Episodes 19
Avg. Duration 23m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 5.0 (2)
Since Jul 2025
Latest Episode Mar 2026

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Every 2 Weeks
Format
Episodic
Consistency
99%
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About This Podcast

Bar Essentials is your go-to guide for legal insight made easy. Hosted by attorney Ed Brundick, this podcast unpacks the building blocks of the law, from everyday terms like wills and contracts to broader concepts like litigation, liability, and due process. Whether you’re a curious listener, a student, or just someone who wants to feel more legally literate, Bar Essentials makes the fundamentals of law clear, relatable, and surprisingly interesting.

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Recent Episodes

S1E18 18. Keys to Car Buying

Mar 26, 2026 32m

Today on BarEssentials, Ed Brundick breaks down one of the most common financial decisions people face: how to purchase your next vehicle. He explores the pros and cons of buying new versus used,…

S1E17 17: Smart Strategies for Buying a Car

Mar 11, 2026 22m

Ed Brundick takes the wheel for a look at the economics of automobile ownership, from the early history of the modern automobile to today’s car-buying experience. Along the way, he covers financing,…

S1E16 16: A Realtor’s Perspective on Today’s Market (with Bill Maury)

Feb 25, 2026 30m

Today on Bar Essentials, Ed Brundick welcomes veteran Realtor Bill Maury for a wide-ranging conversation about today’s real estate market. They discuss current conditions, pricing and negotiation…

S1E15 15. FSBO vs. Agent-Assisted Sales

Feb 11, 2026 14m

Today on Bar Essentials, Ed Brundick discusses the realities of selling a home without a real estate agent. The conversation examines how common For Sale By Owner transactions are, why sellers choose…

S1E14 14. Homebuying Misconceptions Explained

Jan 28, 2026 21m

Homebuying misconceptions are everywhere, and many are repeated so often they sound like facts. In this episode of Bar Essentials, Ed Brundick explores 30 common myths about down payments, credit,…

S1E13 13. Behind the Loan Curtain: How Mortgage Approval Actually Works

Jan 14, 2026 23m

Most homebuyers need financing, but few understand what lenders are actually evaluating. In this episode of Bar Essentials, Ed break down the three major stages of the mortgage process:…

S1E12 12. Your Credit Score: A Financial Reputation

Dec 31, 2025 28m

In this episode, a continuation of our series on residential real estate, Ed Brundick explains why your credit score is more than just a number—it’s your financial reputation. Listeners will learn…

S1E11 11. Home Loans 101

Dec 17, 2025 21m

In this episode of Bar Essentials, Ed Brundick continues to explore the wide world of home loans — from conventional fixed-rate loans to variable-rate options, government-backed mortgages, and more —…

S1E10 10. Residential Real Estate Basics

Dec 04, 2025 31m

In this episode of Bar Essentials, Ed Brundick breaks down the essential terms and concepts every homebuyer should understand as the housing market shifts from a seller’s market to a buyer’s market.…

S1E9 9. Common Estate Planning Mistakes (and How to Fix Them)

Nov 19, 2025 25m

In this episode of Bar Essentials, Attorney and Host Ed Brundick explains why a Power of Attorney, Medical Power of Attorney, and Living Will are essential parts of every adult’s estate plan. From…

S8E8 8. Protecting Yourself with Powers of Attorney and Living Wills

Nov 05, 2025 14m

In this episode of Bar Essentials, Attorney and Host Ed Brundick explains why a Power of Attorney, Medical Power of Attorney, and Living Will are essential parts of every adult’s estate plan. From…

S1E7 7. Inside the Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law (with Dean Jim Strickland)

Oct 22, 2025 27m

Today on Bar Essentials, we are joined by Dean Jim Strickland of the University of Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law, as well as David Pickler, to discuss one of Memphis’s most important…

S1E6 6. Irrevocable Trusts

Oct 08, 2025 20m

Today on Bar Essentials, we take a closer look at how irrevocable trusts differ from their revocable counterparts. This episode explores the key distinctions between the two, highlights common types…

S1E5 5. Civil Litigation (feat. Byron Winsett)

Sep 24, 2025 26m

Today on Bar Essentials, we introduce attorney Byron Winsett, the civil litigation lead at Pickler Law. Civil litigation may not receive the same attention as estate planning or criminal trials, but…

S1E4 4. Revocable Trusts Explained

Sep 10, 2025 22m

In today's episode of Bar Essentials, host Ed Brundick breaks down one of the most widely used tools in estate planning, Revocable Trusts. He explains what they are, how they work, and who might…

S1E3 3. The Power of Exit Planning

Aug 27, 2025 30m

In this episode of Bar Essentials, host Ed Brundick sits down with David Pickler and Robert Hale to discuss why exit planning is one of the most important steps a business owner can take. Exit…

S1E2 2. Who Needs a Will?

Aug 13, 2025 21m

In this episode of Bar Essentials, attorney Ed Brundick explains why every adult should have a Will—regardless of age, assets, or life stage. A Will is more than a tool for distributing property; it…

S1E1 1. What is Estate Planning?

Jul 30, 2025 13m

In this episode of Bar Essentials, attorney Ed Brundick breaks down the essentials of estate planning: what it is, why it matters, and how it helps you protect your assets, provide for loved ones,…

S1 0. Introducing "Bar Essentials"

Jul 09, 2025 5m Trailer

Ever wish the law made more sense? Bar Essentials is here to help. Hosted by attorney Ed Brundick, this podcast breaks down legal basics—from wills and contracts to lawsuits and due process—in a way…

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How many episodes does Bar Essentials have?

Bar Essentials has published 19 episodes since July 2025, covering topics in Business, Education.

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Bar Essentials is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 23m.

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