Episodes

  • Episode 55 - Urinary Part 3 and Kidney Stones
    Feb 28 2025

    Episode 55 finishes up the Urinary System, and I answer a listener's question about kidney stones. Thank you, Sarah, from the UK, for sending me your question! We cover a good amount of anatomy in this episode, so go to my Instagram page, where you can find images to help you follow along. You can also find tutor videos on my YouTube page. Feel free to email me your questions at minus55media@gmail.com.

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    26 mins
  • Episode 54 - Urinary System Part 2 (The Nephron)
    Feb 6 2025

    Today's episode continues our discussion of the urinary system with the nephron, including glomerular filtration, tubular reabsorption, and tubular secretion. Check out my instagram for images to help you following along with today's episode and don't forget to send your questions to minus55media@gmail.com so I can answer them on the show. You can also check out my tutor videos on YouTube.

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    33 mins
  • Episode 53 - Urinary System Part 1 / Doing Good & Doing Well
    Jan 27 2025

    Episode 53 begins our discussion of the urinary system, including general functions and anatomy. The urinary system does so much more than just making pee... but that is super important! Check out my Instagram to see images you can use to follow along with today's anatomy discussion. And don't forget to check out my YouTube channel for A&P tutor videos.

    I also have a conversation with Dr. Michael L. Kaufman, author of the book Doing Good & Doing Well: Inspiring Helping Professionals to Become Leaders in their Organizations.

    Email me your questions at minus55media@gmail.com.

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    55 mins
  • Episode 52 - Respiratory Physiology/Dental Hygiene
    Jan 18 2025

    This episode covers the concepts of respiration, including gas exchange, the laws that govern it, partial pressure, carbon dioxide transport, and oxyhemoglobin dissociation. I also have a conversation with Christina Byrne of ACT Dental who talks about being a dental hygienist, what it takes to become one, and all the career options associated with it. Check out my instagram account @studenthelp4ap to see the oxyhemoglobin dissociation curve. Don't forget you can email me at minus55media@gmail.com and ask me questions.

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    45 mins
  • Episode 51 - Respiratory Anatomy & Spirometry
    Dec 11 2024

    Episode 51 begins the Respiratory System by discussing its anatomy as well as lung volumes and capacities. It also includes my conversation with David DiVenti, instructor of Medical Assisting and Supervisor of Allied Health and Workforce Development at Camden County College in Camden County, New Jersey. David talks about being a Medical Assistant, what it takes to become one, and how rewarding a career it has been for him. It’s an incredibly informative conversation about a great career option for anyone interested anatomy & physiology. You can check out David’s instagram account to learn more about Medical Assisting. David mentioned a book that inspired him called Atomic Habits by James Clear. Learn more about Atomic Habits here.

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    45 mins
  • Episode 50 - Lymphatic Tissues and Organs
    Nov 27 2024

    This episode continues the lymphatic system with discussion of lymphatic tissues and organs, including the spleen, tonsils, thymus, and lymph nodes. Please take a minute to rate the podcast and leave comments. As always you can email questions to minus55media@gmail.com and I'll try to answer them on a future episode. Check out the anatomy & physiology videos I've been posting to instagram and youtube.

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    23 mins
  • Episode 49 - Lymph & Lymphatic Vessels
    Nov 19 2024

    Today's episode begins the lymphatic system. I posted an image on Instagram that may help you follow along with some of the anatomy talk. I also answer a listener question about VO2 Max. Don't forget to follow me on instagram and check out my youtube channel for videos and clips. Email me with questions at minus55media@gmail.com.

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    31 mins
  • Episode 48 - The Cardiac Cycle
    Oct 31 2024

    This episode covers the Cardiac Cycle, which is everything that happens in the heart from the beginning of one heartbeat to the beginning of the next heartbeat. The best visual for this is the Wiggers Diagram, which I have posted on instagram (studenthelp4AP) and twitter (@studenthelp4AP). I recommend using this image to following along.

    I also answer a question about hydration from listener Ali. Please follow me on my socials and feel free to use them to ask me a question. You can also email me at minus55media@gmail.com.

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    24 mins