Grad School Bros Podcast

In this episode of Grad School Bros, we're setting one of the biggest debates for students, graduates, and working professionals: What's actually harder- graduate school or working full time.
The GSBros breaking down the academic pressure, deadlines, research, workplace expectations, difficult professors, difficult bosses, money, work life balance, and the never ending struggle to find yourself. And then we take it up to another level:
What happens when you're doing BOTH- working full time while going to grad school? 
 
Hosts
Gary Lazard Jr. 
Alex Caston 
Vic Norris 

Think college is just parties, impossible professors, and having your entire future figured out by freshman year? Think again. In this episode of Grad School Bros, we break down some of the biggest misconceptions about college life and separate fact from fiction. Drawing from real experiences in higher education and common myths many students believe before stepping onto campus, we discuss what college is really like- from academics and friendships to mental health, campus involvement, and preparing for life after graduation. 
Whether you're an incoming freshman, a current college student, a graduate student, a parent, or higher education professional, this conversations will give you practical advice, honest insight. 
 
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Host 
Vic Norris 
Alex Caston 
Gary Lazard Jr. 

Artificial Intelligence is changing higher education faster than ever before—but is it helping students learn or making them more dependent on technology? In this episode of Grad School Bros, we dive into one of the biggest debates in education today. From AI-powered study tools and personalized learning support to concerns about cheating, critical thinking, and academic integrity, we explore both sides of the conversation. Research suggests AI can improve productivity, brainstorming, and learning support, while educators continue to raise concerns about overreliance and the loss of essential problem-solving skills.
Host 
Alex Caston 
Vic Norris 
Gary Lazard Jr. 

Summer break is more than just time off—it’s an opportunity to rest, recharge, and prepare for what’s next. In this episode, the Grad School Bros discuss how students can make the most of their summer by balancing recovery, personal growth, career development, financial wellness, and fun. Whether you’re working, taking classes, traveling, or simply trying to reset after a demanding semester, this conversation offers practical advice and encouragement to help you return to school feeling refreshed, focused, and ready for success. 
Host
Gary Lazard Jr - _nice2eazy
Vic Norris - vjmakaveli
Alex Caston - ajway8705

Higher Ed. administration isn’t easy. The GSB’s gang for sure don’t have pretend. In this episode, the GSB gang talk honestly about the challenges, the burnout moments, and the reasons many of us still choose to stay. 
 
Reflecting on what keeps us motivated, how our purpose has changed over time, and the student moments -big and small-that remind us why this work matters. We also share real advice for folks entering higher ed. what to expect, what  to expect, what boundaries matter, and how to sustain yourself long term. 
 
Host
Gary Lazard Jr. 
Vic Norris Jr. 
Alex Caston 

The Grad School Bros wrap up 2025 with a special holiday episode full of reflection, laughs, and REAL talk. Christmas conversations, reflections from 2025 and also how to manage your mental your mental health during the holiday season. 
2026 GSBros will continue bringing the REAL talk and making sure everyone is entertain for 45 mins to a hour. 
 
Host 
Gary Lazard Jr. 
Vic Norris 
Alex Caston 

In this episode of Grad School Bros, we dive into the importance of looking ahead and planning for life beyond the day-to-day grind of graduate school. From setting long-term career goals to building healthy personal habits, we share strategies for staying motivated and keeping perspective when the present feels overwhelming. Whether you’re navigating uncertainty, mapping out your next steps, or just curious about what the future could hold, this conversation is about embracing possibility, preparing with intention, and creating a vision for what comes after grad school.
 
Host 
Gary Lazard Jr.
Alex Caston 
Vic Norris 

Professional Development. It's always good to enrich you learning in you career field. Often, PD's offer great opportunities to network and gain knowledge. However sometimes they're so full of bs you're better off putting your ear to the ground in a cow pasture. Nonetheless, let the Grad School Bros tell you about our experience.  

It's Holiday Season with the GSBro's. The brothers get together and talk about their favorite holiday memories.
Grad School Bro's 
Alex Caston 
Gary Lazard Jr. 
Vic Norris

If ya'll been rolling with the Grad School Bros ya'll know it'd been a journey! We're confident enough to say that we have been and are successful but man....it was not a straight line, the journey felt more like failure, quitting was tempting and finishing felt abnormal. However, the tough times on the road to success ARE normal because they taught us some lessons! Ya'll gon come on up in here and take listen real quick! 
 
GSBros 
Alex Caston - AJWAY 
Vic Norris 
Gary Lazard Jr.