Hands-Free Bar Exam Prep: Recent Episodes

Brainscape Law

Brainscape’s Hands-Free MBE Prep is the perfect way to study “passively”. Each episode consists of 10 questions covering core topics likely to appear on the Multistate Bar Exam, or any of the U.S. state-specific exams. These questions are a complement to the more comprehensive "adaptive flashcards" curriculum found in Brainscape's web and mobile app. Learn more at brainscape.com/learn/mbe

Torts- Bar Exam Prep Show

In this podcast, we read key questions & answers that give you important background knowledge of Torts, which is critical to the more detailed questions that might arise on the Bar Exam.

For example:

0:14 -- What are the prima facie elements of an intentional tort?
9:22 -- What are the elements needed to establish a prima facie case for strict liablity?
16:19 -- What are the elements of defamation?

These podcasts are perfect for "passive studying" while you're exercising, cooking, cleaning, commuting, or otherwise unable to focus on the Brainscape app itself.

Of course, the most effective way to study is to use Brainscape's adaptive web & mobile flashcards app, which covers comprehensive background knowledge pulled from all the top bar exam prep courses. Remember that you can learn more about it at http://bit.ly/brainscapeMBE.

Finally, be sure to find "Hands-Free Bar Exam Prep" on Youtube, where you can read & listen to these questions mixed into your normal daily media feeds.

Best of luck on your studies!

Evidence- Bar Exam Prep Show

In this podcast, we read key questions & answers that give you important background knowledge of Evidence, which is critical to the more detailed questions that might arise on the Bar Exam.

For example:

0:14 -- The federal rules of evidence applies to what types of proceedings?
14:37 -- What is authentication of evidence?
27:21 -- What is a judicial admission?

These podcasts are perfect for "passive studying" while you're exercising, cooking, cleaning, commuting, or otherwise unable to focus on the Brainscape app itself.

Of course, the most effective way to study is to use Brainscape's adaptive web & mobile flashcards app, which covers comprehensive background knowledge pulled from all the top bar exam prep courses. Remember that you can learn more about it at http://bit.ly/brainscapeMBE.

Finally, be sure to find "Hands-Free Bar Exam Prep" on Youtube, where you can read & listen to these questions mixed into your normal daily media feeds.

Best of luck on your studies!

Criminal Procedure- Bar Exam Prep Show

In this podcast, we read key questions & answers that give you important background knowledge of Criminal Procedure, which is critical to the more detailed questions that might arise on the Bar Exam.

For example:

0:15 -- The fourth amendment has two major parts.
10:12 -- When do pre-trial identification procedures violate due process?
17:11 -- Does applying a harsher sentence to repeat offenders violate the 8th Amendment?

These podcasts are perfect for "passive studying" while you're exercising, cooking, cleaning, commuting, or otherwise unable to focus on the Brainscape app itself.

Of course, the most effective way to study is to use Brainscape's adaptive web & mobile flashcards app, which covers comprehensive background knowledge pulled from all the top bar exam prep courses. Remember that you can learn more about it at http://bit.ly/brainscapeMBE.

Finally, be sure to find "Hands-Free Bar Exam Prep" on Youtube, where you can read & listen to these questions mixed into your normal daily media feeds.

Best of luck on your studies!

Real Property- Bar Exam Prep Show

In this podcast, we read key questions & answers that give you important background knowledge of Real Property, which is critical to the more detailed questions that might arise on the Bar Exam.

For example:

0:18 -- What are four types of present possessory estates?
11:23 -- What are lateral support rights?
18:24 -- Who is the mortgagee?

These podcasts are perfect for "passive studying" while you're exercising, cooking, cleaning, commuting, or otherwise unable to focus on the Brainscape app itself.

Of course, the most effective way to study is to use Brainscape's adaptive web & mobile flashcards app, which covers comprehensive background knowledge pulled from all the top bar exam prep courses. Remember that you can learn more about it at http://bit.ly/brainscapeMBE.

Finally, be sure to find "Hands-Free Bar Exam Prep" on Youtube, where you can read & listen to these questions mixed into your normal daily media feeds.

Best of luck on your studies!

Constitutional Law- Bar Exam Prep Show

In this podcast, we read key questions & answers that give you important background knowledge of Constitutional Law, which is critical to the more detailed questions that might arise on the Bar Exam.

For example:

1:19 -- The Supreme Court has what two types of jurisdiction?
12:38 -- When can federal judges be removed?
24:29 -- What are the suspect classifications?

These podcasts are perfect for "passive studying" while you're exercising, cooking, cleaning, commuting, or otherwise unable to focus on the Brainscape app itself.

Of course, the most effective way to study is to use Brainscape's adaptive web & mobile flashcards app, which covers comprehensive background knowledge pulled from all the top bar exam prep courses. Remember that you can learn more about it at http://bit.ly/brainscapeMBE.

