The PowerScore LSAT PodCast
Episodes
February 2026 LSAT Recap
12 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The second, and likely smallest, LSAT of 2026 has wrapped, so it's time to talk specifics! Join Jon as he breaks down the February test—real section...
January 2026 LSAT Recap
14 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
2026 is off to a roaring start with four intense days of January LSAT turmoil: not only was there an challenging mix of new and reused content, but th...
November 2025 LSAT Recap
12 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
After five long days, the final LSAT of 2025 has mercifully ended, and Jon is here with everything you need to know! Tune in as he breaks down a whopp...
The Future of the PowerScore LSAT PodCast
11 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this brief, 18-minute discussion, Jon outlines his vision for the future of the PowerScore PodCast now that Dave Killoran, his long-time cohost, ha...
October 2025 LSAT Recap
10 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
2025's test year is drawing to a close, and the October LSAT cements itself as a milestone on many fronts. Not only did it contain a unique combinatio...
September 2025 LSAT Recap
09 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
September 2025's LSAT proved to be one for the record books, as the test makers chose to forego the usual routine of mixing old sections with new, and...
August 2025 LSAT Recap
13 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The August 2025 LSAT has finally concluded after four frenzied days of testing, and as always Jon and Dave are on the scene to cut through the noise a...
June 2025 LSAT Recap
11 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 170 contains the full June 2025 LSAT breakdown, both international and domestic, where Dave and Jon outline every scored and experimental sect...
Admissions Mailbag: A Little Bit of Everything
03 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 169, Jon and Dave open up their student mailbag once again! This time they focus on admissions, tackling topics like what outcomes you can...
The 2025 US News Law School Rankings
22 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The 2025 US News law school rankings have been released, setting the "official" standard by which schools will be compared to one another for the upc...
April 2025 LSAT Recap
16 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
After three long, confusion-filled days, the April 2025 LSAT has mercifully ended, and as always Jon and Dave are on the scene to help explain one of...
LSAT Faceoff: Dave and Jon Debate Five Common Test Concerns
03 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 166, Dave and Jon go head-to-head on five of the most contentious issues that often divide LSAT students and prep providers, serving up th...
February 2025 LSAT Recap
11 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
After two intense days, the February 2025 LSAT has wrapped and Jon and Dave are here in Episode 165 with all the details! As usual, it contained some...
State of the LSAT Union: 2024 Recap and 2025 Preview
06 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
2024 was a year of unprecedented LSAT changes, from the removal of Logic Games to the reconfiguring of all available practice tests to the introducti...
January 2025 LSAT Recap
22 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The January 2025 LSAT was record-breaking, with over 25,000 people testing over four packed days, but Jon and Dave weathered the storm and are here w...
Principle Questions
18 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 162, Dave and Jon tackle one of the trickiest concepts on the LSAT: Principle Questions. Tune in to hear them break down this common and c...
November 2024 LSAT Recap
13 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The last and largest LSAT of 2024 is finally over, meaning Jon and Dave are free and clear to tell you all about it! In Episode 161 they cover the ...
PowerScore's Crystal Ball Webinars: Everything You Need to Know About Predicting LSATs
17 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
For over four years, Dave and Jon have undertaken a truly daring feat: before every LSAT they have attempted to predict the precise content—from so...
October 2024 LSAT Recap
08 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
2024's second-to-last LSAT has finally ended, which means Jon and Dave are free to tell you all about it! Tune in to hear their overview of student f...
September 2024 LSAT Recap
11 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As the September 2024 LSAT finally wraps up, Dave and Jon are on the scene with a full breakdown. Tune in to hear a section-by-section analysis of wh...
Admissions Mailbag: Abnormal Breaks in Your Record
26 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jon and Dave are back with another of their popular Student Mailbag discussions! In Episode 157, they tackle questions related to a common admissions...
August 2024 LSAT Recap
13 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 156, Dave and Jon take on one of their toughest tasks in years: deconstructing the first modern LSAT without Logic Games. With August 2024...
The PowerScore Crystal Ball Update
12 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
To account for the August LSAT's massive format overhaul and the removal of Logic Games, Dave and Jon have made notable adjustments to their Crystal ...
June 2024 LSAT Recap
11 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's an emotional day in LSAT land, as the last-ever test with Logic Games has officially concluded. In Episode 154, Jon and Dave bid games farewell ...
Student Question Mailbag #13
04 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 153 sees Dave and Jon dive into another mailbag of student questions, focusing in particular on the upcoming June LSAT and the final administ...
