Ahmed and Jayden reflect on their personal experiences, as well as their students', with CARS, the challenges they've faced, and how to overcome them. Want to learn more? Shoot us a text at 415-855-4435 or email us at podcast@jackwestin.com! π± π Free Resources: https://jackwestin.com π Live Education Sessions: https://jackwestin.com/sessions π¨π»βπ« Courses: https://jackwestin.com/courses π Tutoring: https://jackwestin.com/services/live-online-mcat-tutoring πΈ Follow Us On Instagram: https:/...
Jun 27, 2024β’54 minβ’Season 2Ep. 18
Join Eric and Jayden as they discuss nature vs nurture and related study methods, including twin studies and adoptive studies. Want to learn more? Shoot us a text at 415-855-4435 or email us at podcast@jackwestin.com! π± π Free Resources: https://jackwestin.com π Live Education Sessions: https://jackwestin.com/sessions π¨π»βπ« Courses: https://jackwestin.com/courses π Tutoring: https://jackwestin.com/services/live-online-mcat-tutoring πΈ Follow Us On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jackw...
Jun 20, 2024β’52 minβ’Season 2Ep. 17
Jayden and Eric consider immune cells and how they fit into the grand scheme of the immune system. Want to learn more? Shoot us a text at 415-855-4435 or email us at podcast@jackwestin.com! π± π Free Resources: https://jackwestin.com π Live Education Sessions: https://jackwestin.com/sessions π¨π»βπ« Courses: https://jackwestin.com/courses π Tutoring: https://jackwestin.com/services/live-online-mcat-tutoring πΈ Follow Us On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jackwestinmcat π₯ Join our Facebo...
Jun 13, 2024β’54 minβ’Season 2Ep. 16
Guest host Isabella joins Ahmed as they discuss how to balance studying for the MCAT with other aspects of life as a premed. Want to learn more? Shoot us a text at 415-855-4435 or email us at podcast@jackwestin.com! π± π Free Resources: https://jackwestin.com π Live Education Sessions: https://jackwestin.com/sessions π¨π»βπ« Courses: https://jackwestin.com/courses π Tutoring: https://jackwestin.com/services/live-online-mcat-tutoring πΈ Follow Us On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jackwes...
Jun 06, 2024β’41 minβ’Season 2Ep. 15
Join Ahmed and Eric as they follow the path of macromolecules down the GI tract and discuss how they're processed.Want to learn more? Shoot us a text at 415-855-4435 or email us at podcast@jackwestin.com! π±π Free Resources: https://jackwestin.com π Live Education Sessions: https://jackwestin.com/sessions π¨π»βπ« Courses: https://jackwestin.com/courses π Tutoring: https://jackwestin.com/services/live-online-mcat-tutoringπΈ Follow Us On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jackwestinmcatπ₯ Joi...
May 30, 2024β’40 minβ’Season 2Ep. 14
Ahmed, Eric, and Jayden answer student questions ranging from MCAT to med school and residency. Want to learn more? Shoot us a text at 415-855-4435 or email us at podcast@jackwestin.com! π± π Free Resources: https://jackwestin.com π Live Education Sessions: https://jackwestin.com/sessions π¨π»βπ« Courses: https://jackwestin.com/courses π Tutoring: https://jackwestin.com/services/live-online-mcat-tutoring π©πΌβπ« Coaching: https://jackwestin.com/services/interactive-1-on-1-mcat-coaching πΈ Fol...
May 23, 2024β’55 minβ’Season 2Ep. 12
Join Ahmed and Eric as they share helpful strategies to conceptualize/group the amino acids, how they can be tested, and how they connect to other topics. Don't forget to submit questions to the "Ask Me Anything" podcast for next week using this link: https://forms.gle/WSkNJHnr8yhUqXu18 Want to learn more? Shoot us a text at 415-855-4435 or email us at podcast@jackwestin.com! π± π Free Resources: https://jackwestin.com π Live Education Sessions: https://jackwestin.com/sessions π¨π»βπ« Courses:...
