About that r/LSAT Shadow Ban (Ep. 445)
Love it or hate it, the r/LSAT subreddit is a popular forum for LSAT news and advice. Unfortunately, LSAT Demon students have been unable to engage fully with this community for almost a year. Their posts and comments about the Demon are secretly banned. Ben and Nathan recount the curious back story of LSAT Demon’s shadow ban on Reddit and ask for listeners’ advice. Later, the guys discuss upcoming changes to LSAT Writing. They share tips on becoming a gladiator of the English language. And they examine why some lawyers might be better off working in fast food.
1:11 - Reddit Shadow Ban
The guys detail LSAT Demon’s shadow ban on the r/LSAT subreddit. Read more in their blog post and share your thoughts at help@thinkinglsat.com.
14:19 - Changes to LSAT Writing
Big changes are coming to LSAT Writing. Starting July 31, 2024, the section will feature a more open-ended essay prompt that asks writers to defend an original thesis. Ben and Nathan weigh in on the upcoming changes.
20:18 - Improving at English
Lawyers are gladiators of the English language. Nathan and Ben share a few tips on how to improve your reading and writing.
31:22 - Pearls vs. Turds
Despite what some LSAT “experts” say, there are no shortcuts to success in LSAT Reading Comprehension. If you want to improve in RC, you must improve your ability to read.
39:54 - Law vs. Fast Food
Not every lawyer makes big law money. But lawyers at least earn more than fast-food workers, right? Not necessarily.
46:49 - Informational Interviews
Ben and Nathan advise listener Michael on how to solicit and conduct informational interviews with practicing lawyers.
52:07 - Focus on Accuracy
Listener Grace faces challenges in transitioning to the LSAT Demon approach after switching from another prep company. Nathan and Ben encourage Grace to stick with it and to prioritize accuracy over section scores.
56:18 - Tips from a Departing Demon
LSAT Demon student Nick shares a pearl of wisdom: “Don’t tell everyone you know that you are taking the LSAT.”
1:01:14 - Word of the Week
If law schools would put the kibosh on their unfair pricing schemes, Ben and Nathan wouldn’t have to inveigh against them.