Episode Archives

Demon student Mario shares some primary sources relevant to the guys’ conversation about race and ethnicity on law school applications.

Nathan and Ben counsel Demon student Caleb on developing good study habits through consistent study and a winner’s mindset.

Demon student PY underperformed on the official test because they lost focus on what they mistakenly assumed was the experimental section.

Demon student Elsa has struggled with burnout and test anxiety, but now after embracing the LSAT Demon mindset she feels confident about the January test.

Ben and Nathan discuss whether there’s anything new or noteworthy about the latest PrepTest and whether the LSAT has changed over time.

Listener Matthew thinks that law schools should devalue the LSAT and instead consider applicants' pre-law experiences.

Listener Hunter claims that a legal career is his only acceptable outcome, but his LSAT struggles make him question his fitness for law school.

Demon student Asad Jessani joins Demon teacher Erik to share his LSAT success story Tune in to LSAT Demon Daily episode 373 for expert LSAT prep

Listener Hanna asks if it’s a bad idea to request letters of recommendation a year or more before you intend to apply to law school.

Nathan and Ben discuss why a law school might claim to consider an applicant's average LSAT score instead of their highest score.

Ben and Nathan advise a Demon student to dial back her LSAT study to avoid burnout Tune in to LSAT Demon Daily episode 370 for expert LSAT prep advice,

Demon student V asks for tips on picking between the two “best” answers on Logical Reasoning Tune in to LSAT Demon Daily episode 369 for expert LSAT

Former LSAT Demon student and current Demon teacher Marissa Varnado joins Francesca to share her LSAT success story.

The ABA voted to end law schools' LSAT requirement, but that doesn't mean schools won't still use the test in admissions decisions.

The guys tackle a Logical Reasoning question from PrepTest 73 Tune in to LSAT Demon Daily episode 366 for expert LSAT prep advice, law school

Former LSAT Demon teacher Logan shares a quote from his 1L criminal law textbook which demonstrates the LSAT’s value in preparing you for law school.

Yale, Harvard, and Berkeley have withdrawn from participation in the U.S. News & World Report law school rankings. Nathan and Ben consider these schools’

Listener Erika shares an email from CUNY citing decreased funding during the pandemic as their reason for no longer offering merit scholarships. Nathan

LSAT Demon teachers Matt DuMont and Becca Cumberbatch discuss summer job opportunities available to law students and explain why your 1L summer job is

Former LSAT Demon student Megan Ezekannagha joins Demon teacher Erik to share her LSAT Success story.

Listener Taylor wants to reduce his undergrad course load in order to work a full-time job, but worries that law schools might judge this decision unfavorably.

Demon student Jacob asks whether he should practice with LSAT Demon’s light mode to better match the look of the official test.

The guys discuss why law school admissions data suggests that splitters get scholarships Tune in to LSAT Demon Daily episode 358 for expert LSAT prep

An anonymous listener seeks guidance on how to format their resume for law school applications Tune in to LSAT Demon Daily episode 357 for expert LSAT

Ben and Nathan implore a listener to withdraw their applications immediately and reapply only when they have their best LSAT on record.

An anonymous listener shares their discovery that current law school applicants are unable to write letters of recommendation for other applicants.

The guys examine some law school admissions data which suggests that some schools make admissions decisions almost entirely based on LSAT and UGPA.

The guys tackle a Logical Reasoning question from PrepTest 73 Tune in to LSAT Demon Daily episode 353 for expert LSAT prep advice, law school

Ben and Nathan discuss how to interpret your official test score and what it means for your future LSAT prep.

The guys give listener Ryan some advice on how to improve on Reading Comprehension Tune in to LSAT Demon Daily episode 351 for expert LSAT prep advice,

Assessing language strength is secondary to a common sense understanding of the argument Tune in to LSAT Demon Daily episode 350 for expert LSAT prep

Listener Tyler wonders whether law schools admit many applicants with UGPAs and LSATs at their medians.

An anonymous listener asks for tips on diagramming Logic Games Tune in to LSAT Demon Daily episode 348 for expert LSAT prep advice, law school

Listener Noah worries about a gap between his drilling accuracy and his practice test scores Tune in to LSAT Demon Daily episode 347 for expert LSAT

Former Demon student Sam Fraser joins Nathan to share his LSAT success story. Sam achieved a 179 by approaching the test with common sense, not gimmicks.

