Podcasts about law schools

Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today Alison is talking with the ABA's Managing Director of Accreditation and Legal Education about law school accreditation -- what's been happening in Texas and Florida, and what it means for current and prospective law students. In this episode we discuss: An introduction to our guest, Jennifer Rosato Perea What does law school accreditation actually mean? Changes to accreditation in Texas and Florida, and what they mean for students The portability of a law degree Choosing a law school in 2026 Resources: American Bar Association (https://www.americanbar.org/) Download the Transcript  (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/episode-565-law-school-accreditation-in-2026-a-conversation-with-jennifer-rosato-perea/) If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/law-school-toolbox-podcast/id1027603976) or your favorite listening app. And feel free to reach out to us directly. You can always reach us via the contact form on the Law School Toolbox website (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/contact). If you're concerned about the bar exam, check out our sister site, the Bar Exam Toolbox (http://barexamtoolbox.com/). You can also sign up for our weekly podcast newsletter (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/get-law-school-podcast-updates/) to make sure you never miss an episode! Thanks for listening! Alison & Lee

Timothy Snyder holds the inaugural Temerty Chair in Modern European History at the Munk School of Global Affairs and Public Policy at the University of Toronto. Snyder's work has appeared in forty languages and has received a number of prizes, including the Emerson Prize in the Humanities. Snyder was a Marshall Scholar at Oxford, has received the Carnegie and Guggenheim fellowships, and holds state orders from Estonia, Lithuania, and Poland. He is researching a family history of nationalism and finishing a philosophical book about freedom. In this episode, Robinson and Timothy discuss the future of the United States. More particularly, they delve into AI, rebellion, conspiracy theory, our relationship with Russia and Ukraine, Donald Trump, and more. Timothy's most recent book is On Freedom (Crown, 2024).Timothy's Website: https://timothysnyder.orgOn Freedom: https://timothysnyder.org/books/OUTLINE00:00 Will the United States Cease to Exist?13:47 Is Trump Breaking the United States Apart?21:09 Will AI Prevent Armed Rebellion Against the Government?30:20 Trump, Conspiracy Theories, and the Politics of Small Numbers39:46 Putin Does Not Think Ukraine Is Real45:57 What Are Trump's Soft Spots?50:26 How Tim Organizes His Thought57:59 Donald Trump and the SuperloserRobinson Erhardt researches symbolic logic and the foundations of mathematics at Stanford University, where he is also a JD candidate in the Law School.

Summary Shaun Ossei-Owusu didn't go to law school to become a lawyer. After a PhD in African American Studies at Berkeley and a fellowship at the American Bar Foundation, he wanted the technical language of law so he could translate what he'd already been studying: how the legal system actually treats people, versus how it says it does. That instinct became his new book, "Law on Trial." In this conversation, Kathryn Rubino and Ossei-Owusu dig into what "thinking like a lawyer" costs, from law school curricula that leave out issues like civil asset forfeiture, to big law and government lawyering, where the pressure to win can crowd out the question of whether winning was the right outcome. They close with practical advice for lawyers trying to stay honest with themselves about the trade-offs they're making. Key Takeaways Legal training builds what Ossei-Owusu calls a "tragically necessary skill": separating law from moral and social context. It's useful, and it's also easy to overcorrect. Core law school subjects often skip the inequality issues baked into them. Property class rarely covers civil asset forfeiture, even though it's a bigger part of practice than most casebooks suggest. Big law economics can quietly work against legitimate discrimination claims, not just frivolous ones, because of who's paying the bill. City and county law departments face a similar tension: they enforce consumer and housing protections while also defending against civil rights claims brought under the same kinds of laws. Lawyers can protect their values by setting ethical red lines before financial pressure sets in, not after. Links and Resources Above the Law The Jabot Podcast Law on Trial: An Unlikely Insider Reckons with Our Legal System (W.W. Norton) Law on Trial on Amazon Keywords legal education, law school, thinking like a lawyer, legal ethics, big law, public interest law, civil asset forfeiture, law professor, legal academia, Shaun Ossei-Owusu, Law on Trial, University of Pennsylvania, legal profession, government lawyers, municipal law departments, law firm culture, first-generation lawyers, social justice law, Above the Law, The Jabot Podcast Episode Highlights [00:00:49 - 00:04:20] Ossei-Owusu explains his winding path from the Bronx to a PhD to law school. [00:04:56 - 00:06:51] Why mentoring future lawyers, including those headed to big law, matters to him. [00:06:51 - 00:08:35] The gap in law school literature that inspired Law on Trial. [00:10:46 - 00:13:19] What "thinking like a lawyer" really means, and its necessary trade-offs. [00:13:19 - 00:14:33] The civil asset forfeiture example most property classes skip. [00:15:50 - 00:17:35] How big law economics can quietly undermine legitimate discrimination claims. [00:17:35 - 00:19:16] The civil rights tension inside city and county law departments. [00:20:04 - 00:22:20] Practical advice for lawyers weighing big law against their values. [00:22:20 - 00:24:01] Why ethical red lines matter more than good intentions.