Finally, be sure to find "Hands-Free Bar Exam Prep" on Youtube, where you can read & listen to these questions mixed into your normal daily media feeds.

Best of luck on your studies!

Criminal Law- Bar Exam Prep Show

In this podcast, we read key questions & answers that give you important background knowledge of Contract Law, which is critical to the more detailed questions that might arise on the Bar Exam.

For example:

0:15 -- What are the elements required to prove a crime?
11:34 -- Do verbal threats constitute assault?
21:30 -- What are the two general types of defenses?

These podcasts are perfect for "passive studying" while you're exercising, cooking, cleaning, commuting, or otherwise unable to focus on the Brainscape app itself.

Of course, the most effective way to study is to use Brainscape's adaptive web & mobile flashcards app, which covers comprehensive background knowledge pulled from all the top bar exam prep courses. Remember that you can learn more about it at http://bit.ly/brainscapeMBE.

Finally, be sure to find "Hands-Free Bar Exam Prep" on Youtube, where you can read & listen to these questions mixed into your normal daily media feeds.

Best of luck on your studies!

Contract Law- Bar Exam Prep Show

In this podcast, we read key questions & answers that give you important background knowledge of Contract Law, which is critical to the more detailed questions that might arise on the Bar Exam.

For example:

0:12 -- Define contract?
16:18 -- What is the UCC's approach to extrinsic evidence?
31:40 -- How do you calculate expectation damages?

These podcasts are perfect for "passive studying" while you're exercising, cooking, cleaning, commuting, or otherwise unable to focus on the Brainscape app itself.

Of course, the most effective way to study is to use Brainscape's adaptive web & mobile flashcards app, which covers comprehensive background knowledge pulled from all the top bar exam prep courses. Remember that you can learn more about it at http://bit.ly/brainscapeMBE.

Finally, be sure to find "Hands-Free Bar Exam Prep" on Youtube, where you can read & listen to these questions mixed into your normal daily media feeds.

Best of luck on your studies!

In this podcast, we read key questions & answers that give you important background knowledge of Civil Procedure, which is critical to the more detailed questions that might arise on the Bar Exam.

For example:

0:14 -- Define subject matter jurisdiction?
15:34 -- What type of information is not discoverable?
27:54 -- Define interlocutory orders?

These podcasts are perfect for "passive studying" while you're exercising, cooking, cleaning, commuting, or otherwise unable to focus on the Brainscape app itself.

Of course, the most effective way to study is to use Brainscape's adaptive web & mobile flashcards app, which covers comprehensive background knowledge pulled from all the top bar exam prep courses. Remember that you can learn more about it at http://bit.ly/brainscapeMBE.

Finally, be sure to find "Hands-Free Bar Exam Prep" on Youtube, where you can read & listen to these questions mixed into your normal daily media feeds.

Best of luck on your studies!

In this podcast, we read you 10 key questions & answers that give you important background knowledge of Real Property: Landlord Tenant, which is critical to the more detailed questions that might arise on the Bar Exam.

For example:

0:18 -- What is a leasehold (landlord/tenant) estate and what are the 4 types?
1:03 -- When is a tenancy for years required to be in writing?
1:52 -- How is a periodic tenancy created?
3:31 -- Can the landlord raise the rent for a holdover tenant in a periodic tenancy?

These podcasts are perfect for "passive studying" while you're exercising, cooking, cleaning, commuting, or otherwise unable to focus on the Brainscape app itself.

Of course, the most effective way to study is to use Brainscape's adaptive web & mobile flashcards app, which covers comprehensive background knowledge pulled from all the top bar exam prep courses. Remember that you can learn more about it at http://bit.ly/brainscapeMBE .

Best of luck on your studies!

In this podcast, we read you 10 key questions & answers that give you important background knowledge of Evidence: Witnesses and Impeachment, which is critical to the more detailed questions that might arise on the Bar Exam.

For example:

0:18 -- What is required for a witness to be considered competent?
1:39 -- Can a judge testify as a witness?
1:51 -- What may a juror testify about after trial?
2:50 -- What is the process for present recollection refreshed?

These podcasts are perfect for "passive studying" while you're exercising, cooking, cleaning, commuting, or otherwise unable to focus on the Brainscape app itself.

Of course, the most effective way to study is to use Brainscape's adaptive web & mobile flashcards app, which covers comprehensive background knowledge pulled from all the top bar exam prep courses. Remember that you can learn more about it at http://bit.ly/brainscapeMBE .

Best of luck on your studies!

In this podcast, we read you 10 key questions & answers that give you important background knowledge of Real Property: Zoning & Land Rights, which is critical to the more detailed questions that might arise on the Bar Exam.

For example:

0:18 -- What are lateral support rights?
1:32 -- What are subjacent support rights?
2:32 -- What are riparian rights and what are the two main approaches?
3:29 -- What is the Prior Appropriation Doctrine?