Ben and Nathan discuss why full tuition doesn’t represent the real price of most law schools Tune in to LSAT Demon Daily episode 345 for expert LSAT

Nathan and Ben attempt a Logical Reasoning question from PrepTest 73 Tune in to LSAT Demon Daily episode 344 for expert LSAT prep advice, law school

Ben and Nathan discuss what it means to have “swagger” on the LSAT Tune in to LSAT Demon Daily episode 343 for expert LSAT prep advice, law school

Former Demon student Chris Murphy joins Nathan to share his LSAT success story Tune in to LSAT Demon Daily episode 342 for expert LSAT prep advice, law

Demon student Adrienne asks about scholarships to hybrid and part-time programs. Nathan and Ben uncover more inconsistencies on ABA 509 reports.

LSAT Demon teacher Brandon Beaver joins Nathan to advise an anonymous listener on their personal statement.

Nathan and Ben continue their discussion about who qualifies as “African American” on law school applications.

Ben and Nathan encourage an anonymous listener to take a gap year and forget about law school applications until they have their best LSAT score on record.

An anonymous listener shares a prophetic dream about seashells. Nathan and Ben remind Anonymous that feeling confident doesn’t mean you stop studying.

Ben and Nathan dissuade listener Anthony from pursuing a “target” score and advise him to focus on school before the LSAT.

Demon student "Frances" improved her LSAT score to 176. Now she can apply at the beginning of the cycle with an LSAT score that won’t make her UGPA sad.

Nathan and Ben give advice on staying focused while reading difficult Reading Comprehension passages.

Ben and Nathan advise listener Erika not to register for future tests until she’s happy with her practice test scores.

An anonymous listener wonders how to address a minor possession charge on their law school applications.

Former LSAT Demon student Sam Chen joins Nathan to discuss her LSAT success story. Sam improved her LSAT from 139 to 164.

Ben and Nathan respond to Taranpreet's question about objectivity on the LSAT Tune in to LSAT Demon Daily episode 330 for expert LSAT prep advice, law

Nathan and Ben advise listener Noah to withdraw his applications, earn a better LSAT score, and pursue better offers next cycle.

Ben and Nathan wrestle with an Egyptian listener's question regarding their URM status Tune in to LSAT Demon Daily episode 328 for expert LSAT prep

Nathan welcomes guest and former student, Hannah, to share her LSAT success story Tune in to LSAT Demon Daily episode 327 for expert LSAT prep advice,

The guys answer an anonymous email about how to build confidence on the LSAT Tune in to LSAT Demon Daily episode 326 for expert LSAT prep advice, law

The guys explain to listener Nick just how rarely students transfer to higher-ranking schools Tune in to LSAT Demon Daily episode 325 for expert LSAT

The guys give listener Stacy some advice for Logical Reasoning Tune in to LSAT Demon Daily episode 324 for expert LSAT prep advice, law school

Nathan and Ben tell student Daisy to err on the side of disclosure when it comes to character and fitness issues.

Ben and Nathan explain the methodology for the scholarship estimator's URM bump Tune in to LSAT Demon Daily episode 322 for expert LSAT prep advice,

Beth joins Nathan to tell her LSAT success story Tune in to LSAT Demon Daily episode 321 for expert LSAT prep advice, law school admissions tips, and

Uziel asks if he should apply now with his 170 in the hopes of scoring higher on the October test. The guys advise him to reconsider.

Ben and Nathan answer listener Shawn's question about improving vocabulary Tune in to LSAT Demon Daily episode 319 for expert LSAT prep advice, law

Nathan and Ben discuss California's Legal Apprentice Program Tune in to LSAT Demon Daily episode 318 for expert LSAT prep advice, law school admissions

Ben and Nathan encourage listener Ryan to apply with his best LSAT score to have the best scholarship opportunities.

Nathan welcomes former Demon student, Kristy, to tell her LSAT success story Tune in to LSAT Demon Daily episode 316 for expert LSAT prep advice, law

Sara and Brandon answer a listener's question about how their international transcripts might affect their undergraduate GPA.

