This week, we discuss the grueling nature of the MCAT and the application process. Hosts Lovedeep and Jessica discuss what they did for their applications and how they studied as Joaquin starts his MCAT journey. Follow us on Instagram @nsecpod

Ep. 4 - Flashback From the Past ft. Om Patel and Eyouab Tadesse

May 12th, 2021 47m 55s

This week we have KGI alums, Season 1 co-hosts and future doctors Eyouab and Om share their insights, advice and revelations on the MS1 year and application cycle. Don't miss out on some inside scoops to medical school! Follow us on Instagram

S2 E3 - You Can't Wait for Opportunities to Come to You

Apr 15th, 2021 27m 30s

This week we have a short episode that gives our insight on not being complacent during a pandemic and we highlight some organizations that have transitioned well to the new online culture. Follow us on Instagram @nsecpodcast, and DM us if you

S2 E2 - The Pursuit of Medicine feat. Lebron James

Mar 22nd, 2021 51m 49s

This week we learn about our next two co-hosts Lovedeep and Jessica. We pick their brains about their educational backgrounds, favorite ways to destress, and strategies to getting an upwards trend. Follow us on Instagram @nsecpodcast, and DM u

S2 E1 – Postbacc, Pandemic, and Jack Johnson

Feb 15th, 2021 40m 4s

To start off Season 2, we'll be introducing one of our new co-hosts, Joaquin Del Mundo, and dive into his journey with choosing a post bacc and how the pandemic has affected that, as well as talk about his past academic experiences. Enjoy! Foll

#20 - New Beginnings

Jan 4th, 2021 1h 49m

It’s the boys’ final episode, and they’re joined by none other than Dr. David Lawrence, Dean of the new Keck Graduate Institute School of Medicine and former CEO of Kaiser Permanente! They delve right into Dr. Lawrence's perspective on American

#19 - Different Worlds

Dec 23rd, 2020 58m 26s

Throughout the year, lads have given you the non-traditional perspective of pre-med life. But what about our traditional fam? Eyouab calls an old friend, Erik Risa, MS4 at University of Washington, to discuss the major differences between the t

#18 - Mightier than the Sword

Dec 16th, 2020 53m 56s

Another episode hot off the press! With interview season hitting full swing, the boys get deep about the art of the update letter: what to say, when to send, and how to best advocate for yourself. Om and Alec spill the beans on their interviews

#17 - For the Culture

Nov 25th, 2020 1h 18m

The lads are back at it with some GEMS in this episode! We do a deep dive into the good, the bad, and the ugly of pre-med culture: the insecurities, the pressures, and the ambition of it all. Get your plate out, because we’re handing out heapfu

#16 - Melanin in Medicine (Part 2)

Oct 23rd, 2020 1h 3m

If you liked Part 1 of our Melanin in Medicine series, you’ll love Part 2! We have a packed lineup this week, as Eyouab is joined by Lateefat Olawore (Philadelphia COM ‘24), Katherine Almengo (University of Toledo SOM ‘24), Brittany Hill (Unive

#15 - Melanin in Medicine Part 1

Oct 14th, 2020 1h 18m

We got some FIRE content as always this week! This episode is a recording from a two-panel series that Eyouab hosted titled "Melanin in Medicine." He was joined by Jennifer Sylvester (Wayne State SOM ‘24), Ndidi Ude (Morehouse ‘24), and Valandr

#14 - Bring Home the Naan

Sep 28th, 2020 1h 4m

This week’s topic--the big interview--is one that we always love talking about, because it is almost always a conversation that revolves around being real and your true self, and not some caricature of what you think an ideal medical school app

#13 - Ballerinas and Boards

Sep 14th, 2020 1h 10m

The team is back together with a special guest: PCOM ‘24 Zoe Beausoleil! This ballerina-turned-med student has had as non-traditional a journey as you can imagine. In this interview, she gives us ALL the details, including what shifted her traj

#12 - D.O. or D.O. Not, There Is No Try

Sep 1st, 2020 1h 9m

It’s the D.O. episode! Om and Eyouab are joined by PPC alumni turned D.O. students Elias Makhoul and Brianna Orlowski. We talk all things osteopathy, including applications, O.M.M., moving across the country for school and more! Indulge! Foll

#11 - Best Laid Plans

Jul 27th, 2020 1h 24m

The team is back with PPC alumni Maxine Yang and Shadman Hyder to talk about all things secondary essays. Eyouab also spills the tea on his tumultuous first couple of weeks moving to Detroit! Follow us on Instagram @nsecpodcast, and DM us if y

#10 - Against All Odds

Jul 13th, 2020 53m 17s

The team is joined by UNLV Medicine student and PPC superstar Jabre Millon! We get into his pre-med journey and how he had to conquer an overwhelming struggle. Plus, we have a special announcement from Eyouab! Follow us on Instagram @nsecpodcas

#9 - The Crooked Apple Tree

Jun 22nd, 2020 1h 3m

Alec is out preparing for the MCAT (wish him luck!), and we’re joined by PPC alums Viviana Rios and Alexy Jabbour. In this episode, we get into the Black Lives Matter protests, the recent Supreme Court win for the LGBTQ community, mental health

#8 - America’s Next Top Model Applicant Ft. PBJ Med

Jun 10th, 2020 51m 12s

With the AMCAS and the AACOMAS now open, the team is back on Zoom with PBJ Med to spill all the tea on how to choose your schools for both MD and DO programs. We get into how to choose a school that’s good for you, the importance of aligning yo

#7 - Up, Close, & Personal

May 4th, 2020 1h 6m

The team reunites via Zoom to get into the crux of every med school application: the personal statement. We’ll be talking about self-reflection techniques, different literary devices to use when writing, and how to effectively tell your story.

#6 - Mission Possible ft. Victoriam Media

Mar 24th, 2020 1h 4m

Om’s out on some research adventures but the team is joined by Nick from Victoriam Media! They discuss their thoughts about extracurriculars and offer advice for obtaining letters of recommendation. Major key: Be true to yourself and the people

#5 - Gut Check

Mar 5th, 2020 1h 8m

The MCAT is coming. Are you ready for the challenge? The team discusses resources at your disposal, preparing for the big day, and how to get into the right mentality for this behemoth of a test. Enjoy! Be sure to follow us on Instagram at @n

#4 - Mind the Gap (Year)

Feb 20th, 2020 1h

Joon Kim, program director of KGI's Postbac Premedical Certificate and Postbac Pre-PA Certificate, joins the podcast to talk all things postbac. The team discusses the importance of gap years, how to know a postbac program is right for you, and

#3 - Growing Pains

Feb 17th, 2020 57m

With Om getting ready for the SUMMA conference, Alec and Eyouab get into the nitty gritty details of their undergraduate coursework and how they found the spark they needed to commit to medicine. Enjoy!

#2 - Under Pressure

Feb 11th, 2020 53m 17s

Join the three hosts as they interview KGI’s Dean of Students Cynthia Martinez and discuss her college experiences, the pressures of being a pre-med, and how she grew in her career. Enjoy! Intro/outro song: ‘Visions’ by LAKEY INSPIRED.

#1 - Introducing the Not So Endless Cycle

Jan 30th, 2020 1h 4m

The three hosts discuss the origin of the show, what the format will be like, and how our listeners will benefit. Thanks for listening to the first episode of the Not So Endless Cycle!

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