
The LSAT Simplified: A Hey Future Lawyer Podcast
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How To Start Studying for the LSAT Now! (Ep. 30)
EIn Episode 30, Ben talks about how he would start studying for the LSAT in June if he was just starting.Check out everything I do: linktr.ee/lsasimplified
The Silliness of Soft Tiers (Ep. 29)
EIn Episode 29, Ben talks about positive ways to differentiate yourself in your admissions essays. He then devolves into a discussion about the lsd.law soft tiers and how silly they are.Check out everything I do: linktr.ee/lsasimplified
Don't Do This in Your Personal Statement (Ep. 28)
EIn Episode 28, Ben talks through a few emails from folks in his LSAT classes, as well as goes through a personal statement that makes a few mistakes.Check out everything I do: linktr.ee/lsasimplified
How to Get LSAT Accomodations (Ep. 27)
EBen talks about how easy it is to get accommodations, how overpowered they are. Ben then talks through a few Reddit questions and the most impressive personal statement he's read cold on air.Check out everything I do: linktr.ee/lsasimplified
Will Israel Protests Affect Hiring? and Chatting LSAT with Shireen Salam (Ep. 26)
EIn Episode 26, Ben goes through the spiciness of Israel Palestine and how it will affect legal hiring. He speculates about what this will lead to and gives some actionable advice to protect your chances.Ben then talks to Shireen, an LSA Simplified tutor, about how to approach the LSAT and goes through some various LSAT questions. If you want to sign up for tutoring with Shireen, you can check that out here.Check out everything I do: linktr.ee/lsasimplified
How to Improve Your LSAT Score + Interview with Syracuse JDi Participant Malorie Gage (Ep. 24)
EIn Episode 24, Ben talks through some listener Qs, Reddit Qs, and then talks with Malorie who's at Syracuse about how her program is going.Check out everything I do: linktr.ee/lsasimplified
Getting a Full Ride to Law School (with Casey Schiebner of The Legal Girl Pod Ep. 23)
EIn Episode 23, Ben talks with fellow podcast host Casey Schiebner about her time at Wayne State Law, the application process, and other tidbits about the application/law school process.Check Out Casey's StuffCheck out everything I do: linktr.ee/lsasimplified
What to Read Before 1L (Interview with Ope Adebanjo Ep. 22)
EIn Episode 22, Ben talks with Ope Adebanjo, a Harvard law grad who has written a book for incoming 1Ls that communicates doctrinal classes in a clear way.Ope's SiteThe Food Lover's Guide to LawCheck out everything I do: linktr.ee/lsasimplified
Should You Do Reading Comp in Order? (Ep. 21 with Madeline)
EOn Episode 21 of the LSAT Simplified podcast, Ben and Madeline talk about various LSAT topics, such as doing the LSAT in order, what tutoring is for, and a sample curriculum from an unnamed tutor.Check out everything I do: linktr.ee/lsasimplified
Untimed LSAT Prep? (Ep. 20)
EIn Episode 20, Ben talks through various posts on r/LSAT by LSAT takers and addresses how he would proceed in their situations.Check out everything I do: linktr.ee/lsasimplified
The Best Way to Stand out in Your Law School Admissions Essays (Ep. 19)
EIn Episode 20, Ben talks about the best way to stand out in your admissions essays, who should take the LSAT with Logic Games, and gives some tough love to an unmotivated applicant. Check out everything I do: linktr.ee/lsasimplified
Should You Take the LSAT with Logic Games? (with Madeline Ep. 17)
EOn Episode 17 of the LSAT Simplified podcast, Ben and Madeline talk about various LSAT questions from listeners.Check out everything I do: linktr.ee/lsasimplified
LSAT with LSATWithJack (Ep. 16)
EIn Episode 16, Ben talks with Jack Newby of LSAT with Jack about his viral LSAT/lawyer videos and Jack's aspirations to continue building his online presence and legal goals.Check out everything I do: linktr.ee/lsasimplified
Six LSAT Tips to Break into the 160s on the LSAT (Ep. 15)
EIn Episode 15 of the LSAT Simplified Podcast, Ben talks through listener questions, some online tips about how to break into the 160s, and breaks down a law school personal statement. Check out everything I do: linktr.ee/lsasimplified
Transferring from St. Johns Law to NYU Law (Interview with Stacy Hsu, NYU 2L) Ep. 14
EIn Episode 14 of the LSAT Simplified Podcast, Ben talks to NYU 2L Stacy Hsu about the admissions process, the transfer process, and her experiences in NYC Big Law. Check out everything I do: linktr.ee/lsasimplified
29 Point LSAT Improvement and Other Score Release Questions (Ep. 13)
EIn Episode 13 of the podcast, Ben talks through emails from listeners. He covers a 29 point LSAT improvement, whether or not to cancel a test, and various other LSAT questions. He also makes a quick stop to Reddit and talks through a personal statement.
