Navigating Upcoming Bar Exam Changes and Preparation Strategies
The Extra Mile Podcast for Bar Exam Takers
Release Date: 05/24/2024
Maya from Sesame: Transforming Bar Review with AI
The Extra Mile Podcast for Bar Exam Takers
Revolutionizing Bar Exam Prep with AI: A Conversation with Maya from Sesame In this unprecedented episode of the Extra Mile podcast for Bar Exam Takers, host Jackson Mumey introduces Maya, an AI representative from Sesame. Together, they discuss the groundbreaking AI Accelerator for bar exam preparation developed by Celebration Bar Review. This episode explores how AI tools, such as specially curated notebooks, AI-generated feedback, and AI Subject Tutors, are transforming the traditional bar exam study paradigm, reducing preparation time from 500-750 hours to just 100-150 hours. The...
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Navigating Bar Exam Retakes and Emotional Upsets
The Extra Mile Podcast for Bar Exam Takers
In this session from November 13th, Tracey and Jackson discuss the next steps for students preparing for the February 2025 Bar Exam following the release of July 2024 results. They outline the importance of starting preparation early, especially with the distractions of the holiday season approaching. They talk about the shifting landscape with California's new testing format, emphasize the need for setting realistic study goals, and discuss the benefits of coaching and accountability partners. Tracey offers insights into controlling factors within one's grasp and minimizing...
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MPRE Review - What You Must Know To Pass
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Overcoming Bar Exam Failure: A Guide for Repeat Takers
The Extra Mile Podcast for Bar Exam Takers
Keys to Success: Navigating Bar Exam Challenges for Repeat Takers In this episode, we delve into comprehensive strategies for those retaking the Bar Exam, featuring insights from Celebration Bar Review's 'Overcoming Bar Exam Failure' ebook. The episode addresses overcoming mental and physical burnout, mastering time management, and breaking negative self-talk cycles. We showcase the importance of personalized mentorship and group coaching, offering tailored guidance and emotional support. Additional topics include identifying strengths and weaknesses, mastering the MBE, jurisdiction-specific...
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Conquering MBE Contracts: Strategies and Insights
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Mastering Contracts and Sales for the MBE with Celebration Bar Review This comprehensive episode discusses Celebration Bar Review's methodology for mastering contracts and sales for the Multistate Bar Examination (MBE). It begins with foundational concepts such as offer, acceptance, and consideration, and navigates through key legal principles like promissory estoppel, statute of frauds, and unconscionability. It examines anticipatory repudiation, third-party beneficiaries, assignments, and delegations, leading to a detailed exploration of the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) Article 2, which...
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Halloween, Elections, and Bar Exams: A Busy October
The Extra Mile Podcast for Bar Exam Takers
In this comprehensive episode, we explore key updates and strategies for bar exam preparation, with a focus on recent results, changes to future exams, and valuable resources. Highlights include New York’s Bar Exam results, the significant overhaul of the California Bar Exam for February 2025, and the introduction of a new ebook designed for repeat takers. We discuss the importance of early and focused preparation, breaking down the emotional, mental, and physical challenges faced by retakers. New AI-driven deep dive podcasts and effective use of mind maps are also...
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Bar Exam Prep: Tackling Tricky Evidence Questions
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Mastering Evidence Law: Comprehensive Insights with Celebration Bar Review In this enriching episode, the hosts delve into critical aspects of evidence law as featured on the Multistate Bar Examination (MBE). They cover essential topics such as relevancy, materiality, competency, hearsay, privileges, impeachment, and authentication. Highlighting the importance of understanding how rules apply in real-world scenarios, they emphasize the effectiveness of Celebration Bar Review's materials in simplifying complex legal principles. The discussion includes expert witness qualifications, judicial...
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Revolutionizing Bar Prep: The Celebration Bar Review Approach
The Extra Mile Podcast for Bar Exam Takers
Transformative Bar Prep: Inside Celebration Bar Review In this episode, we explore Celebration Bar Review’s innovative approach to bar exam preparation, tailored for repeat takers, foreign-trained attorneys, and non-traditional law students. The program's distinctive four-step method—Destination, Responsibility, Collaboration, and Movement—focuses on personalized strategies, community support, and practical application. Highlighting success stories like Cynthia's and Alex's, we demonstrate the program's effectiveness in fostering skills and confidence through the Fact Law Application...
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Beyond Failure: Strategies for Bar Exam Success
The Extra Mile Podcast for Bar Exam Takers
Bouncing Back: Overcoming Bar Exam Failure with Jackson Mumey In this episode of the Deep Dive, we explore the emotional and practical strategies for overcoming Bar Exam failure, especially for repeat takers, with insights from Jackson Mumey, founder of Celebration Bar Review. Mumey emphasizes the importance of acknowledging and grieving the emotional impact of failing, self-forgiveness, and a success-based approach to build confidence. He also debunks common myths about study time and advocates for efficient and targeted learning techniques. This episode offers a unique perspective on...
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Selective Intuition: Trusting Your Instincts on the MBE
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The next episode in our Deep Dive Series considers the study technique of Selective Intuition™ This episode explores an unconventional approach to preparing for the MBE section of the Bar Exam by integrating intuition with traditional studying. The discussion departs from merely 'going with your gut' and introduces the concept of 'selective intuition'—a method that involves training your mind to tap into subconscious insights gained from extensive legal learning. The strategy involves shifting mindsets from overanalyzing to trusting initial instincts and practicing mindful...
info_outlineNavigating Upcoming Bar Exam Changes and Preparation Strategies
In this episode, the host and guest experts discuss the rapidly approaching Bar Exam scheduled for July, providing insights and advice on preparation strategies. They emphasize the importance of starting preparations early and staying actively engaged, especially as some students appear to be studying quietly.
The session also covers significant Bar Exam news, including California's proposal to shift to remote testing and its potential implications. The team advises bar takers not to defer the Exam and to prepare for the current testing format.
They introduce a new initiative called 'Level Up Day' set for June 15th, offering focused training sessions to help students hone their skills.
Additionally, the hosts stress the importance of maintaining an organized workspace and using breaks like Memorial Day effectively to balance study and personal time.
00:00 Opening Greetings and Introduction
00:12 Countdown to the July Exam: A Call to Action
01:18 Leveraging Group Coaching and Resources
01:52 Bar Exam News and Updates
02:36 The California Bar Exam Dilemma
07:26 Implications for Bar Takers in California and Beyond
11:12 The Future of Bar Exams: A Changing Landscape
16:16 Advice for Prospective Bar Exam Takers
18:45 Thoughts and Encouragement
19:04 Level Up Day: A Unique Training Opportunity
24:04 The Importance of a Clean Workspace
29:22 Maximizing Study Time During Holidays
33:16 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Deadlines
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