š The Annotated Mind is a space for thinking clearly in a noisy world.
Hosted by Cinzia DuBois, this podcast explores the ideas, patterns, and habits that shape the way we think, learn, and live.
Blending philosophy, psychology, and personal insight, each episode breaks down complex thoughts into something clearer, calmer, and more manageable. For overthinkers, deep thinkers, and anyone trying to make sense of their own mind: this is where we slow down, reflect, and begin to understand.
š Because the best ideas arenāt just readātheyāre lived.
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Why Smart People Feel Like Frauds in Academia: Managing Imposter Syndrome
This episode explores imposter syndrome in academia, revealing why many students and researchers feel inadequate, and provides coping strategies for managing these feelings.
8 May 2025
Does Academia Kill the Joy of Reading?
Does academia kill the joy of reading? In this episode, we explore how studying literature in academic settingsāwhether in school, university, or postgraduate researchācan turn a beloved hobby into a chore. From analysing books to death to racing through reading lists, we discuss how rigid academic expectations might strip the magic from the stories we once loved. But is there a way to reclaim our passion for reading? Tune in as we reflect on personal experiences, literary theory, and practic...
21 Mar 2025
Bridging the Know-Do Gap: The Iterative Process
Struggling to turn knowledge into action? In this episode, we explore the Know-Do Gapāwhy we often fail to apply what we learnāand how the iterative process can help. From overcoming perfectionism to building habits through small, repeated steps, weāll break down practical strategies for bridging the gap between knowing and doing. Tune in for actionable insights, real-world examples, and a fresh perspective on making progressāeven when you feel stuck. The book I referenced in this episode but...
14 Mar 2025
Why Do We Forget the Books We Read?
Have you ever looked at a book on your shelf and realised you donāt remember anything about it? Recently, I had to confront that horrifying reality when I picked up not one but two books that I'd not only read, but annotated! How is it possible to completely forget reading a book one has annotated? In this episode, I explore the science behind memory and reading, why some stories stick with us while others fade, and whether forgetting a book means the time spent reading it was wasted. G...
7 Mar 2025
Quitting the Internet
How is it possible to quit the internet in today's day and age? We need the internet for everything, from communicating with loved ones to online banking and paying our bills. But, have we ever truly challenged ourselves to think about how little we actually need to use the internet? In this episode, I explore the growing desire to disconnect from the digital world. From the overwhelming pressure of online life to the mental toll of constant content creation, I reflect on what it means to ste...
21 Feb 2025
Welcome to The Annotated Mind: Thinking in the Margins
What does it mean to truly engage with ideas? The Annotated Mind is a space for deep, reflective thinkingāwhere history, philosophy, and literature meet personal growth and curiosity. In this first episode, I share why Iām rebranding the podcast, what you can expect moving forward, and why annotationāscribbling in the margins, questioning, and connecting ideasāmight just be the best way to navigate an overwhelming world. Letās slow down, think deeply, and explore the art of intellectual curio...
21 Feb 2025
The Anxiety of the Unwritten
We all have ideasābrilliant, ambitious, half-formed thoughts swirling in our minds. But why is it so hard to turn them into something real? In this episode of The Annotated Mind, we explore the tension between thinking and doing, the perfectionism that keeps us from starting, and the fear of committing thoughts to the page (or any tangible form). Why do unwritten ideas feel safer? How do we overcome the anxiety of creating something imperfect? And what happens when we let go of the need for p...
Overcome your Fear and Start a Creative Career Ep.2
Today's episode answers a question from viewer Jacqueline: how do you confront your fears in pursuing a creative career which will be less financially stable (and profitable) than a 9 to 5? After just three months, I took a leap of faith and left my first office job despite working in soul-draining retail for almost a decade. That leap of faith resulted in my now 6-year creative freelance career. This is my advice for anyone afraid to take the risk and leave.
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10 May 2024
Taking Advice From a Loser Ep.1
What would you do if someone who bullied you came to you for advice? In the first episode of my podcast series, I share my experience of being the nerd in school who secretly helped out her bullies online after school.
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YouTube views
2,954,800
Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025
Apple Podcasts (US)
5.0 / 5
20 ratings
Spotify
5.0 / 5
80 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 44 / 100
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32
Social presence
0
YouTube
93
Engagement
51
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