Academic Writing Amplified

303: Writing Through Career Pivots And Transitions - Featuring Dr. Lauren Woodward

20 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

What happens when your research agenda is disrupted by forces completely outside your control?  In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Lauren Woodard, an...

302: The 3 Biggest Mistakes When Trying to Publish Your Backlog of Papers

13 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Are you committed to making 2026 an academic writing year?  In this episode, I share information on the upcoming Navigate cohort, my 12-week writing ...

301: Welcoming 2026 as a Writing Year

06 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

What if 2026 wasn't the year you tried to do everything, but the year you finally did the thing that most aligns with your academic mission statement?...

300: Powering Down 2025 And Welcoming 2026

16 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today we're celebrating a milestone: Episode 300. Instead of doing a big party episode, I wanted to share a more grounded, honest reflection as we wra...

299: Scaling Research Without Grants

09 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

2025 has been a year of funding uncertainty in academia, and I know many of you have been asking yourself how to keep your research moving forward whe...

298: Confronting Feelings Of Shame, Fear, And Guilt About Writing

02 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Guilt, shame, and fear around academic writing show up far more often than we admit. And for many academics, those emotions become so intertwined with...

297: Cathy's Holiday Book Review

25 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The holiday season is here, and what better way to celebrate than with some great books? In this special 2025 holiday book review episode, I'm sharing...

296: [Mid-Career Series] Using Navigate to Plan for Full: Client Case Study with Michelle Espino (Re-Release BONUS)

18 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

When you reach mid-career in academia, it can feel like you should have everything figured out. But often, that's when the real questions begin.  In ...

295: [Mid-Career Series] Leading for Legacy (Re-Release EP 105)

11 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

After tenure, it can feel like everyone is depending on you, from students to your junior colleagues, your co-authors, and even your family.  In this...

294: [Mid-Career Series] What Academic Leadership Really Means (Re-Release EP 94)

04 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Have you been told to "step into leadership" on your campus, only to realize what they really meant was taking on more admin work?  In this episode, ...

293: [Mid-Career Series] You Don't Have To Do The Mid-career Burnout (Like Everyone Else In Academia) (Re-Release EP 182)

28 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Are you feeling stuck, unmotivated, or wondering what happened to the joy you once felt in your academic work? You're not alone. Today, I'm tackling o...

292: [Mid-Career Series] What Got You Tenure Won't Get You to Full (Re-Release EP 97)

21 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

My Mid-Career Series is all about redefining success after tenure and building a career that feels as meaningful as it looks on paper. In this segment...

291: [Mid-Career Series] Why You're Still Exhausted After Getting Tenure (And What To Do About It) (Re-Release EP 96)

14 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Many post-tenure professors find themselves more exhausted than ever, despite achieving what they thought would finally bring balance. In this segment...

290: [Mid-Career Series] I Got Tenure And Then This Happened (Re-Release EP 90)

07 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

When you finally receive that long-awaited email announcing tenure, you expect it to change everything—less stress, more freedom, and the chance to ...

289: [Mid-Career Series] 5 Myths About Your Post Tenure Career (Re-Release EP 49)

30 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Earning tenure is often treated as the finish line of an academic career—but what if it's actually the start of a whole new set of challenges? This ...

288: [Mid-Career Series] What Does "Mid-Career Academic" Mean? (Re-Release EP 63)

23 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

I am excited to kick off the brand-new Mid-Career Podcast Series, where I dive into the realities of academic life after tenure.  Mid-career is the l...

287: Hot Take: Stop Rewriting Your Grants And Write Papers

16 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What should take priority in your academic career right now: rewriting grant proposals or getting your papers published? In this episode, I offer a ho...

286: What If The Hard Work Is Hard?

09 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever sat down to write and felt completely stuck, frustrated, or drained—wondering why it feels so much harder than any other part of your ...

285: Suffering From Your Own Success

02 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever found yourself buried under the weight of the very success you worked so hard to achieve?  Winning a giant grant or getting the opportu...

