The Raising The Five Percent Pod, Episode 1

In this inaugural episode of the Raising the 5% Podcast, hosts Maydrian Lowe and Maia Young introduce their vision for the podcast, which aims to provide resources and support for Black pre-law students and aspiring attorneys. They share their personal journeys through law school, the challenges they faced, and the importance of community and mentorship. The conversation emphasizes the need for clarity in one's motivations for pursuing a legal career and the realities of law school costs. The hosts also discuss their commitment to creating accessible resources for future lawyers and the significance of keeping clients at the forefront of legal practice.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Raising the 5% Podcast01:56 The Vision Behind Raising the 5%04:51 Building a Friendship Through Activism09:24 The Journey Through Law School14:31 Creating Resources for Future Black Lawyers19:38 Navigating the Legal Field as Black Professionals24:58 The Journey to Law School27:45 The Reality of Law School Life30:15 Understanding the Law School Experience32:19 Interviewing Future Lawyers37:26 Regrets and Reflections43:39 The Importance of Intentions48:26 Choosing the Legal Profession