Season 1
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13th August 2020
Self-Inflicting Illness
In this episode, we discuss self-inflicting diseases. Their impact on society and how this impact can be mitigated.
Makeen Baroudi
12th August 2020
A-Level Results Day 2020
In this episode, we discuss the different scenarios that might unravel on A-level results day.
Makeen Baroudi
11th August 2020
NHS Junior Doctors Contract
In this episode, we discuss the concerns that caused some unrest amongst junior doctors with the new junior doctor contracts. We explore how this problem has been resolved towards the end.
Makeen Baroudi
10th August 2020
NHS Bed Shortages
In this episode, we discuss a common problem that faces the NHS, bed shortages. Towards the end of the episode, we also discuss some ways which can be used to solve this issue.
Makeen Baroudi
7th August 2020
A&E Waiting Times
In this episode, we discuss the common problem the NHS faces of long A&E waiting times, and how to potentially solve this problem. We also explore the different types of A&E facilities. This is more relevant than ever in the light of COVID-19.
Makeen Baroudi
6th August 2020
Impact of Brexit On NHS
In this episode, we discuss the concerns that caused some unrest amongst junior doctors with the new junior doctor contracts. We explore how this problem has been resolved towards the end.
Makeen Baroudi
5th August 2020
NHS Privitisation Part 2
In this episode, we build on the previous episode by exploring the advantages and disadvantages of privatising the NHS from different points of view. Plus, we mention some of the general rules when it comes to handling a debate question in an interview setting.
Makeen Baroudi
4th August 2020
NHS Privitisation Part 1
In this episode, we start looking at NHS privatisation. We discuss the background and history of privatisation in the NHS. In the enxt episode we explore the pros and cons of NHS privatisation.
Makeen Baroudi
3rd August 2020
Vaccinations
In this episode today we will kickstart our series of controversial medical discussions. Today we will discuss vaccination: reasons for it and why some people may be against it. We will also talk about herd immunity.
Makeen Baroudi
3rd August 2020
Top Tips To Boost Your Interview Performance!
In this episode, we discuss some of our top tips to boost your interview performance.
Makeen Baroudi
3rd August 2020
Types of Medical Interviews
In this episode, we discuss how different universities use interviews. We explore the different types of medical interviews and how universities use them. We also explore the advantages and disadvantages of each style of interviewing.
Makeen Baroudi
3rd August 2020
Introduction To Interview Etiquette
In this episode, we discuss an introduction to interview etiquette. This episode is more general, the following two episodes are more specific to medical interviews. We explore what to wear for an interview and what to do if you can't answer certain interview questions. Finally, we touch on how you can start preparing for your interview.
Makeen Baroudi
3rd August 2020
Top Tips To Boost Your BMAT Score!
In this episode, we share some of our top tips to boost the status of your personal statement. We go through the initial criteria universities look for in a personal statement. We discuss how personal statements could be made more interesting and grab the attention of the admissions staff. And finally, we give some, usually, overlooked personal statement advice.
Makeen Baroudi
3rd August 2020
How Do Universities Use Personal Statement's?
In this episode, we discuss the personal statement from the perspectives of different universities. We explain the different levels of importance given to personal statements by different universities. Eventually, we dive into what makes a good personal statement.
Makeen Baroudi
3rd August 2020
Writing Your Personal Statement
In this episode, we discuss the initial steps to be taken when writing your personal statement. We talk about planning your personal statement, the how and when of it. We then move on to writing your personal statement. Then we discuss some of the harder bits about writing a personal statement.
Makeen Baroudi
3rd August 2020
Top Tips To Boost Your BMAT Score!
In this episode we discuss our top tips to boost your BMAT score. We explore timing, the importance of mental maths, and guessing! We further give specific advice on section 2 and the essay section of the BMAT.
Makeen Baroudi
3rd August 2020
How Do Universities Use The BMAT?
In this episode we discuss how different universities use the BMAT. We explain 'safe scores', the importance of BMAT for interview invites and any further importance of the BMAT to the medical application. Finally, we discuss the special status of the BMAT essay.
Makeen Baroudi
3rd August 2020
Introduction To BMAT
In this episode we discuss an introduction into the BMAT. We explain the changes made to section 1 for the 2020 cycle. We also explain how these changes will affect your BMAT preparations.
Makeen Baroudi
29th June 2020
Top Tips To Boost Your UCAT Score!
In this episode we discuss our top tips to boost your UCAT score. These tips involve timing strategies, using past papers and practicing. Listen to this episode to find out some UCAT tips which are usually overlooked.
Makeen Baroudi
28th June 2020
How Do Universities Use The UCAT?
In this episode we will discuss how different universities use the UCAT. We dive into cut-off scores and relevant information. We also explore non-cut-off score universities. Finally, we explore the special status of the Situational Judgement section.
Makeen Baroudi
27th June 2020
Introduction To UCAT Online
This episode explores the UCAT Online. It discusses what you need to know about the UCAT Online and the main differences between UCAT Online and UCAT at a test centre.
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