Widener Law Commonwealth's Podcast

Cafecito with LALSA (Latin American Law Student Association) is a student run podcast where traditional and non-traditional law students come together to share their unique journeys through law school. Hear the voices of minority students as they discuss their challenges and triumphs, and listen to diverse perspectives on a wide range of topics. Tune in for a dynamic conversation that reflects the rich tapestry of the Widener Law Commonwealth student experience.

Watch the video version on WLC's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wRVKVR_r-X4. 

Timestamps:

00:30 Episode Start
00:46 Introductions
01:30 Year in Review and Law School Reflections
09:35 First Vacation Spot After the Bar Exam
10:10 Love in Harrisburg
12:28 Mental Health During Bar Prep
19:06 What's One Thing You'll Miss Most
22:38 Advice for Current and Future Law Students
32:07 Bar Coaches and General Classroom/Exam Experiences
38:30 What Type of Law Do You Want to Practice
42:42 Regrets
45:05 Would You Come Back to Visit in 10 Years
47:33 Student Org Leadership Transition Meetings
54:47 Favorite Class
59:19 Goodbye
59:40 How Would You Like to Be Remembered

Episode Transcript (PDF)

Cafecito with LALSA Episode 6: This episode features Giselle Barragan (LALSA President), Kevin Ezeuzoh (BLSA President) and Ashley Varughese (APALSA President). Tune in to hear about their experiences and struggles as Widener Law Commonwealth students.

Find the audio version of the podcast on your favorite podcast app.

Widener University Commonwealth Law School is the Pennsylvania capital’s only law school, with three specialized centers of legal scholarship through its Law & Government Institute, Environmental Law and Sustainability Center, and Business Advising Program. Widener Law Commonwealth offers an exceptional learning experience that is personal, practical, and professional. Visit commonwealthlaw.widener.edu for more information.

Music Credit: "Latin Groove" by Vogel Audio https://www.pond5.com/artist/vogelaudio

Cafecito with LALSA (Latin American Law Student Association) is a student run podcast where traditional and non-traditional law students come together to share their unique journeys through law school. Hear the voices of minority students as they discuss their challenges and triumphs, and listen to diverse perspectives on a wide range of topics. Tune in for a dynamic conversation that reflects the rich tapestry of the Widener Law Commonwealth student experience. 

Watch the video version on WLC's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YMC_ZljFyTU. 

Cafecito with LALSA Episode 5 featuring Law School Moms: This episode features Giselle Barragan (LALSA President) having a conversation with Gabrielle Spisak and Helene Hess. Tune in to hear about their experiences and struggles as Widener Law Commonwealth students who became first time moms during law school.

Timestamps

00:34 Episode Start

01:28 Experience Having a Baby in Law School

04:18 Stress Levels Being Pregnant During Law School

06:40 Cravings While Pregnant

07:59 Would You Change Anything

11:35 Kids' Activities

12:50 It Takes a Village

15:30 Motivation

16:30 Mental Health, Changing Identities, and Coping Strategies

30:04 Bar Exam

38:00 Social Media as Moms

41:00 No Regrets

43:00 Balancing Work and Family

47:57 Maternal Instincts

48:22 Advice for Other Law School Parents

50:36 Babies' Sleep Issues

52:48 More Advice

1:01:39 Shoutout to Don

1:02:35 Other Moms at Widener Law Commonwealth 

Widener University Commonwealth Law School is the Pennsylvania capital’s only law school, with three specialized centers of legal scholarship through its Law & Government Institute, Environmental Law and Sustainability Center, and Business Advising Program. Widener Law Commonwealth offers an exceptional learning experience that is personal, practical, and professional. Visit commonwealthlaw.widener.edu for more information.

Music Credit: "Latin Groove" by Vogel Audio https://www.pond5.com/artist/vogelaudio

Cafecito with LALSA (Latin American Law Student Association) is a student run podcast where traditional and non-traditional law students come together to share their unique journeys through law school. Hear the voices of minority students as they discuss their challenges and triumphs, and listen to diverse perspectives on a wide range of topics. Tune in for a dynamic conversation that reflects the rich tapestry of the Widener Law Commonwealth student experience.