May 16, 2024β’55 minβ’Season 2Ep. 12
Eric and Jayden discuss key strategies for MCAT passage breakdown and how they relate to clinical medicine. Use this link (https://forms.gle/66FiSeaW5CtqYxZE9) to submit questions for the "Ask Me Anything" episode. Want to learn more? Shoot us a text at 415-855-4435 or email us at podcast@jackwestin.com! π± π Free Resources: https://jackwestin.com π Live Education Sessions: https://jackwestin.com/sessions π¨π»βπ« Courses: https://jackwestin.com/courses π Tutoring: https://jackwestin.com/servi...
May 09, 2024β’57 minβ’Season 2Ep. 11
Eric interviews Ahmed about his role(s) here at Jack Westin and what resources/offerings the company has available to support its students. Use this link (https://forms.gle/66FiSeaW5CtqYxZE9) to submit questions for the "Ask Me Anything" episode. Want to learn more? Shoot us a text at 415-855-4435 or email us at podcast@jackwestin.com! π± π Free Resources: https://jackwestin.com π Live Education Sessions: https://jackwestin.com/sessions π¨π»βπ« Courses: https://jackwestin.com/courses π Tutori...
May 02, 2024β’1 hr 2 minβ’Season 2Ep. 10
Join Ahmed and Eric as they discuss what you need to know about eye anatomy and visual processing. Want to learn more? Shoot us a text at 415-855-4435 or email us at podcast@jackwestin.com! π± π Free Resources: https://jackwestin.com π Live Education Sessions: https://jackwestin.com/sessions π¨π»βπ« Courses: https://jackwestin.com/courses π Tutoring: https://jackwestin.com/services/live-online-mcat-tutoring π©πΌβπ« Coaching: https://jackwestin.com/services/interactive-1-on-1-mcat-coaching πΈ ...
Apr 25, 2024β’50 minβ’Season 2Ep. 9
Discover how hosts Eric and Jayden figured out what specialty was right for them. You'll hear key advice while learning about the two greatest specialties in medicineβ¦ ENT and Dermatology. Want to learn more? Shoot us a text at 415-855-4435 or email us at podcast@jackwestin.com! π± π Free Resources: https://jackwestin.com π Live Education Sessions: https://jackwestin.com/sessions π¨π»βπ« Courses: https://jackwestin.com/courses π Tutoring: https://jackwestin.com/services/live-online-mcat-tutor...
Apr 11, 2024β’58 minβ’Season 2Ep. 8
Compare and contrast some of the most high yield topics in the PS section with hosts Ahmed and Eric. Want to learn more? Shoot us a text at 415-855-4435 or email us at podcast@jackwestin.com! π± π Free Resources: https://jackwestin.com π Live Education Sessions: https://jackwestin.com/sessions π¨π»βπ« Courses: https://jackwestin.com/courses π Tutoring: https://jackwestin.com/services/live-online-mcat-tutoring π©πΌβπ« Coaching: https://jackwestin.com/services/interactive-1-on-1-mcat-coaching οΏ½...
Apr 04, 2024β’55 minβ’Season 2Ep. 7
Take a trip down the airways with hosts Ahmed and Jayden as they discuss the anatomy and function of the respiratory system. Want to learn more? Shoot us a text at 415-855-4435 or email us at podcast@jackwestin.com! π± π Free Resources: https://jackwestin.com π Live Education Sessions: https://jackwestin.com/sessions π¨π»βπ« Courses: https://jackwestin.com/courses π Tutoring: https://jackwestin.com/services/live-online-mcat-tutoring π©πΌβπ« Coaching: https://jackwestin.com/services/interactiv...
Mar 28, 2024β’41 minβ’Season 2Ep. 6
Don't make the same MCAT mistakes we did! Ahmed and Jayden break down exactly what to do (and what to avoid) on test day for maximum success. Want to learn more? Shoot us a text at 415-855-4435 or email us at podcast@jackwestin.com! π± π Free Resources: https://jackwestin.com π Live Education Sessions: https://jackwestin.com/sessions π¨π»βπ« Courses: https://jackwestin.com/courses π Tutoring: https://jackwestin.com/services/live-online-mcat-tutoring π©πΌβπ« Coaching: https://jackwestin.com/se...
