Sabbatical 101

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61. Sabbatical Soundbytes: "How can I afford a sabbatical away from home?"

October 14, 2026

So you decided you're going to go away for sabbatical, but you're unsure how to fund it. In this episode I discuss strategies for making a sabbatical away affordable, from trying to hold some of your expenses constant if you don't have external support to applying for external fellowships to fund your sabbatical. Here are links to the resources I mention in the episode: Read this blog post about How to fund an international sabbatical for more information about fellowships available a...

60. Sabbatical Soundbytes: "Should I travel for my sabbatical or stay home?"

October 07, 2026

You may be thinking ahead to an upcoming sabbatical and wondering whether it's better to go away or stay home. Or, you may have always envisioned going away for sabbatical, but you're realizing, now that it's here, going away won't be as straightforward as you imagine. Determining whether to go away or stay home for sabbatical isn't just a logistical puzzle or a simple question of what would be best for you professionally. It's a question of what's best for you and those in your ecosystem,...

59. Sabbatical Soundbytes: "How do I know if my sabbatical goals are realistic?"

September 30, 2026

Ah, sabbatical goals. It's easy to create an ambitious sabbatical plan that looks great on paper. It's much harder to create a set of sabbatical goals that you can actually accomplish in the time you have, while also making time for rest and personal pursuits. In this slightly longer episode, I discuss the importance of setting realistic goals and walk you through a process for determining whether your goals are realistic. It's hard work, but worth it. If you're struggling with sabbatic...

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What is the email for Sabbatical 101?

The publicly listed email for Sabbatical 101: bethany@bethanywilinski.com.

How many listeners does Sabbatical 101 have?

Podseeker estimates Sabbatical 101 reaches fewer than 100 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Sabbatical 101?

Sabbatical 101 typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Higher-education professionals with firsthand experience taking or planning academic sabbaticals, particularly academics, academic librarians, administrators, or experts in academic careers and professional transitions. Common among recent guests: Completed multiple academic sabbaticals; Professional experience in higher education. Recent guests include Rea Dvakos.

How hard is it to get booked on Sabbatical 101?

Low. A guest with relevant expertise and a clear angle for its audience has a realistic chance.

What topics does Sabbatical 101 cover?

Recent episodes cover Education, Higher Education, Sabbatical Planning, Academic Careers, and Work-life Balance. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.