These podcasts are perfect for "passive studying" while you're exercising, cooking, cleaning, commuting, or otherwise unable to focus on the Brainscape app itself.

Of course, the most effective way to study is to use Brainscape's adaptive web & mobile flashcards app, which covers comprehensive background knowledge pulled from all the top bar exam prep courses. Remember that you can learn more about it at http://bit.ly/brainscapeMBE .

Best of luck on your studies!

In this podcast, we read you 10 key questions & answers that give you important background knowledge of Real Property: Servitudes, which is critical to the more detailed questions that might arise on the Bar Exam.

For example:

0:40 -- Define easement
2:12 -- How are negative easements created?
2:53 -- Define easement in gross
3:18 -- Can you transfer: An easement appurtenant? Easement in gross?

These podcasts are perfect for "passive studying" while you're exercising, cooking, cleaning, commuting, or otherwise unable to focus on the Brainscape app itself.

Of course, the most effective way to study is to use Brainscape's adaptive web & mobile flashcards app, which covers comprehensive background knowledge pulled from all the top bar exam prep courses. Remember that you can learn more about it at http://bit.ly/brainscapeMBE .

Best of luck on your studies!

In this podcast, we read you 10 key questions & answers that give you important background knowledge of Real Property: Mortgages, which is critical to the more detailed questions that might arise on the Bar Exam.

For example:

0:17 -- What are the 2 types of security interests?
0:32 -- Define Deed of Trust
2:28 -- What is the difference between a mortgage and a note?
3:30 -- Define absolute deed of sale

These podcasts are perfect for "passive studying" while you're exercising, cooking, cleaning, commuting, or otherwise unable to focus on the Brainscape app itself.

Of course, the most effective way to study is to use Brainscape's adaptive web & mobile flashcards app, which covers comprehensive background knowledge pulled from all the top bar exam prep courses. Remember that you can learn more about it at http://bit.ly/brainscapeMBE .

Best of luck on your studies!

In this podcast, we read you 10 key questions & answers that give you important background knowledge of Evidence: Hearsay, which is critical to the more detailed questions that might arise on the Bar Exam.

For example:

0:35 -- Who qualifies as a declarant for hearsay?
0:53 -- What is considered a statement for hearsay purposes?
2:18 -- Are statements by an opposing party admissible as nonhearsay?
4:11 -- What is an adoptive admission?

These podcast are perfect for "passive studying" while you're exercising, cooking, cleaning, commuting, or otherwise unable to focus on the Brainscape app itself.

Of course, the most effective way to study is to use Brainscape's adaptive web & mobile flashcards app, which covers comprehensive background knowledge pulled from all the top bar exam prep courses. Remember that you can learn more about it at http://bit.ly/brainscapeMBE .

Best of luck on your studies!

In this podcast, we read you 10 key questions & answers that give you important background knowledge of Real Property: Property Interests, which is critical to the more detailed questions that might arise on the Bar Exam.

For example:

0:18 -- What are 4 types of present possessory estates?
1:19 -- Is there a future interest in a fee simple absolute?
1:35 -- "To A" or "To A and his/her heirs" creates what type of interest?
3:51 -- What are the rights of a life tenant?

These podcasts are perfect for "passive studying" while you're exercising, cooking, cleaning, commuting, or otherwise unable to focus on the Brainscape app itself.

Of course, the most effective way to study is to use Brainscape's adaptive web & mobile flashcards app, which covers comprehensive background knowledge pulled from all the top bar exam prep courses. Remember that you can learn more about it at http://bit.ly/brainscapeMBE .

Best of luck on your studies!

In this podcast, we read you 10 key questions & answers that give you important background knowledge of Evidence: Authentication, which is critical to the more detailed questions that might arise on the Bar Exam.

For example:

0:50 -- What is "authentication" of evidence?
1:17 -- When is authentication not necessary?
3:16 -- How can a physical object be authenticated?
3:56 -- What is authentication by chain of custody?

These podcasts are perfect for "passive studying" while you're exercising, cooking, cleaning, commuting, or otherwise unable to focus on the Brainscape app itself.

Of course, the most effective way to study is to use Brainscape's adaptive web & mobile flashcards app, which covers comprehensive background knowledge pulled from all the top bar exam prep courses. Remember that you can learn more about it at http://bit.ly/brainscapeMBE .

Best of luck on your studies!

In this podcast, we read you 10 key questions & answers that give you important background knowledge of Evidence: Privileges, which is critical to the more detailed questions that might arise on the Bar Exam.

For example:

0:17 -- Does the Federal Rules of Evidence have rules on privilege?
0:57 -- What are the basic testimonial privileges?
3:23 -- Who does attorney-client privilege apply to?
3:46 -- In a corporation, who is protected by attorney-client privilege?

These podcasts are perfect for "passive studying" while you're exercising, cooking, cleaning, commuting, or otherwise unable to focus on the Brainscape app itself.

