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Jack Westin
Mike and Molly from Jack Westin discusses anecdotes, advice, and ramblings on the premed years, the MCAT, and life beyond. Have new episodes delivered to you by subscribing.
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Mar 24, 2022 • 48min
Making a Plan with Special Guest Robert Greenleaf
Join Azaii and Phil as they talk to their special guest Robert Greenleaf. We discuss everything from how to stay motivated, when you should get help, and why you should be skeptical of social media. If you want to talk to an academic advisor, feel free to call or text: 415-805-6292
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Mar 17, 2022 • 47min
If you are reading this, you probably have Herpes!
Did you know that there are over a 100 strains of herpes and 8 that affect humans? Join Azaii and Phil as they discuss the non-living yet often annoying mystery that are viruses.
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Mar 10, 2022 • 18min
Do you know your blood type?
What do monkeys, sugar and blood types have to do with one another? Phil and Azaii talk about codominance, blood transfusions and pregnancy as they continue the conversation on genetics.
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Mar 3, 2022 • 24min
If you have the genes, does that mean you have the disease?
Keeping it going from last week, Azaii and Phil discuss the some weird cases in genetics that don't follow the normal rules of genetics. We discuss a mutation that ended an NBA career, and how even with genetic testing, you may not know if a mutation is fatal.
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Feb 24, 2022 • 35min
The HIGHEST YIELD MCAT topic
Learn about the highest yield MCAT topic with a deep dive into amino acids. Discover why burnt hair smells, and how mutations can lead to Parkinson's and Huntington's disease.

Feb 17, 2022 • 19min
Celebrating Black Excellence During Black History Month
Tune in to this special podcast as we celebrate Black and African American excellence in medicine during Black History Month. From plasma storage to the first successful heart surgery, there's so much to admire!
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Feb 10, 2022 • 43min
Do you have false consciousness?
Join Azaii and Phil as they wrap up the AAMC MCAT Psych outline. We discuss what it means to have false consciousness, as well as how there are disparities in health and healthcare throughout the world.
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Feb 7, 2022 • 41min
Are we headed towards a population-level catastrophe? And what do Chicago and Lululemon have to do with the MCAT??
In this episode, we touch on Malthusian theory, suburbanization and gentrification. So tune in and find out, are we actually headed towards a population-level catastrophe?
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Feb 3, 2022 • 27min
MCAT AMA Part 2 - Thank you for the great questions
There were so many great questions that we couldn't stop at one episode... Should you include research experiences in your application even without publications, when should you retest and does Le Chatelier's principle apply to catalyzed reactions? Join for the answers, stay for the stories.
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Jan 27, 2022 • 52min
MCAT AMA - You asked, we're answering!
We asked for your questions and you sent us great ones! Azaii and Phil respond to what YOU want to know. We talk about time management, standing out in your medical school application, memory palaces and more!
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