How to Get Away With a JD

If it looks like it's a blur, it's because it is. 3 years later, and through every high and low I made it to the end. Some ask how did you do it? What's the secret? Honestly, I could only tell you my story in hopes you learn something to create your own. Join me for the season 2 finale of #HTGAWJD as I discuss the overall journey and leave my final thoughts on what it was like to get to this moment of becoming Phelan A. Simpkins, JD. Be sure to like, comment, and subscribe to not miss anymore of #HTGAWJD. To be featured as a listener letter send your questions, comments, etc. to alexanderthegreatpod@gmail.com and follow us on IG at @HTGAWJD. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/htgawjd/support

Scholarships, loans, debt; oh my! If you are wondering how to start the processing of financing your JD, or like myself, at the end of the road and worried about paying back your debts, this episode is for you. Join us this week as we talk to Andrew Babitz, JD about making the smart decisions to save you on the back end when it comes to obtaining your JD. Grab your pen, paper, and calculator (gasp!) because we are here to help! Be sure to like, comment, and subscribe to not miss anymore of #HTGAWJD. To be featured as a listener letter send your questions, comments, etc. to alexanderthegreatpod@gmail.com and follow us on IG at @HTGAWJD. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/htgawjd/support

We are kicking off the end of season 2 with some elite stuff, and by elite we mean HARVARD! Yes, that's right, join our conversation with Andrew Gonzales as we talk about his experience at the premiere law school, and his journey to the end of the road. Be sure to like, comment, and subscribe to not miss anymore of #HTGAWJD. To be featured as a listener letter send your questions, comments, etc. to alexanderthegreatpod@gmail.com and follow us on IG at @HTGAWJD. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/htgawjd/support

Not everyone can afford to go to law school full-time. Whether it's because you have a family, need to keep your job, or simply life; there is an option for you. While not every school offers a part-time day or evening program, they do dome with their good, bad, and ugly. Join us this week with special guest Brooke Bishop, Esq. as we discuss her 4 year journey and what she wished she knew before making the leap. Be sure to like, comment, and subscribe to not miss anymore of #HTGAWJD. To be featured as a listener letter send your questions, comments, etc. to alexanderthegreatpod@gmail.com and follow us on IG at @HTGAWJD. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/htgawjd/support

A JD is one of the most malleable degrees you can have, but how do you leverage it for opportunities? Most students don't know that there are many career paths open to you outside of the "traditional" legal job. Join us this week as we break apart the advantages having a JD and how to leverage your skills and passions to move up or around the ladder. Be sure to like, comment, and subscribe to not miss anymore of #HTGAWJD. To be featured as a listener letter send your questions, comments, etc. to alexanderthegreatpod@gmail.com and follow us on IG at @HTGAWJD. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/htgawjd/support

A delay is not a denial, and boy oh boy will those denials come. With the pandemic in full swing things look different for students applying for jobs and now more than ever you need to stand out from the pack. Join us this week for tips on how to conquer OZI Season from the resume and cover letter to the interview screen. We got you! Be sure to like, comment, and subscribe to not miss anymore of #HTGAWJD. To be featured as a listener letter send your questions, comments, etc. to alexanderthegreatpod@gmail.com and follow us on IG at @HTGAWJD. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/htgawjd/support

"The tea is hot on this one." Unlike Elle Woods, the one thing standing in our way is . . . our skin? There are many factors to consider in the journey to JD and Esquire, but how many people can say their skin is a barrier for success? Be sure to like, comment, and subscribe to not miss anymore of #HTGAWJD. To be featured as a listener letter send your questions, comments, etc. to alexanderthegreatpod@gmail.com and follow us on IG at @HTGAWJD. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/htgawjd/support

Okay here it is. Your choice. Either learn from my mistakes or keep reinventing the wheel. Trust me, you don't want the latter. It's hard to put yourself out there and sometimes you don't know where to start. Let me help with some simple tips on how to find and nurture a mentee/mentor relationship. Be sure to like, comment, and subscribe to not miss anymore of #HTGAWJD. To be featured as a listener letter send your questions, comments, etc. to alexanderthegreatpod@gmail.com and follow us on IG at @HTGAWJD. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/htgawjd/support

"I want the money, money and the cars, cars and the clothes. . .I just want to be successful," or whatever Trey Songz said. Whatever your reason is for going on this journey, success is measured in many different ways and comes in a variety of forms but what does it mean to be successful in the journey of law? From the LSAT to Law School and even to the Bar, join Professor Scales-Ferguson and I as we discuss some tips and tricks to put you on top. Be sure to like, comment, and subscribe to not miss anymore of #HTGAWJD. To be featured as a listener letter send your questions, comments, etc. to alexanderthegreatpod@gmail.com. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/htgawjd/support

