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In Episode 4 Zoe Tsu talks about her research which looks at how to brand a country, specifically her home country of Taiwan. She explains how she’s exploring innovative approaches for leveraging Taiwan's semiconductor expertise as a strategic asset for nation branding, particularly in light of ongoing challenges and tensions in the region. She concludes with some sound advice for those considering undertaking a PhD especially ion the need for self-discipline and to choose something you will enjoy doing for several years. Find out more about Zoe on LinkedIn Read a full transcript of Zoe's episodeCredits Presenter: Catherine McDonald, Research Podcasts Guest: Zoe Hsu Producer/Editor: Chris Garrington, Research Podcasts Artwork: Krissie Brighty-Glover, Research Podcasts Audiograms: Lauren White, Research Podcasts Production support: Eleanor Larsson, Brunel University Graduate School  Music: yourtunes 

Ep 3 Ash on the sexuality and reproductive rights of disabled women  In Episode 3 Aswathi Soman discusses her PhD research looking at sexuality and disabled women. She talks openly about her concerns as a disabled woman herself to change the law to better protect the reproductive freedoms and rights of women like her. She offers those considering doing a PhDs some advice on how to pick a research topic that means you can work hard without getting too stressed by it.  Find out more about Ash on LinkedIn Read a full transcript of Ash's episodeCredits Presenter: Catherine McDonald, Research Podcasts Guest: Ash Soman Producer/Editor: Chris Garrington, Research Podcasts Artwork: Krissie Brighty-Glover, Research Podcasts Audiograms: Lauren White, Research Podcasts Production support: Eleanor Larsson, Brunel University Graduate School  Music: yourtunes 

In Episode 2 Miguel Meirim discusses his research looking at the intricate dynamics of crime and education. He explains how he is using advanced econometric techniques and why he is so passionate about applying economic principles to critically examine and address pressing societal issues, specifically those influencing policy formulation and community development. Miguel tells those thinking of doing a PhD that it doesn’t need to be a lonely journey and that there are always people who can share your journey even if they are not doing research in the same area as you.  Find out more about Miguel on LinkedIn Read a full transcript of Miguel's episodeCredits Presenter: Catherine McDonald, Research Podcasts Guest: Miguel Meirim Producer/Editor: Chris Garrington, Research Podcasts Artwork: Krissie Brighty-Glover and Lauren White, Research Podcasts Music: yourtunes 

In Episode 1 Robin Longobardi Zingarelli discusses his research focusing on trans and queer theory and video games as a medium. He talks about how intense it can feel to incorporate personal experiences into PhD research and why it’s important to have people to support you through that.  Find out more about Robin on LinkedIn Read a full transcript of Robin's episode Credits Presenter: Catherine McDonald, Research Podcasts Guest: Robin Lombardi Zingarelli Producer/Editor: Chris Garrington, Research Podcasts Artwork: Krissie Brighty-Glover and Lauren White, Research Podcasts Production support: Eleanor Larsson, Brunel University Graduate School  Music: yourtunes