284: Emotions and Leadership

26 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What happens when the most challenging part of leadership isn't the work, but the weight of emotions you're expected to carry? In this episode, I dive...

283: Creating An Intentional Writing Season With Dr. Anna Clemens

19 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In today's special episode, I share a conversation with my friend and fellow writing coach, Dr. Anna Clemens. Anna helps scientists write their articl...

282: Matching Energy To Tasks with Dr. Abby Hogan

12 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you've ever thought "it's not just about time—I don't have the energy" when it comes to your writing, you are not alone.  In this episode, Dr. A...

281: "I'm Afraid I Won't Make Time"

05 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you've ever said, "I'd love to join Navigate, but I just don't have the time," this episode is for you.  Today, I'm joined by Dr. Janet McCabe, wh...

280: Increasing Your Capacity For Writing And Publishing

29 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Do you want to take on new projects or tackle more writing and publications but feel like the number one thing holding you back is time?  What if I t...

279: Choosing Your Next Season

22 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Is the next academic year a writing season for you? A mentoring season? An administrative season? Too often, scholars fall into the trap of trying to ...

278: Writing On- and Off- Ramps

15 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Are you struggling to get back into academic writing after a break? Or maybe you're afraid to change your writing schedule because you think you'll lo...

277: Summer Writing Check-In

08 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Do you feel like you are behind on your summer writing goals? You're not alone, and you're not failing. It's time to normalize readjusting your summer...

276: [Leadership Series] Avoid Being Sucked Into A Leadership Vacuum

01 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Are you constantly being asked to do more than your role requires because others around you aren't stepping up? You might be getting pulled into a lea...

275: [Leadership Series] Leading Yourself Through A Writing Season

24 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We're in the middle of a series on academic leadership, and today, I focus on the foundation: leading yourself.  In this episode, I unpack what self-...

274: [Leadership Series] Why Control Of Your Writing And Publishing Is Key For Leaders

17 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Writing and publishing might feel like individual, behind-the-scenes tasks. But what if your ability to lead in academia starts with how you show up f...

273: [Leadership Series] Becoming a Manager is Inevitable

10 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Do you cringe at the idea of being a manager in academia? You're not alone, but it's time for a mindset shift.  In this new podcast series on leaders...

272: [Project Management Series] Writing Problems versus Writing Tasks (Re-Release BONUS)

03 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ever feel like you should know how long a writing task will take, but somehow, it always takes longer (or shorter) than you expected? If so, this bonu...

271: [Project Management Series] Deciding Time to Task (Re-Release EP 210)

27 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever looked at your calendar, blocked out a few hours to write, and then… nothing? The blank screen stares back, your cursor blinks mocking...

270: [Project Management Series] Project Management Skills Versus Tools Part 2 (Re-Release EP 209)

20 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

You've developed the project management skills, but now the question is: how do you know when it's time to introduce a project management tool into yo...

269: [Project Management Series] Project Management Skills Versus Tools Part 1 (Re-Release EP 209)

13 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Are you stuck in a cycle of trying out new project management tools—Trello, Asana, Notion—only to abandon them weeks later? You're not alone. No t...

268: [Project Management Series] How To Approach Your Writing Like A Project Manager (Re-Release EP 3)

06 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a brand-new series on Academic Writing Amplified - project management for academic writing!  Over the next few episodes, I'll guide you th...

Bonus: The Importance Of Navigate In Late Career With Lauren McCubbins

01 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Lauren McCubbins shares her journey inside the Navigate: Your Writing Roadmap® 12-week program. She discusses the importance of continuous learni...

267: Community In The Midst Of Chaos

29 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If academia has ever made you feel isolated, overwhelmed, or like you are the only one struggling to "figure it all out," you're not alone. In this ep...

Bonus: "My Situation Is Unique But Our Problems Are The Same": Finding Community In Navigate

24 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Katelyn joined Navigate under unusual circumstances: she was trying to figure out the transition into her assistant professor role, after having been ...

266: You Are Equipped To Meet This Moment

22 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In a time when higher ed feels like it's unraveling—when grant freezes, ideological pressures, and job insecurity are shaking the foundations of aca...

