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Leaving academia podcast, episode 1

From would-be linguist to TV producer

BY SABINE HIKEL | AUG 07 2007

Shortly after she began her PhD in linguistics, Polly Washburn realized the academic career path was not going to scratch her creative itch. Now she is a writer, produces independent short films and works as an associate producer on an international travel show.

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