Your Unapologetic Career® Podcast

212 | Why You Didn’t Get Funded (It’s Not Just the System)

As competition for grants becomes increasingly fierce, understanding the nuances of effective writing is essential.   A good idea alone is not sufficient for securing funding. The truth is, even the most groundbreaking ideas can fall flat if not communicated clearly and compellingly. The excellence of your writing should match the excellence of your idea. By investing time and effort into honing your writing abilities, you can significantly improve your chances of securing funding and making a meaningful impact in your field.    Tune in for tips that could change your funding game!  Coming soon: Applications for the GTG April 2026 cohort will open to the waitlist. Join here: www.kemidoll.com/gtgwaitlist [http://www.kemidoll.com/gtgwaitlist]  Pre-order Dr. Doll’s Book: A Terrible Strength: The Hidden Crisis of the Black Womb and Your Survival Guide to Healing By Kemi Doll, MD, MSCR [https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/775526/a-terrible-strength-by-kemi-doll-md-mscr/]  Join us in Healing Our Wombs at www.kemidoll.com/womb [https://www.kemidoll.com/womb].  Text Dr. Kemi directly. [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1729958/open_sms]

211 {BONUS} Womb Wisdom: Fertility & Choice with Dr. Jamie Knopman

In this episode, Kemi continues the Womb Wisdom series with a captivating conversation featuring Dr. Jamie Knopman, a board-certified reproductive endocrinologist and author of "Own Your Fertility." Together, they explore the intricacies of womb health, egg freezing, and the emotional journey surrounding fertility.  Join Kemi and Dr. Knopman as they unpack the complexities of fertility, the importance of informed decision-making, and the empowerment that comes from understanding your own body and health choices.  What They Cover:  * The significance of positionality in medical narratives and how it influences patient care.  * Common misconceptions about egg freezing and the realities of fertility at different ages.  * How personal experiences, such as divorce and health challenges, can enhance empathy in medical practice.  * The cultural nuances that affect women's health decisions, particularly for women of color.  Connect with Dr. Knopman | Website [https://www.ccrmivf.com/ccrm-fertility-doctors/jaime-knopman/?gclid=CjwKCAjwsKqoBhBPEiwALrrqiNg0CCQJRyMOg18ONIMNd4O4Y7EelZNgR3kievlT1bx9GeIZNtJKaxoC6XAQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds] | Book [https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/own-your-fertility-jaime-knopman/1147402776]    Pre-order Dr. Doll’s Book: A Terrible Strength: The Hidden Crisis of the Black Womb and Your Survival Guide to Healing By Kemi Doll, MD, MSCR [https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/775526/a-terrible-strength-by-kemi-doll-md-mscr/]  Join us in Healing Our Wombs at www.kemidoll.com/womb [https://www.kemidoll.com/womb].  Text Dr. Kemi directly. [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1729958/open_sms]

210 Womb Wisdom: Physicians vs. Brands

In this Womb Wisdom episode, Kemi names the no-win tension Black board certified gynecologists and gynecologic oncologists walk into the moment they decide to educate publicly.   If a Black physician doesn’t show up online, folks may ask, “Where are the trusted black doctors?” When they do show up, the critique becomes, “Ugh, they’re just building a brand.” But the reality is: if you don’t build visibility (aka branding), people who need accurate info won’t find you, and misinformation wins.   Tune in as Kemi unpacks why that framing is both understandable and dangerously oversimplified. Yes, there are people using womb health as a marketing lane, pushing fear-based content, rigid narratives, and misinformation that spreads faster than nuance ever will. But the answer isn’t blanket distrust. The answer is discernment.   Listen in to learn how to vet what you’re hearing, who you’re hearing it from, and what actually turns womb suffering into healing.  Black Women’s Health Experts to Follow * Camille Clare MD MPH [https://www.instagram.com/cclaremdmph/] * The Period Doctor [https://www.instagram.com/theperioddoctor] * Dr. Teni Brown [https://www.instagram.com/teni_brown_md/]  Pre-order Dr. Doll’s Book: A Terrible Strength: The Hidden Crisis of the Black Womb and Your Survival Guide to Healing By Kemi Doll, MD, MSCR [https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/775526/a-terrible-strength-by-kemi-doll-md-mscr/]     Join us in Healing Our Wombs at www.kemidoll.com/womb [https://www.kemidoll.com/womb].  Text Dr. Kemi directly. [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1729958/open_sms]

209 How Do You Know If You're a Good Writer?

Are you struggling to assess your writing skills? This episode marks the beginning of an exciting series dedicated to writing, and it sets the stage for a deeper exploration of the nuances that often go unnoticed in academic writing.   Many individuals struggle to gauge their writing abilities, often feeling uncertain about where they stand. This uncertainty is not just a personal dilemma; it reflects a broader issue within academic culture.  Join Kemi in dissecting the challenges of receiving constructive criticism in academic writing and discuss strategies to improve your own self editing skills.  Coming soon: Applications for the Get That Grant® April 2026 cohort will open to the waitlist. Join here: www.kemidoll.com/gtgwaitlist [http://www.kemidoll.com/gtgwaitlist]  If you'd like to learn more foundational career navigation concepts for women of color in academic medicine and public health, sign up for our KD Coaching Foundations Series [http://www.kemidoll.com/foundations]: www.kemidoll.com/foundations. [http://www.kemidoll.com/foundations]  Text Dr. Kemi directly. [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1729958/open_sms]

208 AI + Grant Writing: My Prediction

Artificial intelligence (AI) is everywhere right now, and grant writing is no exception. But is it making proposals stronger or quietly lowering the bar?  Join Kemi as she shares her unfiltered thoughts on the implications of AI in academia. She discusses the decline in writing instruction for researchers and the potential consequences of relying on AI to craft grant applications. With a keen eye on the future, Kemi speculates on how this shift might impact the quality of submissions and what researchers need to do to stay competitive.  Don’t miss out on these insights. Tune in now!  Coming soon: Applications for the GTG April 2026 cohort will open to the waitlist. Join here: www.kemidoll.com/gtgwaitlist [http://www.kemidoll.com/gtgwaitlist]  If you'd like to learn more foundational career navigation concepts for women of color in academic medicine and public health, sign up for our KD Coaching Foundations Series [http://www.kemidoll.com/foundations]: www.kemidoll.com/foundations. [http://www.kemidoll.com/foundations]  Text Dr. Kemi directly. [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1729958/open_sms]