Letters of Recommendation
07 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There's an old law school adage, "Letters of Recommendation won't get you in...but they can certainly keep you out." In Episode 152, Jon and Dave exp...
The 2024-2025 US News Law School Rankings
25 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's that time of year again: after an error-plagued preview in early April, with 80 (!) schools ranked incorrectly, US News has finally re-released ...
April 2024 LSAT Recap
16 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With the April 2024 LSATs finally behind us, Jon and Dave are here with a full breakdown! In this episode they analyze all of the April test forms—...
The New LSAT Writing Format
27 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On July 31, LSAC will introduce a brand new LSAT Writing assessment, moving from the traditional "decision prompt" construction, to a far-more involve...
LSAC Releases Updated Prep Materials for the New LSAT
01 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In anticipation of the removal of Logic Games beginning with the August 2024 LSAT, the test makers have released 58 reconfigured practice tests on th...
February 2024 LSAT Recap
13 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The February 2024 LSAT is officially over, giving Dave and Jon license to reveal everything you need to know about it. Tune in as they outline the sc...
January 2024 LSAT Recap
16 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The January 2024 LSAT proved a colossal kickoff to the year, with roughly 20,000 people testing over four full days! And as always, Jon and Dave trac...
State of the LSAT Union: 2023 Recap and 2024 Preview
05 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
2023 provided a host of LSAT milestones, from LSAC's rocky new partnership with testing provider Prometric to the announcement that Logic Games were s...
Student Mailbag #12: Admissions Edition
05 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 144, Jon and Dave dig into our student mailbag once again, this time tackling questions focused on law school admissions. Tune in to hear ...
November 2023 LSAT Recap
14 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The last LSAT of 2023 has wrapped, and Dave and Jon have all the details! Tune in as they cover the November test week from start to finish, discussi...
The Death of LSAT Logic Games
27 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Beginning with the August 2024 administration, the LSAT will no longer include an Analytical Reasoning (Logic Games) section, marking the most signif...
October 2023 LSAT Recap
18 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
With the conclusion of the year's second-to-last LSAT (and the first four-day administration ever), Dave and Jon are finally in the clear to discuss ...
The Logic Game of LSAT Test Scheduling
05 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
LSAC's troubled proctoring partnership with ProMetric is once again under scrutiny, as October scheduling—where registrants select their test day a...
September 2023 LSAT Recap
13 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
With emotions running high after a disaster-plagued August administration, test takers were understandably anxious about how the September LSAT would...
August 2023 LSAT Recap: Part 2, The Content
25 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Testing for the chaotic August LSAT has finally come to an end—after two long weeks and multiple days of make up exams—which means Jon and Dave a...
August 2023 LSAT Recap: Part 1, The Problems
16 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The August LSAT has seen an unprecedented number of registrants unable to test as planned, as ProMetric (LSAC's new test-delivery partner) repeatedly ...
Applying to Law School as a Nontraditional Student
01 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this special admissions episode, Jon and Dave focus on nontraditional applicants: essentially anyone whose resume doesn't fit the "normal" model o...
Who Can Take Makeup and International LSATs, and Are They Harder?
06 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 135, Dave and Jon explore the often-overlooked international and make up LSATs given throughout the year, explaining who is eligible for e...
June 2023 LSAT Recap
14 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As the June 2023 LSAT comes to an end, Jon and Dave are here with the full breakdown! Tune in to hear their overview of student feedback and general...
LSAT History: Tracking 1 RC Passage Through Time
25 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
One of the most unexpected and misunderstood aspects of the LSAT is the test makers' frequent reuse of previously-administered, nondisclosed exams. I...
The 2024 US News Law School Rankings
12 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
After weeks of mixed messaging and false starts, US News has finally released its controversial 2024 law school rankings. In their latest episode, Jon...
8 Tips For The Law School Scholarship Reconsideration Process
04 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
With the application cycle in full swing and admissions decisions finally finding their way to eager applicants, one topic on everyone's mind is fina...
April 2023 LSAT Recap
19 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
With the April 2023 LSAT finally behind us, Jon and Dave are checking in with all the details! In this episode they break down the April LSAT, review...
LSAT to Resume In-Person Testing!
06 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 129 sees Dave and Jon fully explore LSAC's recent announcement that an in-person testing option would once again be offered for the LSAT start...
Student Mailbag: Special Crystal Ball Edition
21 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this special edition of their popular Student Mailbag series, Jon and Dave revisited their recent Crystal Ball webinar predicting the April and Jun...
February 2023 LSAT Recap
16 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As the February 2023 LSAT comes to an end, Dave and Jon are here with the full breakdown! In this episode they provide a detailed overview of student ...
