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The Architect Exam Podcast is a free weekly podcast helping architecture professionals prepare for the ARE, NCIDQ, and CSI certification exams including the CDT, CCCA, and CCPR. Hosted by licensed architects, each episode breaks down complex topics from building systems and construction documents to project management and practice, turning exam prep into something you can learn on your commute. Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and all major platforms.
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Very easy to understand graphics together with quick and easy ways to remember subject matter.
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Quality: 5
Value for money: 5
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Thanks for the second review! The graphics take a lot of work, so it's great to hear they're making the material easier to hold onto.
The NCIDQ has a few topics that are not shown maybe they could add that to the YouTube Channel. Some topics could be like color theory, materials, and criteria matrix.
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Quality: 5
Value for money: 5
Reply from Young Architect Academy
Thanks for the suggestions, Stephanie. Color theory, materials, and criteria matrix are all on our radar and we'll get to them. Our catalog keeps growing, so stay tuned.
Appreciate you taking the time to tell us what would be useful.
i like the notes that have diagrams included and the podcast that explains it - an excellent supplement
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Quality: 5
Value for money: 5
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Thanks for the second review! The diagrams and the episode are built to work together, so it's great to hear they're landing that way for you.
Great for ESL people
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Quality: 5
Value for money: 5
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Thanks for the second review! Glad the Architect Exam Podcast is working well for you.
The podcasts are interesting and informative. And it’s nice that you can get the notes to study
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Quality: 5
Value for money: 5
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Thank you! The study notes are meant to give you something to hold onto after the episode ends. Glad they're coming in handy. Good luck with your exams.
I like the broadcast. I don't feel the quiz Level 3.has the real exam quality.
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Quality: 4
Value for money: 4
Reply from Young Architect Academy
Thanks for the feedback, Zoli. Quick clarification: the Architect Exam Podcast quizzes are ten-question comprehension checks at the end of each episode. The leveled practice questions, including Level 3, are a separate feature inside our ARE 101 courses.
Those practice questions are designed to teach concept application rather than replicate NCARB's question style. That's a deliberate choice. Understanding the concept thoroughly is what carries you through the real exam, whatever form the question takes.
Glad the podcast itself is working for you. Keep at it, you're clearly putting in the hours.
i love it its great
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Quality: 5
Value for money: 5
Reply from Young Architect Academy
Thanks for the second review! Glad the Architect Exam Podcast is hitting the mark for you.
This podcast has been so helpful with my ARE studying! I love having the show notes to review afterward. Thank you again for making it free!
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Quality: 5
Value for money: 5
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Thanks for the second review! The show notes are meant to give you something to come back to when you have a minute to actually sit down. Glad they're helping.
This podcast is fantastic! I highly recommend it to anyone studying for the ARE. Listening during busy days gave me a great high-level overview of the material. I’ve even recommended it to coworkers at my firm! It’s a great resource to share with clients who want to understand the 'why' behind design decisions—like why ADA bathroom standards are necessary and not a waste of space. I’d love to see a future episode covering 'Evaluating the architect’s role during construction activities'!
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Quality: 5
Value for money: 5
Reply from Young Architect Academy
Thanks for the second review! Glad the Architect Exam Podcast fits into your busy days. Appreciate the topic suggestion too, we're always listening for what people want covered next.
Highly Recommend!
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Quality: 5
Value for money: 5
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Thanks for the second review! Appreciate you spreading the word.
Already did
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Quality: 5
Value for money: 5
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Thanks for listening! Appreciate the support.
I like the fact that the podcast has a 2 page free notes portion that is easily available to follow along and guide yourself.
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Quality: 5
Value for money: 5
Reply from Young Architect Academy
Thanks for the second review! The study notes are meant to give you something to hold onto after the episode ends. Glad they're making it easy to follow along at your own pace.
Honestly I could not for the life of me remember the difference between an anode & cathode. Nor could I remember where items fell on the chart & if they would be corrosive or not. I especially love the hand drawings explaining these concepts visually.
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Quality: 5
Value for money: 5
Reply from Young Architect Academy
The galvanic series is one of those topics that just won't stick without a visual. Anode, cathode, which metal eats which, it all blurs together until you can actually see it laid out.
Glad the hand drawings did the trick. That's exactly what they're for.
Lot of questions, and explanations of each choices wrong and write choices.
Quality: 5
Value for money: 5
Reply from Young Architect Academy
Thanks for the second review, Diana! Understanding why the wrong answers are wrong is just as important as knowing the right one. Glad the explanations are helping.
As someone working in design, I really appreciate how authentic and encouraging this podcast is. The hosts share their experiences openly, including the struggles and successes, which makes the content feel very relatable. Every episode gives me something to think about and helps me stay motivated in my studying. Definitely worth a listen if you're working toward ARE completion!
Quality: 5
Value for money: 5
Reply from Young Architect Academy
Andolina, thanks for another review. We share the struggles because pretending this process is easy would do nobody any favors. Everyone hits rough patches. Hearing that someone else went through it and came out the other side is what keeps people going.
Glad the Architect Exam Podcast is helping you stay motivated. Keep it up.
Helps when you are on the go and can't sit to study a textbook.
Quality: 5
Value for money: 5
Reply from Young Architect Academy
Thanks for the second review, Tania! Those on-the-go moments add up more than people realize. Glad the Architect Exam Podcast fits into your routine.
This podcast is very on point and clearly organized.
Quality: 5
Value for money: 5
Reply from Young Architect Academy
Thanks for the second review! Clear organization is a big focus for us. Glad the Architect Exam Podcast is hitting the mark.
I would recommend YA Academy platform to all my friends and family, colleagues for their ARE exam journey.
Quality: 5
Value for money: 5
Reply from Young Architect Academy
Sadia, thanks for the second review and for spreading the word. That kind of recommendation means everything to us.
I’ve been using the Architect Exam Podcast and the free two-page study notes while preparing for the ARE, and they’ve become one of my favorite review resources. The explanations are clear and break down complicated topics into much easier concepts. I especially love the two-pagers that include diagrams, colorful drawings, comparisons, and exam tips because they make the information easier to remember. They also seem very open to hearing what topics candidates would like covered next. I’ve used several ARE study resources, and I think the podcast and study sheets are an excellent free supplement for reviewing important concepts quickly. I’ve included some of my favorite sketches and diagrams—they make the concepts much easier to understand and remember.
Quality: 5
Value for money: 5
Reply from Young Architect Academy
Cristina, thank you for such a detailed review and for sharing those graphics. We put a lot of work into the diagrams and study notes, so seeing someone highlight them like this means a lot.
You're right, we're always open to hearing what topics candidates want covered next. That feedback shapes what we build. Glad the Architect Exam Podcast and the two-pagers have become go-to resources for you. Thanks for spreading the word.