Jump into a grab bag of legal issues, a “law salad” of ideas that have lately been on the minds of hosts Jim Reeder and Mic Rogson. Law may teach you to think like a lawyer, but does it also teach the practice of law? Hear what Mic and Jim walked away with on graduation day and how it applied to their careers and decades of experience. Practicing law after law school sometimes produces surprises, like learning to mix linear thinking with creativity. You can prepare all you want, but sometimes you need to be “as flexible as Gumby,” Mic says. In the real world,  Jim says, practicing lawyers learn to be comfortable. Comfortable with creativity, comfortable with reacting to surprises, and comfortable admitting to the judge, and themselves, that they don't know everything and may need time to review unfamiliar case law when it crops up in the courtroom. Intimidation and anxiety are the enemy, and young lawyers must learn to relax and react. Then, forget “real life” as Mic and Jim share their favorite courtroom dramas and comedies. What's your guilty pleasure, and which productions capture how you feel about the law? Everything from the gravity of “Judgment at Nuremberg” to the lighthearted “Legally Blonde” to the surprisingly accurate portrayal in “My Cousin Vinny.” What's your favorite? Have a question, comment, or suggestion for an upcoming episode? Get in touch at MRogson@SkywardInsurance.com or JAReederJr@gmail.com. Resources Mentioned: “Top 10 Movies Every Law Student Must See - Best Legal Drama Movies,” YouTube “Top 10 Most Accurate Law Movies,” YouTube American Bar Association American Bar Association Litigation Section Subscribe to Litigation Radio: https://play.megaphone.fm/rhyxdryztyy2v3itq6sdlq Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Status Check with Spivey, Anna Hicks-Jaco is joined by three experienced law school financial aid professionals: Dalmarie Lawrence, Director of Financial Aid at the University of the District of Columbia School of Law; Montré Everett, Director of Financial Aid at UC Davis School of Law; and Matt Wakeman, Assistant Dean of Financial Aid at the University of Virginia School of Law.Together, they discuss how the student loan changes included in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act are affecting current and prospective law students, particularly following the elimination of Grad PLUS loans and the introduction of new federal borrowing limits.The group explains what has changed for incoming law students, how part-time students may be affected, and why simply lowering law school tuition may be more complicated than it sounds. They also discuss how law schools are responding through scholarships, institutional aid, tuition freezes, loan repayment assistance programs, and other resources designed to help students manage the cost of attendance.The conversation also covers how applicants can use ABA 509 reports to evaluate scholarship opportunities and identify financial safety schools, what students should know about private student loans, and how credit history and cosigners may affect their ability to borrow. The guests also explain why private loans may sometimes offer lower interest rates than federal loans, while emphasizing the risks they may create for students pursuing public service careers and Public Service Loan Forgiveness.Additional topics include financial aid considerations for veterans and military dependents, the impact of the new rules on transfer and dual-degree students, the importance of borrowing only what is necessary, and practical strategies for reducing law school expenses through scholarships, budgeting, and early communication with financial aid offices.You can listen and subscribe to Status Check with Spivey on ⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠, Spotify⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠. You can read a full transcript of this episode with timestamps here.

Download your free LSAT cheat sheet here: https://unpluggedprep.com/cheatsheet I scored a 152 my first LSAT. Got to a 175. I've been teaching this test since 2005. If you're prelaw, applying now, or stuck, you're in the right place.

Download your free LSAT cheat sheet here: https://unpluggedprep.com/cheatsheet I scored a 152 my first LSAT. Got to a 175. I've been teaching this test since 2005. If you're prelaw, applying now, or stuck, you're in the right place.

Download your free LSAT cheat sheet here: https://swiy.co/me80PdzqDY0 I scored a 152 my first LSAT. Got to a 175. I've been teaching this test since 2005. If you're prelaw, applying now, or stuck, you're in the right place.

Former LSAT Demon student and recent St. Mary's School of Law graduate Jacque returns to discuss her experience as an online JD student. Read more on our website. Email daily@lsatdemon.com with questions or comments. Watch this episode on YouTube!More LSAT Demon Resources.

