn a PhD in astrophysics into a career making science accessible to everyone?
In this inspiring episode, Arnaud Stiepen - science communicator, TV host, and founder of Nexus by Arnaud St…

Published on 5 days, 19 hours ago

L’avenir après les études supérieures – Table ronde d'ouverture J2R 2025

Season 7 Episode 10

Dans cet épisode spécial enregistré en direct à l’UQAR lors des Journées de la relève en recherche 2025 de l’ACFAS, David Mendes anime la table ronde d’ouverture intitulée « L’avenir après les études…

Published on 1 week, 1 day ago

From Executive to Passionpreneur – Career Reinvention with George Appling

Season 7 Episode 9

What happens when a high-powered executive walks away from a billion-dollar corporate role to build a life of passion-driven ventures? In this episode of Beyond the Thesis with Papa PhD, David speaks…

Published on 2 weeks, 5 days ago

Clarity vs Complexity - Branding for Researchers With Michael Dargie

Season 7 Episode 8

What if your academic CV is working against you? This week on Beyond the Thesis with Papa PhD, creative strategist and branding expert Michael Dargie joins David Mendes to reframe how researchers can…

Published on 4 weeks ago

Débuter en diplomatie scientifique - Sept profils de scientifiques en résidence à l'étranger

Season 7 Episode 7

Dans cet épisode spécial d'Horizon PhD, je t’emmène à la rencontre de sept PhDs qui ont choisi une voie peu connue, mais pleine de sens : devenir scientifique en résidence dans une délégation du Québ…

Published on 1 month ago

Bending Time, Beating Burnout, and Building a Career You Love with Michelle Niemeyer

Season 7 Episode 6

In this episode of Beyond the Thesis with Papa PhD, I talk with Michelle Niemeyer - speaker, coach, and former attorney - about how to stay sharp, productive, and joyful without burning out. After ex…

Published on 1 month, 1 week ago

From Burnout to Balance – Lexi Reid on Healing and Reinventing Your STEM Career

Season 7 Episode 5

How do you go from scientist to science-informed coach helping women in STEM manage stress and avoid burnout?

In this powerful episode of Beyond the Thesis with Papa PhD, I sit down with Lexi Reid - …

Published on 1 month, 2 weeks ago

PhD to Industry – Navigating Career Growth & Mentorship with Katerina Thomas

Season 7 Episode 4

What happens after you land your first job post-PhD? For many researchers, the transition from academia is just the beginning. In this episode of Beyond the Thesis with Papa PhD, Katerina Thomas join…

Published on 1 month, 3 weeks ago

Enseigner au Cégep - Indépendance, rigueur et épanouissement avec Mathieu Bélisle

Season 7 Episode 3

Dans cet épisode d’Au-delà de la thèse avec Papa PhD, je reçois l’essayiste et professeur Mathieu Bélisle. Ensemble, nous revisitons son parcours universitaire marqué par des doutes, des abandons et …

Published on 2 months ago