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The Student Guide (formerly Pick Up The Mic) is Pick Up The Mic’s flagship conversation series, based in the UK. We believe everyone is a student of life. Whether you’re at university, building your career, changing direction, or simply trying to grow.
Each episode features honest, impactful conversations with founders, professionals, and community voices, exploring themes like race, identity, wellbeing, belonging, and personal development. We also spotlight practical support, tools, and resources that can help you navigate life’s big transitions. From education and work to confidence, purpose, and community.
At its heart, The Student Guide is rooted in real stories: our journeys, lessons, setbacks, and wins, shared to help listeners feel seen, learn something new, and take their next step with clarity.
Episodes
126 episodes
Pick Up The Mic - Trailer
Want to know more about Pick Up The Mic, who we are, and how to get involved? Check out this short trailer where you get to meet the hosts - Jeffrey, Ninoshka, and Sam as they dive into important topics, raise awareness on global issues and enc...
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Update About Pick Up The Mic
We've got loads of content coming over the next couple of months and we've broken down what they are in this short episode. If you want to have the latest updates, subscribe to our mailing list on our website.
Black History Month (With Amanda Shodeko)
We're so excited to have guest speaker Amanda Shodeko on Pick Up The Mic. We'll be learning more about Amanda, who inspires her, and the importance of representation!
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MCU: What's Next? (Part 1)
We've got another episode of our new part of the podcast, Backstage. We love Marvel, and so will be diving into theories, games, films, and more. In part 1, we'll be talking about why we like Marvel as well as some of our favourite Marvel Proje...
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MCU: What's Next? (Part 2)
We've got another episode of Backstage and we are happy to end the episode discussing what Marvel projects we're excited about in the future. What Marvel projects are you excited for?
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Placements The Ups & Downs With Riham (Behind The Curtain)
Welcome to the first episode of our next segment: Behind The Curtain. Behind The Curtain are deeper conversations we have on different topics. Today's episode is all about placements and we're discussing the benefits (and struggles) of them wit...
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It's Our Birthday!
Today is the 1 year anniversary of Pick Up The Mic! 3 seasons, 19 guest speakers, and 22 episodes on, we are so grateful to each and every one of you. Jeffrey has a quick message for everyone and talks about our plans for the next year!
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PhDs & The Future With Zakaria Monteiro Najmi (Behind The Curtain)
We've got another episode of Behind The Curtain, this time with Zakaria Monteiro Najmi. Zakaria is a Ph.D. student specialising in Artificial Intelligence Applications. We'll be learning more about PhDs as well as how undergraduates can prepare...
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Game On: Our Journey With Gaming
We've got the first episode of Game On, our newly added segment all about the world of gaming. We've got Mary on the podcast, a fellow gamer, discussing our journey with gaming, where it all started, what are some of our favourite games, and wh...
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Comics 101: Episode 1
Welcome to the first official episode of Comics 101! We've brought Joshua and Riham back to discuss Doctor Strange In The Multiverse Of Madness, Moon Knight, and Morbius!
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PhDs & Mental Health
Aaron Sharma is our latest guest for Behind The Curtain. Aaron is a PhD student at Brunel University London who specialises in the field of Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence. We'll be talking about Aaron's PhD journey, the importance...
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Into The Spotlight (Featuring Penny)
We're excited to finally announce that Into The Spotlight is back! Penny is our latest guest, and runs an Instagram page called @threadsforapenny where she showcases second-hand outfits and promotes sustainable fashion and a sustainable lifesty...
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A Levels Results Day: The Highs, The Lows & The Lessons Learnt
We've got a special edition of Pick Up The Mic for you! Jeffrey is joined by guest hosts Shilpa and Riham to discuss their A Level Journey, the lessons learnt, and offer advice to students getting their results
Welcome To The World Of The Two Maesters!
Welcome to The Two Maesters with hosts Joshua & Morgan. They're launching their new segment The Two Maesters focused on all things Game Of Thrones and Warhammer related. With the new series House Of The Dragon coming out soon, they'll be ex...
Birthday Message 2023!
Pick Up The Mic is 2 years old. Time flies when you are having fun, and we are so excited to be back celebrating this moment. Jeffrey has some words to say to celebrate this moment and what you can expect from us in the future. Thank you to our...
Let's Empower Networking Event!
Pick Up The Mic & Brunel's Environmental Sciences Society are happy to present Let's Empower, a networking event raising awareness on the importance of representation in every form. For our first episode, we discussed women's representation...
Period Campaign @ Brunel (With Wik)
Wik is the current VP of the College of Health, Medical and Life Sciences (CHMLS (or CHLS depending on who you ask)) at the Union Of Brunel Students and is currently running the Period @ Brunel Campaign. In this episode of Behind The Curtain, w...
Studying Law At 16! With Tatyana
Being a 16 year old is already hard, but being at university at 16 is something else! That's why we asked Tatyana to speak about her experience of being at university at 16. Be prepared to learn about the Mauritian Society at Brunel, some great...
The Brunel Experience (With Ana Monica Pereira)
Monica Pereira is a current Marketing student (as well as the EU students officer of the Union) at Brunel. Chairing both the Volleyball Club and the Portuguese Society (and working closely with the Brunel Volunteers team), Monica has helped imp...
UK Unis: So No One Told You About Job Hunting After Graduation (Featuring Vaishali)
Welcome to our first episode of UK Unis: So No-One Told You, where we learn all the things we didn't know about university. We're joined by Vaishali, a recent Brunel graduate who specialises in all things tax related. As someone recently employ...
UK Unis: So No One Told You About Postgraduate Studies With SJ
You're in your final year, and you're wondering if a postgraduate is for you. Well on this episode, we're speaking with SJ (from the Let's Talk About It Brunel Podc...
Summoning the White Wolf - It's Time For The Two Maesters To Hire A Witcher
Join the Maesters on an exciting quest as they explore the captivating world of The Witcher. In this thrilling episode, they delve into the mysteries of monsters and the rich tapestry of Polish folklore. Witness their journey as they summon the...
UK Unis: So No One Told You About Job Hunting For Placements With Zhauni Walker
Looking for placements can be hard, and that's why we're excited to have Zhauni Walker (a recent graduate from Brunel University) and Jeffrey speak about just this!...
Jeffery's Graduation Speech
The secret is out! Check out Jeffrey's speech at his graduation this year from Brunel University London and learn more about this week's #tuesdaymotivation! This has been a big secret to keep but we are so proud of him!
Marvel's Mystery Intruders: The Two Maesters' Secret Invasion - Part 1
Go to our sponsor https://betterhelp.com/pickupthemic for 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get matched with a therapist who will listen and help.In this action-packed crossover episode, the Two Maesters review Mar...
