Study for Your Securities Exam Anywhere, Anytime
Preparing for the SIE, Series 7, or other FINRA exams? Turn your commute, gym session, or daily walk into productive study time with the free Open Exam Prep Securities Podcast.
Why Audio Learning Works for Securities Exams
Maximize Your Study Time
Most people have 1-2 hours of "dead time" daily—commuting, exercising, doing chores. The podcast transforms this into productive study time without requiring you to sit at a desk.
| Activity | Potential Study Time |
|---|---|
| Daily commute | 30-60 min/day |
| Gym/exercise | 30-60 min/day |
| Household chores | 20-30 min/day |
| Walking the dog | 15-30 min/day |
| Weekly total | 7-12+ hours |
That's potentially 30-50 extra study hours per month—just from listening.
Reinforce What You Read
The podcast works best alongside active study:
- Read a concept in your study materials
- Listen to the podcast episode covering that topic
- Practice with our free SIE practice questions
- Ask AI to explain anything that's still unclear
This multi-modal approach improves retention and understanding.
What the Podcast Covers
SIE Exam Topics
- Types of securities (stocks, bonds, options, mutual funds)
- Market structure and participants
- Customer accounts and compliance
- Economic factors affecting securities
Series 7 Topics
- Equity securities and corporate bonds
- Municipal securities and government bonds
- Options strategies and suitability
- Retirement plans and tax implications
Series 63/65/66 Topics
- State securities regulations
- Fiduciary duty and ethics
- Investment adviser rules
- Prohibited practices
How to Use the Podcast Effectively
The 3-Step Study Method
Step 1: Preview Before Listening
Before your commute, spend 5 minutes reviewing the topic in your study guide. This primes your brain for the audio content.
Step 2: Active Listening
While listening, mentally quiz yourself. When the host mentions a concept, try to recall the definition before they explain it.
Step 3: Reinforce with Practice
After listening, take 10-15 practice questions on that topic. This moves knowledge from passive to active recall.
Sample Weekly Schedule
| Day | Podcast Topic | Practice Questions |
|---|---|---|
| Mon | Equity Securities | SIE Practice |
| Tue | Debt Securities | Series 7 Practice |
| Wed | Options Basics | Series 7 Practice |
| Thu | Regulations | Series 63 Practice |
| Fri | Investment Advisers | Series 65 Practice |
Free Practice Questions to Pair with the Podcast
Don't just listen—practice applying what you learn. All free, no signup required:
| Exam | Free Practice | Passing Score |
|---|---|---|
| SIE | Start SIE Practice → | 70% |
| Series 7 | Start Series 7 Practice → | 72% |
| Series 63 | Start Series 63 Practice → | 72% |
| Series 65 | Start Series 65 Practice → | 70% |
| Series 66 | Start Series 66 Practice → | 73% |
Where to Listen
The Securities Exam Prep Podcast is available on all major platforms:
- Spotify - Listen on Spotify
- Apple Podcasts - Listen on Apple Podcasts
- YouTube - Watch on YouTube
Subscribe to get notified when new episodes drop.
Stuck on a Concept? Ask Our AI Tutor
Heard something in the podcast you don't understand? Our AI tutor can explain any securities concept in depth—free for 10 questions per day.
Try asking:
- "Explain the difference between Series 63 and Series 65"
- "What are the main types of municipal bonds?"
- "How do call options work?"
Start Your Free Study Plan Today
- Subscribe to the podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts
- Take practice questions on your target exam
- Use the AI tutor when you get stuck
All free. No credit card. No signup required for practice questions.