Episode Archives

Nathan and Josh praise Susan’s shift from frequent practice tests to timed sections, emphasizing that mastering one question at a time and reviewing

Nathan and Josh tell Carrie not to worry about score variance, since law schools only look at her highest LSAT score. They suggest she focus on accuracy,

Nathan and Josh encourage Luna to retake the LSAT despite her strong 176, emphasizing that a few more points could open doors to top schools and bigger

Ben and Nathan argue the LSAT is easy if approached the right way. It tests reading and reasoning, not speed. They urge students to slow down, focus on

Josh and Nathan respond to John, who began his LSAT journey with an impressive 166 diagnostic, by encouraging him to stick with intuitive practice rather

Josh and Nathan advise “Medicine Matt” to slow down, take a gap year (or more), get legal-adjacent experience in healthcare, and focus on earning a high

Nathan and Ben explain that nearly all LSAT practice questions are real past test questions, so practice tests closely mirror the official exam. The only

Ben and Nathan coach a high-achieving student through the emotional toll of LSAT mistakes, urging a shift from perfectionism to learning. They recommend

Ben and Nathan reassure Evan, a low-income student, that working through college is a strength, not a weakness, in law school admissions. They emphasize

Ben and Nathan explain that LSAT question difficulty levels don’t matter. Students should focus on reading carefully, solving each question accurately,

Ben and Nathan explain why you don’t need diagrams or technical terms to master conditional logic—just focus on intuitively understanding the argument.

Amelia took the LSAT before she was ready and scored below her practice range because she treated the official test differently. Josh and Nathan advise

Ava feels burnt out and unsure whether to postpone her LSAT. Ben and Nathan stress the importance of enjoying the test and letting go of artificial deadlines.

It seems likely that Matt is misreading employment stats for part-time programs. Ben and Nathan clarify how to read 509 reports and red flags to look for

Chloe is worried that taking a summer off to study for the LSAT after graduation might hurt her law school applications due to a short resume gap. Ben and

Dion consistently misses only the hardest LR questions. Josh and Nathan explain that rushing to finish kills accuracy and that slowing down will boost

A student questions whether most of the reading comprehension passage is irrelevant. Josh and Nathan dismantle that myth and explain why understanding

Elena wonders whether to delay law school another year due to a competitive cycle and economic uncertainty. Ben and Nathan explain why you're always in

A student expresses frustration that they have regressed back to the 140s. Ben and Nathan speculate that he is taking practice tests for the sake of

Jack loves English and wants to go to law school. Ben and Nathan say that’s necessary but not sufficient to dive into law school. You need to know what

Nikki decided to apply to law school after a weekend visit with a friend, studied for about six weeks using LSAT Demon while working full-time, and

Ben and Nathan warn against making 70-minute sections a regular habit. Instead, you should practice under real conditions to treat the official test like

Don’t stress as test day gets closer. Stick with the study routine that’s been working and focus on refining your skills, not changing your approach.

Connor joins the show to share how he reached a 176. He explains how his approach transformed over the course of his studies. The strategy that scored him

Nathan and Josh tell Olivia that her triple major and multiple minors won’t impress law schools, and she should focus entirely on raising her GPA by

Nathan and Josh tell Danny that if he wants to break out of the 150s, he needs to stop rushing, slow down, and focus on truly understanding each question,

Ben and Nathan encourage Reagan to pass on the “okay” offer, reapply early next cycle, and see if a few more LSAT points are possible, because better

Hayley, Beth, and Sam share advice on picking a law school once your offers are in Tune in to LSAT Demon Daily episode 1106 for expert LSAT prep

Ben and Nathan emphasize that legal experience is valuable not for admissions, but to help you explore the profession and make informed career decisions

Ben and Nathan explain that while recent updates to the LSAT Demon scholarship estimator may seem discouraging, they’re just rough projections. They urge

Nathan and Josh advise JP to approach Reading Comprehension with the same active, critical mindset used in Logical Reasoning—treating each passage like a

Ben and Nathan explain why students sometimes see repeat questions in LSAT Demon, clarify when and why it’s fine to redo them, and emphasize that the real

Ben and Nathan explain that for Yale, Harvard, and Stanford, the holistic review only matters after you clear the high GPA and LSAT bar—and with Erica’s

Your studying needs to reflect the realities of the official test. Overemphasizing or avoiding section types won’t translate to success on test day.

