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Status Check with Spivey

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Hosted by Mike Spivey, founder and CEO of the Spivey Consulting Group, and Anna Hicks-Jaco, President of Spivey Consulting's law school admissions division. Status Check covers life and well-being plus all things law school and admissions. Our admissions advice comes from our Spivey Consulting team—who collectively have over 250 years of experience working in law school admissions offices, includi... more

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In this episode of Status Check with Spivey, we take questions from Reddit! Mike Spivey, Mike Burns, and Anna Hicks-Jaco discuss just how slow this cycle is (10:19) and how that might impact late-cycle applicants (6:47), why law schools place applica... more

In this episode of Status Check with Spivey, Mike has a conversation with Dr. Nita Farahany—speaker, author, Duke Law Distinguished Professor, and the Founding Director of the Duke Initiative for Science & Society—on the future of artificial intellig... more

In this episode of Status Check with Spivey, Dr. Guy Winch returns to the podcast for a conversation about his new book, Mind Over Grind: How to Break Free When Work Hijacks Your Life. They discuss burnout (especially for those in school or their ear... more

In this episode of Status Check with Spivey, Mike interviews General David Petraeus, former director of the Central Intelligence Agency and Four-Star General in the United States Army. He is currently a Partner at KKR, Chairman of the KKR Global Inst... more

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Recent Guests

General David H. Petraeus
Former four-star general, former director of the CIA
Episode: Leadership with General David H. Petraeus
Dayna Matthew
Dean of George Washington Law School.
George Washington Law School
Episode: GW Law Dean Dayna Matthew on Law School Admissions, Employment, & the Future of Legal Education
Kristin Shea
Director of Graduate and Law Financial Aid at Syracuse University College of Law
Syracuse University College of Law
Episode: Financial Aid & Student Loans After the "Big Beautiful Bill," with Sydney Montgomery & Kristin Shea
Sydney Montgomery
Executive Director and Founder of Barrier Breakers, champion for upward mobility in education
Barrier Breakers
Episode: Financial Aid & Student Loans After the "Big Beautiful Bill," with Sydney Montgomery & Kristin Shea
Elizabeth Vargas
Award-winning journalist and anchor of Elizabeth Vargas Reports on NewsNation
NewsNation
Episode: Elizabeth Vargas, Journalist and News Anchor, on Overcoming Professional Setbacks and Coping with Anxiety
Shasta Fields
Practicing environmental lawyer and former client of Spivey Consulting
Shute Mahalian Weinberger
Episode: Former Law School Applicants & Aspiring Environmental Lawyers: Where Are They Now?
Dave Killoran
CEO of PowerScore, expert in LSAT preparation and testing integrity
PowerScore
Episode: The LSAT Cheating Scandal, with the Whistleblower & PowerScore CEO Dave Killoran
Trey Cox
Co-chair of Gibson Dunn's Global Litigation Practice
Gibson Dunn
Episode: Interview with a Biglaw Partner: Trey Cox, Gibson Dunn Co-Chair of Global Litigation Practice
Natalie Blazer
Assistant Dean for Admissions at UVA School of Law
University of Virginia School of Law
Episode: UVA Law Admissions Dean Natalie Blazer on the 2025-26 Cycle, Rising LSATs/GPAs, the "Why UVA" & More

Hosts

Mike Spivey
Founder/CEO, Spivey Consulting Group; frequent host covering law school admissions, career strategy, and industry trends.
Anna Hicks-Jaco
President of Spivey Consulting's law school admissions division; leads episodes on interviews, applications, and admissions strategy.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 153 ratings
  • Gold for law applicants

    Mike is a very kind guy who gives advice that would save a lot of future students time / money on researching how to get into law school.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    @gremck
    United States3 years ago
  • Great podcast

    Love this podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LouAkr
    United States5 years ago
  • Great interviews!

    This is so good. Totally worth exploring.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nonibbity
    United States5 years ago
  • Your interview with Dr Gabor Mate

    This was very profound, so glad You had him on the podcast. Doctors, new parents, young adults should be aware of his findings. He is absolutely the best to explain a lot of the problems we as human race have. Thanks for this!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mesmerizas
    United States5 years ago
  • Biased but Good

    Good podcast but very liberal bias both in structure and content of the stories. Season 1 is the best, Season 2 the bias becomes a lot more clear, and everyone says not to listen to Season 3. If you’re interested in the truth, look up the cases on oyez.org or check out a basic con law book. The podcast’s legal editor (Elly?) is the most extreme and too often he is presented as objective or a reasonable person on one side.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MLS11MLS
    United States6 years ago

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Listeners frequently praise diverse guest expertise and clear guidance on admissions processes.
Some critiques note perceived liberal bias in coverage or framing in certain seasons.
Positive impressions of practical, actionable advice for law school applicants.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

AI Law and Policy Expert & Duke Law Prof. Dr. Nita Farahany on Our AI-Driven Future
Q: If someone were to submit in your class a paper written by AI, how confident are you that you would detect it?
Dr. Farahany expressed that it varies depending on the extent of AI involvement in the writing; she would likely have a gut instinct against a completely AI-generated paper and utilizes multiple AI detection tools in her evaluation.
Leadership with General David H. Petraeus
Q: What would be something you would look for in someone young trying to enter your realm?
Achievements that matter, both academically and interpersonally, alongside a strong track record of performance and teamwork, are essential.
Leadership with General David H. Petraeus
Q: Was there any point in your career where you felt overwhelmed or experienced imposter syndrome?
While there was significant hard work required to achieve success, Petraeus did not view his experiences as overwhelming, but rather as necessary preparations for leadership roles.
Leadership with General David H. Petraeus
Q: How does one become a leader? How does one develop different leadership styles?
A leader should adapt their style to bring out the best in each direct report, depending on their individual needs and the requirements of the organization.
Interview Strategy Deep Dive with Former Law School Admissions Officers
Q: What are the specific traits and qualities applicants should try to demonstrate through their interviews?
Applicants should demonstrate positivity, enthusiasm, confidence, professionalism, depth, self-awareness, humility, and community engagement to make a strong impression during interviews.

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What is Status Check with Spivey about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A practical, practitioner-driven show about law school admissions, test prep, financial aid, and the evolving legal education landscape. Episodes synthesize insights from admissions officers, deans, and practicing lawyers to help applicants navigate waitlists, scholarships, and deadlines, while also exploring broader topics like interview strategies, networking, and the impact of policy changes on cost and access. The format often pairs actionable tips with candid discussions about the realities of applying to law school, the hiring landscape for new lawyers, and the role of technology and ethics in admissions. A notable strength is the heavy emphasis on real-world processes—from negotiating merit aid to understanding the FAFSA-like implica... more

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Recent guests on Status Check with Spivey include:

1. General David H. Petraeus
2. Dayna Matthew
3. Kristin Shea
4. Sydney Montgomery
5. Elizabeth Vargas
6. Shasta Fields
7. Dave Killoran
8. Trey Cox

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