Bonus: Your Relationship With Your Institution In 2025

17 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Universities have been around for over a thousand years. They've persisted through war, famine, plague, natural disasters, vast shifts in people's bel...

265: Using Navigate To Transition Out Of Admin And Back To Faculty: Client Case Study With Anne Vo

15 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this bonus episode, I share a featured interview with Navigate program alumni, Dr. Anne Vo. She reflects on her experience transitioning from an ad...

264: Funding Freezes

08 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I dive deeper into the ongoing impact of the current U.S. administration on higher education, particularly focusing on the financial ...

263: [Should I Quit Academia Series] Should I Leave Academia Now That T***P Is President?

01 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In the concluding episode of the podcast series, Should I Quit Academia, I address how the current US president and administration are impacting highe...

262: [Should I Quit Academia Series] On Writing And Becoming A Book Coach With Jennie Nash

25 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever wondered about careers outside of academia? Or are you considering leaving the world of research and teaching behind?  Transitioning fr...

261: [Should I Quit Academia Series] Why Changing Universities Isn't The Answer To Your Publishing Problems (Re-Release EP 163)

18 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Are you struggling with publications and wondering if changing universities will solve your writing problems? Think again! In this episode, I dive int...

260: [Should I Quit Academia Series] Choosing to Leave Academia and Create Something New: An Interview with Jane Jones (Re-Release EP 40)

11 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ready to discover alternative career paths in academia? My latest podcast series celebrates the inspiring journeys of diverse academic women who have ...

259: [Should I Quit Academia Series] Higher Ed Is In Crisis - It's Time To Make Your Move [Re-Release EP 56]

04 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Higher education is in crisis! In today's episode, I explore how academia has been entangled in a fast-paced capitalist model, exploiting faculty and ...

258: [Should I Quit Academia Series] You Are Not the Container [RE-RELEASE 50]

25 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, I want to challenge how we think about our academic careers. For many of us, our professional lives are heavily defined by the rul...

257: [Should I Quit Academia Series] How To Know If It's Time To Quit Academia [RE-RELEASE 176]

18 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you're feeling burnt out, overwhelmed, or questioning your place in the academic world, you may have thought about quitting. But you worked so hard...

256: Pipeline + Practice = Flow

11 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I explain how pipeline + practice = flow. Learn how having a clear, organized publication pipeline and a well-defined writing practic...

255: Writing Retreats Versus Binge Writing

04 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Retreating and binge-writing may seem similar at first glance, but one supports your creative flow, while the other can derail it. So, what's the real...

254: Pivoting to Public Scholarship with Dr. Becky Dawson

28 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, I welcome Dr. Becky Dawson back to the podcast. Dr. Becky has chosen to direct her academic work to public scholarship. She's one ...

Bonus: I've Done NCFDD, Should I Do Navigate?

22 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you have been eyeing Navigate but thinking "I did NCFDD, I should have solved my writing and publishing problem by now!" you are not alone.  NCFDD...

253: Your Relationship to Academia in 2025

21 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Academia is evolving, and the upcoming administrative and political shifts in 2025 can lead to feelings of fear and uncertainty. While we don't know t...

Bonus: Humanize Your Approach To Academia

16 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Often, the career of academia can be dehumanizing. Listen to catch the tools that we use in Navigate to humanize your experience in academia.  We're ...

252: How To Set Your Own Due Dates

14 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Do you struggle to keep to your writing or project due dates? In today's episode, I discuss the common problems academics have with setting and meetin...

Bonus: Navigate Info Session Replay

09 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Navigate is designed for tenure-track women and nonbinary professors with a disruptive perspective on their field. In the 12-week program, you will le...

251: Write Your New Year's Story

07 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Happy New Year! In today's episode, I share how to write your New Year's story. I use my experiences from 2024 to guide you through creating your visi...

250: [Writing Practice Series] Why 2 Hours A Week Is Enough Writing Time [RE-RELEASE 197]

31 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you are a frequent podcast listener, you know I advocate for writing just two hours per week to make significant progress on your writing and publi...

