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Character and Fitness Statements (Ep. 1229)

18 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Nate and Ben dive into the best way to handle any character and fitness issues in your law school applications: Talk to your state bar.Read more on ou...

Solving Level 5 RC Questions (Ep. 1228)

17 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Liam is having trouble with level five RC questions. Ben and Nate remind him to slow down and focus on gaining a level five understanding of the passa...

From 156 to 176: Jacob's Success Story (Ep. 1227)

16 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Demon student Jacob shares how the Demon philosophy of giving your best hour of the day to LSAT study helped him improve his score by 20 points.Read m...

Slow and Steady Gets a 170 (Ep. 1226)

14 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Lyla wonders why she isn't making quicker progress in her LSAT study. Ben and Nate tell her there is no secret to make a sudden score jump. Progress c...

Let the Demon Work For You (Ep. 1225)

13 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Nate and Ben tell Demon student Valeria not to overthink question difficulty or type. They tell her the Demon does the work for her and will give her ...

Crushing Law School Admissions (Ep. 1224)

12 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Josh welcomes Autumn Lockett, founder of GradMissions, to the podcast to discuss the reality of law school admissions, bust some myths, and tell stude...

How to Attack LR Questions (Ep. 1223)

11 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Sarah is trying to develop her "skeptical voice" when reading arguments in LR. Ben and Nate tell her to remember 90% of LR arguments are bad...

How to Use the Ask Button (Ep. 1222)

10 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

LSAT Demon team members Billy and Jackson go over how to most effectively utilize one of the Demon's most helpful tools: the Ask Button.Read more on o...

Here's What Separates a 150 and a 170 (Ep. 1221)

09 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Austin wants to know what direction he should take in his LSAT studying. Josh and Nate give him the LSAT Demon not-so-secret sauce: Read, understand, ...

Your Age Doesn't Matter. Your LSAT Does. (Ep. 1220)

07 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Alexandra worries she's running out of time to apply to law school. Josh and Nate tell her law schools don't care how old you are. They care about you...

Your Practice Scores Will Vary (Ep. 1219)

06 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Nate and Josh tell Elena her practice scores will vary and remind her she should only take the LSAT when her practice tests consistently show scores s...

Don't Fear a Gap Year (Ep. 1218)

05 Sep 2025

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Nate and Ben tell Camille to listen to her gut, not her dad, and take a gap year before applying to law school.Registration Deadlines: lsat.link/dates...

You Can't Rush the LSAT (Ep. 1217)

04 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Josh and Nate bring Jesse back down to Earth and remind him you can't rush the LSAT. You have to slow down before you can speed up.Read more on our we...

LSAT and Law School FAQ (Ep. 1216)

03 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ben and Nate tackle three frequently asked questions on whether schools consider only your highest score, LSAC GPA, and when to apply.LSAC transcript ...

Introducing Crushing 1L (Ep. 1215)

02 Sep 2025

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Abhi joins Josh to discuss the Demon's newest offering: Crushing 1L.Crushing 1L

The Peril of Accommodations (Ep. 1214)

31 Aug 2025

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Nate and Josh dissect a Reddit post and issue a PSA: Just because you get accommodations on the LSAT and in law school doesn't mean you will get t...

GPA First, Then LSAT (Ep. 1213)

30 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Nate and Ben tell Paige to cancel her Demon subscription and focus on raising her GPA for the rest of undergrad.Read more on our website. Email daily@...

Should I Apply This Cycle? (Ep. 1212)

29 Aug 2025

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Josh and Nate give Kimberly some well-known Demon wisdom: It never hurts to wait for next cycle.Read more on our website. Email [email protected] wi...

Is it Time to Give Up? (Ep. 1211)

28 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Molly asks if her lack of improvement means it's time to give up on the LSAT. Ben and Nate remind her that growth will come from solving one question ...

Law School Admissions 101 (Ep. 1210)

27 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Demon Team Members Rachel and Tim explain the keys to a successful law school admissions cycle, including getting the best LSAT score you possibly can...

Law School as a Veteran (Ep. 1209)

26 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

LSAT Demon Teacher Abhi, Demon Veteran Liaison Damon, and former Demon student Jasper, all veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces, discuss best practices f...

Scoring 175: Part One (Ep. 1208)

25 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In part one of this series, Josh is joined by Billy and Robert to break down what it takes to score a 175 on the LSAT.Read more on our website. Email ...

Undergraduate Gunner (Ep. 1207)

23 Aug 2025

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Brandon is starting his freshman year of college and wants to maximize his chances of law school admission. Josh and Nate encourage him to begin with ...

Practice Test Rut (Ep. 1206)

22 Aug 2025

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Selena feels that her practice tests are in a rut. Nate and Ben suggest that practice tests have limitations as data points and can obscure actual pro...

