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Level Up Your Bar Exam Preparation in June for Success in July

The Extra Mile Podcast for Bar Exam Takers

Release Date: 06/06/2024

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...

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...

MPRE Review - What You Must Know To Pass

The Extra Mile Podcast for Bar Exam Takers

Mastering the MPRE: Essential Strategies and Ethics Deep Dive for Future Lawyers In this comprehensive episode, we break down everything you need to know about the Multistate Professional Responsibility Examination (MPRE). We cover major topics such as the regulation of the legal profession, unauthorized practice of law, client-lawyer relationships, conflicts of interest, and judicial ethics. We dive into practical scenarios, using real examples and practice questions from Celebration Bar Review materials to illustrate how ethical principles apply in real-world situations. Whether you're...

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...

Conquering MBE Contracts: Strategies and Insights

The Extra Mile Podcast for Bar Exam Takers

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...

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...

Bar Exam Prep: Tackling Tricky Evidence Questions

The Extra Mile Podcast for Bar Exam Takers

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...

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...

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...

Selective Intuition: Trusting Your Instincts on the MBE

The Extra Mile Podcast for Bar Exam Takers

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...

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Navigating Bar Exam Prep in June: Key Insights and Announcements

In this episode, hosts Jackson, Tracey, and Amanda discuss the quick arrival of June and its impact on bar exam preparation. They address the importance of acknowledging that ample time remains for effective study. The script highlights recent notable mentions for the 'Extra Mile' podcast, Illinois’s decision to adopt the Next Gen bar exam by July 2028, and the ongoing uncertainties with other states.

Emphasis is placed on utilizing all available resources like coaching programs, Level Up Day, and the five-for-five coaching offers. The session covers common student concerns including study schedules, the necessity of comprehensive reading, and effective time management.

The episode concludes by discussing personalized study approaches, using lunchbox analogies, to encourage tailored and resourceful study habits.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

00:13 Time Management and Exam Preparation

01:13 Celebration Bar Review Announcements

02:38 Illinois Joins Next Gen Exam

05:54 Essay and Performance Test Updates

09:23 Level Up Day and Coaching Offers

18:54 Taming Your Inner Critic

21:12 Upcoming Program Announcement

21:25 Student Questions: Essay Sections

23:28 Study Hours for Bar Review

25:51 Effective Study Strategies