Best Jakeb Watts Podcasts (2024)

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Its Freakin' Bats, I Love Halloween w/ Rachel Henderson | S2 EP 28 1:34:45

4M ago1:34:45

1:34:45

Today I am joined by Rachel Henderson and in this episode we discuss our thoughts on corporate policy work schedules, “psychologist in training”, moving from Texas to Indiana, small school, doing research as an undergrad, the gleeification of small schools, how our perspectives change as we grow, Gen z having kids, growing up queer, living in rural…

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That’d Be A Fun Little Side Adventure w/ Harley Powell | S2 EP 27 1:45:42

4M ago1:45:42

1:45:42

Today I am joined by Harley Powell!! In this episode Harley and I discuss being summer birthdays, anxieties about turning 25, how she did clinical hours between undergrad and PA school to get more experience, the growing recognition of PA as a career, her path through undergrad and how she found her passion for being a physician’s assistant, her de…

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Yeah Babe, Pull That Ladder Up Behind You w/ Camille Pushman | S2 EP 26 1:29:45

4M ago1:29:45

1:29:45

In this episode I am joined by PhD Student Camille Pushman! In this episode we discuss first-gen students, going to Indiana University, Camille's path through undergrad, the privilege within academia, unwritten rules in academia, the grad school application process, importance of being a person outside of science, being gen Z in lab, academic twitt…

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I'm Just Gonna Be Me w/ Natalia Hubbs, Ph.D. | S2 EP 25 1:09:37

5M ago1:09:37

1:09:37

In this episode I am joined by one of my own professors from my Alma mater Dr. Natalia Hubbs! In this episode Dr. Hubbs and I discuss how she came to the US at two from Poland, her path to undergrad, how she got started in research, her first “quarter-life crisis”, going up for tenure, struggling with impostor syndrome, having strong female role mo…

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I Do Not Regret My Decision w/ Allison Reardon | S2 EP 24 57:17

5M ago57:17

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Today I am joined by Chemistry PhD student Allison Reardon. In this episode we talk about Allison's path to studying chemistry, what undergrad was like, graduating in 2020 during the pandemic, the glory days of twitter (now called "X"), using her classical studies minor in real life, the benefits of going to a liberal arts school, the grad school a…

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If You’re Gonna Be A Mess…Be A Hot One w/ Kailey Fugate M.A. | S2 EP 23 59:23

5M ago59:23

59:23

Today I am joined by the wonderful Kailey Fugate. In this episode Kailey and I discuss our origin story, Midwest culture, the winter months, Kailey navigating academia with Dyslexia, how she got involved in media projects in undergrad, her extent in the podcast realm, what motivated her to pursue graduate school, the importance of trying and taking…

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No One’s Perfect Except For Me w/ Kristen Hillegas | S2 EP 22 1:03:03

5M ago1:03:03

1:03:03

I am joined by my good friend and Bryophyte legend in the making Kristen Hillegas. In this episode Kristen and I discuss her interest in herbalism, bryophytes, finding her path after graduation, getting experience in her field, what motivated her to pursue a PhD, her inspirations for doing a PhD instead of a masters, finding grad school programs, t…

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But Who Are WE To Judge? w/ Reece Hunter | S2 EP 21 1:49:21

6M ago1:49:21

1:49:21

Today I am joined by the hilarious Reece Hunter. In this episode we lean into the "semi" of The Semi-Professional Academic Podcast where Reece and I discuss undergrad experiences, what it was like growing up in rural communities, pursuing higher education, importance of queer representation, importance of having supportive mentors, being gay in STE…

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A Certain Male...That I...Knew w/ Sydney Claypoole (From The Vault) | S2 EP 20 1:07:05

6M ago1:07:05

1:07:05

Due to record errors I originally believed this episode was lost. In it's loss I filmed a new episode with Sydney Claypoole and silently mourned the loss. Upon the discovery of finding this gem I was elated but decided to keep in the vault. However, given the fact its the podcast's 1 year anniversary, I figured you all deserve something special. So…

