Feeling burned out right before test day? In this episode, Alex and Bailey tackle a question from Sharon, who's been studying for six months and has hit her target score on multiple practice tests but is battling mental fatigue with the April LSAT just days away. The hosts share practical advice on what to do (and what not to do) in the final stretch, including how to structure light study sessions, when to stop taking full practice tests, and why this last week is more about protecting your score than improving it. Bailey also shares a candid look back at her own LSAT journey and the lessons she learned the hard way across four attempts.

Just finished the LSAT core curriculum and frustrated that your Reading Comprehension timing isn't where you want it yet?

Alex tackles a question from Zach, who's been drilling for a few weeks but can't hit the 8:45-per-passage average. Alex's honest answer: it's going to take time, and that's completely normal. No gimmicks, no shortcuts, just the reassurance that consistent daily practice is the only thing that actually works.

If you've ever felt behind on your LSAT prep timeline, this one's for you.

Perfectionism can be your biggest enemy on the LSAT. In this episode, Alex tackles a question from listener Mia about how to handle frustration and discouragement when missing questions during study sessions. Alex shares a personal story from his own LSAT experience and explains why the perfectionist mindset, while it may have served you in other areas of life, can actively hurt your score. The key mindset shift: a wrong answer isn't a setback, it's one of the most valuable learning opportunities in your prep. Tune in for practical perspective on how to build resilience, stay focused on the bigger picture, and turn every mistake into forward momentum on your path to law school.

Waitlists are longer than ever this cycle, and Ethan and Alex explain exactly why, from yield protection to the new reality of private loan financing. Ethan, who got off the Yale Law School waitlist himself, shares a practical step-by-step guide to writing a Letter of Continued Interest that actually works: what to say, what's too long, how to add new information without contradicting your original application, and why honesty is always the right strategy. Whether you're on a waitlist right now or planning ahead for next cycle, this one's worth a listen.

Lydia spent two months studying 6 hours a day — core curriculum, live classes, drilling — and her score didn't budge. Alex explains why a flat score isn't a sign of failure, how to structure your study schedule at different stages of prep, and why blind review scores matter more than your PT score right now. If you're feeling stuck or discouraged, this one's for you.

Struggling with Reading Comprehension—even when you understand the passage? In this episode, Alex breaks down one of the most frustrating RC problems: answer choices that all look the same.

If you’ve ever been stuck between two “jargony” answers or felt lost on inference questions, this is for you.

We cover:

1. Why understanding the passage is already most of the battle
2. How to attack confusing, abstract answer choices
3. The “disqualifier” method for eliminating wrong answers fast
4. What to do when you’re stuck between two nearly identical choices
5. How to approach inference questions with confidence

The big takeaway: your job isn’t to find the right answer—it’s to kill the wrong ones. If RC feels overwhelming, this episode will simplify your process and help you focus only on what actually matters.

You only have two chances to take the LSAT: June or October. What do you do if you’re not ready yet?

In this episode, we break down a real scenario from an international student who doesn’t have the flexibility of U.S. test dates. With limited LSAT administrations available, the usual advice—“wait until you’re ready”—gets a lot more complicated.

📌 We cover:

1. How to approach the LSAT when you only have two test dates
2. Whether you should take the June exam below your goal score
3. Why having a “backup test” matters even more internationally
4. What to do if you’re still in the 150s with a 165 goal
5. When it might actually make sense to take the test early
6. If you’re studying part-time, working full-time, or dealing with limited LSAT availability, this episode will help you make the call.

A full-time teacher. Weekend studying. Mid-160s. A 171 goal. So… should you take the LSAT in June, or wait until August?

In this episode, we break down one of the most common (and misunderstood) decisions LSAT students face: timing your test. We explain why June vs August doesn’t actually affect your application timeline, when it does make sense to wait, and how an extra 2–3 months can impact both your score and your scholarships. If you’re balancing a busy schedule and wondering whether you’re “ready,” this episode is for you.

📌 Topics covered:

1. Does taking the LSAT earlier help admissions?
2. When to delay your test (and when not to)
3. Why more time = more points (usually)
4. How to structure studying with limited time
5. The smart way to plan multiple test attempts

Have a question? Drop it in the comments—we’re pulling questions from YouTube.

Big announcement: the podcast is expanding beyond just the LSAT.

In this episode, we introduce Ethan from the 7Sage admissions team and start zooming out to the bigger picture—law school, applications, and what comes after the test. Ethan shares his path from philosophy major to Yale Law, what actually matters in LSAT prep (hint: consistency > grinding), and why starting too early can backfire.

We also get into:

1. Why reading matters way more than you think (and how to actually build that habit)
2. The biggest mistakes students make with LSAT timelines
3. What law schools are really looking for in your application
4. How to approach your personal statement without forcing a “hook”
5. Why your story is harder to see from the inside—and how to fix that

If you’re deep in LSAT prep or starting to think about applications, this episode is your reminder that the test is just one part of a much bigger journey.

And yes—we’re keeping the LSAT front and center. Don’t worry.

Scoring in the high 160s but stuck just short of the 170s? This episode breaks down one of the most common frustrations we hear: getting down to two answer choices… and picking the wrong one.

Alex and Bailey explain why that pattern isn’t actually the problem—and what you should be focusing on instead. They walk through how to identify real weaknesses, how to stop talking yourself into wrong answers, and how to make better decisions under pressure on test day.

If you’re aiming to close that final gap into the 170s, this is the mindset shift you need.

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