Core IM | Internal Medicine Podcast

Core IM takes a different approach to medical education podcasting. Instead of one long interview per episode, the show is organized into distinct series, each with its own format and focus. "5 Pearls" episodes distill five practical takeaways on an internal medicine topic using active learning techniques like pre-episode quizzing and intentional pauses. "Mind the Gap" challenges dogma by looking at the evidence (or lack of it) behind common IM practices. "Hoofbeats" dissects clinical reasoning cases. "At the Bedside" tackles everyday challenges that do not fit neatly into a textbook chapter. The show is produced by a team rather than a single host. Shreya, an internist at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and the show's editor-in-chief, and Marty, a primary care physician at Ohio State, are founding members who co-host many of the segments. This collaborative structure means different voices and perspectives show up across episodes, which keeps things fresh across the biweekly release schedule. With about 190 episodes over eight years, Core IM is not trying to flood your feed. Each episode is clearly the product of careful preparation, and the structured learning format makes it particularly effective for board prep and clinical review. The purposeful pauses built into episodes are a small touch that actually works well, giving you a moment to think before the answer comes. It is one of the more pedagogically intentional medical podcasts you will find, and the quality is consistently high.