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The Last Push Podcast!ReproductionWelcome back and happy 2021!!!! Here is a recap on asexual versus sexual reproduction & mitosis/meiosis. Also, a story to help remind you of what variation is and how it plays a role of whether or not a species lives or dies.2021-01-0421 min
The Last Push Podcast!Chemistry Paper 2 - Rates of ReactionHere is a little look at rates of reaction and the scientific key words you should be using. When talking about increasing temperature the key word is kinetic energy. If you’re looking at concentrations 2M is a higher concentration than 0.5M because there more particles in the same volume. Also, what about surface area: the smaller the pieces (like powder) the more surfaces. Let’s not forget about catalysts. They are chemicals that lower the activation energy to speed up chemical reactions.2020-09-2200 min
The Last Push Podcast!Chemistry Paper 2 - Gas TestsHere is the first look into content covered in Year 11. Make some flash cards on these four tests!!!! Get revising guys and keep asking your teachers for requests. Anything you want us to go through on here let us know!2020-09-2200 min
The Last Push Podcast!Welcome Back!A huge welcome back to everyone this week and to all the students who came back today!!!2020-09-0400 min
The Last Push Podcast!Check in!Hey Community! Just a little check in and reminder. The content hasn’t changed so these podcasts can be listen to over and over again. I really encourage you to use them often and schedule them into your routine. Monday, Wednesday, Friday.... repeat. Hearing information repeatedly alongside retrieval practice will strengthen your long term memory. Listen on Monday, Free Write, mind map or create and use flash cards on Tuesday. Spaced learning and using retrieval practices is a proven method to enhance your learning over time. Come on!!!
& Welcome Back Year 10’s2020-06-1700 min
The Last Push Podcast!Biology Lesson 6 Part 3 - Varitation and EvolutionThird instalment here we go! Do a little refresher. But honestly if you haven’t done 1 and 2 GO BACK! It won’t make sense without it. Seriously you need to get some images up as well! A visual really helps!2020-05-1900 min
The Last Push Podcast!Biology Lesson 6 Part 2 - Genetic InheritanceThis is a continuing of part 1. We’re looking in more detail about genetics and genetic diagrams. You really need to try and get some information and pictures up ahead of time. I suggest you get up information from BBC Bitesize about genetic inheritance, cystic fibrosis, and polydactyly. I also suggest doing all the possible genetic diagrams for the two inherited disorders that we look at. Practice makes perfect!2020-05-1100 min
The Last Push Podcast!YOU matter - Planning is Key!A little break from curriculum so you guys can focus on what your intent is. Have you let the situation that we are in disrupt your daily habits or have you been the disruptor and take hold of your time and your life. I believe that change and building habits has to come from within but proper planning and scheduling of your time is a huge part in being productive. The more productive you can be the more motivated you’ll be to reach your goals. I think waking up with intention and an idea of what to tackle is ke...2020-05-0700 min
The Last Push Podcast!Biology Lesson 6 Part 1 - ReproductionHere we take a look at the difference between asexual and sexual reproduction. Liking this topic with mitosis which was seen earlier (Biology paper 1) is your key to strengthening your long term memory. Try doing a comparison table between mitosis and meiosis after listening. We also focus our attention on some key scientific words and visualise where they are in a cell.
Part 2 will be released shortly. If you have any requests please let me know.2020-05-0600 min
The Last Push Podcast!Biology Lesson 5 - Homeostasis and ResponseHere it is! All about responding to a change in your environment. How the nervous system and endocrine system perform the amazing job and maintain constant internal environments within our bodies!2020-04-2900 min
The Last Push Podcast!Physics Lesson 1 - EnergyHere is a walk through of what might come up on the first section of the Physics Paper 1. It’s all about energy and possible transfers between systems. The required practical is this section is about specific heat capacity which looks at how much energy is needed to change a 1kg object by 1 degree Celsius. I really think you should watch the Malmesbury science video which describes this practical. Also, we look at non renewable and renewable resources and how that relates to global warming and climate change.
