# mcat (audio feeds) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 1 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover mcat. Page: Feed: --- ## [Cell and Tissue Types](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ken2862/episodes/Cell-and-Tissue-Types-e2ug82m) _2026-08-18 · MedSchoolCoach · MCAT Basics (from MedSchoolCoach)_ Cells and tissues form the building blocks of life, which are crucial for mastering key concepts in the MCAT’s biology and biochemistry sections. In this episode, host Sam Smith breaks down the differences between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, exploring animal, plant, and bacterial cell structures alongside unique cell types like erythrocytes. You’ll gain insights into the various tissue… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/100df33dc/podcast/play/98098710/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-4-1%2Fcbf6dd59-7460-b05e-1eff-a188b190bfc0.mp3) ## [Thermodynamics](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ken2862/episodes/Thermodynamics-e2ug826) _2026-08-13 · MedSchoolCoach · MCAT Basics (from MedSchoolCoach)_ Thermodynamics is fundamental to mastering chemistry concepts and understanding the energy dynamics within biological systems crucial for the MCAT. In this episode, host Sam Smith dives into the laws of thermodynamics, covering everything from the zeroth law to the third. You'll explore key concepts like enthalpy, entropy, and Gibbs Free Energy and learn how they apply to reaction spontaneity and… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/100df33dc/podcast/play/98098694/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-4-1%2Ff406ef57-c94d-910a-b903-395800cfefb4.mp3) ## [DNA Replication and Central Dogma](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ken2862/episodes/DNA-Replication-and-Central-Dogma-e2ug847) _2026-08-11 · MedSchoolCoach · MCAT Basics (from MedSchoolCoach)_ DNA replication and the central dogma are fundamental concepts in molecular biology, and breaking down the different replication methods and the processes of transcription and translation is crucial for understanding how genetic information is expressed and passed on in cells. In the first part of our episode, we'll break down DNA replication, exploring the concepts of conservative,… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/100df33dc/podcast/play/98098759/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-4-2%2F301bf4ed-5b08-058a-cdc4-32cd96b09f50.m4a) ## [Psychology and Sociology Theories](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ken2862/episodes/Psychology-and-Sociology-Theories-e2ug83o) _2026-08-06 · MedSchoolCoach · MCAT Basics (from MedSchoolCoach)_ Understanding social and psychological theories is crucial for success on the MCAT, as these concepts shape everything from human behavior to societal structures. In this episode, Sam Smith breaks down the essential sociological and psychological theories you need to master, ranging from functionalism and conflict theory to the theories of emotion. Sam explains how these theories apply to… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/100df33dc/podcast/play/98098744/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-4-1%2F6d6a1463-10b7-a71d-e7b3-4ef502dd16ce.mp3) ## [Electromagnetism](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ken2862/episodes/Electromagnetism-e2ug83i) _2026-08-04 · MedSchoolCoach · MCAT Basics (from MedSchoolCoach)_ Electromagnetism is a critical component of physics, playing a pivotal role in everything from circuits to medical imaging technologies like MRIs. It is also a crucial topic for the MCAT, appearing frequently in the physics and chemistry sections. In this episode, Sam Smith breaks down the fundamental concepts of electricity and magnetism. Sam walks through the basics of static electricity, charge… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/100df33dc/podcast/play/98098738/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-4-1%2F1ea5e74d-7f76-ac19-de22-16196471ee27.mp3) ## [Functional Groups: Physical and Chemical Properties](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ken2862/episodes/Functional-Groups-Physical-and-Chemical-Properties-e2ug842) _2026-07-30 · MedSchoolCoach · MCAT Basics (from MedSchoolCoach)_ A deep understanding of functional groups is crucial for excelling in the MCAT, as they play a key role in the reactivity, physical properties, and biological functions of molecules. In this episode, Sam Smith breaks down the essential functional groups, covering their physical and chemical properties, biological relevance, and common reaction mechanisms. From alcohols and carbonyl-containing… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/100df33dc/podcast/play/98098754/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-4-1%2F36a57344-e5ba-9f6e-a46d-d05786694f8e.mp3) ## [Psychosocial Development and Identity](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ken2862/episodes/Psychosocial-Development-and-Identity-e2ug83s) _2026-07-28 · MedSchoolCoach · MCAT Basics (from MedSchoolCoach)_ The essentials of identity theories and psychosocial development reveal the foundational elements of human behavior and self-perception. In this episode, Sam Smith discusses the core theories around identity, from Erikson’s stages of psychosocial development and Freud’s psychosexual stages to Piaget’s cognitive framework and Kohlberg’s stages of moral growth. Sam talks about how each theory is… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/100df33dc/podcast/play/98098748/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-4-1%2F4d9b2a2d-d6e3-f3dc-b738-e875e8018bdb.mp3) ## [Learning and Memory](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ken2862/episodes/Learning-and-Memory-e2ug832) _2026-07-23 · MedSchoolCoach · MCAT Basics (from MedSchoolCoach)_ Learning and memory are foundational concepts that play a critical role in acing the MCAT, especially in the Psych/Soc section. In this episode, host Sam Smith discusses the key concepts of learning and memory, covering the brain structures involved in memory formation, like the hippocampus and amygdala, as well as the different types of memory—explicit, implicit, and working memory. Sam also… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/100df33dc/podcast/play/98098722/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-4-1%2F07c8f578-ad03-0865-c925-10389c4aee27.mp3) ## [Light and Optics](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ken2862/episodes/Light-and-Optics-e2ug83u) _2026-07-21 · MedSchoolCoach · MCAT Basics (from MedSchoolCoach)_ A foundational part of the MCAT, light and optics bridge the gap between physics and biology, making them vital for your exam preparation. In this episode, Sam Smith breaks down the fundamentals of light, covering both its wave and particle properties. From the energy of photons and the photoelectric effect, to wave behavior and the principles of refraction and reflection, Sam simplifies complex… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/100df33dc/podcast/play/98098750/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-4-1%2F259068c4-ae13-050e-a152-1bd8e930ac83.mp3) ## [Auto-trade Cross-Exchange Gaps (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/XD46vLnJCZP8) _2026-07-21 · **Sponsored**_ Find cross-exchange spreads, backtest strategies, and execute automatically with risk controls. ## [Atomic Chemistry](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ken2862/episodes/Atomic-Chemistry-e2ug83a) _2026-07-16 · MedSchoolCoach · MCAT Basics (from MedSchoolCoach)_ Atomic chemistry is a core component of the MCAT, essential for understanding molecular behavior and periodic trends. In this episode, host Sam Smith explores key concepts in atomic chemistry, including the intricacies of quantum theory, hybridization, and molecular geometry. You'll gain insights into electron configuration, periodic trends, and the role of quantum numbers in describing electrons.… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/100df33dc/podcast/play/98098730/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-4-1%2Ff47e1a3f-d1d8-20b4-06c2-b7497f838c8a.mp3)