Both Early and Broadly (Ep. 1205)

21 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ryan wants to know if he is applying too broadly. Josh and Nate tell him that applying broadly is great, but he should delay a cycle if he wants to fo...

The Road to 170 (Ep. 1204)

20 Aug 2025

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Nate and Josh assure Jacob that with the right attitude and study habits, a 170 is well within his range. Read more on our website. Email daily@lsatd...

Arguments 101 (Ep. 1203)

19 Aug 2025

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Ben and Nate cover the basics of understanding arguments on the LSAT. Read more on our website. Email [email protected] with questions or comments....

Read Each Word (Ep. 1202)

17 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you’re missing problems, you’re not being efficient. True efficiency comes from slowing down and understanding each word. Read more on our webs...

Early Decision Handcuffs (Ep. 1201)

16 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Josie is concerned about her letters of recommendation, but Ben and Nate suggest she should be more worried about her plan to apply early decision.Rea...

Get Paid (Ep. 1200)

15 Aug 2025

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Jayden asks how to speed up his progress. Nate and Josh advise him that the only way to improve is to get paid for the work you do. Read more on our w...

Early Grad Curse? (Ep. 1199)

14 Aug 2025

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Nate and Josh debunk Mich’s worry about an “early grad curse.”Read more on our website. Email [email protected] with questions or comments. W...

From 156 to 174: Nate's Success Story (Ep. 1198)

13 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Demon team member Nate joins Josh to share his LSAT success story. He explains how embracing the Demon’s core principles—and abandoning gimmicks—...

Don't Play Timeline Games (Ep. 1197)

12 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ben and Nathan advise Andrew not to apply in the hopes that schools will consider later scores. Once your application is in, the ball is in their cour...

Trap Answer Debate (Ep. 1196)

10 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Trap answers designed to trick you, or just another definitively wrong choice? Josh and Nate weigh in on the "trap answer" debate. Read more...

Silent and Slow (Ep. 1195)

09 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ally notices her accuracy drops when reading silently. Ben and Nate suggest that reading aloud makes her slow down, and that matching that pace in her...

Your Plan Is the Problem (Ep. 1194)

08 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Eli asks if he should apply before or after the fall semester grades come in. Josh and Nate suggest door number three: neither. Apply after you have t...

Playing a Different Game (Ep. 1193)

07 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Cam is underperforming on official tests. Ben and Nate say that the only explanation is that Cam isn’t treating the official test like another pract...

Zoom In Not Out (Ep. 1192)

06 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you’re too focused on your scores to concentrate on the question in front of you, you’re only making it harder on yourself. Take a day off, the...

From 161 to 177: Matt’s Success Story (Ep. 1191)

05 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Demon Student Matt describes his long-game approach to success. Studying an hour and a half per day, Matt explains how not pushing for a specific time...

Don't Waste Your Rerun (Ep. 1190)

03 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Retaking and reapplying is a chance to submit a stronger LSAT score, a better personal statement, and an improved resume. If you’re focused on doing...

First Section Strategy (Ep. 1189)

02 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Tula struggles with the first section of practice tests and wants to know how to “warm up.” Josh and Nate assure her that a warm-up isn’t necess...

The Why X Trap (Ep. 1188)

01 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Why X essays often carry more risk than upside. If required, keep the essays focused on why you are a good candidate and a good fit for the school. Re...

Trust Your Score (Ep. 1187)

31 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Anna worries about getting yield protected at a mid-ranked “dream” school with a 161 median LSAT. Ben and Nathan say not to worry—schools don’...

Perfect Passages (Ep. 1186)

30 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Andre asks about his extreme RC score swings. Josh and Nathan explain that accuracy—not variance—is the real issue and encourage a perfect-passage...

Undergraduate Work (Ep. 1185)

29 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Undergraduate work makes you a better applicant, but your GPA and LSAT are what get you in the door. Read more on our website. Email daily@lsatdemon....

Solve One Question (Ep. 1184)

27 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Nathan and Josh revisit one of the foundational pieces of Demon advice: solve one question at a time and don't worry about finishing the question....

Parallel Strategies (Ep. 1183)

26 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ben and Nate offer some strategies to help turn Parallel Reasoning questions into your favorite question type. Read more on our website. Email daily@...

Destroy the Argument (Ep. 1182)

25 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Josh and Nate explain how to destroy LSAT arguments. Read more on our website. Email [email protected] with questions or comments. Watch this episo...

From 155 to 171: Ben's Success Story (Ep. 1181)

24 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ben shares how he went from a cold diagnostic of 155 to a 171 on the June LSAT while working full time, running a farm, and studying strategically wit...

Median Misconceptions (Ep. 1180)

23 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A 3.73 GPA isn’t the same as a 3.2—schools care about more than medians, and every point counts in the index. The solution for below-median GPAs? ...

