Petty Politics

It's been a minute! We have (finally) graduated from law school, and bar prep is in full swing. Send prayers!This week, we are joined by Tabias Olajuawon-Wilson, a BlaQueer author, lawyer, and PhD student at UT Austin. Tabias discusses the origins of BlaQueerness, shares experiences from childhood and law school, and gives a teaser for his forthcoming book, the Funk of Blackness.Keep up with Tabias's work: @BlaQueerFlow | tabiasolajuawon.com.Purchase Tabias's book, Godless Circumcisions, on Amazon!Follow the team on social media! @HarvardBLSA @negroesquire @lovexbriana

This week, we are joined by Lawrence Lessig, Harvard Law School professor and former presidential primary candidate in the 2016 election cycle. We are also joined by Brie's baby girl Evelyn, who you will surely hear.First, Prof. Lessig discusses his reasons for attending law school, and speaks to the unique freedoms of being an academic. We then chat about his decision to run for president and why he ultimately chose to withdraw his candidacy. Prof. Lessig gives us his take on ethics in the Trump administration, including pay-for-play and the current FBI investigation of Trump's personal lawyer Michael Cohen.Learn more about Professor Lessig's ongoing legal projects at equalcitizens.us, and follow him on Twitter: @Lessig.Follow the team on social media! @HarvardBLSA @negroesquire @lovexbriana

This week, we welcome law student and ordained minister Jonathan Allen (@minjallen) to the studio!In Life in the Law [2:45] Jonathan discusses his choice to attend law school after completing a Master of Divinity, and explains how political spirituality can help us become better law students and lawyers.For the Political [22:30] we discuss the historic meeting between the leaders of North and South Korea, Trump's role, and the future of the Korean Peninsula.In the Petty [39:40] we question Kanye's adoration for Trump and his recent comments on slavery being a choice(??!?!). We then chat about Childish Gambino's new song/video, This is America.Follow the team on social media! @HarvardBLSA @negroesquire @lovexbriana

Cam continues his interview with Professor Justin Hansford, scholar-activist and Executive Director of the Thurgood Marshall Center for Civil Rights at Howard Law School. In Part Two, Professor Hansford discusses his reparations pet project, giving a progress report on his efforts to trace the Hansford family lineage to their original enslavers. Prof. Hansford then gives final words of advice to public interest law students and lawyers. Follow Prof. Hansford on social media: @blackstarjusFollow the team on social media! @HarvardBLSA @negroesquire @lovexbriana

In this two-part episode, Cam talks reparations with Professor Justin Hansford: scholar, activist, and Executive Director of the Thurgood Marshall Center for Civil Rights at Howard Law School. In Part One, Professor Hansford reflects upon his law school experience and offers resources for students seeking public interest and social justice opportunities. Professor Hansford then discusses his research on international reparations, which has taken him from the streets of Ferguson to the hallowed chambers of the United Nations. Professor Hansford then shares his philosophy on civil rights and racial justice as part of an international human rights project.Follow Prof. Hansford on social media: @blackstarjusFollow the team on social media! @HarvardBLSA @negroesquire @lovexbriana

This week, we chat with author and Harvard Law alumna Areva Martin following the release of her new book Make It Rain: How to Use the Media to Revolutionize Your Business & Brand (available on Amazon and at other major retailers). Areva discusses her journey from corporate attorney to civil rights and autism advocate, sharing her strategies to turn your personal passions into a successful and profitable enterprise!Learn more about Areva's work by visiting her website, arevamartin.com, or through her social media: @ArevaMartin. Follow the team on social media! @HarvardBLSA @negroesquire @lovexbriana

