Observations regarding the realities and awareness of PhD life in India motivated me to launch a podcast series, “Myths of Research and PhD’s Life,” on the YouTube channel Physics and STEM Talks. The platform hosts conversations with researchers and former researchers, highlighting the challenges, experiences, and insights gained during their PhD and research journeys.
"Let’s break the myths. Let’s talk about the real PhD life."
While we often celebrate IAS officers, entrepreneurs, and celebrities in India, the lives of researchers and PhD students remain largely unspoken. This podcast shines a light on their real challenges, breaking the myths around academia and research.
Whether you're an aspiring scholar, a struggling PhD student, or just curious about the academic world, this series is for you.
PhD scholars
Postdoctoral researchers
Professors and academics in India and abroad
Ex-researchers who have transitioned to other careers
🔍 Topics We Explore
Choosing the right supervisor (a journey in itself)
Learning Linux, Overleaf & coding on your own
Mental pressure of slow/no research progress
Publishing delays—6–8 months or more
Why most PhDs go well beyond 5 years
And more untold stories from academia...
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If you're a researcher, postdoc, or professor with your own story to tell, we'd love to feature you.
Email us: physicswithstemtalks@gmail.com
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