Academia. It is a site of exclusion. For those of us who are first-generation, who are racialized, who are women, and who inhabit social locations that are traditionally unrepresented in this space, academia is full of landmines. This is why we need academic aunties. This podcast will bring you stories and advice about how to navigate this treacherous world and maybe even plant the seeds for structural transformation. Come listen to Auntie Ethel and her friends. Episodes drop monthly. Message us on Twitter at @AcademicAuntie and visit us online at academicaunties.com.

Academic Aunties
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Academia. It is a site of exclusion. For those of us who are first-generation, who are racialized, who are women, and who inhabit social locations that are traditionally unrepresented in this space, academia is full of landmines. This is why we need academic aunties. This podcast will bring you stories and advice about how to navigate this treacherous world and maybe even plant the seeds for structural transformation. Come listen to Auntie Ethel and her friends. Episodes drop monthly. Message us on Twitter at @AcademicAuntie and visit us online at academicaunties.com.
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Recent Episodes

June 18, 2026
DEI Undone
Academic Aunties interview Dr. Sabreena Ghaffar-Siddiqui and Dr. Ardavan Eizadirad about the challenges and potential rebirth of diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.

June 4, 2026
All About Unions
Academic Aunties host Dr. Anna Meier, a labor organizer, discusses the vital role of academic unions in higher education and navigating internal union challenges.

May 21, 2026
The Letters
Academic Aunties producer Dr. Nisha Nath and co-authors Dr. Rita Kaur Dhamoon, Dr. Anita Girvan, and Dr. Davina Bhandar discuss their new book, "The Letters," exploring institutional lives and EDI within universities.
94 total episodes available with 3 transcripts
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