Of course, the most effective way to study is to use Brainscape's adaptive web & mobile flashcards app, which covers comprehensive background knowledge pulled from all the top bar exam prep courses. Remember that you can learn more about it at http://bit.ly/brainscapeMBE .

Best of luck on your studies!

In this podcast, we read you 10 key questions & answers that give you important background knowledge of Torts: Negligence, which is critical to the more detailed questions that might arise on the Bar Exam.

For example:

0:40 -- What general duty of care is owed?
1:02 -- Who are foreseeable plaintiffs?
1:55 -- What is the reasonably prudent person standard of care?
3:14 -- When are children held to the adult standard of care (RPP)?

These podcasts are perfect for "passive studying" while you're exercising, cooking, cleaning, commuting, or otherwise unable to focus on the Brainscape app itself.

Of course, the most effective way to study is to use Brainscape's adaptive web & mobile flashcards app, which covers comprehensive background knowledge pulled from all the top bar exam prep courses. Remember that you can learn more about it at http://bit.ly/brainscapeMBE .

Best of luck on your studies!

In this podcast, we read you 10 key questions & answers that give you important background knowledge of Torts: Strict Liability, which is critical to the more detailed questions that might arise on the Bar Exam.

For example:

0:20 -- Strict liability is only imposed in which 3 scenarios?
0:40 -- What type of duty does D have in strict liability situations?
1:33 -- When is D strictly liable for injuries resulting from a wild animal?
3:27 -- Is D strictly liable for injuries caused by domesticated pets?

These podcasts are perfect for "passive studying" while you're exercising, cooking, cleaning, commuting, or otherwise unable to focus on the Brainscape app itself.

Of course, the most effective way to study is to use Brainscape's adaptive web & mobile flashcards app, which covers comprehensive background knowledge pulled from all the top bar exam prep courses. Remember that you can learn more about it at http://bit.ly/brainscapeMBE .

Best of luck on your studies!

In this podcast, we read you 10 key questions & answers that give you important background knowledge of Torts: Other Torts, which is critical to the more detailed questions that might arise on the Bar Exam.

For example:

0:54 -- Who has standing to bring a public nuisance claim?
2:01 -- What are the remedies for nuisance?
2:13 -- Differentiate between nuisance and trespass
4:14 -- What type of statements are not considered defamatory?

These podcasts are perfect for "passive studying" while you're exercising, cooking, cleaning, commuting, or otherwise unable to focus on the Brainscape app itself.

Of course, the most effective way to study is to use Brainscape's adaptive web & mobile flashcards app, which covers comprehensive background knowledge pulled from all the top bar exam prep courses. Remember that you can learn more about it at http://bit.ly/brainscapeMBE .

Best of luck on your studies!

In this podcast, we read you 10 key questions & answers that give you important background knowledge of Evidence: Relevancy, which is critical to the more detailed questions that might arise on the Bar Exam.

For example:

0:18 -- Define relevant evidence
1:26 -- Is irrelevant evidence ever admissible?
1:40 -- What is the Rule 403 balancing test?
2:16 -- What is the only time evidence is admissible without the 403 balancing test?

These podcasts are perfect for "passive studying" while you're exercising, cooking, cleaning, commuting, or otherwise unable to focus on the Brainscape app itself.

Of course, the most effective way to study is to use Brainscape's adaptive web & mobile flashcards app, which covers comprehensive background knowledge pulled from all the top bar exam prep courses. Remember that you can learn more about it at http://bit.ly/brainscapeMBE .

Best of luck on your studies!

In this podcast, we read you 10 key questions & answers that give you important background knowledge of Evidence: Presentation of Evidence, which is critical to the more detailed questions that might arise on the Bar Exam.

For example:

0:17 -- The Federal Rules of Evidence (FRE) apply to what type of proceedings?
0:33 -- Do common law rules of evidence apply on the MBE?
0:50 -- When do the Federal Rules of Evidence not apply?
1:43 -- In regards to evidence, what does the judge decide?

These podcasts are perfect for "passive studying" while you're exercising, cooking, cleaning, commuting, or otherwise unable to focus on the Brainscape app itself.

Of course, the most effective way to study is to use Brainscape's adaptive web & mobile flashcards app, which covers comprehensive background knowledge pulled from all the top bar exam prep courses. Remember that you can learn more about it at http://bit.ly/brainscapeMBE .

Best of luck on your studies!

In this podcast, we read you 10 key questions & answers that give you important background knowledge of Real Property: Competing Claims, which is critical to the more detailed questions that might arise on the Bar Exam.

For example:

0:18 -- Define adverse possession
1:01 -- What is the default statutory period for adverse possession?
1:29 -- Does seasonal or infrequent use count as continuous possession?
2:16 -- When is tacking not allowed?

These podcasts are perfect for "passive studying" while you're exercising, cooking, cleaning, commuting, or otherwise unable to focus on the Brainscape app itself.

