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PMY 560: From a 2.7 Undergrad GPA to Med School Acceptance

From a 2.7 Undergrad GPA to Med School Acceptance

Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 560 Callie talks about her journey to medical school. It details her path from wanting to be a doctor as a child through attending…
MP 339: Overcoming Doomscroll Culture

Overcoming Doomscroll Culture

Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 339 Today, we discuss the negative impacts of social media and doom scrolling on studying for the MCAT. We talk about how spending too…
ADG 247: How Can I Fight The Fear I've Destroyed My Chances?

How Can I Fight The Fear I’ve Destroyed My Chances?

Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 247 The premed student is struggling with confidence after having a lower GPA in their first two years of undergrad. What can she do…
MP 338: Top Scorer Shares Their Secrets

Top Scorer Shares Their Secrets

Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 338 What does it take to become a top scorer on the MCAT? Zasca is joining us today to share her insights and practical…
ADG 246: Recovering From a Low GPA, What Are My Chances?

Recovering From a Low GPA, What Are My Chances?

Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 246 This student was concerned about their GPA and whether it would be competitive enough for medical school applications. They also wanted advice on…
PMY 559: Einstein Admissions Co-Chair Reveals a Shift in Priorities

Einstein Admissions Co-Chair Reveals a Shift in Priorities

Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 559 In this episode, we talk about the medical school admissions process with Dr. Bob Marion, who is on the admissions committee at Einstein…

Am I Wrong for Retaking Classes At Community College?

Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 342 Is it acceptable for a student to take postbaccalaureate science classes at a community college? While some advisors and schools may disapprove, most…
ADG 245: How do I Navigate Secondaries as a NP?

How do I Navigate Secondaries as a NP?

Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 245 The applicant, who is currently a nurse practitioner, is getting conflicting advice from physicians about whether to highlight or downplay their experience as…
OPM 341: Can I Take Prereqs While on Active Duty?

Can I Take Prereqs While on Active Duty?

Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 341 This nontrad is a registered nurse in the Air Force and is looking for the right time to begin their coursework. Is it…
MP 337: Active Learning Hacks for MCAT Triumph

Active Learning Hacks for MCAT Triumph

Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Session 337 This week, we discuss active learning strategies for the MCAT – including flashcards, teaching others, and using practice questions to reinforce content. We’re…