Theory Premed

In this episode, we sit down with Shun Kato, who shares his personal experience of the application process for medical school. Shun talks about the challenges he faced during the application cycle, including taking a gap year and the importance of staying true to oneself in the pursuit of a career in medicine. Listeners will gain valuable insights into the process of applying to medical school from a current student's perspective and be inspired by Shun's determination to follow his dreams despite the obstacles he encountered.

In this episode, we had Tiffany Lubrino as our guest to discuss her experience in the Special Master Program at CUSM. Tiffany talked about the program's unique features and how it prepared her for medical school during her gap year. She also shared some valuable insights for students considering this path. Tune in to hear all about Tiffany's experience in this fascinating program!

The hosts are back in the recording studio! In recent months, AI has been a huge topic of discussion due to Chat GPT's popularity. How will the advancement of AI affect medical professions? The hosts discuss the potential pitfalls and products of AI.

Join the hosts as they reminisce on their high school days, delving into their activities and social circles. They explore the influence these experiences had on shaping their identities and answering the ever-persistent question of what truly defines them today."

In this episode, the hosts once again create their ultimate survival team professions. Are you wondering how to plan and organize your day-to-day schedule? This episode is just right for you! The hosts give out some of their tips and secrets to a well-organized schedule.

In this episode, the hosts once again converse over various hypothetical questions and scenarios. Nathan ponders the value of a full life and Mo proposes a question to ask his future self. If you could choose not to sleep, would you? If this was your last year of life, who would you tell?

In this episode, Mo and Todd take on the frustrations of presentation. They share their experiences and tips when presenting. If you are looking for ways of improving your presentation skills, this is the episode for you!

Rosha is the first admit to Chapman University 2023, and she's pre-pa! It's been her dream to go to Chapman and major in data sciences. In this episode, Rosha asks the hosts intriguing questions about Chapman and the college life. Welcome to Chapman, Rosha!!

The hosts are finally on break after a very draining semester and finals week. They talk about their plans for the holidays and family traditions. Nathan tells a funny story about an Elf on the Shelf. Happy holidays premeds!

Today the hosts are joined by Spencer and Cristina, two super-star athletes at Chapman. They talk about their experiences in sports and how they manage a premed lifestyle on top of hours of practice each day. Is playing a sport worth it as a Premed? Absolutely!

In this episode, the hosts talk about their experiences in networking. They discuss how to approach peers, upperclassmen, and professors for advice. Finding great mentors isn't easy, so it's best to first know what to look for in a mentor. This episode is chock-full of essential advice for premeds seeking information and mentorship!

This episode is as cool as a stale turkey! The hosts talk about their breaks, introduce a new segment, and have a relaxing conversation. Nathan (almost) sings, and Mo tells a lovely story about a deaf patient at his hospital.

In this episode, Mo, Todd, and Nathan reflect on their goals for the semester as they head into Thanksgiving break. They also discuss a hypothetical: “could there be a college without exams?” Happy Thanksgiving, pre-meds!

In this episode, Mo, Todd, and Nathan discuss their experiences and give valuable advice to premeds looking to get into research! Learn how to take your first steps into the lab and how to read research papers. There's always a learning curve, but research can be so rewarding.

As pre-meds, Mo, Todd, and Nathan work in research labs for experience. In this episode, they break down their expectations going into research and what they each have gotten out of it. They also discuss the state of the research world and the greater implications of improper or bad science.

In this episode, the hosts are joined by pre-med peers Michelle and Brianna. The group discusses challenges such as building confidence, familial support, and MCAT mentality. Don't get held back comparing yourselves to others. There are many paths to becoming a well-rounded pre-med!

In college, everyone's resume resets to not include anything from high school. So what does high school matter? In this episode, Mo, Todd, and Nathan talk about the aspects of high school they believe are more important to being a premed.

As premeds and college students, Nathan, Todd, and Mo lose a lot of sleep. To combat fatigue, Todd plans his week out, Nathan takes on a positive mindset, and Mo drinks a ton of coffee! Sleep well, Premeds!

In this episode, learn how to choose a major as a premed. The hosts explain why they all chose the Biology major. Listing the Med School prerequisites, they give some advice on how to manage classes with a non-STEM major.

Mo, Todd, and Nathan take the online 16 Personality Test together and discuss their answers to the questions as they go. Play along to see if your personality is similar to the hosts of Theory Premed!

In this episode, Todd, Nathan, and Mo discuss some premed stereotypes and how they conduct themselves as premeds. The premed lifestyle isn't perfect; it takes a lot of work and a lot of sacrifices. The hosts agree that spending time with family and friends can be challenging, but it is the most rewarding.

Today, the hosts of Theory Premed talk about the difficulties Premeds encounter and how proper time management can help. Nathan and Todd discuss methods they use to balance personal and school life. Also, test your amino acid knowledge in a bonus competition at the end of the episode!

In today's episode, we talk all about hospital volunteering! Mo and Todd reflect on their first year and discuss their first steps into the healthcare field as volunteers. Nathan expresses his concerns and adaptations as a newly accepted volunteer. Together we advise on the do's and don't of volunteering, setting you up for success!

In this episode, Mo, Nathan, and Todd recap their chaotic first week of Junior year. Later, they give some of their best advice on being social and finding your people coming in as a college freshman!

Mo, Todd, and Nathan recap their summers and reflect on some of their research, volunteer, and recreational experiences. As the hosts head into their Junior year, they are excited for the semester ahead and the future of Theory Premed! Look out for new exciting episodes this season!