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A Message From Jakeb 3:22

6M ago3:22

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A message of thanks to you all for supporting the show and celebrating the podcast's 1 YEAR ANNIVERSARY!!! Thank you all so much! Follow us! Facebook: The Semi-Professional Academic Podcast Tiktok: @tspapod Twitter: @tspapod Instagram: @tspapod Threads: @tspapod Youtube: The Semi-Professional Academic Podcast…

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Little Hair Flip I’m Doing It w/ Caroline Millard | S2 EP 19 55:33

6M ago55:33

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Chemistry PhD student and Organic Chemistry legend in the making Caroline Millard is this week's special guest. In this episode we talk about how Caroline graduated in the pandemic, what motivated her to pursue graduate school, moving to a new city, combating impostor syndrome, the importance of having a supportive mentor, and so much more! You DO …

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It's Not Funny "Haha" But It's Funny w/ Jesse Couture, Ph.D. | S2 EP 18 1:03:31

6M ago1:03:31

1:03:31

In this episode Jesse tells us about his journey through undergrad, why its important to know if you’re ready to pursue a degree, doing a postdoc position online, coming to the US from Canada, his experience in the application process, teaching at an R1 institution, his gratitude to his partner who has supported his endeavors in academia, and the i…

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Why Are You So Upset? I Don't Know Girl w/ Madeline Lucas PA-C | S2 EP 17 1:05:27

6M ago1:05:27

1:05:27

Today I am joined by the wonderful Madeline Lucas. In this episode we discuss Madeline's path to college, what motivated her to transfer, her journey through finding her way in the medical field, and so much more! Follow us! TikTok: @tspapod Instagram: @tspapod Bluesky: @tspapod.bsky.social Twitter: @tspapod Threads: @tspapod Facebook: The Semi-Pro…

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That's Just Big Truck Energy w/ Tim Cunningham, Ph.D. | S2 EP 16 1:22:24

7M ago1:22:24

1:22:24

Happy Mid-Season Premiere! Today I am joined by the one and only Tim Cunningham! Tim is a former professor who is currently pursuing a career in industry. In this episode we discuss his path to chemistry, the road to grad school, becoming a professor, teaching during the pandemic, becoming a father during the pandemic, and why he ultimately steppin…

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I Wrote My Name, I’m Going To Get A Margarita Now w/ Nick Surette Schmitt MBA | S2 EP 15 55:52

9M ago55:52

55:52

Happy Mid-Season Finale!!! Today I am joined by the wonderful Nick Schmitt. In this episode we discuss Nick’s journey through undergrad, switching majors from Biology to Psychology, transferring his Junior year, his career pivots, how he met his husband, our mutual admiration of Taylor Swift, how he got interested in data analytics, and the importa…

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This Rabbit Didn't Give A $hit w/ Katie Perry | S2 EP 14 59:05

9M ago59:05

59:05

Today I am joined by the college athlete turned med student Katie Perry. We discuss Katie's private school upbringing, being a student in STEM, being a college athlete, the realities of impostor syndrome, importance of finding a mentor whose mentorship style matches what you need, and so much more. Follow Us: TikTok: @tspapod Instagram: @tspapod Tw…

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It’s Fine We’re Real People, Talking About Real Things, Sending You To Real Therapy w/ Olivia Waldridge | S2 EP 13 1:23:54

9M ago1:23:54

1:23:54

Today I am joined by the outstanding Olivia Waldridge. Tune in as we discuss her Floridian origin, her journey to her undergrad institution, the importance of having a supportive mentor in grad school, the reality of battling impostor syndrome, the validation in publications, and the fulfillment you get once you allow yourself to switch your intere…

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I'm A Lot But It's Fine w/ Alexis VandenBerg | S2 EP 12 1:02:10

10M ago1:02:10

1:02:10

Today I am joined by the hilarious, talented, and passionate Alexis VandenBerg. In this episode we talk about Alexis’ journey through undergrad, our friendship, how she found her masters program, her current job, her thoughts on her future her interests in field work, and her feelings on gizzard shad. Follow Us: TikTok: @tspapod Instagram: @tspapod…