Base Hits Not Homers (Ep. 1179)

22 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Debbie is devastated after scoring 163 again on her second official LSAT, despite PTing in the 170s. Josh and Nate urge her to stop chasing a perfect ...

From 157 to 170: Zoe's Success Story (Ep. 1178)

20 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Zoe shares her LSAT journey from a 157 diagnostic to a 170 official score, then a 169 while teaching at the Demon. She reflects on slowing down, maste...

Protect Your GPA (Ep. 1177)

19 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Eric asks whether to retroactively pass/fail three math courses to raise his GPA, even if it means losing his math minor. Nathan and Josh agree it’s...

The Legacy Lawyer (Ep. 1176)

18 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Carl worries that coming from a family of lawyers might make him seem entitled, but Nathan and Josh reassure him it’s actually a major asset. As lon...

Do Question Types Matter? (Ep. 1175)

17 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

You don’t need to memorize question types to succeed on the LSAT. Focus on careful reading and understanding what each question is actually asking b...

LSAT Growth Mindset (Ep. 1174)

16 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Sarah worries she’s hit an LSAT ceiling and lacks the intuition to break into the 170s. Josh and Nathan urge her to master the easy questions and ex...

From 145 to 176: Elisa's Success Story (Ep. 1173)

15 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Elisa improved her LSAT score from 145 to 176 by slowing down, focusing on understanding, and letting go of bad advice. She took an extra year to appl...

LSAT Shelf Life (Ep. 1172)

13 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Josh and Nate reassure Erik, who wants to take a gap year, that his scores are good for up to at least three years, and most schools accept scores up ...

Reset and Refocus (Ep. 1171)

12 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Mia’s score dropped from the low 170s in practice to a 161 official score. Ben and Nathan explain that smarter review, more drilling, and fewer test...

LSAT vs. GRE (Ep. 1170)

11 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ben and Nathan weigh the pros and cons of taking the GRE versus the LSAT for law school, especially for applicants like Anissa who are stronger in mat...

Default Demon (Ep. 1169)

10 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ben and Nathan advise Isha to stop customizing her drill settings. The default setup ensures a balanced mix of old and recent questions for both drill...

Relatively Flawed (Ep. 1168)

09 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ben and Nathan break down absolute versus relative claims and explain how careful readers accept stated facts while remaining skeptical of any conclus...

Tell a Winning Story (Ep. 1167)

08 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Alyssa asks whether to focus on her personal transformation or a difficult family situation. Ben and Josh choose door number three and urge her to hig...

Don't Double Up (Ep. 1166)

06 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ben and Josh tell Eliza not to bother with a second LSAT writing sample. It adds risk without reward—one is enough unless the first was a disaster.R...

Don't Defer (Ep. 1165)

05 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A listener with a 173 LSAT and a scholarship offer considers deferring law school for a year. Ben and Josh advise reapplying instead, warning that the...

Hardest LSAT Ever? (Ep. 1164)

04 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A listener asks if the June 2025 LSAT was unusually difficult. Ben and Josh explain that test difficulty is subjective, Reddit is unreliable, and focu...

From 152 to 174: Rachel's Success Story (Ep. 1163)

04 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Demon team member Rachel shares how she transitioned from the world of fashion and TV to a 174 LSAT score and a spot at Wake Forest Law. She talks wit...

Time to Try the Demon (Ep. 1162)

02 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A student’s recent LR slump has him doubting his prep. Nathan and Josh urge him to try Demon’s classes for a month to rebuild accuracy and confide...

Scores Follow (Ep. 1161)

01 Jul 2025

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Ibrahim worries about a score drop despite improved accuracy. Ben and Nathan say to stay the course—focus on reviewing mistakes, drilling, and pushi...

Realistic Score Reflection (Ep. 1160)

29 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Mary asks if guessing at the end of a section falsely inflates her score. Nathan and Josh say no—it’s realistic test behavior. Take credit for any...

GPA Redemption (Ep. 1159)

28 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Brandon asks whether he should write a GPA addendum to explain his academic turnaround. Ben and Nathan say yes—keep it short, factual, and focused o...

Legal Career Head Start (Ep. 1158)

27 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ashley worries she’s too old for law school at 30, but Nathan and Josh reassure her she’s right on track—and possibly even ahead.Read more on ou...

Stay Inside the Passage (Ep. 1157)

26 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

LJ wonders if outside knowledge is hurting their LSAT performance. Ben and Nathan explain that such knowledge can aid comprehension, but must never ov...

Keep Your Score (Ep. 1156)

25 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Nathan and Josh warn Grace that canceling is almost never worth it. Law schools only care about your highest score, and multiple cancels look worse th...

When You're Ready (Ep. 1155)

24 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Don’t rush law school. Val should wait to apply until after hitting her goal LSAT score on timed practice tests—no matter the year—and plan to t...

