Grad School Bros Podcast

Gary Lazard Jr., Alex Caston, Vic Norris
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Who would’ve thought three strangers would turn into brothers thanks to Grad School. Come take this journey as Vic Norris, Gary Lazard Jr. and Alex Caston speak on their experience and life as three professional African Americans males where their only direction they’re going is up and never ever looking down. Nothing but raw, uncut, and of course real convos just the way you want to hear it.

  1. Jun 1

    Season 4 Ep. 8 - Summer Reset

    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

    28 min

  2. Jan 24

    Season 4 Ep.7 - What keeps us in higher ed?

    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

    1h 35m

  3. 12/19/2025

    Season 4 Episode 6 - 2025 Christmas Episode

    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

    1h 18m

  4. 09/29/2025

    Season 4 Ep. 5-Looking Straight Ahead

    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

    1h 46m

  5. 02/28/2025

    Season 4 Ep. 4 - Professional Development

    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.

    1h 5m

  6. 11/15/2024

    Season 4 Ep. 3 - Holiday Favorites

    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

    1h 16m

  7. 10/04/2024

    Season 4 Ep. 1 - Life Lessons to Success

    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.

    1h 33m

  8. 03/04/2024

    Season 3 Ep.2-Conference Season

    In this episode we touch on many topics: -Our brother Alex Caston is Dallas ISD Promise Teacher (Congratulations).  -How does conferences help you in the higher ed field. -What was one thing we learned from working in our positions?  Grad School Bros:  Vic Norris  Gary Lazard Jr.  Alex (AJWay) Caston

    1h 34m
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Who would’ve thought three strangers would turn into brothers thanks to Grad School. Come take this journey as Vic Norris, Gary Lazard Jr. and Alex Caston speak on their experience and life as three professional African Americans males where their only direction they’re going is up and never ever looking down. Nothing but raw, uncut, and of course real convos just the way you want to hear it.

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  • Creator
    Gary Lazard Jr., Alex Caston, Vic Norris
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    36
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
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    Grad School Bros Podcast