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They Are Little Houseplants With Feelings w/ Skyler Coomer Leightner | S2 EP 11 1:08:06

10M ago1:08:06

1:08:06

The best people in life are free and this week’s guest is no exception. Today I am joined by my childhood bestie Skyler Coomer Leightner. On this week’s episode we discuss our friendship, healthy competition, the importance of learning the art of not caring, how Skye had to navigate being a first year teacher in the pandemic, how she’s pursuing her…

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Check The Throwback Pics, I Been That Bishh w/ Cyla Walls | S2 EP 10 48:14

10M ago48:14

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Today I am joined by the wonderful and talented Cyla Walls. Today Cyla and I discuss her pre-health journey in undergrad, how she switched her major, how she found an accelerated nursing program, the importance of taking care of yourself, finding an outlet for fun away from work and school, and to not place limits on yourself. Follow us! Facebook: …

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Circle K Is A Respawn Point w/ Ben Payton | S2 EP 9 1:03:14

10M ago1:03:14

1:03:14

There's no bonus points for color coding your notes in this episode! Today I am joined by the exceptional Ben Payton. He tells us about his life, his journey to undergrad, how he found his area of study in Chemistry, the struggles with impostor syndrome, and so much more. Have you checked on your bathroom couch?? IYKYK Follow Us: TikTok: @tspapod I…

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Is It Strength Or Is It Just Delusion? w/ Steven Li | S2 EP 8 1:04:47

10M ago1:04:47

1:04:47

Today I am joined by medical student and fellow Swiftie Steven Li. We discuss Taylor Swift (of course), Steven's adventures in undergrad, graduating in the pandemic, his journey to medical school and the endurance needed, and his feelings for this school year! Follow us! TikTok: @tspapod Instagram: @tspapod Twitter: @tspapod Threads: @tspapod Faceb…

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Is This My New Rap Name?? White Cheddar? w/ Shaun Edmonds, Ph.D. | S2 EP 7 1:30:33

11M ago1:30:33

1:30:33

This week I am joined by the wonderful Dr. Shaun Edmonds. Tune in as we discuss Shaun's academic journey, his lessons learned through studying abroad, his work in the understanding of body image in the queer community, being openly queer in the workplace, being openly queer in academia and so much more! Follow us! TikTok: @tspapod Instagram: @tspap…

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At The Time I Did Try And Drown Her A Little Bit w/ Dahlia Martinez | S2 EP6 1:00:03

11M ago1:00:03

1:00:03

Today I am joined by my fellow grad school baddie Dahlia Martinez. In this episode Dahlia tells us about growing up playing water polo, her Pre-Med journey, how she pivoted to biology and environmental science, her journey through grad school, and how she has found that standing up for yourself makes people respect you more. Follow us: Facebook: Th…

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Pivoting To City Girl Vibes w/ Jaelyn Millon MEd | S2 EP 5 1:01:41

11M ago1:01:41

1:01:41

In this episode I am joined by the pivoting queen Jaelyn Millon. We discuss her experience growing up around the world, learning to be more confident in herself, being honest with her queerness, choosing happiness, and the value in pivoting to what will make you happy. Follow us! Facebook: The Semi-Professional Academic Podcast Tiktok: @tspapod Twi…

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Yes I'm A Doctor But At What Cost Financially And Emotionally? w/ Olivia Ellson DPT | S2 EP 4 58:28

11M ago58:28

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Today I am joined by the amazing and recently graduated Doctor Olivia Ellson. Tune in as we discuss her journey through undergrad, what motivated her to pursue physical therapy, why she chose to do an accelerated program, and so much more! Be sure to follow our socials so you never miss an update or episode drop! Instagram: @tspapod Threads: @tspap…

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I Don't Think I'd Get Along With Someone Who Doesn't Need Therapy w/ Kaylee Smith | S2 EP 3 59:56

