RTFP Episode 8: Hot Topics

RTFP Hot Topics Episode 9

On today's Episode of RTFP Maydrian and Maia discuss the latest in the legal world! Be sure to check out our other episodes! https://youtu.be/HoFTEl8mTAU?si=eeQ7YXTsMgsIVBpQhttps://youtu.be/Y27OXhCSN6I?si=6i7DDydp58_INThW https://youtu.be/mr7R4By5d1A?si=xTyh1U9sGDBFHgwS RTFP is a podcast and community built for Black pre-law students and aspiring attorneys. We talk about the real side of the journey — navigating law school, the cost of it, finding community, and keeping your why at the center of it all. The goal is to make sure the resources and mentorship we wish we had are actually accessible.Follow and Connect with RTFP Episodes → • The Raising The Five Percent Pod, Episode 1 Instagram → / raisingthefivepercent LinkedIn → / raising-the-five-percent-rtfp

RTFP Episode 8: Hot Topics

Maydrian and Maia discuss the latest in Hot Topics!

RTFP Epi. 7: Reading the Personal Statements that paid our way through law school

In this episode, Mai and I dive into one of the most important parts of the law school application process, the personal statement. We read the actual personal statements we submitted to some law schools and scholarship programs, break down what worked, what didn't, and share the mistakes we made along the way. Whether you're just starting your application or putting the finishing touches on your essays, this episode is packed with honest insights and lessons learned that we wish we'd known sooner.

Legal Hot Topics: Raising the Five Percent Pod Epi. 6

Maia and Maydrian discuss the latest legal hot topics from the protest and arrest of civil rights lawyers in Minnesota to legal protests and more!

Protecting Black Wealth with Markus Reneau

In this episode, Markus Reneau shares his journey from New Orleans to prestigious educational institutions like Yale and Howard University, discussing the challenges of navigating respectability politics and the importance of representation in the legal field. He emphasizes his commitment to protecting marginalized communities and his current pursuit of an LLM in taxation, highlighting the complexities of economic justice and legal representation. In this conversation, the speakers delve into the intersections of economic justice, civil rights, and the legal profession, particularly focusing on the challenges faced by first-generation middle-class Black individuals. They discuss the importance of education and access to legal resources, the implications of heirs property, and the need for community engagement in legal practices. Personal anecdotes highlight the significance of relatability and comfort in legal discussions, emphasizing the role of Black lawyers in bridging gaps in understanding and access to justice. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Markus Reneau 03:01 Navigating Diverse Educational Experiences 15:43 Respectability Politics in Academia 24:52 The Journey to Becoming an Attorney 35:06 Pursuing an LLM in Taxation 47:24 Navigating Economic Justice and Civil Rights 58:52 Understanding Heirs Property and Its Implications 01:10:54 The Role of Education in Legal Access 01:20:26 Personal Reflections on Legal Practice and Community