Episode Archives

Ben and Nathan give listeners some insight into the Demon Drilling platform.

Nathan and Ben reassure a student that as she continues to prioritize accuracy, her timed sections scores will inevitably increase.

There isn’t an objective best when it comes to accommodations. They should be according to your individualized needs based on medical advice and your studying experience.

It doesn’t matter your circumstances, here at the Demon we will always encourage you to go to law school for free, even if that means taking another year to study the LSAT.

An attitude of swagger is the best game plan for test day curveballs.

Dallin, a computer science major, wants to learn RC with a similar approach as he took with logic games.

Joshua asks whether it’s worth his time to review questions he gets right.

Ben and Nathan reassure a listener that an above median LSAT can carry your application, even with a less than stellar GPA.

Erik and Nathan explain why LSAT score variance is nothing to be concerned about. They also discuss how to build a resilient mindset that allows you to quickly move on from your mistakes.

A careful approach to LR should leave you feeling energized—not fatigued.

How do you lock in to achieve your best on test day? Treat the official test like any other practice test.

Nathan and Ben help a listener pick a personal statement topic.

Listener Hayden wonders how much to read into a recent drop in his practice test scores.

Listener Jerry aims to work in the federal government. Should he give up his tuition benefits as a Texas resident in order to attend law school in Washington, DC?

Nathan and Erik discuss potential reasons why an LSAT student scores better on RC than LR.

Too many LSAT students obsess over finding patterns in their mistakes. Nathan and Erik advocate a more focused method of review.

Listening to an LSAT podcast doesn’t count as LSAT study.

An anonymous listener received an unexpected denial from their local law school. Ben and Nathan suspect that Anonymous raised red flags in their application.

Erik and Nathan discuss the diminishing returns of retaking the LSAT with a score in the mid 170’s.

An anonymous listener considers applying early decision to Harvard, Yale, and Stanford. One problem: those schools don’t offer early decision. Nathan and Ben explain why.

If you’re short on time at the end of an RC section, should you attempt the fourth passage or double-check the first three? Nathan and Erik advocate a slow-and-steady approach that keeps you moving forward—not back.

Listener Nicola shares two lessons that helped them improve their LSAT score by twenty points in eight weeks.

Listener Sterling worries about his admissions chances at the top law schools.

Erik and Nathan advise checking every answer choice—even when the correct answer seems obvious.

Listener Gab wants to apply to law school in the fall of 2025—has she begun her LSAT prep too late?

Nathan and Erik advise listener Jack on how to bounce back from his recent struggles in Logical Reasoning.

Listener Gianni shares how they successfully removed some F’s from their undergrad transcript.

Erik and Nathan explain why it’s simpler than you might think to predict answers in Reading Comprehension.

Nathan and Erik explain why most applicants shouldn’t apply to law school early decision.

Nathan and Ben explain what they really mean when they tell students to slow down in Reading Comprehension.

Listener Jess considers attending law school part-time while working a nine-to-five job.

Nathan and Ben advise an anonymous listener not to fixate on their timed section scores.

LSAT Demon head teacher Matt joins Erik to share his LSAT and law school success story.

Nathan and Erik answer a high schooler’s questions about the LSAT and law school admissions.

LSAT Demon student Noel wonders if URM applicants still receive an admissions “bump.” Short answer: We don’t know.

LSAT Demon admissions expert Leslie joins Erik to discuss why it’s often dangerous to include a GPA addendum with your law school applications.

Erik and Nathan share tips on how to break down difficult language and pick between confusing answer choices.

Listener Ethan considers withdrawing from the February LSAT. Ben and Nathan worry that Ethan is sabotaging his accuracy by shooting for a 175.

LSAT Demon team member Zach joins Erik to share his LSAT success story.

Erik and Nathan discuss how LSAT students can transfer their RC skills to LR.

Ben and Nathan stress the importance of scoring above your target schools’ LSAT medians.

LSAT Demon team members Hayley, Beth, and Sam share advice on what to consider when picking your classes in law school.

Kevin and Erik discuss how they minimize the time they spend rereading passages in Logical Reasoning and Reading Comprehension.

Ben and Nathan explain why the LSAT is easier than many people fear.

LSAT Demon team member Aaminah joins Erik to share her LSAT success story.

Nathan and Erik discourage listener Gigi from writing an addendum to address an LSAT score cancellation.

Nathan and Ben discuss how to distinguish between imperfect answers and wrong ones.

LSAT Demon team members Beth, Sam, and Hayley discuss one of the most important study tools in the law student’s toolbox: the outline.

Nathan and Erik discuss LSAT score jumps and their intuitive approach to Logical Reasoning.

Erik and Stewart encourage listener Mark to continue his LSAT prep and apply early next cycle.

