The Grad School Femtoring Podcast

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The Signal Award-winning and top 2.5 percent global ranked Grad School Femtoring Podcast provides first-generation BIPOC folks with conversations about graduate school and growth to help you sustainably achieve your goals.

Listen to learn more about grad school and career advice, social justice and activism, wellness and self-care, personal development, sustainable productivity tips, first-gen BIPOC experiences, and more! This podcast is a proud member of the Genuina Media network.

392: Money Trauma, Wealth Culture, and the BIPOC Grad Student Experience with Esther Saehyun Lee

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Applying to Grad School

391: How to Choose the Right Graduate Program Beyond Rankings and Prestige

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Dissertation and Writing Strategies

390: Low Energy Writing Strategies: How to Keep Writing with Limited Capacity

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Dissertation and Writing Strategies

389: Dopamine, Rewards, and Novelty: How to Keep Writing When the Excitement Fades

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Career and Professional Development

388: Exploring STEM PhD Careers Through a GSF Externship with Reem Salem

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Grad School Hidden Curriculum

387: Seven Graduate School Myths That Hold Students Back

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Applying to Grad School

386: How to Calculate the ROI of Grad School

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Grad School Hidden Curriculum

385: What I Wish I Knew Before Grad School: 3 Truths Every Student Should Know

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Applying to Grad School

384: Navigating Cancelled Grad Admissions and How to Create a Plan A, B, and C (Replay)

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Sustainable Productivity Strategies

383: How to Plan Your Week Around Your Energy and Capacity Instead of Your To-Do List

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Career and Professional Development, Grad School Hidden Curriculum

382: Is an MBA Worth It? The Pros and Cons of an MBA with Nicole Moreno-Deinzer

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Dissertation and Writing Strategies, Sustainable Productivity Strategies

381: How to Build a Flexible Note-Taking System for Academic Reading

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“Dra. Yvette is a wealth of knowledge for first-gen college students. She shares valuable advice and does so in a thoughtful and approachable way. You should definitely subscribe if you’re a first-gen student.”

DrEmmanuela

“I've been listening to your podcast for a while now, and it's been incredibly insightful and comforting. Your discussions about graduate school applications, microaggressions and bias in academia, funding, and beyond have been so incredibly helpful in my journey to grad school.”

Shania Montufar

“Fantastic resource! This podcast has been amazing with giving me a guide on how to approach grad school and navigating the ins and outs of the application.”

Kua12

“I am someone who likes clear instructions on how to do something, and there are many things in a grad school application that require this kind of explanation. This podcast has helped me a lot, especially because it is well organized.”

-Prospective Student in Comp Lit

“Incredibly helpful! Listened to Zoom Interview Days episode. Very clear and helpful guidance. Looking forward to being an ongoing listener. Thank you!!”

dgcastelblanco

“As a first generation college student, who hopes to go on to graduate school one day, I have found this podcast to be very helpful (and motivating). Thank you Dra. Martínez-Vu, for taking the time to help students like me.”

Ivetti

“I love how the episodes are extremely informative yet concise. I am able to re-listen to episodes when I need more clarity. I tell all of my first-gen friends who are currently on this grad school journey about this podcast!”

morenita_solita

“Excellent content. As a first generation, Latinx undergrad who aspires to pursue Grad school - the process can get confusing. Grad School Femtoring gives me encouragement and sound guidance to make this process less scary.”

Englightened_Hermetics

“Great podcast. After taking a break from school this has helped a lot. Every episode has useful information and topics. I wish I had found it sooner! I will be sharing with my fellow first-gen friends!”

solis_d

“Go to Guide. I love the topics covered and how motivated and prepared it makes me feel when applying to grad school.”

CCfrmdablock

“Give it a listen. This podcast is such a great resource for first-gen college students who are interested in Grad school! Thank you Dr. Yvette!”

Itzie198

“Thank you so much!! I’m writing my personal statement now and I was struggling. The podcast on the personal statement has given me so much clarity!”

chelsea.onei

“So helpful. I’ve learned a lot from this podcast so far and would recommend it to anyone who is interested in going to grad school!”

vudoo13

"This is one of my favorite podcasts. I love how helpful and relatable Doctora Yvette is. Thank you for everything you do!"

Andy79723

"This is the best podcast I've come across that specifically understands first generation and Latino/a students! Dra. Yvette is first gen herself, so she knows how you're feeling and speaks to things that mainstream college resources aren't talking about."

ConfettiCreative.Co | PR

“Excellent podcast! Yvette is kind and helpful in how she approaches the different stop and shares invaluable information! Excellent podcast if you're thinking about grad school or are in grad school! Must listen!”

Dianni Faith

“I love this podcast and all the practical advice, openness of the host, Dr. Yvette, and appreciate everything about this centering BIPOC, non traditional, and first-generation students. Thank you for your work!!”

A0987654321111

“As someone who is applying to PhD programs this fall, the podcasts have helped me sooooo much. I usually listen to them and take notes that I come back to when I focus on my writings. 10/10 recommend!”

future doctora

“Thankful for this space! I wish I had this podcast to listen to in my younger days. Doctora Yvette shares a much needed perspective and provides space for honest and inspiring conversations. Maybe one day I’ll go to grad school!”

dove1604

“Wish I had this podcast when I was a first-gen college student. It would have saved me so much because I used to feel so lost. Dr. Yvette helps you feel seen and shares such helpful tips on grad school, mental health, and growing your career.”

Dr. Janice Castro

"I was fortunate enough to be a guest on this excellent podcast. Dra. Yvette provides incredible insights for first-gen and BIPOC grad students. I wish I had this resource when I was in grad school. A true gem."

Leslie KW

“Two years into my doctoral program, I was burnt out and deeply depressed. … Listening to Dr. Yvette made me feel like I was not alone … Dr. Yvette’s podcast provided the necessary femtorship and healing I needed to see my program through.”

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