Nervous about interviewing as a premed? Three aspiring med students reveal some of their most valuable interview tips and tricks in this episode. Then, Todd hosts an interview competition between Mo and Nathan. The stakes are high; whoever can give the best answers to some common curveball questions will pour an ice bucket on the other's head!

In this episode, the pre-meds and Blake converse theories of the universe, evolution, and human society. Their curiosity leads to discussions of some of life's biggest questions. Blake proposes the next step in human evolution, while Todd wonders if AI can replicate the human mind.

Theory Premed welcomes Blake Calvo, a senior at Chapman who is on a sure path to dental school! Blake talks about his path to dentistry and gives some excellent advice for all pre-health students. This is an episode you can really sink your teeth into!

Today the hosts welcome Nathan's sister, Emma, to join in on a discussion of various thought provoking philosophical arguments. Todd introduces moral dilemmas such as the trolley problem and the prisoner's dilemma. And Emma speaks to the morality of killing a bug.

In this episode, Todd, Mo, and Nathan recollect some of the personal sacrifices they made for a premed lifestyle. However, there are plenty of motivations to make those sacrifices worthwhile! Motivate yourself to listen to this week's episode!

This is a must-listen for anybody considering a career as a PA! Alexa discusses the experiences that led her to a pre-PA path. Mo, Todd, and Nathan learn about the requirements for PA programs and the growing opportunities in the PA field.

Dreams of a Premed! In this episode, Todd, Nathan, and Mo discuss what it is to dream literally and figuratively. They speculate on the meaning of dreams and reveal some of their dreams within medicine. Are you a dreamer?

In this episode, Mo, Todd, and Nathan converse about anything they want completely off-script! The hosts revisit some summer plans, which leads to a thought-provoking discussion on the boat paradox. Get ready for a fun episode with many twists and turns!

This week's episode takes a deep dive into Mo, Todd, and Nathan's sophomore year. They talk about the highs and lows with a special guest, Ethan!

Having started as a pre-pharmacy student, Tiffany talks about her journey to changing a pre-med path. She emphasizes the importance of being true to yourself and learning to communicate even when it may be difficult. Additionally, Mo and Todd learn more about Tiffiany's hobbies outside of being a Pre-med which involves being a musical theater minor and part-time fitness instructor. There's a lot to take away from this episode! 

Mo, Todd, and Nathan head to the California University of Science and Medicine to interview Dean Eveland in this episode! Dr. Eveland provides some valuable med school application insight while discussing the contributing factors to CUSM's incredible program. Don't miss this one, premeds!

Drawing from their own experiences, the hosts discuss many ways you can take advantage of your summer as a premed. Also, Mo and Nathan share their new research experience involving a metal fly!

Adversity and Women in STEM! This week, our premed friends Hannah and Olivia talk about their journey to medicine and their experiences as women in STEM. We learn about the adversity they faced and how they came back stronger!

In today's episode, Mo, Todd, and Nathan talk about finding your place in college. They also explore the ideas of friend groups, support groups, and creating your pre-med track! If you're looking to start your path to medicine, this is the episode for you! Listen live on Chapman Radio every Saturday at 5 PM! — #podcast #premed #life #student #college #medschool

In today's episode, Mo and Todd talk about the importance of mindset and positivity throughout your everyday life. They also explore a few specialties that they may be interested in learning more about. If you're looking to learn more about different specialties within medicine from a pre-med's perspective, this is the episode for you!

In this week's episode, Mo, Todd, and Nathan talk about their study tips and strategies that have helped them throughout their time in college! Whether you're on the search for new study habits or trying to find ways of avoiding careless mistakes on exams, this episode will give you the resources you need!

In this episode, we talk about the first steps to getting on that pre-med journey. Mo, Todd, and Nathan give advice on everything from college choice, volunteer opportunities, interviews, crafting a narrative, and more! If you are considering premed, this episode is just for you!

Mo, Todd, and Nathan talk about their minors, hobbies, and interests in this week's episode. The conversation spirals through many tangents like boba balls and Nathan's presidential entrance to the TSA. Although a less pre-med-centered episode, there is much to take away, especially if you're looking at declaring a minor!

Our guests today are Stephanie and Jon, two board members of the American Medical Student Association (AMSA) at Chapman. They discuss medical school applications, the interview process, and essay writing tips. Also, learn about the differences between MD and DO schools in today's episode!

Today, our hosts met with 4 extraordinary UCI Med School students, Isam, Pooya, Nolan, and Tim. They spoke on their paths to medicine as well as their grit and encounters with failure. A truly inspiring episode for anyone looking into medical school or research!

This week's episode explores the stresses that many premeds experience. Mo, Todd, and Nathan talk about their week and how they dealt with the stresses leading up to their exam. The episode is filled with laughs, reflection, and tips from a student's perspective.

Ethan Nguyen, currently a second year economics major at Cal State Long Beach tells us about his premed journey. From traveling the world and helping communities to taking on leadership roles locally, Ethan has it all! The conversations between the hosts and Ethan help bring out a deeper student perspective.

Introducing, Theory Premed! A podcast following the journey of Mo, Nathan, and Todd. In this episode, they briefly discuss the motivations that drove them to pursue medicine. They also talk about their reasons behind making the podcast, and the role each host will play to provide you with the ultimate student perspective!