LSAT Demon student Caleb joins Erik to share his LSAT success story.

An anonymous listener describes their scholarship meeting with a WashU admissions officer.

Listener Kenzie views BYU as her only feasible option for law school. Ben and Nathan warn Kenzie that her bargaining power will suffer if she tells the school that it’s her only choice.

Erik and Stefan advise an anonymous listener not to read too much into a recent dip in their practice test scores.

Nathan and Erik discuss why you can’t rely on indicator words alone to determine an argument’s main conclusion.

Nathan and Ben discuss the biggest adjustment that LSAT students must make to unlock their highest score.

LSAT Demon team member Stefan joins Erik to share his LSAT success story.

An anonymous listener worries that their bad grades have ruined their chances of getting into a T14 law school.

Erik and Nathan answer some questions about LSAC’s GPA calculations.

Nathan and Ben instruct an anonymous listener not to drill individual question types in Logical Reasoning.

Listener Caleb worries that he’s taking too long to answer easy questions in Logical Reasoning. Ben and Nathan instruct Caleb to prioritize accuracy over speed.

LSAT study isn’t that complicated. Show up for an hour of focused study every day, and don’t avoid the stuff you don’t like.

LSAT Demon student Izah joins Erik to share her LSAT success story.

Listener Esther asks whether to pursue a master’s degree or work experience during her gap year before law school.

The guys assure listener Mariah that her UGPA matters more than the reputation of her undergraduate institution.

Matt and Erik discuss the process of pursuing judicial internships during law school.

Nathan and Erik outline steps for dealing with difficult vocabulary on the LSAT.

Ben and Nathan reflect on the history of LSAT Demon, their podcasts, and their friendship.

LSAT Demon student Cassandra joins Erik to share her LSAT success story.

Listener Hillary asks whether law schools are less likely to award scholarships to older applicants. Beth and Chris discuss the advantages of going to law school as an older student.

Your practice tests will tell you when you’re ready to take the LSAT.

How do you catch the important details in a passage without overthinking irrelevant distinctions?

Don’t try to finish sections. Solve one question at a time.

Ben and Nathan reject a gimmicky approach to Reading Comprehension.

LSAT Demon student Milena joins Erik to share her LSAT success story.

LSAT Demon student L used Grammarly while writing their law school application materials. Now they’re worried that their writing will flag as AI-generated.

Nathan and Ben instruct listener DD on how to avoid overconfidence on the LSAT.

Erik and Nathan advise a listener to rethink their law school application timeline. They discuss why applicants shouldn’t bank on transferring to a higher-ranked law school.

Listener Delaney celebrates a breakthrough in Reading Comprehension. Nathan and Ben reiterate their most important advice for RC.

Erik clarifies how AP and “early college” courses affect your undergraduate GPA.

LSAT Demon student Tim joins Erik to share his LSAT success story.

The guys urge listener William to pump the breaks on his accelerated KJD timeline.

Erik and Nathan advise listener Maya not to overcomplicate her LSAT study plan.

Listener Maya struggles to break out of an LSAT slump. Nathan and Ben worry that Maya is burned out from too many practice tests.

How do low-GPA splitters fare in T50 law school admissions? Nathan and Erik assess listener Jordyn’s scholarship chances. They also weigh in on Jordyn’s GPA addendum and advise her to clarify her reasons for pursuing law school.

Listener Ben’s undergraduate GPA is being dragged down by some AP classes that he took in high school. The guys suggest a way for Ben to rehabilitate his GPA.

LSAT Demon student Jimmy joins Erik to share his LSAT success story.

Erik and Nathan give a quick PSA for all out-loud readers: There’s no talking during the LSAT.

Nathan and Ben implore listener Destiny to heed their repeated advice and to let go of her LSAT timeline.

Kaley and Brandon discuss the importance of making a concise and precise main point prediction in Reading Comprehension.

Erik and Nathan help listener Alexander draft a GPA addendum. They also discuss whether Alexander should write a personal statement about his success in competitive gaming.

Ben and Nathan advise an anonymous listener on how to craft a law school application that highlights their achievements as a scientist.

LSAT Demon student Logan joins Erik to share his LSAT success story.

Erik and Nathan implore listener Michelle to clean up her self-talk and to embrace a growth mindset in her LSAT prep.

Ben and Nathan assure listener Teddy that LSAT score variance is completely normal.

Nathan and Erik advise listener Julia on how to address an F on her grad school transcript.

Listener CD applied to 23 law schools. Is that enough?

Nathan and Ben advise listener Z not to rush into law school.

LSAT Demon student Laura joins Erik to share her LSAT success story.

Nathan and Erik discuss why the key to improving on the LSAT is to slow down and solve each question.