We're back!! In Season 3, we want to share our space with amazing guests who we respect and admire. Look out for interviews, co-host episodes, and much more!We're kicking off the season with a crossover episode featuring Kamille + Christina, aka the Unfriendly Black Hotties! In Life in the Law, we chat about Tyrone Hankerson and allegedly embezzled Howard University coins [1:25]. We then learn about the horoscopes of Justices Kennedy and Thomas in Know Thy Enemy: SCOTUS Edition [12:50]. In the Political, we break down the Kisela v. Hughes case and its implications for police misconduct [26:50]. In the Petty, we speculate on the question everyone wants to answer: WHO BIT BEYONCE?![38:10].Follow the teams on social media! @theblackhotties | @thatblasiangirl | @c_gracet @HarvardBLSA | @negroesquire | @lovexbriana

Life in the law: Harvard Black Law Student/Alumni HistoryThe Political: Hope-less (Hope Hicks Resigns); #NeverAgain and Post-Parkland gun activismThe Petty: Stacey Dash (?) is running for Congress; Pres. Obama takes subtle shots at Trump's dysfunctional administrationCam's Article: https://perma.cc/KU7S-QZQ7Follow the team on social media! @HarvardBLSA @negroesquire @lovexbriana

CW: Domestic violence, sexual harassmentLife in the Law [4:10]: how to nail your law school interview!The Political: Russia hacked U.S. voter rolls [17:10]; Uma Thurman, Rob Porter, and #MeToo updates [25:35]; Deep dive into Trump's 2019 Budget Plan [38:45]The Petty: Kylie was actually pregnant [56:50]; Trump wants a military parade [59:10]; Omarosa spills tea on Trump and Pence [1:03:20].Trying to get into law school? Hit us up: harvardblsapettypolitics@gmail.comFollow the team on social media! @HarvardBLSA @negroesquire @lovexbriana

Life in the Law/Admissions 101 [3:40]: we share our strategies for networking, both online (LinkedIn) and offline!The Political: The State of the Union is trifling [15:00]; RussiaGate Updates [28:20] (Nunes Memo, McCabe resignation)The Petty: Jay-Z, SZA snubbed at the 2018 Grammy's [37:30]Keep sending us questions for Law School Admissions 101! Harvardblsapettypolitics@gmail.comFollow the team on social media! @HarvardBLSA @negroesquire @lovexbriana

CW: Sexual Assault, Explicit Language What’s up?! This week, we are back from Winter break and back to the Petty and the Political! Join us as we chat about the week’s biggest events: Life in the Law [3:50]: Updates from Winter Break; Fall Grades #CelebrateThePs The Political: Trump starts his first year with a government shutdown [13:10]; Larry Nassar’s going to jail [27:05] The Petty: Amara La Negra deals with Colorism [36:15]; #Oprah2020 or nah? [47:20]. Trying to get into law school? We can help! Reach out at havardblsapettypolitics@gmail.com Like, Comment, Subscribe!Follow the team on social media! @HarvardBLSA @negroesquire @lovexbriana

This week in Law School Admissions 101 is dedicated to our fellow underrepresented minorities (URM), a law school designation for those who are traditionally excluded from higher education. URMs navigate law school admissions (and the law school experience) with unique challenges to overcome. In this episode, we chat about the notion of code-switching, modifying one's physical characteristics and mannerisms to better suit their environment. What implications does this have for law school admissions, the legal academy, and the legal professions? Keep sending us your questions about law school admissions! We might feature your questions in our next episode!Follow the team on social media! @HarvardBLSA @negroesquire @lovexbriana

This week in our Law School Admissions series, we discuss a topic of great anxiety for law applicants: LSAT and GPA scores! Don't let medians and percentiles keep you from the law school of your dreams! In this episode, we give a broad overview of the LSAT, our specific problems areas when studying, and general tips to ensure that you are as prepared as possible for this beast of an exam! We then chat about GPA, and offer advice to boost your grades over time.Have any particular questions about law school that you want addressed? Feel free to reach out via email: harvardblsapettypolitics@gmail.comLike, Comment, and Subscribe!Follow the team on social media! @HarvardBLSA @negroesquire @lovexbriana