Mar 21, 2024β’57 minβ’Season 2Ep. 5
Hosts Jayden and Eric pool years of experience teaching the MCAT to discuss common mistakes students make when creating their study plan. Want to learn more? Shoot us a text at 415-855-4435 or email us at podcast@jackwestin.com! π± π Free Resources: https://jackwestin.com π Live Education Sessions: https://jackwestin.com/sessions π¨π»βπ« Courses: https://jackwestin.com/courses π Tutoring: https://jackwestin.com/services/live-online-mcat-tutoring π©πΌβπ« Coaching: https://jackwestin.com/servic...
Mar 14, 2024β’45 minβ’Season 2Ep. 4
Join Eric and Jayden as they discuss the high-yield neuromuscular junction. They explain the clinical applications of the NMJ they see everyday as doctors. Want to learn more? Shoot us a text at 415-855-4435 or email us at podcast@jackwestin.com! π± π Free Resources: https://jackwestin.com π Live Education Sessions: https://jackwestin.com/sessions π¨π»βπ« Courses: https://jackwestin.com/courses π Tutoring: https://jackwestin.com/services/live-online-mcat-tutoring π©πΌβπ« Coaching: https://jac...
Mar 06, 2024β’51 minβ’Season 2Ep. 4
Want to ace the MCAT C/P section? Ahmed and Eric share their top real-world examples for better understanding. Want to learn more? Shoot us a text at 415-855-4435 or email us at podcast@jackwestin.com! π± π Free Resources: https://jackwestin.com π Live Education Sessions: https://jackwestin.com/sessions π¨π»βπ« Courses: https://jackwestin.com/courses π Tutoring: https://jackwestin.com/services/live-online-mcat-tutoring π©πΌβπ« Coaching: https://jackwestin.com/services/interactive-1-on-1-mcat-...
Feb 29, 2024β’49 minβ’Season 2Ep. 2
Ever wondered what med school interviews are REALLY like? Ahmed and Eric spill all the beans β the good, the awkward, and how to prep like a pro. Want to learn more? Shoot us a text at 415-855-4435 or email us at podcast@jackwestin.com! π± π Free Resources: https://jackwestin.com π Live Education Sessions: https://jackwestin.com/sessions π¨π»βπ« Courses: https://jackwestin.com/courses π Tutoring: https://jackwestin.com/services/live-online-mcat-tutoring π©πΌβπ« Coaching: https://jackwestin.co...
Feb 22, 2024β’1 hrβ’Season 2Ep. 1
Have you ever asked yourself which equations are the highest yield on the MCAT? Join Phil and Azaii to learn the answer and get bonus content at the end of the episode. Schedule a complimentary meeting with an academic advisor to learn more about the resources at Jack Westin: https://calendly.com/academic-advising-4/academic-advising-consultation?utm_campaign=podcast&utm_source=135 Want to learn more? Shoot us a text at 415-855-4435 or email us at podcast@jackwestin.com! π± π Free Resources...
Jan 18, 2024β’54 min
Azaii CalderΓ³n MuΓ±iz and Phil Hawkins welcome you to the first Jack Westin MCAT podcast episode of 2024! They ring in the new year by discussing the role of emotion and order in memory. May 2024 be a year full of happiness, health, success, growth, and so much more! Click here to schedule a free meeting with an academic advisor. They can help you come up with a personalized MCAT and application schedule, learn more about the resources at Jack Westin, or even get you connected with the course ! S...
Dec 28, 2023β’40 min
In this episode, Azaii and Phil answer your questions in a special Ask Me (Us) Anything AMA podcast! What are their favorite holiday activities, is nuclear fusion energy possible, how to prepare for your medical school applications now, and more! Send us your questions for the next AMA at podcast@jackwestin.com or leave a response in the Spotify Q&A or on Youtube. Schedule a complimentary meeting with an academic advisor to come up with an MCAT and application schedule, learn more about the ...
