The Bar Exam Toolbox Podcast: Pass the Bar Exam with Less Stress

The Bar Exam Toolbox Podcast: Pass the Bar Exam with Less Stress

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8 minutes 26 seconds

288: Summary of Real Property Topics (Part 2)
Welcome back to the Bar Exam Toolbox podcast! Today, we're continuing our overview of key Real Property topics from our "Listen and Learn" series. In this episode, we're focusing on property regulation and transfer.

In this episode, we discuss:
- Zoning ordinances and variances
- The three types of recording statutes
- Overview of adverse possession
- Constructive eviction in landlord/tenant law
- Examples illustrating the above concepts
- How the Real Property topics interrelate on an exam
Resources:
Download the Transcript (https://barexamtoolbox.com/episode-288-summary-of-real-property-topics-part-2/)

If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/bar-exam-toolbox-podcast-pass-bar-exam-less-stress/id1370651486) 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 Bar Exam Toolbox website (https://barexamtoolbox.com/contact-us/). Finally, if you don't want to miss anything, you can sign up for podcast updates (https://barexamtoolbox.com/get-bar-exam-toolbox-podcast-updates/)!

Thanks for listening!

Alison & Lee
11 November 2024, 10:00 am
8 minutes 18 seconds

287: Summary of Real Property Topics (Part 1)
Welcome back to the Bar Exam Toolbox podcast! Today, we're taking a bird's eye view of some key Real Property topics we've covered in our "Listen and Learn" series. Specifically, we're focusing on property ownership and interests. Next week, we'll discuss property regulation and transfer.

In this episode, we discuss:
- Concurrent estates
- Present and future estates
- Defeasible fees
- Non-possessory interests (easements and covenants)
- Examples illustrating the above concepts
Resources:
Download the Transcript (https://barexamtoolbox.com/episode-287-summary-of-real-property-topics-part-1/)

If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/bar-exam-toolbox-podcast-pass-bar-exam-less-stress/id1370651486) 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 Bar Exam Toolbox website (https://barexamtoolbox.com/contact-us/). Finally, if you don't want to miss anything, you can sign up for podcast updates (https://barexamtoolbox.com/get-bar-exam-toolbox-podcast-updates/)!

Thanks for listening!

Alison & Lee
4 November 2024, 9:00 am
13 minutes 26 seconds

286: Listen and Learn -- Conclusory Pleadings Under Rule 12(b)(6) (Civ Pro)
Welcome back to the Bar Exam Toolbox podcast! Today, as part of our "Listen and Learn" series, we're discussing a topic from Civil Procedure – specifically, when is a pleading conclusory under the Twombly/Iqbal standard for assessing Rule 12(b)(6) motions to dismiss.

In this episode, we discuss:
- Overview of Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 12(b)(6)
- Legal conclusions vs. factual allegations
- Analysis of a hypothetical case involving motions to dismiss
Resources:
Download the Transcript (https://barexamtoolbox.com/episode-286-listen-and-learn-conclusory-pleadings-under-rule-12b6-civ-pro/)

If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/bar-exam-toolbox-podcast-pass-bar-exam-less-stress/id1370651486) 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 Bar Exam Toolbox website (https://barexamtoolbox.com/contact-us/). Finally, if you don't want to miss anything, you can sign up for podcast updates (https://barexamtoolbox.com/get-bar-exam-toolbox-podcast-updates/)!

Thanks for listening!

Alison & Lee
28 October 2024, 9:00 am
20 minutes 49 seconds

285: Reflections from a California Bar Exam Grader – Part 2 (w/Jennifer Barry)
Welcome back to the Bar Exam Toolbox podcast! Today we're sharing Part 2 of our conversation with Jennifer Barry -- a tutor on the Bar Exam Toolbox team who's a former California bar exam grader. This time, we're focusing on avoiding common mistakes that examinees make.

In this episode, we discuss:
- Common mistakes that bar examinees make
- Handwriting vs. typing your exam answers
- Following directions and avoiding pitfalls
- How has the bar exam changed over the years?
- Can a grader tell if you've used accommodations on the exam?
Resources:
Download the Transcript (https://barexamtoolbox.com/episode-285-reflections-from-a-california-bar-exam-grader-part-2-w-jennifer-barry/)

If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/bar-exam-toolbox-podcast-pass-bar-exam-less-stress/id1370651486) 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 Bar Exam Toolbox website (https://barexamtoolbox.com/contact-us/). Finally, if you don't want to miss anything, you can sign up for podcast updates (https://barexamtoolbox.com/get-bar-exam-toolbox-podcast-updates/)!

