Medical Mnemonist (from MedEd University)

Chase DiMarco takes a different angle from most USMLE podcasts. Instead of reviewing specific medical topics, the Medical Mnemonist focuses on how to study more effectively. The show covers memory techniques like memory palaces and mnemonics, speed reading strategies, mind mapping, and study optimization methods specifically tailored for medical students and healthcare professionals preparing for board exams. Across 98 episodes, DiMarco brings a practical, evidence-informed approach to learning science. Episodes range from 9 to 45 minutes and cover topics like board exam success strategies, self-assessment techniques, and methods for building long-term retention. The production comes from MedEd University, which also offers related courses and resources, so the podcast fits into a broader educational ecosystem. The tone is direct and practical without being preachy about study habits. The podcast holds a 4.6 rating from 53 reviewers on Apple Podcasts. What makes it a valuable companion to content-focused Step 1 podcasts is that it addresses the meta-skills of studying itself. Knowing the Krebs cycle is important, but knowing how to actually commit it to memory and retrieve it under exam pressure is a different skill entirely. Medical Mnemonist tackles that second problem head-on. Students who feel like they are putting in the hours but not retaining material often find actionable advice here. It pairs well with any of the content-heavy shows on this list as a study strategy supplement.