Watch the video version on WLC's YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/57QoUWs0PDY

Timestamps

1:43 OUTLaw Overiew 
6:17 LGBTQ+ Experiences at WLC
8:37 Reese's Backstory
16:11 Molly's Backstory
22:43 Pronouns Discussion
27:26 Mental Health in Law School
38:00 American Constitution Society
42:09 Controversial Topics Within the LGBTQ+ Community
1:05:45 Favorite Professors

Episode Transcript (PDF)

Cafecito with LALSA Episode 4 featuring OUTLaw: This episode features Giselle Barragan (LALSA President) and Tommy Begley (LALSA Treasurer) having a conversation with Reese Rosso (OUTLaw President) and Molly Sanders (OUTLaw Vice-President). Tune in to hear about their experiences and struggles as Widener Law Commonwealth students. 

Widener University Commonwealth Law School is the Pennsylvania capital’s only law school, with three specialized centers of legal scholarship through its Law & Government Institute, Environmental Law and Sustainability Center, and Business Advising Program. Widener Law Commonwealth offers an exceptional learning experience that is personal, practical, and professional. Visit commonwealthlaw.widener.edu for more information.

Music Credit: "Latin Groove" by Vogel Audio https://www.pond5.com/artist/vogelaudio

Cafecito with LALSA (Latin American Law Student Association) is a student run podcast where traditional and non-traditional law students come together to share their unique journeys through law school. Hear the voices of minority students as they discuss their challenges and triumphs, and listen to diverse perspectives on a wide range of topics. Tune in for a dynamic conversation that reflects the rich tapestry of the Widener Law Commonwealth student experience.

Watch the video version of this episode on WLC's YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/4yYzlzPhBQw 

Timestamps

0:00 Episode Teaser
0:33 Episode Start
1:25 APALSA Generally
7:32 Struggles as First Generation Law Students
10:32 Managing Stress and Mental Health Issues
17:25 Changes in How Older Generations View and Approach Mental Health Awareness
22:48 Why Law School and How Female Lawyers are Viewed by Certain People
29:33 What Type of Law Do You Want to Practice?
31:54 Internship Obstacles as a Person of Color
33:55 Lost in Translation: Language Quirks
37:00 Finding Your Community in Law School: Fears and Experiences
40:00 APALSA Events and its Future

Cafecito with LALSA Episode 3 featuring APALSA (Asian-Pacific American Law Student Association): This episode features Angelica Alonso (LALSA member) and Katrina Perea (LALSA member) having a conversation with Ashley Varughese (APALSA President) and Sneha Henry (APALSA Treasurer). Tune in to hear about their experiences and struggles as minority Widener Law Commonwealth students.

Audio Transcript (PDF)

Find the audio version of the podcast on your favorite podcast app.

Widener University Commonwealth Law School is the Pennsylvania capital’s only law school, with three specialized centers of legal scholarship through its Law & Government Institute, Environmental Law and Sustainability Center, and Business Advising Program. Widener Law Commonwealth offers an exceptional learning experience that is personal, practical, and professional. Visit commonwealthlaw.widener.edu for more information.

Music Credit: "Latin Groove" by Vogel Audio https://www.pond5.com/artist/vogelaudio

Host Tara Mead announces her departure and gives a programming update. 

Cafecito with LALSA (Latin American Law Student Association) is a student run podcast where traditional and non-traditional law students come together to share their unique journeys through law school. Hear the voices of minority students as they discuss their challenges and triumphs, and listen to diverse perspectives on a wide range of topics. Tune in for a dynamic conversation that reflects the rich tapestry of the Widener Law Commonwealth student experience.

Watch the video version of this episode on WLC's YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/TUi4VDdnltw.