Many lawyers assume their career options begin and end with practicing law. In this episode, Steve speaks with Tony Waller, a lawyer, educator, former nonprofit CEO, and career development leader whose career demonstrates the many ways a legal education can lead to meaningful and rewarding work. Tony discusses his journey from private practice to recruiting, law school career services, nonprofit leadership, and higher education administration. Along the way, he shares practical advice for lawyers and law students who are considering career transitions, searching for more meaningful work, or wondering how to leverage their legal skills outside of traditional practice. Whether you're happy practicing law or considering a different path, this conversation will broaden your perspective on what a successful legal career can look like. Key Takeaways Your legal skills are highly transferable and can create opportunities well beyond traditional legal practice. Career transitions are most successful when they're intentional rather than reactions to temporary dissatisfaction. Lawyers need to become comfortable identifying and communicating the value they bring to employers and clients. Law schools offer rewarding career paths in career development, student affairs, advancement, and administration. Volunteer leadership and nonprofit board service can expand your network while developing valuable leadership skills. Strong professional relationships often lead to career opportunities before positions are ever publicly posted. Before making a career change, identify exactly what is making you unhappy so you don't repeat the same mistakes. Career success isn't a race—focus on continuous growth rather than comparing your timeline to others. Timestamps 00:00 Introduction and Tony Waller's unconventional legal career 04:05 Why Tony left legal practice and the transferable skills lawyers possess 12:05 Career opportunities for lawyers in law school administration 15:20 Transitioning into nonprofit leadership and serving as a CEO 20:30 Networking, relationship building, and the hidden job market 22:45 How legal career development has changed over the past two decades 25:00 Advice for lawyers considering a career transition 29:45 Final career advice and Tony's recommendation for the TV series Shrinking Connect with Tony Waller Tony Waller University of Georgia School of Law Email: twaller@uga.edu Connect with Steve Seckler To schedule a free 30-minute consultation or access free career, leadership, and business development resources for lawyers, visit www.seckler.com. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a colleague who may be exploring new career possibilities.

Citing the need for students to learn without relying on AI, the University of Chicago Law School is banning electronics in the classroom. First year law students will not be allowed to use laptops, phones and other electronic devices in class starting this fall.

Citing the need for students to learn without relying on AI, the University of Chicago Law School is banning electronics in the classroom. First year law students will not be allowed to use laptops, phones and other electronic devices in class starting this fall.

Citing the need for students to learn without relying on AI, the University of Chicago Law School is banning electronics in the classroom. First year law students will not be allowed to use laptops, phones and other electronic devices in class starting this fall.

On this episode of the Energy Security Cubed Podcast, Joe Calnan talks with Solange Marquez about current status of USMCA, particularly the trade relationship and negotiations between the US and Mexico. --- Guest: - Solange Márquez is a CGAI Fellow and a professor at the Law School of the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM). --- Reading recommendation: - "The Triangle of Power: Rebalancing the New World Order", by Alexander Stubb: https://www.amazon.ca/Triangle-Power-Rebalancing-World-Order/dp/1967190100 --- Interview recording Date: June 29, 2026 // Energy Security Cubed is part of the CGAI Podcast Network. Follow the Canadian Global Affairs Institute on Facebook, Twitter (@CAGlobalAffairs), or on LinkedIn. Head over to our website at www.cgai.ca for more commentary. // Music credits to Drew Phillips.

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Content warning: this episode discusses domestic violence involving children.In People v. Collins, the Supreme Court of California overturned a second-degree murder conviction based on a failure-to-protect theory. In its opinion, the court cited the research of a law professor in Illinois. Dr. Deborah Anthony, Professor of Legal Studies at the University of Illinois Springfield, wrote the 2022 article the court cited in its opinion. That article, titled The Law of Motherhood in the Gender-Dependent Application of Criminal Responsibility for Failing to Protect Children, is part of Dr. Anthony's ongoing research into gender and the legal system.IICLE® is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit based in Springfield, Illinois. We produce a wide range of practice guidance for Illinois attorneys and other legal professionals in all areas of law with the generous contributions of time and expertise from volunteer attorneys, judges, and other legal professionals.