January 2023 LSAT Recap
19 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
With the first LSAT of 2023 officially over, Jon and Dave are blazing into the new year with a full test recap! Tune in to hear them deconstruct the J...
State of the LSAT Union: 2022 Recap and 2023 Preview
09 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The past 12 months saw a series of surprising LSAT developments unfold—from LSAC testing new LG formats to debate over law schools going test-option...
Student Question Mailbag #10: Reading Comprehension Edition
19 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Jon and Dave have once again reached into their sack of student questions, focusing their 10th mailbag episode exclusively on the topic of Reading Com...
Breaking Law School News: Opting Out of Rankings and Going LSAT-Optional
22 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A pair of landmark announcements rocked the legal world this past week, as several top-ranked schools declared that they would no longer participate i...
November 2022 LSAT Recap
16 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The November LSAT—and with it the 2022 testing year—has officially wrapped! And that means Jon and Dave are on the scene with everything you need ...
Avoiding Pyrrhic Victories on the LSAT
08 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Inspired by the ancient Greek notion of "Pyrrhic victories"—where the cost of success outweighs the benefits—Dave and Jon have compiled a detailed...
October 2022 LSAT Recap
20 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The October LSAT was not only the biggest test of 2022 enrollment-wise, it also included the most scored section combinations, and some of the toughes...
Logic Games: Numerical Distributions
12 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Numerical Distributions are one of the most common, and most powerful, features in LSAT Logic Games, so it is imperative that you master them before t...
Student Question Mailbag #9
28 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Inspired by the countless great questions in their latest Crystal Ball webinar, Jon and Dave have opened up the student mailbag once again! In Episode...
September 2022 LSAT Recap
14 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As the September 2022 LSAT comes to an end, Dave and Jon are here with the full breakdown! Tune in to hear their overview of student feedback and gene...
August 2022 LSAT Recap
18 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The August 2022 LSAT is in the books, freeing Jon and Dave to reveal all the key details! In Episode 116 they outline the scored and experimental sect...
LSAT Logic Games Explained: PT 91+ (May 2020 Flex)
09 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Another recent test goes under the microscope as Dave and Jon continue their LSAT Logic Games Explained series, this time exploring PT 91+. First offe...
Getting Started with the LSAT—A Roadmap for Success
14 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The first days of your LSAT journey are an exciting time, filled with new ideas to investigate and opportunities to explore. But it can also be a trem...
June 2022 LSAT Recap
16 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The June LSAT was another wild ride, from the use of two tests predicted in our latest Crystal Ball to the introduction of a brand new experimental Lo...
Breaking News: New LSAT Experimental Section Administered
14 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On Saturday, June 11th, test takers were shocked to encounter a brand new LSAT experimental section, blindsided by the fact that it was unannounced, w...
LSAT Logic Games Explained: PT 92+ (June 2020 Flex)
03 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dave and Jon's LSAT Logic Games Explained series continues with a look at the most recent official test, PT 92+. This exam, first administered in Febr...
April 2022 LSAT Make Up Tests Recap
12 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Well, we made it: the last of the April LSAT make up tests is finally behind us, closing the book on a long and rocky administration. Given the volume...
The New LSAT-Optional Proposal—Has the ABA Lost Its Mind?
10 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A surprising new policy has just been proposed by the ABA that would make the LSAT (and all other entrance exams) optional for law schools, paving the...
April 2022 LSAT Recap
05 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The April LSAT has been tumultuous at best, with system outages preventing hundreds from testing on Saturday, three days of make ups for affected stud...
Student Question Mailbag: Law School Admissions Part 3
14 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The third admissions-centric episode of Dave and Jon's popular Student Mailbag series is here, tackling the supremely slow admissions cycle and what t...
The 2023 US News Law School Rankings
30 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The 2023 US News law school rankings are officially out, and that can only mean one thing: it's time for a deep dive into the latest results! In Episo...
March 2022 LSAT Recap
17 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
While the March 2022 LSAT proved limited in both popularity and content—fewer than 7,000 people sat for it, and only two test forms were used—it s...
LSAT Logic Games Explained: PT 1 (June 1991)
08 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join Jon and Dave as they kick off a new podcast series: entire games sections from official PTs fully explained, from the setups and key inferences t...
February 2022 LSAT Recap
17 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The February 2022 LSAT is officially over, which means Dave and Jon are in the clear to reveal everything you need to know about it! In Episode 103 th...
