How to Get Away With a JD
by Phelan Simpkins
Produced by ATG Media. HTGAWJD discusses the trials, tribulations, and fun that is had while being in law school and in practice. It also discusses the application process for prospective JD Candidates by highlighting how to stand out as an applicant and being more than your LSAT score. The episodes are satirical, but intentional and transparent in the messages conveyed. I do not hold myself out to be an expert, rather offering advice from a current law student’s perspective. Check me and my guest out! Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/htgawjd/support
Episodes
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HTGAWJD
If it looks like it's a blur, it's because it is. 3 years later, and through every high and low I made it to the end. Some ask how did you do it? What's the secret? Honestly, I could only tell you my story in hopes you learn something to create your own. Join me for the season 2 finale of…
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How To Finance a JD
Scholarships, loans, debt; oh my! If you are wondering how to start the processing of financing your JD, or like myself, at the end of the road and worried about paying back your debts, this episode is for you. Join us this week as we talk to Andrew Babitz, JD about making the smart decisions to...
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Harvard
We are kicking off the end of season 2 with some elite stuff, and by elite we mean HARVARD! Yes, that's right, join our conversation with Andrew Gonzales as we talk about his experience at the premiere law school, and his journey to the end of the road. Be sure to like, comment, and subscribe to...
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Part-Time?
Not everyone can afford to go to law school full-time. Whether it's because you have a family, need to keep your job, or simply life; there is an option for you. While not every school offers a part-time day or evening program, they do dome with their good, bad, and ugly. Join us this week with...
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JD Advantage
A JD is one of the most malleable degrees you can have, but how do you leverage it for opportunities? Most students don't know that there are many career paths open to you outside of the "traditional" legal job. Join us this week as we break apart the advantages having a JD and how to leverage…
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Secure the Bag
A delay is not a denial, and boy oh boy will those denials come. With the pandemic in full swing things look different for students applying for jobs and now more than ever you need to stand out from the pack. Join us this week for tips on how to conquer OZI Season from the resume and cover…
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Legally [Black]
"The tea is hot on this one." Unlike Elle Woods, the one thing standing in our way is . . . our skin? There are many factors to consider in the journey to JD and Esquire, but how many people can say their skin is a barrier for success? Be sure to like, comment, and subscribe to not miss anymore…
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Pick Me. Choose Me. Mentor Me?
Okay here it is. Your choice. Either learn from my mistakes or keep reinventing the wheel. Trust me, you don't want the latter. It's hard to put yourself out there and sometimes you don't know where to start. Let me help with some simple tips on how to find and nurture a mentee/mentor…
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I Just Want To Be Successful
"I want the money, money and the cars, cars and the clothes. . .I just want to be successful," or whatever Trey Songz said. Whatever your reason is for going on this journey, success is measured in many different ways and comes in a variety of forms but what does it mean to be successful in the...
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Motivate
It's the season premiere of HTGAWJD and in the words of J.Cole, "motivate, motivate (get money)." Jada has the red table, well I got this tan couch and I'm sitting down on this season premiere to get real about my journey to and in law school. Be sure to like, comment, and subscribe to not miss...
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Season 2 Announcement
We are back and better! That's right HTGAWJD is coming back for a season 2 starting this fall and we want to hear from you. Send us episode topics, listener letters and more to [email protected] and don't forget to follow us on Instagram @HTGAWJD. We want to continue to build the...
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What I Wish I Knew Before Starting Law School
Being a first generation college student, in addition to taking some time off, there are a ton of things I I wish I knew before I started this journey. So I gathered some friends to discuss some of the things we wish we knew from taking the LSAT all the way to walking in orientation. Check the...
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Imposter Syndrome
"How did you get here? You're really not supposed to be here!" Sometimes we are our own worst enemies, telling ourselves what we can and can't do and trying our best to "fit in" without being exposed. Check out this episode as we dive into what imposter syndrome is at high-level and share our...
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Microaggressions
Let's be clear, we are not your negro and it's becoming quite exhausting explaining that. Check out this weeks episode as we discuss our experience navigating the microaggressions we have faced in our law school journeys and how we have balanced our reactions and inactions. Be sure to like,...
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Gap Year?
Harvard says more than 80% of the most recent incoming JD class has taken a gap year before law school, and more than 60% has at least two years out of school, but is it right for you? Check out this weeks episode as we discuss our time away from school and what we did and wished we did...
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Love Yourself (Tips on Self-Care)
This journey can push you past your limits and sometimes it can be easy to forget to take care of what's most important. Check out this episode as we explore some helpful tips to taking care of yourself while journeying through law school. ***We apologize for the technical glitch via Zoom on this...
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Big Law or Bust?
Thinking of going "big law?" On the fence about what path is right for you? Not even sure what "big law" is? Check out this weeks episode as we play myth busters to dispel some rumors and give you something to think about. To be featured as a listener letter send your questions, comments, etc. to...
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Zoom University
How has the transition to Zoom University been, you ask? Well let's just say some of us are handling it much better than others. Check out the latest episode of HTGAWJD as my guest and I discuss our transfers and how this may effect the future landscape of the legal profession.
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#LawyerBae
#LawyerBae is a lot more work than one may think. On this episode, we have several special guest to discuss the highs and lows of dating someone in law school and how to best support each other through the journey.
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So You Want To Go To Law School?
On this episode of HTGAWJD, the Assistant Dean of Admissions and Financial Aid at The University of Missouri, JR Swanegan, came to give insight on what schools look for in their applicants. We had a great discussion on how to endure during the application process by examining our personal journeys.
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The Paper Chase
Whew chile the ghetto! Welcome to the first episode of #HTGAWJD. We have special guest Trevor Woodland, a 1L at the University of Missouri with us and we are diving straight into the struggles that come with being in law school. Join us as we explore Trevor's journey and what has kept him holding...
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How To Get Away With a JD (HTGAWJD) Teaser
It's your boy Oliver Pope and I am bringing you an all new interactive experience on what it's truly like to be a law student. This podcast will focus on pre-law and law students all the way to my practitioners. We want to have an open and honest dialogue while building a community. If you have...
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About this show
Produced by ATG Media. HTGAWJD discusses the trials, tribulations, and fun that is had while being in law school and in practice. It also discusses the application process for prospective JD Candidates by highlighting how to stand out as an applicant and being more than your LSAT score. The episodes are satirical, but intentional and transparent in the messages conveyed. I do not hold myself out to be an expert, rather offering advice from a current law student’s perspective. Check me and my guest out! Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/htgawjd/support
Hosted by
Phelan Simpkins