educated but confused

In this episode, Avery shares updates on manuscripts currently in review, discusses planning for life after the PhD, and reflects on applying for industry positions while exploring postdoctoral opportunities. Yassine provides an update on his research investigating migraine pain and the brain networks that underlie it, then discusses exciting next steps for his postdoctoral work and his plans to l...

Hello ebc crew- We are back again! We hope you are well! Welcome to episode 2 of season 5 where we share our current research updates, talk about our lives outside of the lab, and have a deep conversation about how we can become better humans. More specifically, Avery speaks upon pushing out their current manuscripts in preparation, preparing the dissertation, and advice on the writing process. Ya...

Hello ebc listeners– Are you still there? We certainly hope so, and we really miss y’all! Welcome to season 5! It’s been a long minute since we have posted, excuse us as we are both in the middle of some pretty intense times in the PhD :) However, the mics are scorching hot again, with some brand new updates and insights. In today’s episode, Avery and Yassine talk about some confusions that have c...

Is science even real anymore? What is real? And do people still believe in science? Just when we thought grad school couldn’t get more chaotic, the NIH funding landscape threw us a curveball. This week, Avery and Yassine dive into the messy realities of pursuing science in uncertain times, from funding struggles to the bigger question of how we connect research to real-world impact. We also check...

It's Year 4 for the Educated But Confused podcast! Join Yassine and Avery for personal and professional updates, a deep dive into the challenges of transitioning after grant work or big deadlines, and the inside scoop on fourth year. Plus, we're spilling the tea and de-stressing with NeeDoh Gumdrops. As always, stay educated and seek confusion! Get connected with us: Contact us for educated though...

Hello, listeners— It is with the deepest honor, respect, and gratitude that we, Avery and Yassine, bring you this truly special episode. Our guest is none other than Dr. Daniel Tranel—Professor of Neurology, Psychological and Brain Sciences, Dean of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies, Senior Director of the Clinical Neurophysiology Fellowship, and Director of the Neuroscience Graduate Program at th...

In today’s episode, Yassine and Avery wrap up their third year of grad school, reflecting on key lessons learned and setting intentions for the year ahead. Join us as we look back, plan forward, and embrace the chaos and clarity of academic life. —As always, stay educated and seek confusion! 💡 Get in touch: 📩 Email us at educatedbutconfused@gmail.com 🎙️ Support the show: Join our Patreon at patr...

In this episode, Avery and Yassine catch up with Val, one of the original hosts of educated but confused who co-founded the show with them before leaving last year after completing his Master’s in Neuroscience at the University of Iowa. Val is now teaching at Southern Oregon University, and we dive into his journey and all the new directions he’s taken in life and work since stepping away from aca...

Hello ebc crew- Routines, repetitive behaviors, habits, good juju, whatever you want to call it, let’s unpack what exactly we do on our day-to-days as graduate students. In this episode, Avery and Yassine take a deep dive into evaluating their current routines, open up about adapting to changes in behaviors due to seasonal shifts, emotional states, and environmental influences, the importance of s...

Hello, EBC crew! Avery and Yassine are back at it again with the green plan(t)z (bad meme reference, but stay with us). In this episode, recorded on a warm July evening in our favorite plant-filled bar, we catch up on our research and personal journeys. We dive into healthy ways to approach imposter syndrome, share our tips for creating an inspo repo and carving out time for intentional reflection...

In this episode, Avery and Yassine reflect on the journey of launching the EBC podcast and share the personal significance this project holds for them. They then dive into updates on their current research endeavors, including Avery’s Prospectus preparation and Yassine’s dissertation project planning. As they explore these topics, they discuss the value of pausing amidst stress to evaluate emotion...

Hello ebc crew! Step into the comforting ambiance of our favorite coffee haunt ~The Java House~ where the aroma of freshly brewed beans mingles with the warmth of candid conversation. With noses sniffly but spirits high, we embark on an enriching journey through the complexities of grant writing, the delicate dance of work-life balance, and the intriguing concept of "Conquering Mount Stupid." From...

Hello EBC Crew! Welcome to another episode where we embark on a journey, from the West to the East and back to the Midwest, exploring life beyond the laboratory. 🌍 Whether it's for better or worse, we're diving into the experiences awaiting us outside those lab walls. In this episode, we delve into a variety of topics, from the intricacies of the NIH’s F31 to the art of writing, maintaining focus...