Late Night in the Library is the side of law school you won't find a textbook for. Produced by Widener Law Commonwealth, this student-run podcast dives into pit conversations, library whispers, and the lessons learned outside the classroom. We talk with students about getting through tough semesters, finding their footing, and the small moments that end up defining law school. Honest and unfiltered, this series centers real student voices and real conversations. Host Shemariel Gray, alongside Widener University Commonwealth Law School Dean andré cummings, sits down with Widener Law Commonwealth alumna and newly sworn-in attorney Grace Mills, Esq. Mills shares how she scored in the top 1.1 percentile of the bar exam, breaking down her approach, mindset, and the strategies that helped her succeed. Topics Covered 0:00 Intro 01:16 Would you Rather 02:47 Current Life 03:50 Day of the Bar Exam 05:53 After the Test 06:24 Plan 08:45 Recipe to SMASH the Bar Exam 09:35 What Grace Did in Law School and During Bar Prep To Succeed 12:20 How to Relax During Bar Prep 13:30 What Did a Day Look Like 15:05 Obstacles 16:20 How Widener Helped 19:18 Lawyers Run in the Family 21:44 First Day as a Lawyer 23:09 Finding out Bar Exam Score 25:00 The Grind 26:38 Advice for Repeat Takers 26:58 Advice for First Time Takers 27:28 Outtakes 28:20 Bar Bootcamp 29:25 How Do you Gas It 29:50 Final Tips The bar exam some people love it, some people hate it but one thing's for sure, if you're a law student, there's no escaping it. So how do you pass it?   That is the one question we are here to answer!   Welcome to Widener Law Commonwealth: Smashing the Bar, a podcast series where we sit down with top-scoring bar passers from Widener University Commonwealth Law School to talk strategy, survival, and the long awaited success that comes after the bar exam!  Widener University Commonwealth Law School is the Pennsylvania capital's only law school, with four specialized centers of legal scholarship through its Law & Government Institute, Environmental Law and Sustainability Center, Business Advising Program, and Center for Equity and Justice. Widener Law Commonwealth offers an exceptional learning experience that is personal, practical, and professional. Visit commonwealthlaw.widener.edu for more information. Transcript: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1j6AStpCVDAQlAKcltCRQHGj457K5Luhv/view?usp=sharing  Music Credit: "Late Night Crush" by Netuno https://www.pond5.com/royalty-free-music/item/312639960-late-night-crush-short-intro-dance-upbeat-house-urban-party 

Michael Hudson is Distinguished Research Professor of Economics at the University of Missouri, Kansas City and President of the Institute for the Study of Long-Term Economic Trends. He researches domestic and international finance, the history of economics, and the role of debt in shaping class stratification, among many other topics. This is Michael's Seventh appearance on the show. On past episodes, including with Richard Wolff, he and Robinson have neoliberalism, industrial capitalism, the rentier economy, Marxism, and the role of economics in political history. In this episode, Michael and Robinson talk about debt and the destruction of empires. Michael's most recent book is Temples of Enterprise (ISLET, 2024). Michael's Website: https://michael-hudson.comTemples of Enterprise: https://a.co/d/a3c53dmOUTLINE00:00 Keeping Governments Under Control07:01 Understanding the Church17:27 Why Debts Grow Too Fast to Be Paid22:57 Understanding the BRICS26:50 How Can Countries Get Rich?32:47 Where Is the United States' Debt Dragging Us?46:26 Why Michael Hudson Is Not a Mainstream Economist48:59 The Historical Approach to Economics01:06:01 Controlling Governments Through Tax Policy01:23:55 How Michael Researches01:33:31 The Myth of Economic Rent01:38:47 The United States' Hereditary Oligarchy01:41:04 Why the United States Can't Go Bankrupt01:44:42 Closing ThoughtsRobinson Erhardt researches symbolic logic and the foundations of mathematics at Stanford University, where he is also a JD candidate in the Law School.

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Download your free LSAT cheat sheet here: https://unpluggedprep.com/cheatsheet I scored a 152 my first LSAT. Got to a 175. I've been teaching this test since 2005. If you're prelaw, applying now, or stuck, you're in the right place.

Download your free LSAT cheat sheet here: https://unpluggedprep.com/cheatsheet I scored a 152 my first LSAT. Got to a 175. I've been teaching this test since 2005. If you're prelaw, applying now, or stuck, you're in the right place.

Summary:In this episode of Sidebar by Dana Duncan, a lawyer with over 37 years of experience breaks down the harsh reality of law school, big‑firm life, and what it actually takes to become a successful attorney. From elite law school tuition and starting salaries to the skills law school doesn't teach—like client counseling, negotiation style, and real‑world time management—Dana offers blunt, practical legal career advice. He also explores the growing shortage of lawyers in rural markets and why you don't need the most prestigious law school to build a thriving practice. If you're considering law school or rethinking your legal career path, this candid conversation is essential listening.Chapters:00:00 Introduction to Sidebar Podcast02:31 Movie Reviews: Pressure and Disclosure Day07:37 Navigating Law School: Personal Experiences32:31 The Reality of Law School and Legal CareersKeywords:law school reality, becoming a lawyer, law school rankings, law school tuition, big law burnout, legal career advice, lawyer skills, law school vs practice, Marquette Law School, rural legal markets, legal mentoring, CYA letter, bar exam criticism, Columbia Law, Harvard Law, mid‑tier law schools

Download your free LSAT cheat sheet here: https://swiy.co/dvHtr3-4yOw I scored a 152 my first LSAT. Got to a 175. I've been teaching this test since 2005. If you're prelaw, applying now, or stuck, you're in the right place.

Download your free LSAT cheat sheet here: https://swiy.co/dvHtr3-4yOw I scored a 152 my first LSAT. Got to a 175. I've been teaching this test since 2005. If you're prelaw, applying now, or stuck, you're in the right place.