What makes you diverse?In our second episode of our Law School Admissions series, we chat about the diversity statement, an optional essay that encourages prospective students to speak to the unique characteristics and experiences that they will bring to the law school classroom. What's the difference between a personal statement and diversity statement? Should you write one? We tackle these questions and more, offering concrete strategies for developing a meaningful essay. We also share notes based on our own diversity statements, and provide a helpful way to think about diversity statements regardless of your privileged or underprivileged upbringing.Like, Comment, and Subscribe! Share with a law school applicant and send us questions for future episodes: HarvardBLSAPettyPolitics@gmail.comFollow the team on social media! @HarvardBLSA @negroesquire @lovexbriana

Brie and Cam want to help YOU get into law school! In this first episode of a multi-part Law School Admissions series, third-year Harvard Law Students Cameron Clark and Briana Williams offer their best practices and stories on writing a sincere and powerful personal statement that will capture the interest and imagination of the admissions committee. What questions do you have about the law school admissions process? Reach out via Twitter (@harvardblsa) or email (harvardblsapettypolitics@gmail.com).Follow the team on social media! @HarvardBLSA @negroesquire @lovexbriana

It’s the holiday season, and Brie and Cam are too busy recovering from finals and chilling with family to record. Enjoy this episode of Holiday Hot Takes, a mash-up of segments from our first two pilot episodes in Spring 2017. We’re thankful for those who have stuck around since our Soundcloud days and those who have subscribed since! Happy Holidays from Petty Politics!Hot Takes: Gorsuch selected for SCOTUS [0:40] Kendall Jenner’s Pepsi Ad [17:00] Kendrick Lamar’s ‘Humble’ Video [22:05] Education Sec. Betsy DeVos visits with HBCUs [29:55] Tomi Lahren gets fired [40:00] Nicki vs. Remy beef [46:15] *forgive our shoddy production, we were just learning! Follow the team on social media! @HarvardBLSA @negroesquire @lovexbriana

…and we’re back! Join us as we dive into the current political and pop culture issues this week [timestamps in brackets]: Life in the Law [3:20]: Finals SZN (send snacks!!)Political: GOP Tax Bill [11:50], #MeToo reaches Capitol Hill [23:25], Racist snapchats in TN [36:15] Petty: Colin Kaep wins award, Tumi Lauren is Pressedt™ [42:15], #FreeMalia needs better/blacker friends! [50:10] CW: Sexual Assault/Harassment Like, Comment, Subscribe!!Follow the team on social media! @HarvardBLSA @negroesquire @lovexbriana

Life in the Law: Black representation in case law/legal coursesPolitical: Trump decertifies the Iran Nuclear Deal, Harvey Weinstein is garbage, Jemele Hill is suspended from ESPNPetty: Pence's political stunt, Eminem roasts Trump, Dove apologizes for racist ad*Content Notice: Discussion of Harvey Weinstein and sexual assault from roughly 23:00 – 34:00Follow the team on social media! @HarvardBLSA @negroesquire @lovexbriana

Join Brie and Cam as they discuss this week's current events:Life in the Law: Reflections on Law School, Imposter SyndromePolitical: Las Vegas and White Terror, Betsy DeVos gets protested at HarvardPetty: O.J., Tom Price got fired lol, Amber Rose's Sl*t Walk, Milo marries a Black guy??!?!Follow the team on social media! @HarvardBLSA @negroesquire @lovexbriana

Join Brie and Cam as they delve into this week's current events:The Political: R.I.P. Graham-Cassidy Bill, Hurricane Aid to Puerto Rico, #TakeAKnee ActivismThe Petty: Kardashians and Birthing into Blackness, Cardi B Makes Money MovesDonate to Hurricane Relief Efforts: http://www.fondosunidos.org – PR https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/mi-gente-feat-beyonc%C3%A9-single/id1291110776Follow the team on social media! @HarvardBLSA @negroesquire @lovexbriana

Join Brie and Cam as they delve into this week's current events: The Political: Healthcare, DACA, Manafort Wiretapping The Petty: The Ethics of Nazi-PunchingFollow the team on social media! @HarvardBLSA @negroesquire @lovexbriana