Nathan and Josh highlight the resources included with a Demon Live account and how to use them effectively.

Ashley is concerned her resume lacks legal experience, but a quick review shows she has strong overall work experience that doesn't require a legal

Your letters of recommendation and personal statements need to reflect your skills. The goal is to demonstrate why you will be a successful law student

Going to a school with strong employment outcomes for the right price can outweigh even the prestige of a T-14 designation.

Specialty programs (like a certificate in aviation law) are marketing ploys that don’t translate to improved employment outcomes.

Getting legal experience isn’t about building a resume. It’s about finding the legal career that you are going to enjoy, if law is right for you at all.

Solving questions, reviewing your mistakes, and using the ask button are the best teachers. Lessons and other Demon resources are there to supplement

When you take an intuitive approach to conditional logic, the questions become straightforward and clear.

The search function, at best, becomes a substitute for understanding that hinders your reading comprehension abilities. At worst, it can throw you off the

When applying as a non-traditional applicant, leverage your personal statement and letters of recommendation as opportunities to highlight your

Madison wants to know how to build good habits as she embarks on her LSAT journey. Nathan and Josh assure her that it is easier than she thinks.

Ben and Nathan remind students to take time to exercise, sleep, and spend time with others. Your physical and mental health play a direct role in your

Your undergraduate institution isn’t going to be what holds you back from a T-14. It will be the GPA you earn at that institution. Focus on scoring the

Caleb has increased his accuracy to 95% and wants to know how to push the pace. Josh and Nathan warn him that pushing the pace will pull his score down.

Ben and Nathan advise listeners on a few different strategies as seat deposit deadlines quickly approach.

Nathan and Josh help Hailey handle guessing as time expires on timed sections Tune in to LSAT Demon Daily episode 1084 for expert LSAT prep advice, law

Casper’s undergraduate university didn’t give GPAs. Ben and Nathan assure him that it won’t negatively affect his application but does put an increased

Which LSAT administration is too late in the cycle to adhere to the Demon advice of “apply early and apply broadly?”

Erik wants to attend a T14 school but is worried about his GPA. Josh and Nathan encourage him to get a score high enough on the LSAT to carry the GPA if

Hunter took six months off from the test and feels that he is better at it now than he was before. The guys hypothesize that Hunter’s poor study schedule

Reading comprehension questions are primarily variations of must be true and the answer choices will always be proven by the passage.

A listener wants to leave her Teach For America contract to work as a paralegal before going to law school. Ben and Nathan encourage her to get experience

Taking easy classes to boost your GPA is a savvy move that can increase your scholarship chances Tune in to LSAT Demon Daily episode 1077 for expert

While there may be a point of diminishing returns, there is rarely a downside in choosing to retake the LSAT if you believe you can get a higher score.

Adele has backed herself into a corner due to her academic history and geographic limitations for law school. Ben and Nathan offer her a straightforward

An article sent in by listener Elijah highlights how the scholarship game draws a sharp line between the haves and have-nots. Ben and Nathan remind

A student has exhausted all their LSAT practice tests and is now reusing them. Ben and Nathan encourage her to continue drilling and reviewing them just

Frank, like a lot of students, is coming to the Demon from another prep company. Nathan and Josh give advice on starting over with the Demon to do the

Craig is unsure whether to prioritize prestige or money when choosing a law school. Ben and Nathan encourage him to take the money!

A student wants to understand the difference between lower-level and higher-level questions Tune in to LSAT Demon Daily episode 1070 for expert LSAT

Don’t negotiate against yourself. You can and should wait to hear all of your options, even when offers come in early.

Ben and Nathan give listeners some insight into the Demon Drilling platform Tune in to LSAT Demon Daily episode 1068 for expert LSAT prep advice, law

Nathan and Ben reassure a student that as she continues to prioritize accuracy, her timed sections scores will inevitably increase.

