Episodes

  • Reflecting on the 2L Recruit
    Dec 23 2024

    On the last episode of Season 3 of Beyond the Briefcase, your hosts reflect upon the 2L recruit. Now with summer placements (and hopefully articles!) lined up, Sarah and Meg catch you up on their experiences with OCIs, Call Day, and Interview Week.

    Disclaimer: What Sarah and Meg say is wholly their personal opinions and experiences. By no means will this reflect your experience going through the 2L job recruit. As your hosts will share - no two experiences in the recruit are the same!


    Sarah and Meg predominantly participated in the Toronto private law firm recruit. They did not apply for positions in government, with fellowships and clinics, or out of province in Canada. Please speak to your career development office for insight and advice that will best anticipate and suit your concerns and intentions.


    This marks the end of Season 3. If you've made it this far, thank you so much for your support :)

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    Please note that the views and opinions expressed in this episode are our own and do not necessarily reflect those of our law school or any past guests/future guests on our podcast.

    This episode was recorded by Meg Zhang, and produced by Adam Green.

    Music: "Sunset Strip" by audionautix.com

    See you next week,

    Sarah and Meg

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    56 mins
  • Pillow Talk: Health and Law School
    Dec 16 2024

    In this episode of Beyond the Briefcase, Sarah and Meg chat about a topic near and dear to their hearts: navigating personal health emergencies and law school. They talk candidly about what they went through this summer (cancer and POTS!) and what they did to make the most of their summer placements and school years.

    Support the podcast!
    Follow us on our socials
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    Don't hesitate to contact us if there are some topics you would like covered on the show! We would love to hear from you.

    Please note that the views and opinions expressed in this episode are our own and do not necessarily reflect those of our law school or any past guests/future guests on our podcast.

    This episode was recorded by Meg Zhang, and produced by Adam Green.

    Music: "Sunset Strip" by audionautix.com

    See you next week,

    Sarah and Meg

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    34 mins
  • Upper Year Extracurriculars
    Dec 9 2024

    How seriously should you approach extracurriculars in your upper years of law school? In this episode of Beyond the Briefcase, Sarah and Meg chat about how many extracurriculars they're pursuing, and their philosophy on juggling school, research, volunteering, and work.

    Support the podcast!
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    Don't hesitate to contact us if there are some topics you would like covered on the show! We would love to hear from you.

    Please note that the views and opinions expressed in this episode are our own and do not necessarily reflect those of our law school or any past guests/future guests on our podcast.

    This episode was recorded by Meg Zhang, and produced by Adam Green.

    Music: "Sunset Strip" by audionautix.com

    See you next week,

    Sarah and Meg

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    21 mins
  • Pillow Talk: Staying Motivated as an Upper Year Law Student
    Dec 2 2024

    It's another Pillow Talk! In this episode of Beyond the Briefcase, Sarah and Meg chat about staying motivated as law students in the upper years of the program.

    Support the podcast!
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    Give us a 5-star rating and subscribe for more.
    Don't hesitate to contact us if there are some topics you would like covered on the show! We would love to hear from you.

    Please note that the views and opinions expressed in this episode are our own and do not necessarily reflect those of our law school or any past guests/future guests on our podcast.

    This episode was recorded by Meg Zhang, and produced by Adam Green.

    Music: "Sunset Strip" by audionautix.com

    See you next week,

    Sarah and Meg

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    23 mins
  • Upper Year Course Selection
    Nov 25 2024

    In this episode of Beyond the Briefcase, Sarah and Meg chat about how they selected their 2L courses (using a certain algorithmic software which shall not be named...). They explore what to consider when balancing one's academic year - from the recruit to studying abroad to being able to have a four-day weekend!

    Support the podcast!
    Follow us on our socials
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    Don't hesitate to contact us if there are some topics you would like covered on the show! We would love to hear from you.

    Please note that the views and opinions expressed in this episode are our own and do not necessarily reflect those of our law school or any past guests/future guests on our podcast.

    This episode was recorded by Meg Zhang, and produced by Adam Green.

    Music: "Sunset Strip" by audionautix.com

    See you next week,

    Sarah and Meg

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    23 mins
  • Now with some Hindsight... What to Consider when Applying to Law School
    Nov 18 2024

    We began this show chatting about how to get into law school. In this episode of Beyond the Briefcase, we revisit the subject, now halfway through the program, and with plenty of 20/20 hindsight!

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    Don't hesitate to contact us if there are some topics you would like covered on the show! We would love to hear from you.

    Please note that the views and opinions expressed in this episode are our own and do not necessarily reflect those of our law school or any past guests/future guests on our podcast.

    This episode was recorded by Meg Zhang, and produced by Adam Green.

    Music: "Sunset Strip" by audionautix.com

    See you next week,

    Sarah and Meg

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    34 mins
  • Navigating 2L (Initial Thoughts and Observations)
    Nov 11 2024

    In this episode of Beyond the Briefcase, Sarah and Meg chat about their first impressions of 2L. They explore: academics, extracurriculars, and balancing work/life!

    Support the podcast!
    Follow us on our socials
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    Give us a 5-star rating and subscribe for more.
    Don't hesitate to contact us if there are some topics you would like covered on the show! We would love to hear from you.

    Please note that the views and opinions expressed in this episode are our own and do not necessarily reflect those of our law school or any past guests/future guests on our podcast.

    This episode was recorded by Meg Zhang, and produced by Adam Green.

    Music: "Sunset Strip" by audionautix.com

    See you next week,

    Sarah and Meg

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    32 mins
  • Preparing for 2L
    Nov 4 2024

    Welcome back! In this episode of Beyond the Briefcase, Sarah and Meg chat about how they prepared for their second year of law school. They explore: academics, the 2L recruit, mentorship opportunities, and social outings!

    Support the podcast!
    Follow us on our socials
    Instagram: @beyondthebriefcasepodcast

    Give us a 5-star rating and subscribe for more.
    Don't hesitate to contact us if there are some topics you would like covered on the show! We would love to hear from you.

    Please note that the views and opinions expressed in this episode are our own and do not necessarily reflect those of our law school or any past guests/future guests on our podcast.

    This episode was recorded by Meg Zhang, and produced by Adam Green.

    Music: "Sunset Strip" by audionautix.com

    See you next week,

    Sarah and Meg

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    28 mins