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The HigherEdJobs Podcast returns for its fifth season, with a continued focus on conversations that explore opportunities and challenges within careers and workplaces throughout higher education. Hosted by Andy Hibel, chief operating officer and co-founder at HigherEdJobs, and Kelly Cherwin, director of editorial strategy, the podcast offers practical advice to help professionals at any stage navigate the higher education landscape.
Since its launch, the podcast has featured a wide range of topics that reflect the realities of working in higher education. Earlier seasons explored the future of remote work, strategies for inclusive leadership, and how professionals can balance personal well-being with institutional expectations. Listeners have also heard candid conversations about burnout, job market trends, and the unique challenges facing underrepresented groups in academia. With each season, the podcast has built a reputation for blending expert insight with actionable takeaways, making it a trusted resource for job seekers and higher ed leaders alike.
Season 4 built on this foundation by addressing leadership transitions, career navigation, and workplace well-being. Episodes examined how women can build authority in leadership, how professionals can shift from doing to leading, and how to approach search committees that may seem disengaged or discouraging. The season also highlighted the invisible toll of emotional labor, strategies for working in specialized environments such as medical schools, and the importance of adapting when job descriptions no longer accurately reflect reality. Discussions around belonging included both institutional efforts and personal experiences, such as those of military-affiliated students navigating higher education.
Looking ahead, Season 5 will continue the podcast’s candid conversations by highlighting the real experiences professionals and students are navigating in higher education today. Episodes will explore both the emotional and strategic sides of the job search — including how disability can shape career paths in higher ed. The season will also take a closer look at how campuses can build stronger cultures of belonging, what it takes to grow a career in athletics, and why addressing basic needs insecurity remains so urgent.
This season also brings back the popular “Ask the Expert” segment, offering listeners the chance to receive advice and unique insight on their own career questions. From job searching and interviewing to navigating workplace challenges and advancing in higher education, the segment provides practical guidance tailored to the needs of today’s professionals. Listeners can submit their questions here.
As the world of higher education keeps changing, the HigherEdJobs Podcast continues to be a place for meaningful conversations–offering encouragement and useful guidance for professionals at every stage of their careers.
The HigherEdJobs Podcast premieres every Tuesday, and all episodes can be accessed at HigherEdJobs.com/podcasts.