2021-2022 Law School Admissions Mid-Cycle Recap and Predictions
01 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As we cross the halfway point of the 2021-2022 admissions cycle, Jon and Dave are taking a close look at the data to explain exactly how things are go...
The January 2022 LSAT Review
20 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As the first LSAT of 2022 comes to a close, Dave and Jon are kicking off the new year with a detailed test recap! Join them as they review the January...
State of the LSAT Union: 2021 Recap and 2022 Preview
30 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
To mark both their milestone 100th episode, as well as the final PodCast of 2021, Jon and Dave are here with a thorough recap of all things LSAT these...
Return of the GRE
15 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 99, Dave and Jon discuss exciting updates to the GRE's role in law school admissions, exploring how the test is moving from a fringe prospe...
Student Question Mailbag #8
23 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Jon and Dave are back with the 8th installment in their popular Student Mailbag series, tackling the most pressing questions submitted by listeners! I...
The November 2021 LSAT Review
18 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The last LSAT of 2021 is finally behind us, and Dave and Jon have all the details! Tune in as they cover the November test week from start to finish, ...
The LSAT Logical Reasoning Knowledge Test
05 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Join Jon and Dave as they present the ultimate Logical Reasoning Knowledge Test: 20 questions covering the entirety of the LR section, each designed t...
The October 2021 LSAT Review
19 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The October LSAT was an absolute roller coaster, with system outages preventing thousands from testing on Saturday morning, extra testing days added f...
Student Question Mailbag: Law School Admissions Part 2
05 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's time for the 8th installment of our popular Student Question Mailbag series, this time devoted entirely to admissions. Join Jon and Dave as they ...
The August 2021 LSAT Results: Making Sense of Score Drops
16 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Last week's August LSAT score release led to what seemed to be a disproportionate number of students reporting significant score declines from their r...
Student Question Mailbag #7
27 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's time for another Student Mailbag episode, with Jon and Dave fielding questions on a wide range of important subjects: how uber-busy people can be...
The August 2021 LSAT Review
19 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
As the first post-Flex LSAT comes to a close, Dave and Jon are here with their traditional recap to break it all down: what was scored and what was ex...
Seven Deadly Sins: The Life and LSAT Behaviors You Must Avoid
10 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 90, Jon and Dave tackle the all-important topic of mentality from a new angle, outlining the seven most destructive behaviors students adop...
Myths of the LSAT Experimental Section
21 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The August 2021 LSAT marks the end of the Flex format and the return of the test's experimental section, and Dave and Jon are here with all the detail...
The LSAT Scoring Scale: 7 Common Myths Explained
13 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The LSAT scoring scale remains one of the most mysterious and misunderstood aspects of an already-shadowy exam, so to help clear away the confusion, J...
The PowerScore LSAT Logical Reasoning Bible Course Launch
22 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 87 is a slight departure from the typical topics of LSAT concepts, test reviews, and admissions advice, as Dave and Jon turn their attention t...
The June 2021 LSAT-Flex Review: We Make History, Again
18 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Jon and Dave bid farewell to the last-ever LSAT-Flex with a bittersweet sendoff: the short format will be sorely missed, but celebrations also abound,...
Causal Reasoning Part II: Causality and Question Types
19 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Wrapping up their comprehensive coverage of LSAT causality, Dave and Jon move from conceptual discussions of causation to an application-focused look ...
Causal Reasoning Part I: The Nature of Basic LSAT Causality
30 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
After several months of LSAT-Flex reviews and admissions cycle analysis, Jon and Dave are getting back to basics with a conceptual overview of causal ...
The April 2021 LSAT-Flex Review
15 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The April 2021 LSAT-Flex has come and gone, which can only mean one thing: Dave and Jon are here with a detailed look! Tune in as they discuss all of ...
The 2022 US News Law School Rankings
31 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The 2022 US News law school rankings have been released, setting the "official" standard by which schools will be compared to one another for the next...
Why Is This Law School Admissions Cycle So Competitive?
16 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The competitiveness of the 2021 law school admissions cycle is well-established, but a closer look at the numbers—both of applicants and LSAT scores...
The February 2021 LSAT-Flex Review
25 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
With the February 2021 LSAT-Flex finally behind us, Dave and Jon are checking in with all the details! In this episode they break down the February LS...
The Death of the LSAT Flex
17 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
LSAC has just made a major announcement covering everything from the next 16-months' worth of test dates to the future of the LSAT's format. In episod...
What's the Deal With Addenda?
16 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
As we move deeper into this year's admissions cycle, applicants naturally wonder what, if anything, they can still do to improve their acceptance odds...