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A collaboration between the Medical School Headquarters and Next Step Test Prep, The MCAT Podcast is here to make sure you have the information you need to succeed on your MCAT test day. We all know that the MCAT is one of the biggest hurdles on your journey to becoming a physician. Listening to thi…

Ryan Gray, MD of Meded Media


    • Jan 31, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
    • weekly NEW EPISODES
    • 21m AVG DURATION
    • 349 EPISODES

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    The MCAT Podcast is an incredibly valuable resource for anyone preparing to take the MCAT. Dr. Gray does an excellent job at breaking down information and making it easy to understand and remember. The podcast covers a wide range of topics and brings on great guests who provide in-depth analysis of how to master the MCAT. Listening to this podcast has greatly improved my understanding of the reasoning behind MCAT questions, and I don't think I could have done nearly as well on the test without it.

    One of the best aspects of this podcast is the way it presents information in a clear and concise manner. The episodes are short and easily digestible, making it easy to fit them into a busy schedule. The hosts provide tips and tricks for solving problems, as well as thorough explanations of how to reason through questions and passages. This podcast not only helps with content knowledge but also provides strategies for approaching different types of questions, which is extremely helpful when studying for the MCAT.

    Another great aspect of this podcast is that it provides time for listeners to think about the answers before revealing them. This makes you feel productive even when you're not actively studying, such as during your commute or while doing other tasks. It's a great way to make use of time that would otherwise be wasted.

    On the downside, there aren't many negative aspects to this podcast. Some listeners may find that certain episodes are too focused on specific topics or may prefer more general content. However, overall, there is a wide range of topics covered in the podcast, so there should be something for everyone.

    In conclusion, I highly recommend The MCAT Podcast to anyone preparing for the MCAT or looking to improve their understanding of MCAT reasoning. It is an excellent resource that provides valuable insights and strategies for approaching MCAT questions. Whether you listen while driving or during other activities, this podcast will help you feel more confident and prepared for test day.



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    Latest episodes from The MCAT Podcast

    343: Strategies to Conquer Tricky MCAT Questions

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2024 13:46


    How do you make sense of a confusing question? What do you do if that question is holding you back? Find out on this episode of The MCAT Podcast!

    342: How to Deep Dive Into Self Assessment

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2024 16:38


    How can you turn your MCAT weaknesses into strengths? Find out on the latest episode of The MCAT Podcast.

    341: What You Need In Your Ultimate Test Day Go Bag

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2024 16:02


    This week on The MCAT Podcast we are covering what you should and shouldn't bring to your test day!

    340: Figuring out how ADCOMS feel about your MCAT Score

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2024 16:47


    This week we're diving into how a premed could be able to tell whether or not they would be accepted by a school if they have a below-average score.

    339: Overcoming Doomscroll Culture

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2024 18:48


    This week on the MCAT Podcast we cover how to push past what you see on social media and excessive doomscrolling!

    338: Top Scorer Shares Their Secrets

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2023 15:24


    This week a top MCAT scorer is sharing their biggest secrets on how they prepared for the MCAT.

    337: Active Learning Hacks for MCAT Triumph

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2023 19:42


    This week on the MCAT Podcast we discussed the power of actively engaging with MCAT prep material.

    336: The Secrets of MCAT Stress

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2023 20:14


    This week we uncover how to mitigate MCAT stress.

    335: The Game-Changing Way To Approach Flashcards

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2023 16:17


    This week on The MCAT Podcast we talk how changing the way you use flashcards can make you better at studying for the MCAT.

    334: MCAT Prep for Canadians

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2023 20:43


    We cover how Canadians can prep for the MCAT.

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    333: The Power of Setting Boundaries

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2023 24:54


    This week on The MCAT Podcast we discuss the importance of creating strict boundaries with your loved ones can help you succeed in your goals.

    332: Prepping For the MCAT as an ESL Student

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2023 19:22


    This week we cover how ESL students can prep for the MCAT.

    331: Undergrad: Applying What You've Learned

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2023 16:33


    This week we discuss how to take the knowledge you've learned during undergrad and apply it to your MCAT prep.

    330: Study Groups: The Number 1 Thing You Need

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2023 13:31


    This week we discuss the amazing value that a study group can provide.

    329: Top 5 Biggest Prep Mistakes To Avoid

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2023 28:59


    An MCAT instructor runs through the 5 BIGGEST mistakes students make when they're preparing for the MCAT.

    328: The Secret of the Hidden Curriculum: Anatomy and Physiology

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2023 15:56


    This week we discuss whether or not there really is a hidden curriculum you need to be studying for the MCAT.

    Will I See You Next Week?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2023 0:51


    This is a mini-episode to hopefully get you excited about MappdCon and make the financial burden of attending even less!