Of course, the most effective way to study is to use Brainscape's adaptive web & mobile flashcards app, which covers comprehensive background knowledge pulled from all the top bar exam prep courses. Remember that you can learn more about it at http://bit.ly/brainscapeMBE .

Best of luck on your studies!

In this podcast, we read you 10 key questions & answers that give you important background knowledge of Torts: Intentional Torts, which is critical to the more detailed questions that might arise on the Bar Exam.

For example:

0:46 -- What intent is needed for intentional torts?
1:06 -- Are children and the mentally incompetent liable for their own torts?
2:48 -- What qualifies as contact for battery?
4:01 -- Does P need to prove harm for battery?

These podcasts are perfect for "passive studying" while you're exercising, cooking, cleaning, commuting, or otherwise unable to focus on the Brainscape app itself.

Of course, the most effective way to study is to use Brainscape's adaptive web & mobile flashcards app, which covers comprehensive background knowledge pulled from all the top bar exam prep courses. Remember that you can learn more about it at http://bit.ly/brainscapeMBE .

Best of luck on your studies!

In this podcast, we read you 10 key questions & answers that give you important background knowledge of Contract Law: Formation, which is critical to the more detailed questions that might arise on the Bar Exam.

For example:

0:34 -- What are the types of law that govern contracts?
1:38 -- Define bilateral contract
2:55 -- Under common law, what terms must be included in the offer?
3:49 -- What terms are required for a requirement or output contract?

These podcasts are perfect for "passive studying" while you're exercising, cooking, cleaning, commuting, or otherwise unable to focus on the Brainscape app itself.

Of course, the most effective way to study is to use Brainscape's adaptive web & mobile flashcards app, which covers comprehensive background knowledge pulled from all the top bar exam prep courses. Remember that you can learn more about it at http://bit.ly/brainscapeMBE .

Best of luck on your studies!

In this podcast, we read you 10 key questions & answers that give you important background knowledge of Criminal Law: Other Crimes, which is critical to the more detailed questions that might arise on the Bar Exam.

For example:

1:13 -- What circumstances elevate a misdemeanor battery to aggravated battery?
2:41 -- When does V have reasonable apprehension of imminent harm?
3:02 -- Differentiate between battery and assault
3:26 -- Do verbal threats constitute assault?

These podcasts are perfect for "passive studying" while you're exercising, cooking, cleaning, commuting, or otherwise unable to focus on the Brainscape app itself.

Of course, the most effective way to study is to use Brainscape's adaptive web & mobile flashcards app, which covers comprehensive background knowledge pulled from all the top bar exam prep courses. Remember that you can learn more about it at http://bit.ly/brainscapeMBE .

Best of luck on your studies!

In this podcast, we read you 10 key questions & answers that give you important background knowledge of Criminal Procedure: Confessions, which is critical to the more detailed questions that might arise on the Bar Exam.

For example:

0:18 -- What is protected by the 5th Amendment?
0:46 -- Under the 5th Amendment, what is considered a compelled statement?
2:02 -- Is testimonial evidence found pursuant to a lawful search admissible?
2:15 -- Can the government compel production of testimonial documents (e.g. journals)?

These podcasts are perfect for "passive studying" while you're exercising, cooking, cleaning, commuting, or otherwise unable to focus on the Brainscape app itself.

Of course, the most effective way to study is to use Brainscape's adaptive web & mobile flashcards app, which covers comprehensive background knowledge pulled from all the top bar exam prep courses. Remember that you can learn more about it at http://bit.ly/brainscapeMBE .

Best of luck on your studies!

In this podcast, we read you 10 key questions & answers that give you important background knowledge of Contract Law: Performance, which is critical to the more detailed questions that might arise on the Bar Exam.

For example:

0:37 -- What is the difference between a condition vs. a promise?
1:07 -- Define 'condition precedent'
2:31 -- If the satisfaction of one party is listed as an express condition, what standard is used?
3:35 -- At common law, under what 3 circumstances can a failed express condition be excused?

These podcasts are perfect for "passive studying" while you're exercising, cooking, cleaning, commuting, or otherwise unable to focus on the Brainscape app itself.

Of course, the most effective way to study is to use Brainscape's adaptive web & mobile flashcards app, which covers comprehensive background knowledge pulled from all the top bar exam prep courses. Remember that you can learn more about it at http://bit.ly/brainscapeMBE .

Best of luck on your studies!

In this podcast, we read you 10 key questions & answers that give you important background knowledge of Constitutional Law: Separation of Powers, which is critical to the more detailed questions that might arise on the Bar Exam.

For example:

0:20 -- What are the sources of Congressional power in the Constitution?
0:39 -- Does Congress have federal police power to promote the general welfare of the states?
3:30 -- Can Congress regulate via its taxing power?
3:50 -- Define 'indirect tax'

These podcasts are perfect for "passive studying" while you're exercising, cooking, cleaning, commuting, or otherwise unable to focus on the Brainscape app itself.

