The Critical Care Commute Podcast MedPod Learn: A New Era in Medical Podcasts.
Dec 2, 2025
Iain Beardzel, a consultant in emergency medicine and the visionary behind MedPod Learn, dives into the transformative potential of medical podcasts. He unveils his platform designed to turn passive listening into an interactive experience filled with learning objectives and engaging quizzes. Iain discusses his unique pricing strategy, highlighting user psychology and the importance of free trials. With insights on collaboration and app development, he emphasizes creating a structured approach to medical education, aiming for both accessibility and quality.
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Turn Listening Into Active Learning
- Podcasts are great for exposure but seldom translate passive listening into measurable learning.
- MedPod Learn adds structure (learning objectives, snippets, MCQs, reflection) to convert listening into active learning.
Missed Podcasts Sparked The Idea
- Iain recounts missing that Peter and Sarah had podcasts despite knowing them professionally.
- That discovery motivated a curated catalogue so good podcasts aren't hidden from peers and learners.
Add Simple Educational Scaffolds
- Add learning objectives, key snippets, MCQs and reflection prompts to each episode to improve retention.
- Save these activities automatically so users can track progress and prove CPD activity.