There isn’t an objective best when it comes to accommodations. They should be according to your individualized needs based on medical advice and your

It doesn’t matter your circumstances, here at the Demon we will always encourage you to go to law school for free, even if that means taking another year

An attitude of swagger is the best game plan for test day curveballs Tune in to LSAT Demon Daily episode 1064 for expert LSAT prep advice, law school

Dallin, a computer science major, wants to learn RC with a similar approach as he took with logic games.

Joshua asks whether it’s worth his time to review questions he gets right Tune in to LSAT Demon Daily episode 1062 for expert LSAT prep advice, law

Ben and Nathan reassure a listener that an above median LSAT can carry your application, even with a less than stellar GPA.

Erik and Nathan explain why LSAT score variance is nothing to be concerned about. They also discuss how to build a resilient mindset that allows you to

A careful approach to LR should leave you feeling energized—not fatigued Tune in to LSAT Demon Daily episode 1059 for expert LSAT prep advice, law

How do you lock in to achieve your best on test day? Treat the official test like any other practice test.

Nathan and Ben help a listener pick a personal statement topic Tune in to LSAT Demon Daily episode 1057 for expert LSAT prep advice, law school

Listener Hayden wonders how much to read into a recent drop in his practice test scores Tune in to LSAT Demon Daily episode 1056 for expert LSAT prep

Listener Jerry aims to work in the federal government. Should he give up his tuition benefits as a Texas resident in order to attend law school in

Nathan and Erik discuss potential reasons why an LSAT student scores better on RC than LR Tune in to LSAT Demon Daily episode 1054 for expert LSAT prep

Too many LSAT students obsess over finding patterns in their mistakes. Nathan and Erik advocate a more focused method of review.

Listening to an LSAT podcast doesn’t count as LSAT study Tune in to LSAT Demon Daily episode 1052 for expert LSAT prep advice, law school admissions

An anonymous listener received an unexpected denial from their local law school. Ben and Nathan suspect that Anonymous raised red flags in their application.

Erik and Nathan discuss the diminishing returns of retaking the LSAT with a score in the mid 170’s Tune in to LSAT Demon Daily episode 1050 for expert

An anonymous listener considers applying early decision to Harvard, Yale, and Stanford. One problem: those schools don’t offer early decision. Nathan and

If you’re short on time at the end of an RC section, should you attempt the fourth passage or double-check the first three? Nathan and Erik advocate a

Listener Nicola shares two lessons that helped them improve their LSAT score by twenty points in eight weeks.

Listener Sterling worries about his admissions chances at the top law schools Tune in to LSAT Demon Daily episode 1046 for expert LSAT prep advice, law

Erik and Nathan advise checking every answer choice—even when the correct answer seems obvious Tune in to LSAT Demon Daily episode 1045 for expert LSAT

Listener Gab wants to apply to law school in the fall of 2025—has she begun her LSAT prep too late? Tune in to LSAT Demon Daily episode 1044 for expert

Nathan and Erik advise listener Jack on how to bounce back from his recent struggles in Logical Reasoning.

Listener Gianni shares how they successfully removed some F’s from their undergrad transcript Tune in to LSAT Demon Daily episode 1042 for expert LSAT

Erik and Nathan explain why it’s simpler than you might think to predict answers in Reading Comprehension.

Nathan and Erik explain why most applicants shouldn’t apply to law school early decision Tune in to LSAT Demon Daily episode 1040 for expert LSAT prep

Nathan and Ben explain what they really mean when they tell students to slow down in Reading Comprehension.

Scoring well on the LSAT doesn’t mean that you should go to law school. Take it from Nathan: He scored 179 and hated law school.

Listener Jess considers attending law school part-time while working a nine-to-five job Tune in to LSAT Demon Daily episode 1037 for expert LSAT prep

Nathan and Ben advise an anonymous listener not to fixate on their timed section scores Tune in to LSAT Demon Daily episode 1036 for expert LSAT prep

LSAT Demon head teacher Matt joins Erik to share his LSAT and law school success story Tune in to LSAT Demon Daily episode 1035 for expert LSAT prep

Nathan and Erik answer a high schooler’s questions about the LSAT and law school admissions Tune in to LSAT Demon Daily episode 1034 for expert LSAT