Take your energy and use it to go through and learn as mu...2020-04-2200 min
The Last Push Podcast!Biology Lesson 4 - Photosynthesis and RespirationThe last section of your Biology paper 1. If you’ve been interleaving these and have listened to these a few times you’ll be ready for a challenge. I suggest after this you take 5 days to study and then try a past paper. If you’ve been coming back to these and making flash cards along the way you should be prepared to try tackling a paper. Also don’t forget to look through the required practicals. Studies show that frequent no stakes testing will help improve your memory. So please put in the time and effort but also trying question...2020-04-1900 min
The Last Push Podcast!Chemistry Lesson 2 - BondingHere is the second part from your Chemistry Paper 1 Exam. It’s all about bonding. The three types of bonding, simple and giant structures is the focus today.2020-04-1500 min
The Last Push Podcast!Biology Lesson 3 - Infection and ResponseHere is the third part of the Biology Paper 1 overview. We get into the infection and disease section. I really like this section but it’s all very real right now. If you want to skip it for now, you can always come back later. It is a very important part of your GCSE and actually good to know in life. Please remember to stay safe and wash your hands.2020-04-0700 min
The Last Push Podcast!Chemistry Lesson 1 - Atoms, Elements and the Periodic TableHere we explore the foundations of your Chemistry. It’s vital for you to know and understand this in order to be successful. The plum pudding model typically comes up on either chemistry or physics as it’s common content. I also just that you look up the alkali metals demonstration with water, oxygen and chlorine. Displacement reactions in group 7 Halogens is another demonstration you should find a video on. I hope you are all staying safe, moving when you can, using your minds daily and being positive! Stay focused on your goals and be intentional.
Additional reading: https://www.comp...2020-04-0100 min
The Last Push Podcast!Biology Lesson 2 - OrganisationHere is the second section of the Biology paper 1. We will look at the digestive system, circulating and the respiratory system. Also we look at the plant organ system and the tissues involved. I highly suggest that you look up the food test required practical and the photosynthesis required practical once you’re done listening.2020-03-2600 min
The Last Push Podcast!Biology Lesson 1 - Cell BiologyFor anyone trying to do some home studies. This mini series will go through each section of the AQA specification. We start with cells but next episode we will go into the organisation of cells (circulatory system, digestive system, plant tissues). Try and watch the Malmesbury Science YouTube Chanel along side this. The magnification required practical and the osmosis required practical are the two that go alongside this episode. I also suggest you have BBC Bitesize opened at the same time to have information and pictures.
Stay positive and productive everyone!2020-03-2400 min
The Last Push Podcast!Momemtum and Collisions (Higher)One area for development is acing those physics paper 2 topics. Momentum was one of them. A lot of the time it will be questions about vehicles and objects that move and collide. It can also be things that are fired or launched, like sling shots. You need to gain confidence with the conservation of momentum questions by going through the theory. More importantly after that practice those situational exam questions so nothing surprises you. Get practicing! Your fate once you ace momentum - you’ll be cruising for an 8!!2020-03-0500 min
The Last Push Podcast!Prep, Prep, PrepCannot say it enough! Preparation is key to feeling prepared and confident in everything you do. Exam season is so stressful so take time now to consistently go through topics frequently! Key emphasis on frequency. YOU need to slot in small amounts of time often to help retain that information.
Number one key for success is the dedication to the process. The grind and the struggle of the next few months is what will prepare you for those exams.
Moves and counter moves people.
I believe in you and so should you!2020-01-2400 min
The Last Push Podcast!Hydrocarbons before the HolidaysIt’s important to stay intentional with your vision, your goals. This gets even harder with the holiday season. Make a realistic schedule with the time you have. Keep it frequent so you don’t fall back into old habits. Don’t be complacent! Time still countdown and deadline don’t get extended because of holiday. Don’t loose sight of everything you’ve worked so hard for!!!2019-12-2200 min
The Last Push Podcast!selection, engineering of genes and disorder(s)Selective breeding, genetic engineering and inherited disorder tonight! Might as well link them all together. Remember always try to revise different topics at once to keep things in your long term longer.
Before you play you may want a diagram of genetic engineering and insulin production. Might be a good shout to grab a diagram of genetic crosses for cystic fibrosis and polydactyly.2019-12-0600 min
The Last Push Podcast!Natural Selection & DarwinQuick refresher on Biology Paper 2 topic: Natural Selection. Charles Darwin explored the Galápagos Islands and discovered that similar species on different islands that differences and varied in their characteristics. What’s interesting is that those variations enables those species to be better adapted to their environment. This goes through that and looks at that.
Why do elephants have long trunks... Why to giraffes have long necks?