Timestamps
0:00 Episode Teaser
0:38 Episode Start
1:11 BLSA Generally
3:56 Mentorship and Struggles Finding a Community in Law School
10:18 Managing Mental Health
13:42 What Made You Come to Law School
16:22 Working from Home v Going to the Office
18:54 Topics Impacting the Black Community
26:44 Using Social Media In Law School
30:27 Bear Hunting
32:22 Video Games
36:09 Willie the Dog
37:06 Briefing a Case in Law School
39:12 Favorite Professors
41:52 What Doesn't Kill you Makes You Stronger Mentality
45:09 For 250K, would you become a 1L again?
48:28 Barbri Coach Kevin kcezeuzoh@widener.edu
49:21 "Final" Remarks
51:23 Halloween
54:57 Episode End

Cafecito with LALSA Episode 2: This episode features Giselle Barragan (LALSA President) and Tommy Begley (LALSA Treasurer) having a conversation with Kevin Ezeuzoh (BLSA President) and Richard Dixon (BLSA Social Media Rep). Tune in to hear about their experiences and struggles as black Widener Law Commonwealth students.

Audio Transcript (PDF) 

Widener University Commonwealth Law School is the Pennsylvania capital’s only law school, with three specialized centers of legal scholarship through its Law & Government Institute, Environmental Law and Sustainability Center, and Business Advising Program. Widener Law Commonwealth offers an exceptional learning experience that is personal, practical, and professional. Visit commonwealthlaw.widener.edu for more information.

Music Credit: "Latin Groove" by Vogel Audio

https://www.pond5.com/artist/vogelaudio

It's something law students know is in their future — the Bar. In this podcast, host Tara Mead checks in with Widener Law Commonwealth's Director of Bar Success Jamie Zadra and discusses the ways she helps students prepare for one of the most important exams of their career. 

Episode Transcript (PDF)

Metioned in this Episode

Jamie Zadra's Contact Informatoin
717-541-3919
jlzadra@widener.edu

Widener University Commonwealth Law School is the Pennsylvania capital’s only law school, with three specialized centers of legal scholarship through its Law & Government Institute, Environmental Law and Sustainability Center, and Business Advising Program. Widener Law Commonwealth offers an exceptional learning experience that is personal, practical, and professional. Visit commonwealthlaw.widener.edu for more information.

Music Credit: LeChuckz

Cafecito with LALSA (Latin American Law Student Association) is a student run podcast where traditional and non-traditional law students come together to share their unique journeys through law school. Hear the voices of minority students as they discuss their challenges and triumphs, and listen to diverse perspectives on a wide range of topics. Tune in for a dynamic conversation that reflects the rich tapestry of the Widener Law Commonwealth student experience. 

Episode 1: This introduction episode features Giselle Barragan (LALSA President), Lilianel Mullenex (LALSA Vice President) and Tommy Begley (LALSA Treasurer). Tune in to hear about their experiences and struggles as first generation, Latin-American, Widener Commonwealth Law students.

Watch the video version of this episode on WLC's YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/wgFYEs9THz0. 

Timestamps

0:00 Episode Teaser 

0:45 Episode Start

7:16 Learn about LALSA

14:50 First Generation Law Students

23:02 Mental Health in Law School

30:48 What's Coming Up

Audio Transcript (PDF) 

Widener University Commonwealth Law School is the Pennsylvania capital’s only law school, with three specialized centers of legal scholarship through its Law & Government Institute, Environmental Law and Sustainability Center, and Business Advising Program. Widener Law Commonwealth offers an exceptional learning experience that is personal, practical, and professional. Visit commonwealthlaw.widener.edu for more information.

Music Credit: "Latin Groove" by Vogel Audio

https://www.pond5.com/artist/vogelaudio

Externships are a great way for our law students to gain experience and make vital connections to help them navigate their future legal careers.

On this edition of our podcast, host Tara Mead talks with Air Force First Lt. Julia Harrelson, who discusses externship opportunities through the Air Force Judge Advocate General Corps, including what criteria must be met before applying, and the benefits of completing this type of externship while in law school. 

Episode Transcript (PDF)

Metioned in this Episode

Air Force JAG Recruiting Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/USAFJAG/

Widener University Commonwealth Law School is the Pennsylvania capital’s only law school, with three specialized centers of legal scholarship through its Law & Government Institute, Environmental Law and Sustainability Center, and Business Advising Program. Widener Law Commonwealth offers an exceptional learning experience that is personal, practical, and professional. Visit commonwealthlaw.widener.edu for more information.

Music Credit: LeChuckz