
Episode 2 - The Sh*t They Told You: Support Systems and Survival: Battling Grades and the Fear of Flunking
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10/30/24 • 39 min
In this raw and honest episode, we reflect on how we survived law school and explore the critical role of a support system during the journey. Join us as we share personal experiences of grappling with grades and the very real fear of failing out. We'll discuss how friendships, mentors, and family can make all the difference in overcoming academic challenges. Tune in for encouragement, camaraderie, and practical tips for building a robust support network and the importance of leaning on others when the pressure mounts. Whether you're navigating your own legal education or simply interested in the highs and lows of the journey, this episode is a heartfelt reminder that you don’t have to go it alone.
In this raw and honest episode, we reflect on how we survived law school and explore the critical role of a support system during the journey. Join us as we share personal experiences of grappling with grades and the very real fear of failing out. We'll discuss how friendships, mentors, and family can make all the difference in overcoming academic challenges. Tune in for encouragement, camaraderie, and practical tips for building a robust support network and the importance of leaning on others when the pressure mounts. Whether you're navigating your own legal education or simply interested in the highs and lows of the journey, this episode is a heartfelt reminder that you don’t have to go it alone.
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Episode 1 - The Sh*t They Told You: Recounting Admissions to Internships
In this episode, we take a fun and candid look at the rollercoaster ride of applying to law school! From submitting applications to the gut-wrenching moment of not getting that acceptance letter. Listen to us recount the journey of how disappointment turned into opportunity and lessons learned along the way. So grab your headphones and get ready for a dose of inspiration and a few laughs along the way!
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Episode 3 - The Sh*t They Should've Told you: Bar Prep, Bar Exam, and the Longest Wait Ever: A Survival Guide
In this episode, we're tackling one of the most stressful (and confusing) times in any law student’s life: Bar prep, the bar exam, and the soul-crushing wait for results. Spoiler alert: there are no easy answers, but there are a lot of stories, a few survival tips, and a healthy dose of humor to get you through it.
If you're in the midst of bar prep, gearing up to take the exam, or just trying to forget that you ever took it, this episode is for you. Trust us, you’re not alone in this chaos—and we promise, you’ll make it out the other side (hopefully with a license to practice law). Grab your highlighter, take a deep breath, and hit play—you’ve got this... probably.
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