Make the links to evolution.2019-12-0200 min
The Last Push Podcast!Biology Combo PackHere is some insight into the start of biology paper 1. Building off of types of cells and their organelles you now need to look at leaf tissue layers. This is a little boost to help you get started but you need to do the work. Get flash cards, start practicing more questions, look at the required practicals. Don’t waste the time you have to start embedding this into your long term!2019-10-1400 min
The Last Push Podcast!Daily Biology RecapWith the mock exams looming it’s a great idea to make a tick list and start going back to basics. Use your revision guide or the specification for a topic list and then start ticking off what you confidently know. Remember to try and link as many topics together to maximise retention. Highlight what you don’t and start going through it this week. It is much better to consistently revise continually instead of cramming. All studies with memory retention confirm this. Consistent daily habits lead to success. Remember you’re preparing yourself for your future and it comes down t...2019-09-2600 min
The Last Push Podcast!Ions to ElectrolysisBuilding on yesterday’s learning today we’re looking at the basics behind electrolysis. Get yourself a diagram of the copper sulphate required practical before you press play so it’s easier to follow along. Remember to use the Malmesbury science YouTube channel to see clear videos of all the practicals.2019-09-1800 min
The Last Push Podcast!Ions Ions IonsSuper quick look at ion formation to set yourself up for going through electrolysis and half equations. Key take away: all elements want to get a full outer shell. That’s the bottom line. Group 1 will loose 1 electron. Group 2 will loose 2 electrons. Group 7 will gain 1 electron. Group 6 will gain 2 electrons. Look at some examples to help and put in some work this week. Work towards your goals!!2019-09-1700 min
The Last Push Podcast!Hormones and GlandsHere is a quick session on some of the major things that have been covered in past three lessons. Get a diagram up of the endocrine glands and follow along. YOU need to be an active participant in your own learning journey. Small intentional habits to move closer to achieving your goals and making those dreams possible!
Thought of this episode: what will happen to you after eating all this Pho?2019-09-1000 min
The Last Push Podcast!Don't Feel like it - DO IT ANYWAYSSo many times you’ll experience this in your life. Lack of drive and motivation. People aren’t born motivated. They force themselves to do something when they don’t want to. I want you to do that! You instil the habits now so that when life gets hard and your tired and sick you can still dig deep. So when you don’t feel like doing it do it anyways!
Today we look at that and Biology Paper 1: Organelles and Movement. Look back at Organelle Master for more.
Get out there and seize your day!2019-09-0800 min
The Last Push Podcast!New Year, New You!Here we go again! Starting a new year - it’s time to make goal. I encourage you all to get intentional with your learning from the word go. I urge you with my whole heart to start small daily positive routines to help you reach your potential. Start today!2019-09-0200 min
The Last Push Podcast!Menstrual CycleHere is the second part of Biology Paper 2 Hormones. It’s all about remembering the 4 hormones: FSH, Oestrogen, LH, and Progesterone. Remembering the functions is really important as well. Good luck and get revising!2019-06-0300 min
The Last Push Podcast!Glands and Blood GlucoseHere is the quick low down about glands and regulation of blood glucose levels for your Biology Paper 2 exam!2019-06-0300 min
The Last Push Podcast!YOU did it! Now keep GoingCongratulations if you’re in Year 11. You’ve completed Bio Paper 1! Now time to look ahead to Chemistry Paper 1. Go back to the basics with this to freshen up the essentials. Remember to look back over the electrolysis and making salts required practicals. Keep going & remember to treat yourself every 50 mins with a short break.2019-05-1400 min
The Last Push Podcast!Making Copper Sulphate CrystalsChemistry Paper 1 it’s all about making crystals. The three acids you could be tested on are hydrochloric, sulphuric, and nitric acids. Chlorides are made from hydrochloric acid, sulphates are made from sulphuric acid, and nitrates are made from nitric acid. The same method applies to all of them!
Good luck!
Feel free to leave a comment or tell me what topic you want for the weekend.2019-05-0300 min
The Last Push Podcast!Digestion and Food TestsHere is your quick daily fire that’s been requested by you! Make a table for this one is my suggestion. Your three macronutrients: proteins, fats (lipids), and carbohydrates (starch). Go over where the three enzymes are made AND where the food is broken down. Bile and HCL (hydrochloric acid) are important to recap on too.
Please leave comments below with other topics you need an extra push on!2019-05-0200 min
The Last Push Podcast!Osmosis Required PracticalBiology Paper 1 required practical quick flash. Morning fire people! You need to keep pushing, keep going, never give up. I’ll be here to help but the rest comes down to how much you want it.
So Osmosis - movement of water from an area of high concentration to low through a partially permeable membrane. Independent variable: different concentrations of sugar (or salt) concentrations (0M, 0.5M, 1.0M, 1.5M, 2M). Dependent variable: the percentage change in mass. Control variables: same volume of solutions, same temperature of solution, same type (species) or potato, covering the beakers to avoid evaporation.
