Exam Study Expert: ace your exams with the science of learning

<p>Today, I'm sharing one question that cuts through revision stress and helps you decide what to study next: what kind of learning feels most difficult right now? </p><p>Tune in to find out why mental resistance is a...

<p>Many of the students and scholars I speak to struggle with stress, anxiety and overwhelming emotions: about exams, assignments, academic pressure or feeling behind.</p><p>So today we're chatting with Dr Jennifer...

<p>Everything's a u shaped curve: don't work too hard, but not too little either, for best results.<br/><br/>Explore how understanding this "sweet spot" principle can help you find the balance in your study routine, as...

<p>Unlock the secrets behind how a top student in Australia crushed his finals and secured a top 1% score in his state — and learn exactly how you can apply his disciplined strategies to your own exams. Harry's journey...

<p>Small can be mighty when it comes to setting the right study goals, especially at first! Learn why consistency is queen, and how a "do-able come rain or shine" study routine is the key to building and maintaining...

<p>What if the fastest way to learn better is to understand why and where learning breaks down?</p><p>In this episode, I’m joined by leading UK educator and author Alex Quigley to unpack his eight predictable failure...

<p>What if improving results across an entire school came down to a handful of simple learning habits, done well, every day? </p><p>In this episode we sit down with two headteachers from top-performing UK schools – Andy...

<p>What is metacognition? And how can you use it to plan smarter, reflect on exams and evaluate your daily learning with clarity?</p><p>We’re joined by Nathan Burns, aka Mr Metacognition, to explore his favourite...

<p>Join William for a quick pep talk on showing due respect to the exam you're sitting, with surprising benefits for your motivation, enjoyment of the study process and even your end result.<br/><br/>*<br/><br/>Hosted...

<p>In this episode, learn how to conquer distraction and build a healthier relationship with technology using quick wins for a digital detox.<br/><br/>Our guest is digital detox expert, technologist and TEDx speaker...

<p>In today’s mini episode we’re taking a look at the surprisingly helpful question of what you do on your study breaks.</p><p>Choosing the right break activities can help you return to work on time, ready to go again...

<p>A short trailer episode for new listeners to get a taste of the show.</p><p>Questions? Comments? Requests? Or just want to say "thanks" - send me a text message (I read them all!).</p>

<p>To kick off the new year we’re sitting down with neuroscientist, international speaker and author Dr Sarah McKay to translate decades of neuroscience research into straightforward tactics students can use today for...

<p>Today, we're turning good intentions and a long list of things you need to do or should do or would like to do into consistent action!</p><p><br/></p><p>Key ideas today include:<br/>• fresh start effect as useful...

<p>In this final very special episode to round out 2025, we welcome world-renowned personality expert Professor Brian Little to help us answer the question: who are you really?</p><p>As one of the great scholars of our...