The Academic Verdict Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/the-academic-verdict The Academic Verdict exposes patterns of misconduct in Higher Education. Hosted by whistleblower and memoirist Julie Cruse, this podcast draws from live data and real stories collected at AcademicAbuse.com. Survivors anonymously share their experiences of enduring misconduct, their strategies for it, and how institutions can do better. We also explore the latest headlines of alleged abuse in higher education. Whether it’s breaking news or buried lawsuits, we name what universities won’t. If you’re a student, staffer, professor, and/or survivor, this is your podcast. For more information, visit academicabuse.com © 2026, Academic Abuse LLC 3135e548-8c61-5046-8063-7ebc28de103d yes en Sun, 31 May 2026 23:00:18 -0700 Sun, 31 May 2026 23:02:33 -0700 http://academicabuse.com https://img.transistorcdn.com/iU5GeLgHQx8JlCkfmXM67j6mr4ehPMDckwGO68XLMNU/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8wNGU3/NjFkOGI5M2Y1YTc5/YjU5OWQyZDAyZjRh/NTBiYi5qcGc.jpg The Academic Verdict http://academicabuse.com episodic Julie Cruse The Academic Verdict exposes patterns of misconduct in Higher Education. Hosted by whistleblower and memoirist Julie Cruse, this podcast draws from live data and real stories collected at AcademicAbuse.com. Survivors anonymously share their experiences of enduring misconduct, their strategies for it, and how institutions can do better. We also explore the latest headlines of alleged abuse in higher education. Whether it’s breaking news or buried lawsuits, we name what universities won’t. If you’re a student, staffer, professor, and/or survivor, this is your podcast. For more information, visit academicabuse.com The Academic Verdict exposes patterns of misconduct in Higher Education. Higher Education, Academic Abuse, Academic Misconduct Julie Cruse admin@academicabuse.com No No Cal Louise Phoenix, Author of Studies in Lechery, on Professor Sexual Misconduct 1 1 Cal Louise Phoenix, Author of Studies in Lechery, on Professor Sexual Misconduct full 322e74f5-48a5-425a-b034-010a095f88aa https://podcast.academicabuse.com/s1/1 Summary

In this compelling interview, Cal Louise Phoenix discusses her book Studies in Lechery, revealing her personal experience with sexual exploitation by a professor, the psychological mechanisms behind such abuse, and the urgent need for institutional reform in higher education to protect students and uphold ethical standards.

Key  Topics

  • Power dynamics in academia
  • Psychological mechanisms of manipulation
  • Institutional responses to sexual abuse


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In this compelling interview, Cal Louise Phoenix discusses her book Studies in Lechery, revealing her personal experience with sexual exploitation by a professor, the psychological mechanisms behind such abuse, and the urgent need for institutional reform in higher education to protect students and uphold ethical standards.

Key  Topics

  • Power dynamics in academia
  • Psychological mechanisms of manipulation
  • Institutional responses to sexual abuse


Resources

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In this compelling interview, Cal Louise Phoenix discusses her book Studies in Lechery, revealing her personal experience with sexual exploitation by a professor, the psychological mechanisms behind such abuse, and the urgent need for institutional reform in higher education to protect students and uphold ethical standards.

Key  Topics

  • Power dynamics in academia
  • Psychological mechanisms of manipulation
  • Institutional responses to sexual abuse


Resources

]]> Higher Education, Academic Abuse, Academic Misconduct No International PhD Student Encountering Advisor Abuse 3 3 International PhD Student Encountering Advisor Abuse full 0ea7d4a2-2b6d-4960-9cd3-6a15a1a058a2 https://podcast.academicabuse.com/s1/3 An international PhD student, called Gabby, talks about her troubling experiences with her advisor, including issues of intellectual property theft and lack of support from the university. Gabby shares her journey of navigating the academic system, the challenges she faced in seeking help, and her advice for others in similar situations. The conversation highlights the need for better ethics training for advisors and the importance of trust in the advisor-student relationship.

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]]> Wed, 06 May 2026 02:00:00 -0700 Julie Cruse Julie Cruse 1261 An international PhD student, called Gabby, talks about her troubling experiences with her advisor, including issues of intellectual property theft and lack of support from the university. Gabby shares her journey of navigating the academic system, the challenges she faced in seeking help, and her advice for others in similar situations. The conversation highlights the need for better ethics training for advisors and the importance of trust in the advisor-student relationship.

]]> PhD, academic abuse, advisor issues, university support, intellectual property, ethics, international students, research challenges, student rights, academic integrity No Scientist Recounts Coercive Control in Higher Education 2 2 Scientist Recounts Coercive Control in Higher Education full f82a4556-de74-4250-893b-76d387c8e15d https://podcast.academicabuse.com/s1/2 This interview explores the harrowing experiences of academic misconduct, coercive control, and the importance of speaking out. The guest shares personal stories, strategies for action, and insights into institutional failures and reforms.

Key Topics

  • Academic misconduct and abuse
  • Strategies for filing complaints
  • Institutional accountability and reform
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Key Topics

  • Academic misconduct and abuse
  • Strategies for filing complaints
  • Institutional accountability and reform
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Key Topics

  • Academic misconduct and abuse
  • Strategies for filing complaints
  • Institutional accountability and reform
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