Now get out th...2019-05-0100 min
The Last Push Podcast!Quick Daily Recap - CellsLeading up to the exam I’ll be posting some quick flash revision. There meant to be used regularly in the morning and before bed as a fast recap to keep that information in your long term. Keep revising and keep pushing forward.2019-04-3000 min
The Last Push Podcast!Genes & AllelesHey Everyone! Here is a quick genetics summary in as much detail as I could with a small amount of time. You’ll have to do a little work really grasp this. Get yourself a diagram of a nucleus with chromosomes, genes and alleles. If you really want to follow along also get a genetic diagram for cystic fibrosis and polydactyl (two inherited diseases you must know). Key words listed you may want to look up ahead of time as well: gene, allele, homozygous dominant and recessive and heterozygous. Extra - look up genotype and phenotype if you really are fe...2019-04-0200 min
The Last Push Podcast!Happy Hydrocarbons with Mr. GHere is a great episode with our Chemistry specialist Mr Griffiths. It’s all about hydrocarbons! If you want more Chemistry topics let us know in the comments below!2019-03-1300 min
The Last Push Podcast!Leafy GreensToday’s episode goes into how I start to link plants. I love to link multiple topics and ideas and this is how I start with plants. There is a seriously intentional pause at the end where you have this opportunity:
Pause the podcast and continue on with the word equation for Photosynthesis, then look at what the three limiting factors, and end with the pond weed required practical.
Your revision is what you make it!
If you liked it leave a comment or if you want to hear more of something else let me know.
Don’t forget to eat...2019-03-1200 min
The Last Push Podcast!28 & ReflectionI wanted to quickly touch on how important it is to reflect. Without reflection personal growth and development will never happen. Last week was exhausting for all of us but how many of you took five minutes to think about your successes and your failures? How many of you momentarily forgot about physical, mental and heart health last week? I know I did! This weeks goal: put your well-being first. Revise & Thrive but also take time for Joy!
With 4 weeks left until we break up - let me know in the comments what topics you want and if you’re ho...2019-03-1200 min
The Last Push Podcast!I Got a Fast CarToday we look at two physics formulas and the required practical about acceleration and cars. Hope you’ve had an intentional week filled with goal setting and hard work. Keep pushing forward & dream big dreams!2019-03-0700 min
The Last Push Podcast!Nervous - No Problem!Here’s a look at the reflect arc and everything that will help you stay safe when your environment changes (stimulus). The order of this is key so write it down a few times a day over the next month to keep it in your long term.2019-03-0200 min
The Last Push Podcast!Energy to Keep You GoingHere is a look at four different forms of energy and some of the Paper 1 Physics Required Practicals. Get energised and be INTENTIONAL with you daily habits! Leave a comment of what topics you want to hear about so that I can help your revision and make it more meaningful.2019-02-2800 min
The Last Push Podcast!Get Moving!Get up and get moving! You need to be reminded that you are the champion of your own life. If you’re not going to fight for the opportunity to live your best life no else will. I hope you wake up this morning will a willingness to take steps to make your life as awesome as you can make it. Good luck this morning and this week with every challenge you face!2019-02-2500 min
The Last Push Podcast!Keep Promises & Lines of Best FitJust wanted to wish you all the best of luck for the next two weeks. My main messages today are if you make a promise to yourself honour it. Three main focuses for this week: water to refresh your mind, nutrition to feed your brain, sleep to rest and recover. Last hint is how to be successful with a line of best fit! Good luck!2019-02-2400 min
The Last Push Podcast!Half Term, Half LifeHey Everyone! This was a special request which is the whole reason I’m doing this. Please leave a comment below with what you want to hear!2019-02-2100 min
The Last Push Podcast!What do White Blood Cells Do?Ever wonder how our bodies prevent us from getting sick all the time? Here is a quick intro to our immune system and three things white blood cells do to keep us going!2019-02-1300 min
The Last Push Podcast!Digestion and Front Loading your WeekThis one was a personal request plus a little bonus of Intentional weekly planning. Try to always plan with purpose to increase your productivity!2019-02-1100 min
The Last Push Podcast!Be IntentionalThis episode is all about you thinking about your intent, the power of daily positive habits, and making and keeping commitments to yourself. Plus a little bit on the heart and health to keep that last push going!2019-02-0800 min
The Last Push Podcast!Organelle MasterHey Community! Here is a quick recap on cells. After you’re done listening try re-writing in an intentional way. You got this and you will learn this. If you know my quadrant method do a 4 one minute session on + 10 seconds of “release”. Here’s your 4: eukaryotes verses prokaryotes, animal organelles, plant organelles, draw and label. Good luck! 2019-02-0600 min
The Last Push Podcast!The Last PushI decided that today was the day. It’s day of new beginnings and if you haven’t had enough of me on regular basis and need some more coaching and direction this is the place! For the next few months I’ll be more intentional with my community trying to give you last push. Before we get started I wanted to share something I heard recently. It went something like this: hope is not plan. It isn’t! So let us begin from here & now. 2019-02-0500 min