26 LSAT Points in 6 Weeks (Interview With Annalena Zinati-Milon of Florida State Law) Ep. 12
EIn Episode 12, Ben talks with former LSAT student Anna. Anna is now attending Florida State Law and paying $0 in tuition. She talks about how law school has been and how she studied for the LSAT.
Madeline and Ben Talk LSAT (Ep. 11)
EIn Episode 11 of the LSAT Simplified podcast, Ben talks to Madeline, who also teaches LSAT. They talk about how to study, LSAT mistakes, and some LSAT drama (without calling anyone out).
Law School Diversity Statements from Live Zoom Session (Ep. 9)
EEpisode 9 of the LSAT Simplified Podcast features Ben going through diversity statements (and a few personal statements) including one diversity statement from a Yale Law admit.Chicago Personal Statement Samples- https://www.law.uchicago.edu/news/their-own-words-admissions-essays-worked
Blind Reviewing the LSAT? (Ep. 8)
EIn Episode 8, Ben talks about blind reviewing the LSAT, talks about Orwell's rules for writing, and visits r/LSAT for LSAT questions.Timestamps1:10 Blind Review4:25 Orwell's Rules for Writing11:28 What is the ABA16:15 Visiting Reddit
Critiques of Miriam and Kristi's Admissions Podcast (Ep. 7)
EIn Episode 7 of the LSAT Simplified Podcast, Ben talks about his gripes with the Miriam and Kristi podcast (even though he respects what they do and the podcast they host is largely good!). Ben also goes through a few questions and reads a personal statement.Timestamps1:22 Miriam and Kristi gripes8:20 Applying before you have your LSAT score10:40 Law School Lingo "Cycle"12:10 Visiting Reddit23:47 An Oversharing Personal Statement
Interview with Gonzaga 1L Chloe Birkmaier (Ep. 6)
EIn Episode 6 of the LSAT Simplified Podcast, Ben talks to Chloe about her experience at Gonzaga Law, her LSAT journey, and all the joys of being a 1L up in Spokane, WA.
Logical Reasoning Approaches and Affirmative Action (Ep. 5)
EIn episode 5, Ben talks about how to approach LR, how affirmative action is changing admissions (or not) and goes through a personal statement.Timestamps2:00 LR Approach10:20 Affirmative Action Changes16:40 Visiting Reddit20:30 Personal Statement about Overcoming Learning Disabilities
LSAT Reading Comprehension Tips (Ep. 4)
EIn Episode 4 of the LSAT Simplified podcast, Ben talks about how to do LSAT Reading Comprehension. Ben then addresses a piece of law school admissions advice and talks through a diversity statement from a DACA recipient.Timestamps 1:47 How to do LSAT RC 13:30 Padding your GPA with Easy Classes?17:40 What is a 1L? 18:20 Diversity Statement from a DACA Recipient
Logic Games Going Away?! (Ep. 3)
EIn Episode 3, Ben talks about the LSAT Logic Games going away. He also talks about how to approach weaken questions and takes a few listener questions. Time stamps 1:30 Logic Games 10:55 50/50s on Weakeners 14:10 Listener Email from Oregon28:14 Why Pay for Admissions Help 32:45 Questions from Reddit
Interview with Syracuse JDi 1L Malorie Gage and GPA Addendums (Ep. 2)
EIn Episode 2, Ben talks about how to write a good GPA addendum, review LSAT mistakes, and interviews Malorie Gage, a current 1L at Syracuse's JDi program. Timestamps :59 GPA Addendums 6:58 How to Review 10:40 Interview with Malorie Gage
The Scary Monster of Law School Loans (Ep. 1)
EIn Episode 1 of the LSAT Simplified Podcast, Ben talks about the math behind law school loans, what that means for applicants, and how to avoid it.Ben then goes through listener questions, questions from Reddit about the November LSAT release, and a personal statement submitted by a listener.