Thanks for listening!

Alison & Lee
21 October 2024, 9:00 am
24 minutes 12 seconds

284: Reflections from a California Bar Grader – Part 1 (w/Jennifer Barry)
Welcome back to the Bar Exam Toolbox podcast! Have you ever wondered what it's like to be a California bar exam grader? Today we have Jennifer Barry -- a member of the Bar Exam Toolbox team and a former California bar grader -- to shed some light on the bar exam evaluation process and what graders are looking for in essay answers.

In this episode, we discuss:
- Jennifer's background and how she became a bar grader
- Insights on how the bar grading process works in California
- How to make the grader's job easier and get the most points possible
- What to do if you draw a blank on the exam
- Common misconceptions people have about bar graders and the grading process
- How bar graders ensure consistency and fairness
Resources:
Download the Transcript (https://barexamtoolbox.com/episode-284-reflections-from-a-california-bar-grader-part-1-w-jennifer-barry/)

If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/bar-exam-toolbox-podcast-pass-bar-exam-less-stress/id1370651486) 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 Bar Exam Toolbox website (https://barexamtoolbox.com/contact-us/). Finally, if you don't want to miss anything, you can sign up for podcast updates (https://barexamtoolbox.com/get-bar-exam-toolbox-podcast-updates/)!

Thanks for listening!

Alison & Lee
14 October 2024, 9:00 am
9 minutes 16 seconds

283: Quick Tips -- Bar Exam Pre-Logistics
Welcome back to the Bar Exam Toolbox podcast! In this episode of our "Quick Tips" series, we have a bar exam survival kit, consisting of five important things to think about while preparing to sit for an exam administration.

In this episode, we discuss:
- Deciding when and where to sit for the bar exam
- Knowing your jurisdiction
- Doing thorough research
- Taking note of all the deadlines
- The MPRE and character and fitness requirement
Resources:
Download the Transcript (https://barexamtoolbox.com/episode-283-quick-tips-bar-exam-pre-logistics/)

If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/bar-exam-toolbox-podcast-pass-bar-exam-less-stress/id1370651486) 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 Bar Exam Toolbox website (https://barexamtoolbox.com/contact-us/). Finally, if you don't want to miss anything, you can sign up for podcast updates (https://barexamtoolbox.com/get-bar-exam-toolbox-podcast-updates/)!

Thanks for listening!

Alison & Lee
7 October 2024, 9:00 am
47 minutes 45 seconds

282: The Most Common Reasons People Fail the Bar Exam (w/Ryan Gurson from Themis)
Welcome back to the Bar Exam Toolbox podcast! Today, we're speaking with guest Ryan Gurson -- attorney and Southeast Regional Director for Themis Bar Review. We're discussing preparation strategies for the bar exam, emphasizing the importance of comprehensive course completion, effective practice, and avoiding common pitfalls that lead to failing the exam.

Note: This episode is sponsored by Themis Bar Review – the gold standard in bar exam preparation. Get any 2025 Themis Bar Review course for just $1,695 – the year's lowest price – using the code BAREXAMTB1200 at checkout. (This offer is valid until October 31st, 2024.)

In this episode, we discuss:
- What are the three most common reasons students fail the bar exam?
- Misconceptions about studying for the bar that might lead to failure
- What role does time management play in bar exam success or failure?
- Avoiding stress, anxiety, and burnout during bar prep
- How your study routine changes if you're using accommodations on the exam
- How to use the Themis Bar Review program in the most effective way
Resources:
Download the Transcript (https://barexamtoolbox.com/episode-282-the-most-common-reasons-people-fail-the-bar-exam-w-ryan-gurson-from-themis/)

If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/bar-exam-toolbox-podcast-pass-bar-exam-less-stress/id1370651486) 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 Bar Exam Toolbox website (https://barexamtoolbox.com/contact-us/). Finally, if you don't want to miss anything, you can sign up for podcast updates (https://barexamtoolbox.com/get-bar-exam-toolbox-podcast-updates/)!

Thanks for listening!