Of course, the most effective way to study is to use Brainscape's adaptive web & mobile flashcards app, which covers comprehensive background knowledge pulled from all the top bar exam prep courses. Remember that you can learn more about it at http://bit.ly/brainscapeMBE .

Best of luck on your studies!

In this podcast, we read you 10 key questions & answers that give you important background knowledge of Civil Procedure: Erie & Injunctions, which is critical to the more detailed questions that might arise on the Bar Exam.

For example:

0:18 -- What is the Erie doctrine?
0:58 -- What's the difference between procedural and substantive law?
2:09 -- For Erie analysis, if the law is something in the middle, how do you determine which law to apply?
3:40 -- As a general rule, are choice of law rules substantive or procedural?

These podcasts are perfect for "passive studying" while you're exercising, cooking, cleaning, commuting, or otherwise unable to focus on the Brainscape app itself.

Of course, the most effective way to study is to use Brainscape's adaptive web & mobile flashcards app, which covers comprehensive background knowledge pulled from all the top bar exam prep courses. Remember that you can learn more about it at http://bit.ly/brainscapeMBE .

Best of luck on your studies!

In this podcast, we read you 10 key questions & answers that give you important background knowledge of Civil Procedure: Pleadings & Parties, which is critical to the more detailed questions that might arise on the Bar Exam.

For example:

0:18 -- What is a complaint and what must it contain?
1:38 -- What must an answer contain?
3:26 -- What is a 12(b)(6) motion and what is the deadline for filing?
3:57 -- What is a 12(c) motion and the deadline for filing?

These podcasts are perfect for "passive studying" while you're exercising, cooking, cleaning, commuting, or otherwise unable to focus on the Brainscape app itself.

Of course, the most effective way to study is to use Brainscape's adaptive web & mobile flashcards app, which covers comprehensive background knowledge pulled from all the top bar exam prep courses. Remember that you can learn more about it at http://bit.ly/brainscapeMBE .

Best of luck on your studies!

In this podcast, we read you 10 key questions & answers that give you important background knowledge of Civil Procedure: Discovery, which is critical to the more detailed questions that might arise on the Bar Exam.

For example:

0:18 -- What is discovery and what are the two main categories?
2:40 -- When is information considered relevant for discovery purposes?
3:00 -- What is a Rule 26(f) conference?
3:37 -- What is the deadline to hold a Rule 26(f) conference?

These podcasts are perfect for "passive studying" while you're exercising, cooking, cleaning, commuting, or otherwise unable to focus on the Brainscape app itself.

Of course, the most effective way to study is to use Brainscape's adaptive web & mobile flashcards app, which covers comprehensive background knowledge pulled from all the top bar exam prep courses. Remember that you can learn more about it at http://bit.ly/brainscapeMBE .

Best of luck on your studies!

In this podcast, we read you 10 key questions & answers that give you important background knowledge of Civil Procedure: Pretrial Adjudication, which is critical to the more detailed questions that might arise on the Bar Exam.

For example:

0:39 -- When may P voluntarily dismiss an action without a court order?
2:47 -- What is involuntary dismissal under Rule 41(b)?
3:27 -- What is a default under Rule 55(a)?
4:14 -- Difference between a default and a default judgment?

These podcasts are perfect for "passive studying" while you're exercising, cooking, cleaning, commuting, or otherwise unable to focus on the Brainscape app itself.

Of course, the most effective way to study is to use Brainscape's adaptive web & mobile flashcards app, which covers comprehensive background knowledge pulled from all the top bar exam prep courses. Remember that you can learn more about it at http://bit.ly/brainscapeMBE .

Best of luck on your studies!

In this podcast, we read you 10 key questions & answers that give you important background knowledge of Constitutional Law: Executive Powers, which is critical to the more detailed questions that might arise on the Bar Exam.

For example:

0:20 -- What are the main powers of the President?
1:01 -- What are inferior officers and how can they be appointed?
2:33 -- Can Congress limit the President's removal power?
2:56 -- When can federal judges be removed?

These podcasts are perfect for "passive studying" while you're exercising, cooking, cleaning, commuting, or otherwise unable to focus on the Brainscape app itself.

Of course, the most effective way to study is to use Brainscape's adaptive web & mobile flashcards app, which covers comprehensive background knowledge pulled from all the top bar exam prep courses. Remember that you can learn more about it at http://bit.ly/brainscapeMBE .

Best of luck on your studies!

In this podcast, we read you 10 key questions & answers that give you important background knowledge of Civil Procedure: Appeals & Preclusion, which is critical to the more detailed questions that might arise on the Bar Exam.

For example:

0:18 -- What is the deadline to file a notice of appeal?
0:43 -- Which courts can hear appeals from the district courts?
2:17 -- What interlocutory orders are appealable as a matter of right?
2:45 -- Can a district court order an interlocutory appeal?