Download your free LSAT cheat sheet here: https://swiy.co/-8p6buJohr4 I scored a 152 my first LSAT. Got to a 175. I've been teaching this test since 2005. If you're prelaw, applying now, or stuck, you're in the right place.

Bob Hartmann is a criminal defense attorney, author, and rainmaker who has spent nearly four decades building a successful law practice. In this episode, he shares why bringing in business is one of the most important skills lawyers can develop, how entrepreneurship created the lifestyle he wanted, and why lawyers should stop being afraid to build careers on their own terms.  Lawyer Side HustlesBob's side hustle eventually became a second professional identity. After years of building his own successful practice, he began teaching other lawyers how to develop business, create referral networks, and build sustainable firms. His upcoming book, Making It Rain: The Art of Building a Successful Law Practice, shares practical lessons for attorneys who want greater control over their careers and financial futures."You can absolutely live the life you want to live, not the life that's given to you or dictated to you by partners in a corner office,” Bob Hartmann expresses in Episode 251 of You Are a Lawyer.Much of Bob's motivation comes from personal experience. By operating his own practice, he was able to coach his daughter's softball teams, attend her games, travel with her during recruiting visits, and prioritize family without sacrificing professional success. His story demonstrates that entrepreneurship is not only about earning more money. It can also create the flexibility and freedom to build a life aligned with your values.This episode is produced by Skip the Boring Stuff, a podcast strategy company for business owners and creatives.

Download your free LSAT cheat sheet here: https://swiy.co/-8p6buJohr4 I scored a 152 my first LSAT. Got to a 175. I've been teaching this test since 2005. If you're prelaw, applying now, or stuck, you're in the right place.

The 2026 “Above the Law” law school rankings just dropped. Unlike US News, Above the Law only ranks 50 schools and weighs employment outcomes almost exclusively. The result? Some schools rank much higher than expected while others fall despite their prestige.Also in this episode:- Advice on pass/fail courses from an academic advisor- The Department of Education lowers loan rates for borrowers- What to do in your last five minutes on RCStudy with our Free Plan⁠⁠Download our iOS app⁠Watch Episode 565 on YouTubeCheck out all of our “What's the Deal With” segmentsGet caught up with our ⁠Word of the Week⁠⁠ library0:00 Above the Law Rankings16:17 Pass/Fail Advice from Academic Advisor20:35 Department of Education Lowers Student Loan Rates33:31 Test D Question — Vocabulary48:30 LSAT Retake Advice from Dean Z1:02:53 Last 5 Minutes of Reading Comprehension1:09:39 Word of the week — abrogate

David Albert is the Frederick E. Woodbridge Professor of Philosophy at Columbia University, director of the Philosophical Foundations of Physics program at Columbia, and a faculty member of the John Bell Institute for the Foundations of Physics. Jacob Barandes is Senior Preceptor in Physics at Harvard University, where he works widely across the philosophy of physics, with focuses on the foundations of quantum mechanics, the philosophy of spacetime, and the metaphysics of laws. In this episode, Robinson, Jacob, and David discuss Jacob's novel Indivisibility Approach to quantum mechanics. After beginning with an introduction from David, the conversation touches on the measurement problem, completeness, scientific realism, the purpose of physics, and more. If you're interested in the foundations of physics, then please check out the JBI, which is devoted to providing a home for research and education in this important area. Any donations are immensely helpful at this early stage in the institute's life.Jacob's Website: https://www.jacobbarandes.comA Guess at the Riddle: https://a.co/d/6qcsidlThe John Bell Institute: https://www.johnbellinstitute.orgOUTLINE00:00 The Problem with the Wave Function05:30 The Indivisibility Approach17:28 What Is Indivisibility?25:13 The Measurement Problem32:18 The Incompleteness of Jacob's Theory42:20 Completing the Theory47:12 Realism in Quantum Mechanics01:03:13 The Fundamental Task of Physics01:10:57 The Structure of the Indivisibility Theory01;22:26 Summarizing and Calculating01:40:01 The Game of Fundamental Physics01:46:31 Can Bohmian Mechanics Work?01:56:26 A Version Including David's Theory02:04:49 What Is the Wave Function?02:15:33 Where We've Ended UpRobinson Erhardt researches symbolic logic and the foundations of mathematics at Stanford University, where he is also a JD candidate in the Law School.

Download your free LSAT cheat sheet here: https://unpluggedprep.com/cheatsheet I scored a 152 my first LSAT. Got to a 175. I've been teaching this test since 2005. If you're prelaw, applying now, or stuck, you're in the right place.

Download your free LSAT cheat sheet here: https://unpluggedprep.com/cheatsheet I scored a 152 my first LSAT. Got to a 175. I've been teaching this test since 2005. If you're prelaw, applying now, or stuck, you're in the right place.

