Jack Westin MCAT Podcast

Struggling to keep all the rate-law rules and enzyme facts straight? In this Jack Westin MCAT Podcast episode, Mike and Molly break down exactly what the AAMC expects you to know—no fluff, just high-yield kinetics you’ll see on Test Day.What we cover in Part 1* Big-picture difference between K (equilibrium) vs k (rate)* The Arrhenius equation & how Ea and T really control reaction speed* How to recognize zeroth, first & second-order rate laws in passages* Why the rate-determining step rules every multi-step mechanism* How enzymes lower activation energy, plus active site basics* Essential vocab: apoenzyme → holoenzyme, cofactors vs coenzymes* The Induced-Fit Model (forget “lock-and-key” oversimplifications)* Fast recall with the LIL HOT enzyme-classification mnemonicBy the end you’ll be able to:✅ Write and manipulate rate laws with confidence✅ Predict how temp or catalysts shift reaction speed✅ Decode enzyme names on the fly and spot catalytic tricks the MCAT lovesNext up in Part 2: Michaelis–Menten kinetics, Km/Vmax shortcuts, and inhibitor patterns—so make sure you’re subscribed and turn on notifications! Want to learn more? Shoot us a text at 415-855-4435 or email us at podcast@jackwestin.com! 📱📚 Free Resources: https://jackwestin.com 🎓 Live Education Sessions: https://jackwestin.com/sessions 👨🏻‍🏫 Courses: https://jackwestin.com/courses 🙋 Tutoring: https://jackwestin.com/services/live-online-mcat-tutoring📸 Follow Us On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jackwestinmcat👥 Join our Facebook Study Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/freemcatprep

In this episode, Molly and Jack dive into a refreshingly relatable CARS passage—this time, it's all about architecture and the city of Las Vegas. 🏙️ Learn how to tackle neutral passages, stay engaged with real-world context, and apply the power of visualization—a core strategy we emphasize in our CARS skills workshop. Whether you're prepping for test day or just want to sharpen your reading comprehension, this episode is packed with practical tips and real-time breakdowns to help you think like the MCAT. Link to full passage: https://jackwestin.com/daily/mcat-practice-passages/cars-practice-passages/mapping-las-vegas Want to learn more? Shoot us a text at 415-855-4435 or email us at podcast@jackwestin.com! 📱 📚 Free Resources: https://jackwestin.com 🎓 Live Education Sessions: https://jackwestin.com/sessions 👨🏻‍🏫 Courses: https://jackwestin.com/courses 🙋 Tutoring: https://jackwestin.com/services/live-online-mcat-tutoring 📸 Follow Us On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jackwestinmcat 👥 Join our Facebook Study Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/freemcatprep

Confused about Gibbs Free Energy, reduction potentials, or how batteries actually work? 🔋 This episode of the Jack Westin MCAT Podcast is your go-to breakdown of Thermodynamics & Electrochemistry—taught through real MCAT examples, from redox reactions to the electron transport chain. Join Mike and Molly as they simplify key MCAT science concepts and help you understand why reactions happen and how to think through reduction, spontaneity, energy transfer, and electrochemical cells. 🧠 Get the MCAT clarity you’ve been craving. 📘 Download your free textbooks now → jackwestin.com/mcat-books Want to learn more? Shoot us a text at 415-855-4435 or email us at podcast@jackwestin.com! 📱 📚 Free Resources: https://jackwestin.com  🎓 Live Education Sessions: https://jackwestin.com/sessions  👨🏻‍🏫 Courses: https://jackwestin.com/courses  🙋 Tutoring: https://jackwestin.com/services/live-online-mcat-tutoring 📸 Follow Us On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jackwestinmcat 👥 Join our Facebook Study Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/freemcatprep

Not sure how to plan your pre-med journey? 📅 In this episode of the Jack Westin Pre-Med Podcast, Lauren and Christina walk you through exactly what to focus on each year of undergrad—from freshman mistakes to GPA comebacks and everything in between. This is your year-by-year academic guide to building a competitive med school application without the stress. ⏱️ Timestamps: 01:05 – Freshman Year: Building the foundation 04:35 – Sophomore Year: MCAT mindset + strategic course planning 15:28 – Junior/Senior Year: Application prep & clinical experience 21:52 – GPA Struggles: You're not alone 24:32 – How to Improve Your GPA 31:41 – Use Your Resources: Advisors, tutoring, and more 💡 Whether you’re a first-year student or in your final semester, this episode will help you stay on track and make smart decisions that move you closer to med school. Want to learn more? Shoot us a text at 415-855-4435 or email us at podcast@jackwestin.com! 📱 📚 Free Resources: https://jackwestin.com  🎓 Live Education Sessions: https://jackwestin.com/sessions  👨🏻‍🏫 Courses: https://jackwestin.com/courses  🙋 Tutoring: https://jackwestin.com/services/live-online-mcat-tutoring 📸 Follow Us On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jackwestinmcat 👥 Join our Facebook Study Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/freemcatprep

Welcome back to the Jack Westin MCAT Podcast – CARS Reading Skills Workshop edition! In this episode, your hosts Jack and Molly tackle a passage that’s deceptively simple yet rich in critical reasoning practice: “Turns” 🎨 While the topic may sound like a snooze, this passage is the perfect test of your ability to stay focused on something totally unfamiliar—a challenge many MCAT students struggle with in the CARS section. 📚 Here’s what you’ll get out of this episode: - Why “Turns” is one of our favorite practice passages - How to navigate unfamiliar or niche topics without zoning out - What makes this passage surprisingly fun and mentally engaging - Specific strategies to apply during your next CARS practice session - How to think like the test-maker and stay one step ahead Whether you're struggling with attention, pacing, or reasoning through strange subjects, this workshop will show you how to read smarter—not harder. 🔗 Ready to try this passage yourself? Download it here: 👉 https://jackwestin.com/daily/mcat-practice-passages/cars-practice-passages/turns Want to learn more? Shoot us a text at 415-855-4435 or email us at podcast@jackwestin.com! 📱 📚 Free Resources: https://jackwestin.com  🎓 Live Education Sessions: https://jackwestin.com/sessions  👨🏻‍🏫 Courses: https://jackwestin.com/courses  🙋 Tutoring: https://jackwestin.com/services/live-online-mcat-tutoring 📸 Follow Us On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jackwestinmcat 👥 Join our Facebook Study Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/freemcatprep