It's the season premiere of HTGAWJD and in the words of J.Cole, "motivate, motivate (get money)." Jada has the red table, well I got this tan couch and I'm sitting down on this season premiere to get real about my journey to and in law school. Be sure to like, comment, and subscribe to not miss anymore of #HTGAWJD. To be featured as a listener letter send your questions, comments, etc. to alexanderthegreatpod@gmail.com. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app · Charity Promotion: Democracy Works: This advertisement is part of a charitable initiative in partnership with Democracy Works. howto.vote · Charity Promotion: BallotReady: The goal of this initiative is to increase voter education and encourage your listeners to get the vote out during the 2020 General Election this November. https://www.ballotready.org/ Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/htgawjd/support

We are back and better! That's right HTGAWJD is coming back for a season 2 starting this fall and we want to hear from you. Send us episode topics, listener letters and more to alexanderthegreatpod@gmail.com and don't forget to follow us on Instagram @HTGAWJD. We want to continue to build the community so be sure to like, comment, subscribe, and share to not miss another moment. See you soon!

Being a first generation college student, in addition to taking some time off, there are a ton of things I I wish I knew before I started this journey. So I gathered some friends to discuss some of the things we wish we knew from taking the LSAT all the way to walking in orientation. Check the season finale for some tips and insight on what to be mindful of if you plan to go to law school. Be sure to like, comment, and subscribe to not miss anymore of #HTGAWJD. To be featured as a listener letter send your questions, comments, etc. to alexanderthegreatpod@gmail.com. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

"How did you get here? You're really not supposed to be here!" Sometimes we are our own worst enemies, telling ourselves what we can and can't do and trying our best to "fit in" without being exposed. Check out this episode as we dive into what imposter syndrome is at high-level and share our stories on how we have combatted and still deal with the monster. Be sure to like, comment, and subscribe to not miss anymore of #HTGAWJD. To be featured as a listener letter send your questions, comments, etc. to alexanderthegreatpod@gmail.com. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Let's be clear, we are not your negro and it's becoming quite exhausting explaining that. Check out this weeks episode as we discuss our experience navigating the microaggressions we have faced in our law school journeys and how we have balanced our reactions and inactions. Be sure to like, comment, and subscribe to not miss anymore of #HTGAWJD. To be featured as a listener letter send your questions, comments, etc. to alexanderthegreatpod@gmail.com. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Harvard says more than 80% of the most recent incoming JD class has taken a gap year before law school, and more than 60% has at least two years out of school, but is it right for you? Check out this weeks episode as we discuss our time away from school and what we did and wished we did differently. Be sure to like, comment, and subscribe to not miss anymore of #HTGAWJD. To be featured as a listener letter send your questions, comments, etc. to alexanderthegreatpod@gmail.com. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This journey can push you past your limits and sometimes it can be easy to forget to take care of what's most important. Check out this episode as we explore some helpful tips to taking care of yourself while journeying through law school. ***We apologize for the technical glitch via Zoom on this episode Be sure to like, comment, and subscribe to not miss anymore of #HTGWAJD. To be featured as a listener letter send your questions, comments, etc. to alexanderthegreatpod@gmail.com. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Thinking of going "big law?" On the fence about what path is right for you? Not even sure what "big law" is? Check out this weeks episode as we play myth busters to dispel some rumors and give you something to think about. To be featured as a listener letter send your questions, comments, etc. to alexanderthegreatpod@gmail.com. Follow our guest: Maikieta Brantley, Esq. IG:@maibrantley & @travelinglawprof | Youtube: lawtravelglam Yoshi Haynie IG: @yoshihaynie, @thelawschoolmentor & @ecourageu2 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

How has the transition to Zoom University been, you ask? Well let's just say some of us are handling it much better than others. Check out the latest episode of HTGAWJD as my guest and I discuss our transfers and how this may effect the future landscape of the legal profession. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

#LawyerBae is a lot more work than one may think. On this episode, we have several special guest to discuss the highs and lows of dating someone in law school and how to best support each other through the journey.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On this episode of HTGAWJD, the Assistant Dean of Admissions and Financial Aid at The University of Missouri, JR Swanegan, came to give insight on what schools look for in their applicants. We had a great discussion on how to endure during the application process by examining our personal journeys. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Whew chile the ghetto! Welcome to the first episode of #HTGAWJD. We have special guest Trevor Woodland, a 1L at the University of Missouri with us and we are diving straight into the struggles that come with being in law school. Join us as we explore Trevor's journey and what has kept him holding on, **spoiler alert** it's good! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

It's your boy Oliver Pope and I am bringing you an all new interactive experience on what it's truly like to be a law student. This podcast will focus on pre-law and law students all the way to my practitioners. We want to have an open and honest dialogue while building a community. If you have questions you want answered or anything you want to share with viewers, email alexanderthegreatpod@gmail.com with the subject line HTGAWJD. Make sure to subscribe, comment, and rate so you don't miss a minute. The visual version is available at ATG Media on Youtube.