249: [Writing Practice Series] When Your Writing Practice Is Resilient You Don't Have To Be [RE-RELEASE EP 191]

24 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you want to unclog your publication pipeline and get more consistent with your writing and publishing, you must develop a resilient writing practic...

248: [Writing Practice Series] How Long Does It Take To Change Your Writing Practice? [RE-RELEASE EP 189]

17 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

From the moment you first picked up a crayon, pencil, or pen, you started building your experience as an academic writer. Your writing practice has ev...

247: [Writing Practice Series] The Real (More Awesome) Result Of Changing Your Writing Practice [RE-RELEASE EP 184]

10 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, I discuss why writing and publishing are the catalyst for change in your career. An obvious benefit of changing your writing pract...

246: [Writing Practice Series] Two Writing Practice Extremes And Why They Don't Work [RE-RELEASE EP 183]

03 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back to another segment of the podcast series about writing practices. Today, I discuss two extreme writing practices: writing every day and b...

245: [Writing Practice Series] Breaking The Binge And Bust Cycle In Academic Writing [RE-RELEASE EP 164]

26 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back to another segment of the podcast series about academic writing practices. In today's episode, I tackle a major challenge many academics ...

244: [Writing Practice Series] Everything You Learned About Academic Writing Is Wrong [RE-RELEASE EP 152]

19 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I am continuing the podcast series about writing practices in academia. In this episode, I'm digging into five things that you learned about ac...

243: [Writing Practice Series] Your Publishing Problem Is NOT Time [RE-RELEASE BONUS]

12 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you blaming lack of time for your backlog of publications? In this segment of the podcast series on writing practices, I explain why your publishi...

242: [Writing Practice Series] 5 Clues That Writing Is On The Sidelines [RE-RELEASE EP 67]

05 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode is part of the podcast series about writing practices and tips for establishing sustainable academic writing habits. In this segment, ...

241: [Writing Practice Series] Making A Date With Your Writing [RE-RELEASE EP 65]

29 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to another segment of the podcast series about writing practices and establishing sustainable writing habits in academia. Today, I am discussi...

240: [Writing Practice Series] What Is Writing? [RE-RELEASE EP 58]

22 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I am excited to introduce a new podcast series focused on writing practices. Throughout the series, I will share insights on redefining what writing m...

239: [Writing Practice Series] What Makes A Writing Practice Sustainable? [RE-RELEASE EP 21]

15 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I have worked with many academic women and nonbinary, and a recurring challenge about their writing is that no matter what habits or methods they try,...

238: [Emotions And Writing Series] How To Create A Positive Relationship With Your Writing [RE-RELEASE EP 5]

08 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode is a re-release of episode 5 of the podcast.  Do you feel excited, happy, and encouraged when you think about writing? Or do you fee...

237: [Emotions And Writing Series] Working Through Overwhelm [RE-RELEASE EP 13]

01 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode is a re-release of episode 13 of the podcast.  Listen in as I discuss how our jobs as professors are designed to pull us in different...

236: [Emotions And Writing Series] Combating Writing Guilt [RE-RELEASE EP 12]

24 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode is a re-release of episode 12 of the podcast.  Listen in as I explore one of the most challenging emotional obstacles to academic wri...

235: [Emotions And Writing Series] Grief And Writing

17 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode is part of the Emotions and Writing podcast series. I delve into the topic of grief and its impact on academic work. This episode expl...

234: [Emotions and Writing Series] Motivation and Writing

10 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join me as I continue the conversation about emotions and writing! Today's episode focuses on something we all struggle with: motivation. There is a p...

233: [Emotions And Writing Series] Procrastination Is Actually About Feelings

03 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the second episode of the 'Emotions and Writing' podcast series. Today, we are tackling procrastination. Procrastination is usually associa...

232: [Emotions And Writing Series] How You Feel About Writing Is Important

27 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I am launching a new podcast series,' Emotions and Writing.' In this series, we will cover the most common emotions people struggle with when writing ...