Christmas is in the air this June, Yassine and Avery share how things went in November and plans for the winter break over some delicious boba tea (the sippage is crazy for you ASMR lovers :)). Yassine talks about F31 application prep, balanced with seeing family and attending conferences- as well as what makes a successful person. Avery discusses an emotional poster preparation, goals for the bre...

Look at us. Hey. Look at us. Look at us. Huh. Who would’ve thought? Not me. EBC CREW WE ARE BACK AND BETTER THAN EVER WE HOPE YOU ARE AS EXCITED AS WE ARE!! Drumroll please! Now announcing the theme of season 3: cut the BS (lol get it), now reporting grad school unhinged. This season we bring you along our individual grad school journeys. In all honesty, the theme of this season is vulnerability a...

It's time for a hiatus. Join hosts Val, Avery, & Yassine in a discussion about transitions. There are big changes on the horizon for each, so tune-in to hear this roundtable chat and navigate this transition with us! Follow us on twitter @theEBCpod ; we appreciate the love. Join our email list to get notified when new episodes drop (and merch in the near future). Thanks for listening, and as a...

Season 2 - we are interviewing people who inspire us. In today's episode, our guest of honor is... Don Robin . Avery and second guest, Noah Waller , talk with Don about our experiences with mentorship. Follow us on twitter @theEBCpod :); we appreciate the love. Thanks for listening :) As always, stay educated and seek confusion. Join our email list to get notified when new episodes drop (and merch...

Season 2 - we are interviewing people who inspire us. In today's episode, our guest of honor is... Teon Brooks ! We discuss Teon’s educational journey and experience as a data scientist. Follow us on twitter @theEBCpod :); we appreciate the love. Thanks for listening :) As always, stay educated and seek confusion. Join our email list to get notified when new episodes drop (and merch in the near fu...

Join our email list to get notified when new episodes drop (and merch in the near future). In today's episode, our guest of honor is... Justin Sipla! We discuss Justin's neuroanatomy course and the concept of free will. Follow us on twitter @theEBCpod :); we appreciate the love. Thanks for listening :) As always, stay educated and seek confusion. FACT CHECK! Do we have volition over walking? Yes,...

Did you miss us?? We are back with a new season where we focus on talking with people who inspire us! Sign up for our mailing list ! Contact us for educated thoughts or general confusions at educatedbutconfused@gmail.com & follow us on twitter @theEBCpod :)

In today's episode, our guest of honor is... Lex Gómez! We discuss Lex's experience finished her dissertation and starting as a postdoctoral position. Join our email list ! Follow us on twitter @theEBCpod; we appreciate the love. Thanks for listening :) As always, stay educated and seek confusion. Fact check! While Pennsylvania and Iowa are close in latitude, they are not the same. Pennsylvania is...

In today's episode, our guest of honor is... Bill Milanick! We discuss Bill's experience with his prospectus. Follow us on twitter @theEBCpod; we appreciate the love. Thanks for listening :) As always, stay educated and seek confusion. Fact check! While in space, do bones lose density? Up to 2% of bone density per month is lost when astronauts spend prolonged periods of time in space. Source Does...

In today's episode, our guest of honor is... Gage Liddiard! We discuss Gage's experience taking his comprehensive exam. Follow us on twitter @theEBCpod; we appreciate the love. Thanks for listening :) As always, stay educated and seek confusion. Fact check! Does Yassine glow in the dark? Yassine does not in fact glow in the dark - trust us, we tried. Resveratrol health benefits? Resveratrol has be...

In today's episode, our guest of honor is... Mekhla Singhania! We discuss Mekhla's experience preparing for her comprehensive exam. Follow us on twitter @theEBCpod; we appreciate the love. Thanks for listening :) As always, stay educated and seek confusion. Fact check! The term theory of mind was established in the 1978 paper by David Premack and Guy Woodruff . Theory of mind refers to the ability...

Hello, and welcome to season 1. In today’s episode, our guest of honor is… Kayla Howerton! Follow us on twitter @theEBCpod; we appreciate the love. Thank you for listening :) As always, stay educated and seek confusion. -Val, Yassine, Avery. Fact Check: According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service , bread and baked goods with mold should be discarded as they...