These podcasts are perfect for "passive studying" while you're exercising, cooking, cleaning, commuting, or otherwise unable to focus on the Brainscape app itself.

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In this podcast, we read you 10 key questions & answers that give you important background knowledge of Constitutional Law: Federal Judicial System, which is critical to the more detailed questions that might arise on the Bar Exam.

For example:

1:26 -- The Supreme Court has what two types of jurisdiction?
2:15 -- Can Congress modify the Supreme Court's original jurisdiction?
2:33 -- What are the 2 ways for the Supreme Court to hear an appellate case?
3:50 -- What is the exception to the adequate and independent state grounds rule?

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In this podcast, we read you 10 key questions & answers that give you important background knowledge of Constitutional Law: Due Process, which is critical to the more detailed questions that might arise on the Bar Exam.

For example:

0:25 -- Does the Constitution protect against wrongful conduct by the government or private citizens?
1:24 -- To whom does the Bill of Rights apply?
2:03 -- What is the reverse incorporation doctrine?
3:32 -- What are the requirements for strict and intermediate scrutiny?

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In this podcast, we read you 10 key questions & answers that give you important background knowledge of Constitutional Law: Individual Liberties, which is critical to the more detailed questions that might arise on the Bar Exam.

For example:

0:20 -- Define Free Exercise Clause
1:37 -- What is the 3-part test to determine whether a law violates the Establishment Clause?
2:21 -- When is government aid to private religious schools allowed?
2:50 -- Are tax deductions given to parents of students in religious schools constitutional?

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In this podcast, we read you 10 key questions & answers that give you important background knowledge of Contract Law: Defenses to Formation, which is critical to the more detailed questions that might arise on the Bar Exam.

For example:

1:05 -- What are the 10 defenses to contract formation and enforceability?
2:01 -- Who can void a contract with a minor?
2:45 -- If a minor breaches a K for necessities, what can the other party recover?
3:44 -- When is a person considered mentally incompetent to enter into a contract?

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In this podcast, we read you 10 key questions & answers that give you important background knowledge of Contract Law: Third Party, which is critical to the more detailed questions that might arise on the Bar Exam.

For example:

0:19 -- Define third party beneficiary
2:20 -- What are the incidental beneficiary's rights under the contract?
3:50 -- When do the interests of an intended third party beneficiary vest?
4:33 -- What is the consequence of an intended third party beneficiary's rights vesting?

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In this podcast, we read you 10 key questions & answers that give you important background knowledge of Criminal Law: Fundamentals, which is critical to the more detailed questions that might arise on the Bar Exam.

For example:

0:18 -- What are the elements required to prove a crime?
1:26 -- Are habitual acts (conditioned reactions) considered voluntary acts?
2:12 -- Do involuntary acts satisfy the actus reus?
3:25 -- Under what circumstances is there a legal duty to act?

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In this podcast, we read you 10 key questions & answers that give you important background knowledge of Criminal Law: Property Crimes, which is critical to the more detailed questions that might arise on the Bar Exam.

For example:

0:18 -- What intent is required for theft offenses?
2:44 -- Can you be guilty of larceny if you are in lawful possession of the object at the time of taking?
3:38 -- How does the MPC treat lost and mislaid property?
4:17 -- What are the elements of larceny by trick?

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In this podcast, we read you 10 key questions & answers that give you important background knowledge of Criminal Law: Inchoate Crimes, which is critical to the more detailed questions that might arise on the Bar Exam.

For example:

0:35 -- What is the mens rea for attempt?
1:14 -- Can you be charged with attempt for strict liability crimes or crimes that have a mens rea of recklessness or negligence?
2:51 -- Under the MPC, what is the substantial step test?
3:13 -- Does mere preparation qualify as a substantial step?

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In this podcast, we read you 10 key questions & answers that give you important background knowledge of Criminal Procedure: Arrests, which is critical to the more detailed questions that might arise on the Bar Exam.

For example:

0:52 -- What are 4 key questions you should ask when approaching a 4th Amendment question?
1:27 -- When will actions by a private individual trigger the 4th Amendment?
3:34 -- Does an illegal arrest prevent the government from prosecuting D?
4:00 -- When can the police stop an automobile?

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In this podcast, we read you 10 key questions & answers that give you important background knowledge of Criminal Procedure: Right to Counsel, which is critical to the more detailed questions that might arise on the Bar Exam.

For example:

0:40 -- When does a suspect have a right to counsel for a lineup or showup?
1:52 -- What is the remedy when a post-charge, in-person lineup occurs without counsel present?
2:22 -- When do pre-trial identification procedures violate due process?
3:12 -- What are examples of impermissibly suggestive lineups?

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In this podcast, we read you 10 key questions & answers that give you important background knowledge of Criminal Procedure: Trial Rights, which is critical to the more detailed questions that might arise on the Bar Exam.