Alison & Lee
30 September 2024, 9:00 am
20 minutes 21 seconds

281: Why Do People Fail the Bar Exam? BET Tutors Weigh In (Part 2)
Welcome back to the Bar Exam Toolbox podcast! What are the most common reasons people fail the bar exam? Today, two more of our Bar Exam Toolbox tutors (Nicola and Tina) join us to share their perspectives on this topic.

In this episode, we discuss:
- The most common reasons for failing the bar exam
- What is the most important thing someone should consider when re-taking the bar?
- What is the one thing our tutors find themselves saying over and over again to students?
- Coping mechanisms and mental preparation
Resources:
Download the Transcript (https://barexamtoolbox.com/episode-281-why-do-people-fail-the-bar-exam-bet-tutors-weigh-in-part-2/)

If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/bar-exam-toolbox-podcast-pass-bar-exam-less-stress/id1370651486) 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 Bar Exam Toolbox website (https://barexamtoolbox.com/contact-us/). Finally, if you don't want to miss anything, you can sign up for podcast updates (https://barexamtoolbox.com/get-bar-exam-toolbox-podcast-updates/)!

Thanks for listening!

Alison & Lee
23 September 2024, 9:00 am
16 minutes 59 seconds

Update 1: The "California Bar Exam Experiment"
Welcome back to the Bar Exam Toolbox podcast! Today we are sharing some updates that have recently come from the California Bar, as we're watching how the new bar exam will be launched in February 2025, in partnership with Kaplan.

In this episode, we discuss:
- What is the "California Bar Exam Experiment"?
- How can you participate in the experiment?
- Timeline of the new California bar exam
- Upcoming changes in the exam format
Resources:
Download the Transcript (https://barexamtoolbox.com/the-california-bar-exam-experiment/)

If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/bar-exam-toolbox-podcast-pass-bar-exam-less-stress/id1370651486) 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 Bar Exam Toolbox website (https://barexamtoolbox.com/contact-us/). Finally, if you don't want to miss anything, you can sign up for podcast updates (https://barexamtoolbox.com/get-bar-exam-toolbox-podcast-updates/)!

Thanks for listening!

Alison & Lee
21 September 2024, 9:00 am
27 minutes 6 seconds

280: Why Do People Fail the Bar Exam? BET Tutors Weigh In (Part 1)
Welcome back to the Bar Exam Toolbox podcast! What are the most common reasons people fail the bar exam? Today, two of our Bar Exam Toolbox tutors (Hoang and Adam) join us to share their perspectives on this topic.

In this episode, we discuss:
- The most common reasons for failing the bar exam
- What is the most important thing someone should consider when re-taking the bar?
- What is the one thing our tutors find themselves saying over and over again to students?
- Coping mechanisms and mental preparation
Resources:
Download the Transcript (https://barexamtoolbox.com/episode-280-why-do-people-fail-the-bar-exam-bet-tutors-weigh-in-part-1/)

If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/bar-exam-toolbox-podcast-pass-bar-exam-less-stress/id1370651486) 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 Bar Exam Toolbox website (https://barexamtoolbox.com/contact-us/). Finally, if you don't want to miss anything, you can sign up for podcast updates (https://barexamtoolbox.com/get-bar-exam-toolbox-podcast-updates/)!

Thanks for listening!

Alison & Lee
16 September 2024, 9:00 am
18 minutes 29 seconds

279: Quick Tips -- Retaking the Bar Exam After Failing
Welcome back to the Bar Exam Toolbox podcast! Today, we're discussing how to approach preparing to retake the bar after failing the first time, or even multiple times. We talk about some common reasons why people fail the bar exam, and share tips on how to avoid study habits that generally do not serve students well.

In this episode, we discuss:
- Using past exam results for feedback
- Evaluating and improving study habits
- Common mistakes during bar prep and how to avoid them
- When to start doing practice questions
- Writing strong legal analysis
Resources:
Download the Transcript (https://barexamtoolbox.com/episode-279-quick-tips-retaking-the-bar-exam-after-failing/)

If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/bar-exam-toolbox-podcast-pass-bar-exam-less-stress/id1370651486) 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 Bar Exam Toolbox website (https://barexamtoolbox.com/contact-us/). Finally, if you don't want to miss anything, you can sign up for podcast updates (https://barexamtoolbox.com/get-bar-exam-toolbox-podcast-updates/)!

Thanks for listening!

Alison & Lee
9 September 2024, 9:00 am
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