Download your free LSAT cheat sheet here: https://unpluggedprep.com/cheatsheet I scored a 152 my first LSAT. Got to a 175. I've been teaching this test since 2005. If you're prelaw, applying now, or stuck, you're in the right place.

Download your free LSAT cheat sheet here: https://unpluggedprep.com/cheatsheet I scored a 152 my first LSAT. Got to a 175. I've been teaching this test since 2005. If you're prelaw, applying now, or stuck, you're in the right place.

Download your free LSAT cheat sheet here: https://unpluggedprep.com/cheatsheet I scored a 152 my first LSAT. Got to a 175. I've been teaching this test since 2005. If you're prelaw, applying now, or stuck, you're in the right place.

Download your free LSAT cheat sheet here: https://swiy.co/OyHJvarKd7I I scored a 152 my first LSAT. Got to a 175. I've been teaching this test since 2005. If you're prelaw, applying now, or stuck, you're in the right place.

Download your free LSAT cheat sheet here: https://swiy.co/OyHJvarKd7I I scored a 152 my first LSAT. Got to a 175. I've been teaching this test since 2005. If you're prelaw, applying now, or stuck, you're in the right place.

And a new ranking of top law schools. ------ Above the Law's Top 50 Law School rankings are out and a new school tops the list. But a number of other high prestige law schools have slipped out of the top 10... and it's mostly a matter of cost. Meanwhile, we have two federal judges out of control. Judge Ryan Nelson faces misdemeanor criminal charges over a parking lot altercation, which would be a bad look for a federal judge, but not nearly as egregious as his parking job. And we have more on the Eleanor Ross drama, after her initial "apology letters" went public and prompted the Eleventh Circuit to find a new opportunity to look the other way. Subscribe to Above the Law - Thinking Like a Lawyer: https://play.megaphone.fm/lpff6i7nq9wlb-pkdudwtw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Download your free LSAT cheat sheet here: https://unpluggedprep.com/cheatsheet I scored a 152 my first LSAT. Got to a 175. I've been teaching this test since 2005. If you're prelaw, applying now, or stuck, you're in the right place.

On this episode of the STL Bucket List Show, we sit down with St. Louis author, columnist, and novelist Debbie Baldwin to discuss her latest thriller, The Architect of Deception, a high-society murder mystery filled with secrets, privilege, and unexpected twists.Debbie shares her journey from growing up in St. Louis and attending Princeton and law school to building a career as a novelist. She reflects on her background as a speechwriter, television writer, marketing executive, and newspaper columnist, and explains how a passion project during the pandemic turned into an eight-book publishing career.The conversation explores the creative process behind writing suspense novels, the challenges of constructing a compelling mystery, and why plotting a thriller often means deleting as much as you write. Debbie also discusses the inspiration behind The Architect of Deception, her love of classic mystery writers like Agatha Christie, the future of storytelling in the age of AI, and the surprising resurgence of physical books and independent bookstores.From publishing and creativity to reading, storytelling, and the enduring appeal of St. Louis, this episode is an engaging conversation about following your passion and building a creative life on your own terms.They discuss:• Debbie's journey from St. Louis to Princeton, law school, and professional writing• How a pandemic passion project became an eight-book career• The creation and success of the Bishop Security series• The inspiration behind The Architect of Deception• Writing compelling mysteries, twists, and suspenseful storylines• The difference between "plotters" and "pantsers" in the writing world• Why word-of-mouth remains the most powerful form of book marketing• The role of AI in creative writing and storytelling• Building disciplined writing habits and routines• Classic thriller influences including Agatha Christie and Dan Brown• The resurgence of physical books, bookstores, and reading culture• Debbie's favorite St. Louis coffee shops, restaurants, and bookstores• Why St. Louis continues to inspire her work and creativitySupport the show

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Mike Switzer interviews Jon Marcantel, dean of the Charleston School of Law.

