Exam Study Expert: ace your exams with the science of learning
Don't work harder, work smarter: how to study effectively and get the grades of your dreams. Cambridge-trained psychologist and learning science researcher William Wadsworth shares review strategies, memory techniques, and exam preparation tips.
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Sep 13, 2026 · 17 minDeclutter Your Study LifeA new school year, university term or exam season is a great opportunity for a fresh start — and that doesn’t just mean buying new stationery. In this episode, we’re doinMay 24, 2026 · 12 min226: "Remember, It's Only An Exam": Keeping Your Cool In Exam SeasonWilliam shares five mental reframes that reduce exam stress and help you perform under pressure, so you can revise with focus and walk into the exam room calmer and more May 10, 2026 · 45 min225: Handling Exam Pressure: High Performance Secrets With Dr Brian HiteDr Brian Hite, a former stuntman turned sports psychologist, shares four stages of performance and real-time calming tools for high-stakes exam situations.May 6, 2026 · 12 min224: "The Easy Button" For Exam Season SuccessSpecific strategies to reduce short-term pressure and free up time for focused studying during a demanding exam season.Apr 26, 2026 · 45 min223: Perfectionism, Self-Compassion and Making Progress - with Dr Tara CousineauHarvard-trained psychologist Dr Tara Cousineau unpacks what triggers perfectionism and teaches self-compassion skills that balance ambition with wellbeing.Apr 19, 2026 · 7 min222: Eating Your Frogs In The Final Weeks Before An ExamOne guiding question for prioritising difficult material in the final weeks: treat resistance as a signal to tackle the hard content first.Mar 22, 2026 · 52 min221: Your Emotional Toolkit for Academic Stress - with Dr Jennifer VeilleuxClinical psychologist Dr Jennifer Veilleux shares research-backed emotional regulation strategies for stress, anxiety, and procrastination across academic life.Mar 15, 2026 · 14 min220. Study Motivation and the U Shaped CurveEverything's a u shaped curve: don't work too hard, but not too little either, for best results. Explore how understanding this "sweet spot" principle can help you find tMar 9, 2026 · 28 min219. Scoring Top 1% In The State: "Student Story" Case Study with a 300 Day Anki StreakUnlock 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 Mar 1, 2026 · 9 min218. Hare And Tortoise: The Magic In ConsistencySmall 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 routFeb 22, 2026 · 47 min217. Why Learning Fails (and What To Do) - with Alex QuigleyWhat if the fastest way to learn better is to understand why and where learning breaks down? In this episode, I’m joined by leading UK educator and author Alex Quigley toFeb 15, 2026 · 44 min216. Transforming Schools with Learning Science: Inside Two High-Performing UK SchoolsWhat if improving results across an entire school came down to a handful of simple learning habits, done well, every day? In this episode we sit down with two headteacherFeb 8, 2026 · 38 min215. Metacognition Toolkit: Ace Your Learning – with Nathan BurnsWhat is metacognition? And how can you use it to plan smarter, reflect on exams and evaluate your daily learning with clarity? We’re joined by Nathan Burns, aka Mr MetacoFeb 1, 2026 · 9 min214. Respect The ExamJoin 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 evenJan 25, 2026 · 31 min213. Overcome Distraction and Lock In: with Colin CorbyIn this episode, learn how to conquer distraction and build a healthier relationship with technology using quick wins for a digital detox. Our guest is digital detox expeJan 18, 2026 · 13 min212. A Smarter Study Break For Focus And FlowIn today’s mini episode we’re taking a look at the surprisingly helpful question of what you do on your study breaks. Choosing the right break activities can help you retJan 18, 2026 · 1 minWelcome To The Exam Study Expert Podcast (trailer for new listeners)A short trailer episode for new listeners to get a taste of the show. Questions? Comments? Requests? Or just want to say "thanks" - send me a text message (I read them alJan 11, 2026 · 1h 1m211. Neuroscience Secrets: Attention, Focus and Memory with Dr Sarah McKayTo 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 straigJan 4, 2026 · 11 min210. Fresh Start Habits For Smarter Study: Every Day, Every WeekToday, 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! Key ideas today include: • fresh stDec 14, 2025 · 1h 0m209. Who Are You Really? On Personality and Flourishing with Professor Brian LittleIn 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 realDec 10, 2025 · 12 min208. Prioritise And Save Time When StudyingDiscover the three core ways to prioritise better in your studying, to get through what you need to do in much less time with as little impact as possible on the quality Nov 30, 2025 · 37 min207. 6 Tricks to Build Confidence That Sticks - with Scott HardimanWe’re joined today by Scott Hardiman, a confidence coach who specialises in helping people rebuild their confidence and get their drive back. Scott shares his own relatabNov 23, 2025 · 10 min206. Time Boxing For Faster StudyingA practical guide to using the time boxing time management strategy to boost focus, sharpen your prioritisation, overcome prioritisation, mitigate perfectionism and ultimNov 9, 2025 · 58 min205. A Hands-On Guide To Zettelkasten Notes: Practical Advice from Expert Bob DotoToday we’re revisiting the Zettelkasten system for capturing and organising your notes, with esteemed expert Bob Doto. Bob has effectively codified the Zettelkasten methoNov 2, 2025 · 17 min204. Introducing: "S.O.C.K. To Do Lists" - My Perfect Planning Protocol for Faster StudyingToday, I'm sharing a simple way to study faster by clearing mental clutter and turning a long or disordered to‑do list into a sharp plan for today. There is surprising po
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