BONUS: What If I Fail At Navigate?

15 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On today's bonus episode I'm addressing a thought that might be keeping you from applying or enrolling in Navigate. Fear that you may fail at Navigate...

BONUS: "Should I Just Spend The Time It Takes For Navigate On Writing?"

14 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Navigate program takes about two hours per week over the course of 12 weeks: one hour to watch the recorded material and do the exercises, and one...

231: "I'll Wait Until It Gets Better"

13 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

You deserve to have the best career possible. If you are struggling with writing and a clogged pipeline, don't wait for it to get better.  In today's...

BONUS: Writing Problems Versus Writing Tasks [New To Navigate]

08 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Working closely with Navigate clients in both Round 1 and Round 2 of the program, breaking writing projects into tasks and estimating how long it will...

BONUS: Navigate Program FAQs

07 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's bonus episode I answer the most frequently asked questions about our Navigate program. I explain the structure, content, and benefits of Na...

230: [Co-Authoring Series] Publishing With Students

06 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this next segment of the co-authoring series, I address common thoughts and problems academics have when writing with students. Working with studen...

BONUS: "I've Been Listening To Your Podcast, What More Can Navigate Teach Me?"

01 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you're a long-time listener, you might be considering the Navigate program, but also wondering, "What else could you possibly have to teach me, Cat...

BONUS: Using Navigate to Feel Connected: Client Case Study with Noor Sayed

31 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's bonus podcast episode, hear Dr. Noor Sayed as she reflects on the connections she made during the Navigate program and how they helped her ...

229: [Co-Authoring Series] "I Can't Control My Publication Pipeline Because Of Co-authoring"

30 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode is another segment in the co-authoring series. Many academics attribute a clogged pipeline to working on a project with a co-author. T...

228: [Co-Authoring Series] Managing Co-Authored Papers

23 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the new podcast series on co-authoring! Each week, I will tackle a new topic related to co-authoring so you can confidently navigate collab...

227: Publishing Your Backlog Of Papers [Masterclass Replay]

16 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you overwhelmed by your backlog of papers? Today's episode is a master class in clearing your pipeline. Most academics get trapped in a cycle of f...

226: Perfectionism And Self-Editing

09 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I am spotlighting a problem so many academics cite as the reason they are delayed in submitting articles or books for publication: perfectionis...

225: You Can't Write When You're Mad

02 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today's topic—You Can't Write When You're Mad—came to me after a conversation with my friend. We have all experienced how emotions, especially ang...

224: Recreating Hierarchies When Asking for Feedback with Jane Jones

18 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I welcome Jane Jones back to the podcast! Jane is a development editor and writing coach specializing in supporting women and non-binary schola...

223: Career Stage 5: Enjoying Your Legacy

11 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode concludes the podcast series focused on outlining the real stages of the academic career. The final career stage in academia is 'Enjoy...

222: Career Stage 4: Building Your Legacy

04 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We are progressing through the podcast series focused on the real stages of the academic career based on your development as a professional. In today'...

221: Career Stage 3: Planting Your Flag

28 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to episode three of my podcast series, The Real Stages of the Academic Career. Today, I am discussing the 'Planting Your Flag' stage closely l...

220: Career Stage 2: Stepping Into Your Own

21 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back to the ongoing series on the real stages of the academic career! In the last episode, I introduced the apprenticeship stage. Today, I am ...

219: Career Stage 1: Learning/Apprenticeship

14 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the first episode of my new podcast series, Understanding the Real Stages of the Academic Career. I will discuss writing, relationships, re...

218: Stages of The Academic Career [RE-RELEASE EP 190]

07 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The "received" stages of an academic career are very linear and do not capture the true responsibilities, workload, or goals within an academic career...

217: Getting Stats Help At Any Career Stage with Karen Grace-Martin

30 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, I introduce special guest Karen Grace-Martin, the owner of The Analysis Factor, a statistical support business. Karen's company is...

216: Publishing for Promotion

23 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I discuss publishing for promotion within academia. As you navigate and plan your academic career, it's essential to understand how p...