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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
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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 …
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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 evidenc…
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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 proced…
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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 -…
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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 …
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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 …
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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 calcul…
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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? The…
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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 objec…
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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 statemen…
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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 evid…
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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 -- W…
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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? 2:1…
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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…
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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 s…
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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 req…
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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 mo…
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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…
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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 transf…
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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 rig…
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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 …
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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 st…
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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 betwe…
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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 situ…
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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…
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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 is…
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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 appoin…
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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 Cou…
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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 cr…
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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 …
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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 …
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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…
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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 ter…
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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 rul…
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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 satis…
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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 expectatio…
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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 with…
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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 -- Whe…
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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:…
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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…
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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 volu…
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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 el…
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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…
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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 appreh…
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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 possessio…
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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 …
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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…
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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 state…
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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 po…
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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 presen…
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