Dr. Tony Ebel sits down with Sharon Cryan, founder of FoodNerd, for a deep dive into one of the most overlooked pillars of children's health: not just what's in our food, but how it's made. Sharon shares her powerful origin story — born to a single mother with MS, watching chronic illness shape the world around her — and how that journey led her from law school to revolutionizing food manufacturing. Together, they unpack the truth about ultra-processed foods, the gap in processing transparency that even health-conscious parents miss, and why natural flavors aren't as safe as they sound. Sharon also breaks down FoodNerd's Cold Processing Nutrient Lock Technology, the critical first 1,000 days of a child's life, and why their products are specifically formulated for kids on the autistic spectrum. This one will change how you read a food label — and how you stock your pantry.-----Links & Resources:Follow Sharon on Instagram: @sharonrosecryan and @foodnerdincLearn more and shop FoodNerd Products: www.foodnerdinc.com-----Key Topics & Timestamps00:07 Sharon's Origin Story: Born Into Chronic Illness 00:11 The Health Inequality Nobody Was Talking About 00:13 From Wanting to Be a Doctor to Law School 00:16 The FDA Isn't Protecting You — The Food Manufacturer Is 00:23 How to Actually Read a Food Label 00:25 It's Not Just the Ingredients, It's the Processing 00:28 The Dirty Truth About Natural Flavors 00:32 FoodNerd's Cold Processing Nutrient Lock Technology Explained 00:38 The First 1,000 Days: The Most Critical Window of a Child's Life 00:48 Sulforaphane and Kids on the Autistic Spectrum-- Follow us on Socials: Instagram: @pxdocsFacebook: Dr. Tony Ebel & The PX Docs NetworkYoutube: The PX DocsFor more information, visit PXDocs.com to read informative articles about the power of Neurologically-Focused Chiropractic Care.Find a PX Doc Office near me: PX DOCS DirectoryTo watch Dr. Tony's 30 min Perfect Storm Webinar: Click Here

Women and money is a conversation most people only have in private, if at all. Alicia Umpierre is a patent attorney with a Ph.D. in chemistry. She built her career with no family blueprint and no financial network to draw from. On Getting Rich Together, host Syama Bunten draws out the story behind the credentials. What emerges is the women and money conversation you know but rarely hear spoken out loud. Alicia grew up in Southern California not thinking about finances. No one around her had a Ph.D. She didn't even know what one was until college. Without mentors, she says she might still be testing wastewater in a lab in Ontario, California. People told her what was possible before she knew to ask. Her patent attorney career path didn't come from a plan. She followed what felt right. She left behind what didn't. A career change to law came from recognizing a dead end, not a vision. She passed the patent bar in two months, went back to school for her J.D. while raising a toddler, then had her second son during law school, and built a career most people don't even know exists. What Alicia is still working on is teaching kids about money the way she wishes she'd been taught. Her own financial goals now center on a question many women know well: how do you build wealth as a woman when you know what you have, but don't have a trusted network to help you decide what to do next? She watched her immigrant father work without rest his whole life. She doesn't want to do the same. Syama built Wealth Catalyst because women and money deserved a better conversation. If you're ready to be in the room where that conversation happens in person, the Freedom Tour salons are gathering women across 32 cities this year, and the Wealth Catalyst Summit comes to San Francisco this October. Save your seat at wealthcatalyst.com.   Episode Breakdown: 00:00 Women and Money: Alicia Umpierre on Building Wealth Without a Roadmap 02:12 Growing Up Middle Class With No Financial Role Models 04:01 Why Math and Chemistry Became Her Foundation 06:24 Working Through College and the Value of Hard Work 09:17 How Mentorship Changed Everything 13:21 FromPh.D. to Patent Attorney Career Path 16:49 Passing the Patent Bar and Landing the Job 18:28 Going Back to Law School in Her Thirties 21:57 Building Financial Goals as a Couple 24:46 Teaching Kids About Money and Work Ethic 27:57 Retirement, Nest Eggs, and Investing Honestly 33:41 Why Trusting a Financial Advisor Is So Hard 38:46 On Implicit Bias and the Power of Mentorship Find more from Syama Bunten: Attend a Salon near you: wealthcatalyst.com/salons Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/syama.co/ Join Syama's Substack: https://thewealthcatalystwithsyama.substack.com/ Website: https://wealthcatalyst.com Download Syama's Free Resources: https://wealthcatalyst.com/resources Wealth Catalyst Summit: https://wealthcatalyst.com/summits Speaking: https://syamabunten.com Big Delta Capital: www.bigdeltacapital.com Podcast production and show notes provided by HiveCast.fm  

Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today, we have a special guest -- Teria Thornton from AccessLex Institute -- and we are talking about law school financing, loan repayment, and what you can do to improve your credit score.   In this episode we discuss: Introduction to AccessLex and our guest, Teria Thornton The school loan landscape before 2025 Changes with the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) How income-driven repayment plans are structured Does public service loan forgiveness still exist? Credit score basics Resources: AccessLex Institute (https://www.accesslex.org/) Podcast Episode 184: Handling Law School Finances (w/Lyssa Thaden of AccessLex) (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-184-handling-law-school-finances-w-lyssa-thaden-of-accesslex/) Podcast Episode 294: Money Talk (w/Carrie Friedberg) (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-294-money-talk-w-carrie-friedberg/) Podcast Episode 361: Student Loan Repayment (w/Derek Brainard of AccessLex Institute) (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-361-student-loan-repayment-w-derek-brainard-of-accesslex-institute/) Podcast Episode 383: Talking About Money with Jesse Mecham, Founder of You Need A Budget (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-383-talking-about-money-with-jesse-mecham-founder-of-you-need-a-budget/) Podcast Episode 521: Smarter Borrowing: How Juno Helps Lower Student Loans (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-521-smarter-borrowing-how-juno-helps-lower-student-loans/) Podcast Episode 550: Financial Planning for Law Students and Young Lawyers (w/Alexandra Sandberg) (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-550-financial-planning-for-law-students-and-young-lawyers-w-alexandra-sandberg/) Download the Transcript  (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/episode-561-real-talk-about-the-law-school-loan-landscape-w-teria-thornton-from-accesslex/) If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/law-school-toolbox-podcast/id1027603976) or your favorite listening app. And feel free to reach out to us directly. You can always reach us via the contact form on the Law School Toolbox website (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/contact). If you're concerned about the bar exam, check out our sister site, the Bar Exam Toolbox (http://barexamtoolbox.com/). You can also sign up for our weekly podcast newsletter (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/get-law-school-podcast-updates/) to make sure you never miss an episode! Thanks for listening! Alison & Lee

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Erin Ton holds over 200 FKTs (Fastest Known Times). In 2023, she returned to the mountains where she first hiked with her family as a child, and summited 57 of Colorado's Fourteeners in 14 days, smashing the previous record. She stands out on the trails not only for her speed, but also for her attire, often hiking in high heels! Erin and Cam cover highlights from Erin's unique experiences like hiking mountains in heels, her transition from law school to trail life, and her drive to inspire other women athletes. It also touches on reflections of fulfillment and future plans. Follow Erin: https://www.instagram.com/erin_ton7/  Follow along: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cameronrhanes Twitter: https://twitter.com/cameronhanes Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/camhanes/ Website: https://www.cameronhanes.com Timestamps: 00:00:00 – For the Love of the Mountains & FKTs (Fastest Known Time) 00:11:25 – Erin's First FKT 00:16:48 – FKT for MT. Pisgah 00:19:24 – 209 Recorded FKTs & What Her Goal is 00:23:19 – Michelino Sunseri Grand Teton Federal Misdemeanor 00:28:44 – Grand Teton FKT Goal & FKTs in Oregon 00:33:30 – Hiking the Mountains in Heels 00:38:57 – Erin's Biggest Goal: 7 Summits Project 00:44:38 – Law School to Trailheads: A Love of Traveling for Work 00:53:18 – Inspiring Others Through Running 00:55:20 – Strength of Women Athletes and Trash Talk in the Sport 00:57:49 – Animal Welfare & Hesitations About Cam 01:03:54 – Learning to Shoot a Bow & Climbing South Sister 01:07:31 – Goals for MT Hood 01:10:43 – Colorado Culebra Peak Speed Record 01:15:27 – Erin's Sponsors (Teva, Now Foods, Nomadix, COROS)  01:18:00 – F**k, Marry, Kill: FKTs, Hiking in Heels, and Traveling 01:20:43 – Thoughts While Pursuing FKTs 01:22:03 – Pursuing a Lifestyle of Fulfillment 01:26:34 – Is a 50K an Ultra? 01:28:10 – Why FKTs or Races? Any Future Plans for Racing? 01:32:42 – Final Thoughts Thank you to our sponsors: Montana Knife Company: https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/ Use code CAM for 10% off  Ketone IQ: https://www.ketone.com/Cam use code CAM for 30% off your first subscription Grizzly Coolers: https://www.grizzlycoolers.com/ use code KEEPHAMMERING for 15% off LMNT: Visit https://drinklmnt.com/cam for a free sample pack with any purchase Sig Sauer: https://www.sigsauer.com/ use code CAM10 for 10% off optics MTN OPS Supplements: https://mtnops.com/ Use code CAM for 20% off & Free Shipping

Elizabeth Nichols joins the Whiskey Riff Raff podcast to talk about her unconventional path to country music, going viral on TikTok, and the new music she's working on.We dive into everything from dropping out of law school and accidentally finding a music career, to reading through the good and bad comments on social media, her love for Toby Keith, and why country music needs more fun songs again.Elizabeth also shares the story of having Dog The Bounty Hunter show up at her house for Easter, explains how a Talladega Nights star ended up playing in her band, talks about her first-ever headlining show selling out overseas, and gives some hilarious insight into her dating life.Topics include:• Going viral with "I Got A New One"• Reading social media comments• Toby Keith's influence on her music• Dog The Bounty Hunter at Easter• New music and upcoming album plans• Her sold-out headlining show overseas• Dating stories and fan reactions• Moving to Nashville for law school before finding musicSubscribe for more episodes of Whiskey Riff Raff and interviews with your favorite country artists.whiskeyriff.comshop.whiskeyriff.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.