12M ago59:56

59:56

On this week episode of the pod I chat with my fellow undergrad and international travel homie Kaylee Smith. We discuss the origin of our friendship, Kaylee's childhood, how Kaylee got interested in science, the spice of life (trauma), and how through believing and being confident in herself Kaylee has grown into a more fully realized and secure ve…

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I Can't Fall Asleep Until I Hear Gasolina w/ Alli Andrews | S2 EP 2 53:31

12M ago53:31

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This week I am joined by new graduate Alli Andrews as we discuss her journey to discovering education as her passion, the many routes you can take as a 20 year old, the post grad experience, and prepping for her first year of teaching. Follow us! Facebook: The Semi-Professional Academic Podcast Tiktok: @tspapod Twitter: @tspapod Instagram: @tspapod…

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$hit There Goes My ASMR Career w/ Louis Holbrook | S2 EP 1 1:05:09

12M ago1:05:09

1:05:09

Welcome everyone to our Season 2 debut! To kick off our sophomore season we are joined by the wonderful, talented, and lovely Louis Holbrook. In this episode we discuss being intent with our time, our attempt at an ASMR career, our friendship, spring break, and the transition into adulthood from undergrad. Be sure to follow us! Twitter: @tspapod In…

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Mic Check 15:54

1y ago15:54

15:54

IT IS SEASON FINALE!!! Enjoy this short episode of both unaired clips and some of my favorite moments from the season. Blame my computer for deleting my footage haha. Thank you for supporting the podcast! I'll see yall back in the fall for season 2!!! Follow us! Facebook: The Semi-Professional Academic Podcast Tiktok: @tspapod Twitter: @tspapod Ins…

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The Abs Are The Window To The Soul As People Say w/ Alex Wible | S1 E 13 1:12:28

1y ago1:12:28

1:12:28

Today I am joined by my international travel gal pal Alex Wible. We discuss the origins of our friendship, me playing Cupid for her, the importance of action in the workplace by administration, and of course our tales of our many castles in Ireland iykyk. Follow us! Facebook: The Semi-Professional Academic Podcast Tiktok: @tspapod Twitter: @tspapod…

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When I Tell You It's a Battle It Is A BATTLE w/ Torri Boldery M.S. | S1 EP 12 1:45:51

1+ y ago1:45:51

1:45:51

This week I am joined by the TSPAPod super fan and my fellow 812 homie Torri Boldery. We discuss growing up in Southern Indiana, pursuing higher education, the challenges ones faces doing so, thesis, and Taylor Swift. Follow us! Facebook: The Semi-Professional Academic Podcast Tiktok: @tspapod Twitter: @tspapod Instagram: @tspapod Threads: @tspapod…

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When I Am In A Room By Myself I Am F***ing Hysterical w/ Josh Poland M.S. | S1 EP 11 1:13:54

1+ y ago1:13:54

1:13:54

Today I am joined by my good friend Josh Poland. In classic Jake and Josh fashion we get sidetracked about random things, Josh forgets what show we're on, and I laugh at way too may things but somehow we get a good interview in. We talk about Josh's academic career, his thesis, applying for graduate school, and what he hopes for the future. Tune in…

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Nothing Was Horribly Broken; Nobody Died w/ Valerie "Val" Thompson | S1 EP 10 56:07

1+ y ago56:07

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Today I'm joined by the Ohio native, hilarious, and talented Valerie "Val" Thompson. In this episode we discuss her softball career, how she grew up being taught the value of being a steward to the environment, how she decided upon doing her masters, how she has made the most of her time during graduate school, and reflecting upon the lessons she's…

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I'm In This Fishbowl And There Is All These Awards Around Me w/ CJ Karns | S1 EP 9 56:55

1+ y ago56:55

56:55

For this episode I am joined by the wonderful CJ Karns. We discuss her time with community college , undergrad experiences, many awards, battle with imposter syndrome, being co-advised by professors in two different departments, and the importance of supporting other researchers. Follow us! Instagram: @tspapod Twitter: @TSPAPod Follow CJ! Instagram…