Regional School Reality (Ep. 1154)

22 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Austin asks whether to choose a local school or a higher-ranked one farther away. Nathan and Josh say most law schools are regional, rankings beyond t...

Same Answer, Different Path (Ep. 1153)

21 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It’s fine if your reasoning differs from the explanation—wrong answers can be wrong for multiple reasons. Just make sure your logic holds up, espe...

Highlight Experience (Ep. 1152)

20 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Tasha doesn’t need new accomplishments to reapply—she just needs a higher LSAT score and a refreshed essay focused on her experience.Read more on ...

Military Benefits and Scholarships (Ep. 1151)

19 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A listener asks if being eligible for the GI Bill might reduce his merit aid. Ben and Nathan say it’s possible schools assume GI benefits mean guara...

From 152 to 174: Darren's Success Story (Ep. 1150)

18 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Darren started with a 152 and ended with a 174 after a year of steady, focused LSAT prep. When he prioritized honest review in lieu of gimmicks or sho...

Review Over Reps (Ep. 1149)

17 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Joshua worries about running out of questions before reaching 170+, but Ben and Nathan explain that real progress comes from meaningful review, not vo...

Read the Right Way (Ep. 1148)

15 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ovidia struggles to meaningfully review RC. Nathan and Josh explain it usually comes down to poor passage comprehension. Slow down, read carefully, an...

Debunking LSAT Gimmicks (Ep. 1147)

14 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ben and Nathan advise against using gimmicks to gain an edge on the LSAT. The test consistently measures careful reading and argument understanding, s...

Timeout Tactics (Ep. 1146)

13 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Annika asks how to best use the LSAT’s ten-minute break. Josh and Nathan encourage her not to overthink it—eating, stretching, or meditating are a...

What If Law Isn't It? (Ep. 1145)

12 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Sydney scored in the 170s but is now unsure about law school. Ben and Nathan reassure her that pausing isn’t failure—it’s smart. They suggest ex...

Prepping Post Test Day (Ep. 1144)

11 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

​​Josh and Nathan advise June LSAT takers to keep studying and plan for August, regardless of how the June test felt. Treat every official test li...

From 141 to 172: Jack’s Success Story (Ep. 1143)

10 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Jack, a former professional rugby player, shares how he went from a 141 to a 172 on the LSAT by embracing understanding over speed, committing to cons...

There Is No Finish Line (Ep. 1142)

08 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If your LSAT score is stuck, you’re likely doing too much too fast. Slow down, focus on accuracy, and review every mistake carefully.Read more on ou...

Register When Ready (Ep. 1141)

07 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Preet asks about appealing for a sixth LSAT attempt. Nathan and Josh offer Preet some advice, but suggest that the main takeaway is to wait until your...

LSAC's GPA Game (Ep. 1140)

06 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

​​Caleb’s plan to take pass/fail classes senior year to protect a stellar GPA is smart—so long as LSAC excludes them from GPA calculation. Re...

Don't Look Desperate (Ep. 1139)

05 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Writing too strong of “Why X” essay can hurt your scholarship chances if it reveals desperation or lack of alternative options. Law schools use ev...

The First Hour (Ep. 1138)

04 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Josh and Nathan advise Angelice to begin with one focused, high-quality hour each day. That hour should incorporate a mix of drilling, timed sections,...

The Experimental Trap (Ep. 1137)

03 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The LSAT includes one unscored experimental section that tests future questions—but you can’t identify it, so don’t try. Just do your best on al...

Goal Line Fumble (Ep. 1136)

01 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Haley is crushing the first 15–17 questions of each LR section but stumbles after that, likely due to subtle rushing and a mistaken focus on doing j...

Should I Be A Lawyer? (Ep. 1135)

31 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ben and Nathan encourage Carolyn to keep exploring law with eyes wide open. They admire excellent legal writing and intense work ethic but warn that m...

September Scholarships (Ep. 1134)

30 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Applying early means applying in September with your best LSAT score already on record—rushing the process risks worse scores, weaker offers, and un...

Make Practice More Productive (Ep. 1133)

29 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Nathan and Josh praise Susan’s shift from frequent practice tests to timed sections, emphasizing that mastering one question at a time and reviewing...

Don't Obsess Over Variance (Ep. 1132)

28 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Nathan and Josh tell Carrie not to worry about score variance, since law schools only look at her highest LSAT score. They suggest she focus on accura...

Shoot for 180 (Ep. 1131)

27 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Nathan and Josh encourage Luna to retake the LSAT despite her strong 176, emphasizing that a few more points could open doors to top schools and bigge...

Success Starts With Reading (Ep. 1130)

25 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ben and Nathan argue the LSAT is easy if approached the right way. It tests reading and reasoning, not speed. They urge students to slow down, focus o...