    327: Taking the MCAT Without Physics/Biochem-Can I Pass?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2023 17:16


    This week we dive into whether or not a student can pass the MCAT without having taken major courses.

    326: Practice Smarter, Not Harder: Optimizing MCAT Study Efforts

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2023 19:58


    We'll share the best tips and tricks that will allow you to optimize your MCAT study efforts without overdoing it.

    325: Test-Day Reality Check: How Reliable are Practice Scores?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2023 23:08


    What do your practice scores mean? Are they actually a reliable indicator of how you'll do during the real test?

    324: Mind and Body Balance: Wellness Habits for Test Prep Triumph

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2023 15:42


    Learn how finding balance within your mind and body is crucial to your success on test day.

    323: MCAT and Real Life: When to get Proactive About Changing MCAT Plans

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2023 24:21


    Sometimes your life's timeline can get in the way of your plan for the MCAT. Learn how being proactive can balance that out.

    322: Navigating the Post-Test Limbo

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2023 24:29


    What are you supposed to do after you finish the MCAT? Find out now.

    321: It's Time To Critique Your Notetaking

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2023 19:53


    Is the way that you're taking notes hurting you or helping you with your MCAT prep? Find out now!

    320: Crush the MCAT Clock: Mastering Reading and Time Allocation

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2023 18:12


    Ineffective time management can make or break your MCAT score! Here are some of our best tips on how to make the best use of your time during the MCAT.

    319: How to Handle Experimental Passages

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2023 14:22


    How can you overcome the MCAT's experimental passages without them tripping you up?

    318: Handling MCAT Prep in a Post-Covid World

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2023 18:33


    You struggled with your online classes, and now you've got to take the MCAT based on what you learned. Here are some tips on how to get through.

    317: Decoding Early Assurance: Exploring Its Benefits and Drawbacks

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2023 30:32


    Dr. Gray speaks with a student who skipped the MCAT via an early assurance program.

    316: How You Can Become An Expert Figure Analyst?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2023 15:14


    We'll share the best tips and tricks that will allow you to confidently assess figures.

    315: Is a January Test Date Really So Crazy? The Pros and Cons

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2023 23:23


    A January test date might seem like a huge burden, but there's a lot of hidden benefits.

    314: How to Unleash your Potential by Overcoming Imposter Syndrome

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2023 19:53


    Imposter syndrome can happen to anyone. In this episode we'll share the key steps that you should be taking to push it back.

    313: How to Conquer Tough Topics With Confidence

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2023 20:15


    Everyone has topics that give them trouble. Let us help guide you through pushing past them.

    312: Is Summer MCAT Prep Right For You?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2023 24:25


    Learn the pros and cons of using your summer to prep for the MCAT. Decide which timeline is right for you!

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    311: Secret MCAT Math Shortcuts

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2023 18:54


    MCAT Math can be super daunting, especially when you consider that there's no calculator! But there are some shortcuts that can help.

    310: Choosing the Best MCAT Test Date for Applications

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2023 33:51


    Choosing your MCAT date is an important step in your med school application process. Join us as we walk you through how to strategically approach

    309: Nailing the MCAT Headgame

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2023 28:45


    Preparing for the MCAT is all a headgame, learn the best practices from the experts on how to push through your doubts and find MCAT success.

    308: Prepare for your MCAT Test Day Like a Pro

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2023 25:45


    We show you the best practices that you can take in order to become an MCAT test day pro.

    307: Think like a Balance Pro

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2023 23:59


    How can you balance studying for the MCAT in a way that helps you keep from getting overwhelmed?

    306: Think like a Review Pro

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2023 29:41


    We cover how to nail your review of the MCAT like a pro.Mentioned in this episode:MP 15 Point Increase

    305: Think like a Psych/Soc Pro

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2023 20:11


    We cover what best approaches will make you ace the Psych/Soc section of the MCAT.Mentioned in this episode:MP 15 Point Increase

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    304: Think like a Bio/Biochem Pro

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2023 18:21


    We cover how you can ace the Bio/Biochem section of the MCAT.Mentioned in this episode:MP 15 Point Increase

    303: Think like a Chem/Phy Pro

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2023 21:00


    We cover what approaches you should be taking to nail the Chem/Phy section of the MCAT.Mentioned in this episode:MP 15 Point Increase

    302: Think like a CARS Pro

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2023 22:29


    We cover what best approaches will make you ace the CARS section of the MCAT.Mentioned in this episode:MP 15 Point Increase

    301: Current MCAT Data

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2023 34:35


    We cover real MCAT data and tell you what that data means in terms of your own stats. Mentioned in this episode:MP 15 Point Increase

    300: What Does the MCAT Mean and What is it's Future

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2023 15:10


    Dr. Gray reminisces about the path to 300 episodes of The MCAT Podcast and what the MCAT means to you. He announces winners too!Mentioned in this episode:MP 15 Point Increase

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