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If It's Not Fun...RUN w/ Grace Phillips | S1 EP 8 1:05:35

1+ y ago1:05:35

1:05:35

In this episode I am joined by my good friend Grace Phillips as we discuss their journey through academia, how Grace used school and extracurriculars to cope with their anxiety, being a double major with a double minor, pursuing graduate school while working, the importance of diverse voices, and that prioritizing your own happiness and mental heal…

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Forget About It We'll Fix It In Post w/ Dionicio "Dio" Sierra-Visoso | S1 EP 7 1:18:36

1+ y ago1:18:36

1:18:36

On this week's episode of the podcast I am joined by good friend and Fraternity brother Dionicio "Dio" Sierra-Visoso. We discuss Dio's childhood, how we became friends, his undergrad journey and stories, what it was like going to school and working in the pandemic, and his plans for the future. Follow us! Instragram: @tspapod Twitter: @tspapod Foll…

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Don't Move In Fear; Move In Belief Of Yourself w/ Katrina "Kat" Christian | S1 EP 6 56:35

1+ y ago56:35

56:35

Today I am joined by an old friend Katrina "Kat" Christian. For this episode Kat tells us what it is like growing up in a small town, earning an Associate's Degree while still in high school, the pressures of being a college athlete, how she found peace as well as growth in her vulnerability in undergrad, the plan she has for her education in her M…

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Show Up For Others But Also Show Up For Yourself w/ Abigail Estes | S1 EP 5 1:05:39

1+ y ago1:05:39

1:05:39

In this episode of the podcast I sit down with Abigail, or as I call her "Gail", Estes. With us both being from undergrad and having First-Year 101 together we talk about our relationship as day 1 friends, the experiences in undergrad, adjusting to the global pandemic in both work and academic settings, the importance of being there for others, and…

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Have Goals But Let Go Of Expectations w/ Maddie Foley Part 2 | S1 EP 4 43:31

1+ y ago43:31

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In this episode I sit down with my undergrad homegirl Maddie Foley. In part two of this two part series we finish the story about the Spontaneous Minnow Duplication Theory, Maddie being my lifeline during quarantine, being neurodivergent in academia, importance of putting your health first, and the Jakeb & Maddie signature McDonald's order. Follow …

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Have Goals But Let Go Of Expectations w/ Maddie Foley Part 1 | S1 EP 3 50:01

1+ y ago50:01

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In this episode I sit down with my undergrad homegirl Maddie Foley. In part one of this two part series we reminisce about our friendship, academic goals, undergrad stories, motivations for working, life in industry, and the introduction of the Spontaneous Minnow Duplication Theory. Follow us! Instragram: @tspapod Twitter: @tspapod Follow Maddie an…

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Take Your Wins And Embrace Your Losses w/ Carly Nau | S1 EP 2 47:06

1+ y ago47:06

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My good friend Carly Nau joins us for our second episode! We dive into her growing up in Manhattan, IL, her motivation for pursuing psychology, and her plans for the future! Join us as we discuss the importance of utilizing your resources, taking your wins, and embracing your losses. Follow us! Instagram: @tspapod Twitter: @tspapod Tiktok: @tspapod…

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Just Because I'm POOR Doesn't Mean I Can't DREAM w/ Savannah Ettien parts 1 & 2 | S1 EP 1 1:36:46

1+ y ago1:36:46

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Hello everyone and welcome to The-Semi Professional Academic Podcast. I am your host Jakeb Watts and I'm joined by good friend Savannah Ettien for our maiden voyage of the podcast. Come along as we explore expectations of academia, growing up in rural areas, and the many side quests in our journies so far! Follow us: Facebook: The Semi-Professional…

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The Semi-Professional Academic Podcast Trailer 1:26

1+ y ago1:26

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Wanting to know more about academia but tired of all the unnecessary formality? Then welcome to The Semi-Professional Academic Podcast. Here we sit down with students from undergrad to PhD, professors, instructors, teachers, and even those who left academia and education behind entirely to pursue other careers. Don't worry we're not going to be usi…

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