For example:

1:01 -- Are witnesses entitled to Miranda warnings in a grand jury proceeding?
1:43 -- Does D have a right to present evidence or confront witnesses in a grand jury proceeding?
2:11 -- What rights does a witness have in a grand jury proceeding?
2:57 -- Can a grand jury hear evidence that would be inadmissible at trial?

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In this podcast, we read you 10 key questions & answers that give you important background knowledge of Criminal Procedure: 8th Amendment, which is critical to the more detailed questions that might arise on the Bar Exam.

For example:

0:17 -- What is the 8th Amendment?
0:36 -- Does the 8th Amendment apply to states?
1:24 -- Does applying a harsher sentence to a repeat offender violate the 8th Amendment?
1:47 -- Can D be incarcerated solely for his inability to pay a fine?

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In this podcast, we read you 10 key questions & answers that give you important background knowledge of Civil Procedure: Jurisdiction & Venue, which is critical to the more detailed questions that might arise on the Bar Exam.
For example:
0:18 -- Define subject matter jurisdiction (SMJ)

1:36 -- What is the well-pleaded complaint rule? 3:29 -- Where is a corporation's principal place of business? 4:24 -- An unincorporated association is a citizen of which state?

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In this podcast, we read you 10 key questions & answers that give you important background knowledge of Criminal Law: Homicide, which is critical to the more detailed questions that might arise on the Bar Exam.

For example:

0:35 -- What is the actus reus and mens rea for common law murders?
1:14 -- How is malice established?
2:51 -- What are the elements of felony murder?
3:13 -- What are inherently dangerous felonies?

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In this podcast, we read you 10 key questions & answers that give you important background knowledge of Contract Law: Statute of Frauds, which is critical to the more detailed questions that might arise on the Bar Exam.

For example:

1:07 -- When does performance satisfy the SOF?
2:40 -- Does mutual promise to marry, without consideration, fall within the SOF?
3:03 -- For K's incapable of being performed within a year, when does the one-year period start?
3:49 -- What happens if K is fully or partially performed before one-year is up?

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In this podcast, we read you 10 key questions & answers that give you important background knowledge of Criminal Law: Defenses, which is critical to the more detailed questions that might arise on the Bar Exam.

For example:

0:18 -- What are the two general types of defenses?
1:35 -- Define Irresistible Impulse test
4:05 -- When can first aggressors claim self-defense?
4:41 -- Can V act negligently when using self-defense?

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In this podcast, we read you 10 key questions & answers that give you important background knowledge of Contract Law: Remedies, which is critical to the more detailed questions that might arise on the Bar Exam.

For example:

0:20 -- What are the 3 types of compensatory damages?
1:00 -- How do you calculate expectation damages?
1:30 -- Can expectation damages be speculative?
3:38 -- A buyer of goods is entitled to what types of compensatory damages?

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In this podcast, we read you 10 key questions & answers that give you important background knowledge of Civil Procedure: Jury Trials, which is critical to the more detailed questions that might arise on the Bar Exam.

For example:

0:18 -- When does a party have a right to a jury trial?
0:44 -- If both legal and equitable relief is sought, does the right to a jury exist?
1:03 -- How can a party demand a jury trial?
2:44 -- Do jury verdicts need to be unanimous?

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In this podcast, we read you 10 key questions & answers that give you important background knowledge of Constitutional Law: Federalism, which is critical to the more detailed questions that might arise on the Bar Exam.

For example:

0:36 -- What is the Supremacy Clause?
1:05 -- When does federal law expressly preempt state law?
2:09 -- Can states create laws that are more rigorous than those set by the federal government?
3:48 -- Under the Dormant Commerce clause, when are regulations that discriminate against out-of-state actors valid?

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In this podcast, we read you 10 key questions & answers that give you important background knowledge of Contract Law: UCC Performance, which is critical to the more detailed questions that might arise on the Bar Exam.

For example:

0:18 -- What is a seller's obligation under the UCC?
2:25 -- In non-carrier cases, who bears the risk of loss (ROL)?
3:12 -- When can a party request an assurance of performance?
4:02 -- What is the perfect tender rule?

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In this podcast, we read you 10 key questions & answers that give you important background knowledge of Contract Law: Interpretation, which is critical to the more detailed questions that might arise on the Bar Exam.

For example:

1:00 -- Define partially integrated K
1:40 -- What constitutes prior dealings for the purposes of the parol evidence rule?
2:55 -- Does parol evidence bar admission of subsequent agreements?
2:21 -- When does the parol evidence rule not apply?

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In this podcast, we read you 10 key questions & answers that give you important background knowledge of Constitutional Law: Equal Protection, which is critical to the more detailed questions that might arise on the Bar Exam.

For example:

0:20 -- What is the Equal Protection Clause?
1:04 -- How do you distinguish due process from equal protection issues?
2:50 -- What are quasi-suspect classifications?
3:49 -- What are 3 ways that Plaintiff can show a classification is discriminatory?

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