The guys advise an anonymous listener to take time to solve the question Tune in to LSAT Demon Daily episode 314 for expert LSAT prep advice, law

The guys reminisce over a classic Thinking LSAT Podcast moment where they tried Halo Top Tune in to LSAT Demon Daily episode 313 for expert LSAT prep

Ben and Nathan weigh in on taking notes on Reading Comprehension Tune in to LSAT Demon Daily episode 312 for expert LSAT prep advice, law school

Ben and Nathan answer Anonymous' email about negotiating conditional law school scholarships Tune in to LSAT Demon Daily episode 311 for expert LSAT

Ben and Nathan discuss a questionable strategy for tackling comparative reading passages Tune in to LSAT Demon Daily episode 310 for expert LSAT prep

Ben and Nathan explain how to use the LSAT Demon Scholarship Estimator to identify target schools Tune in to LSAT Demon Daily episode 309 for expert

The guys encourage a student to ask more specific questions aimed at understanding one question at a time.

International student Ayanna could be forced to leave the United States if she doesn’t enroll in law school immediately after she completes her

Nathan and Ben preach patience to a listener who wonders how to speed up on Reading Comprehension Tune in to LSAT Demon Daily episode 306 for expert

Ben and Nathan counsel a student not to apply this cycle and only register for the official test when they're ready.

Don’t argue for answer choices. Argue against them Tune in to LSAT Demon Daily episode 304 for expert LSAT prep advice, law school admissions tips, and

Nathan and Ben advise a student to focus on school before studying for the LSAT Tune in to LSAT Demon Daily episode 303 for expert LSAT prep advice,

Ben and Nathan suspect a Demon student is reinforcing some bad habits Tune in to LSAT Demon Daily episode 302 for expert LSAT prep advice, law school

LSAT Demon teacher Matthew explains the limitations of academic renewal Tune in to LSAT Demon Daily episode 301 for expert LSAT prep advice, law school

Nathan and Ben explain that when it comes to LSAT prep, online learning is superior to in-person classes.

Ben and Nathan discuss the word "unless" and why you shouldn't have to analyze what you can understand intuitively.

LSAT Score Preview is now available to all test-takers Tune in to LSAT Demon Daily episode 298 for expert LSAT prep advice, law school admissions tips,

LSAT Demon’s own Rebecca Cumberbatch and Matt DuMont break down what to expect on law school applications.

Former Demon Live student Alex Mavrikos joins Nathan to discuss his LSAT success story Tune in to LSAT Demon Daily episode 296 for expert LSAT prep

A listener's college insists on including some failing grades on their transcript despite having granted academic renewal.

Ben and Nathan encourage a Demon student to set higher standards for himself and wait to apply next cycle.

Nathan and Ben advise anonymous listener to stop avoiding practice tests Tune in to LSAT Demon Daily episode 293 for expert LSAT prep advice, law

Ben and Nathan tell an anonymous Demon student to quit their job as a student ambassador for another prep course.

Nathan and Ben insist that aptitude for the LSAT isn’t necessarily a sign that you should become a lawyer.

Student David wants to try Demon Live, but time zone differences would make it difficult for him to attend any of the live classes. Would a Live

LSAT Demon student Rafael fears that he doesn’t have a compelling personal statement topic. He’s a senior in college with limited work experience and some

To climb a mountain, first take one step. To score 170, first answer one question. Nathan and Ben tell listener Dom not to let his long-term goals

Listener Finch knows it’s usually bad to apply early decision. But what if the decision came with a scholarship to his top-choice school? Ben and Nathan

Demon student Brandon has his sights set on a top-ten school. He knows it’ll take a lot of work to achieve his target LSAT score, but hard work doesn’t

LSAT Demon student Jacob writes in with a bunch of questions about his LSAT study and law school applications. Ben and Nathan discuss why you shouldn’t

The guys discuss a student's previous law school applications and advice him not to worry about the things he can’t control.

Demon student Kaelan wants to run for office someday and believes that the prestige of an elite law school would be valuable for a career in politics. Is

Former LSAT Demon student Jackson Lanning joins Nathan to discuss his LSAT success story. He scored a 172 after studying with the Demon and will be

New LSAT Demon Live student Stephan asks the guys for advice on how to work live classes into his study routine. Ben and Nathan make their recommendations