Dec 25, 2023β’58 min
In this episode, Phil and Azaii ask the big questions in life: if there are lots of open seat on the bus, is sitting directly next to someone wrong? Are we using the word ""socialization"" incorrectly? What topics are off-limits with the in-laws? And what does any of this have to do with the MCAT? Schedule a complimentary meeting with an academic advisor to come up with an MCAT and application schedule, learn more about the resources at Jack Westin, or join us in the course: https://calendly.com...
Dec 21, 2023β’40 min
Phil and Azaii continue the conversation about memory with phone numbers, camels, and an interesting patient case! Tune in for memory part 2 and send in your questions for the upcoming AMA! Send us your questions for our upcoming episode at podcast@jackwestin.com Leave a response in the Spotify Q&A or on Youtube. Join the Jack Westin family with complimentary academic advising. Our advisors can provide individual guidance on resources that will help you during your MCAT prep. Want to learn m...
Dec 14, 2023β’35 min
Join Phil and Azaii as they discuss concrete tips for learning and most importantly, retaining information long-term. What's a memory palace? How prevent memories from decaying? And what does smell have to do with it? Send us your questions for the next AMA at podcast@jackwestin.com or leave a response in the Spotify Q&A or on Youtube. Schedule a complimentary meeting with an academic advisor to come up with an MCAT and application schedule, learn more about the resources at Jack Westin, or ...
Dec 14, 2023β’51 min
Join Phil and Azaii as they discuss the information processing model. We discuss how we sometimes remember things that we weren't even paying attention to, and how you can remember a celebrity's phone number. Send us your questions for our upcoming episode at podcast@jackwestin.com Join the Jack Westin family with complimentary academic advising. Our advisors can provide guidance on resources that will help you individually during your MCAT prep. Want to learn more? Shoot us a text at 415-855-44...
Dec 07, 2023β’30 min
Join Azaii and Phil as they discuss roles, role strain, role conflict and master roles. Send us your questions for our upcoming episode at podcast@jackwestin.com Join the Jack Westin family with complimentary academic advising. Our advisors can provide guidance on resources that will help you individually during your MCAT prep. You can also take advantage of the November sale (last day!) and join one of the courses to expand your peer group . Want to learn more? Shoot us a text at 415-855-4435 o...
Nov 30, 2023β’46 min
Happy Thanksgiving to anyone celebrating! In this episode, Phil and Azaii discuss what you need to know about family and different types of social groups for the MCAT. Join us to learn about kinship and stay for a very special announcement at the end. Send us your questions for our upcoming episode at podcast@jackwestin.com Join the Jack Westin family with complimentary academic advising. Our advisors can provide guidance on resources that will help you individually during your MCAT prep. You ca...
Nov 29, 2023β’46 min
What is the single biggest problem Azaii and Phil see with students as they prepare for test day? Not reviewing properly. In this episode, we dive deep into proper exam review, how to schedule your exams, and how to get the biggest score increases in the shortest amount of time. Jack Westin Academic Advising Want to learn more? Shoot us a text at 415-855-4435 or email us at podcast@jackwestin.com! π± π Free Resources: https://jackwestin.com π Live Education Sessions: https://jackwestin.com/ses...
Nov 16, 2023β’53 min
There is a new MCAT course in town! Phil and Azaii break the news on what they have been working on behind the scenes, and are excited to finally loop in the world. Act this month and save hundreds of dollars. If you were planning on buying the complete course, then you can get that AND the new Live Course for the same price! The NEW LIVE course includes a ton of interesting features, homework, assignments, diagnostic tools, etc... Complimentary Jack Westin Academic Advising to get started Want ...
Nov 09, 2023β’48 min
In an incredibly important episode, Phil and Azaii discuss MCAT accommodations. Even if you don't think you need them, you'll want to hear this episode. Sometimes we think we can push through, unexpected life events happen, and getting help is the best thing we can do to maximize our MCAT score! Below we include two important links for deciding test dates, resource and support recommendations, and suggested accommodations submission dates: Complimentary Jack Westin Academic Advising for Determin...
Nov 02, 2023β’1 hr