Success as a Mediator With Victoria Pynchon

Join host Jeff Thompson and mediator and author, Victoria Pynchon (Check out Settle It Now Dispute Resolution, Negotiation Law Blog, The ABC's of Conflict Resolution and She Negotiates). She shares with us tips from her latest book, Success As A Mediator For Dummies."

Check out the book [HERE].

Listen to previous podcast episodes with Vickie below:

Podcast Series #22: 20 Characteristics of Successful Mediators With...

Episode #9- ABC's of Conflict Resolution by Vickie Pynchon

 
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Mediators Beyond Borders- Past, Present & future

Join host Jeff Thompson and Charlie Pillsbury, executive director of Mediators Beyond Borders.  Charlie explains what MBB does, some of their past work, current projects and upcoming plans.  Visit their site [here].

Cinnie Noble & Conflict Management Coaching

Join host Jeff Thompson and Cinnie Noble, professional conflict coach and author as she discusses her new book Conflict Management Coaching: The CINERGY Model.  

Cinnie explains the motivation in writing the book and how it can benefit not only conflict coaches but everyone who works in conflict resolution.  She also describes the CINERGY model and acronym:

• Clarify the goal
• Inquire about the situation
• Name the elements
• Explore choices
• Reconstruct the situation
• Ground Challenges
• Yes, The commitment

A portion of the proceeds of her book will be donated to Mediators Beyond Borders and Peace Makers Trust.

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Noam Ebner & The 2nd Generation Negotiation Project

Join host Jeff Thompson and Noam Ebner, Online Chair of the Werner Institute Negotiation & Dispute Resolution Porgram,  as they discuss the 2nd Generation Negotiation Project.  

Noam explains what it is, how premier negotiation practitioners, professionals and academics came together the past three years to explore pedagogical approaches of negotiation as well as the role of technology and negotiation.

Finally, below the radio player is the embedded version of his presentation.  I highly recommend checking it out... after listening of course!

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JAMS CEO Chris Poole & The New JAMS Blog

Join host Jeff Thompson and JAMS CEO Chris Poole as they discuss the new JAMS Blog.  Findout from Chris why the blog was created, the vision and goals of the blog, and what to expect from future posts.

Check out the JAMS Blog [HERE] after listening the episode below.

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Twitter Chat & 140conf With Jason Dykstra

Join host Jeff Thompson and mediator Jason Dykstra as they follow up episode twenty's discussion on Twitter. In this episode they discuss the the new #ADRhubChat twitter based chat they will be teaming up together to start doing in August 2011.  Jason shares his thoughts and experiences of twitter chats and why he thinks it is important for conflict resolution professionals to be part of this first of its kind for for his profession.

Jason also shares information on the the popular 104conf and his role in the 140confONT.  If you don't know what it is don't worry, he explains in a friendly informal manner what it is and why you should be a part of it.

Follow Jason on twitter at @JasonDyk and Jeff at: @ADRhub @MediatorJeff & @NonverbalPhD

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Speed Dialogue With Beth Katz of Project Interfaith

Join host Jeff Thompson and Beth Katz, founder and executive director of Project Interfaith- an organization dedicated to raising respect, awareness and understanding between people of all faiths.

Beth shares with us a unique program Project Interfaith recently offered for the first time- Speed Dialogue.  Based on the concept of speed dating, Beth describes how it was designed, the intentions and the results of the program which is geared towards young adults.

[Read more about Speed Dialogue HERE]

[Learn more about Project Interfaith HERE]

[Follow Beth on Twitter HERE & Project Interfaith HERE]

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Workplace Mediation & Difficult Conversations With Clive Lewis

Join host Jeff Thompson and mediator and author, Clive Lewis, director of the UK based Globis Mediation Group, as they discuss workplace mediation and having difficult conversations.  Clive share's some of his experiences, how he started in mediation as well as how his recently released book,Difficult Conversations - 10 Steps to Becoming a Tackler not a Dodger,  is designed to allow the reader to reflect on the stories he shares. 

Clive also shares how Globis is having a global impact with their partnerships and trainings offered.

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Episode #22

20 Characteristics of Successful Mediators With Vickie Pynchon

Join host Jeff Thompson and mediator and author, Victoria Pynchon (Check out Settle It Now Dispute Resolution, Negotiation Law Blog, The ABC's of Conflict Resolutionand She Negotiates). She shares with us what she believes are 20 characteristics of successful mediators. You can read the 20 characteristics [here] prior to listen.

Enjoy! 

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Part II: Dynamics of Conflict Resolution

with Bernie Mayer

Join host Jeff Thompson and Bernie Mayer in the Part Two (listen to Part One here) of their conversation as they discuss conflict resolution, an update to his popular book- Dynamics of Conflict Resolution, the 'circle of conflict' as well as current issues in conflict resolution.  Note, this is part one of two. 

 Enjoy listening below:

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Twitter Tips With Jason Dykstra

Join host Jeff Thompson and mediator Jason Dykstra as the discuss Twitter.  Learn from them their experiences as well as they both go over each of their "Do/Suggestions" list as well as the "Don't/Avoid" tips for mediators, conflict coaches, negotiators and ombuds that are thinking of using Twitter or are currently tweeting.

This episode concludes with a brief list (and by no mean exclusive!) of people they suggest to follow.

Follow Jason on twitter at @JasonDyk and Jeff at: @ADRhub @MediatorJeff & @NonverbalPhD

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Mediator Quality

with Lisa Pomerantz

Join host Jeff Thompson and mediator/attorney Lisa Pomerantz as they discuss the findings and recommendations of the ABA Dispute Resolution Task Force on Mediator Quality.  Lisa recently wrote a review and opinion article on the Task Force's findings [here].  Read the original article on the findings [here].

They also discuss other relevent topics including Lisa's opinion on how non-attorney mediators emphasis on 'communication.' 

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Dynamics of Conflict Resolution

with Bernie Mayer

Join host Jeff Thompson and Bernie Mayer as they discuss conflict resolution, an update to his popular book- Dynamics of Conflict Resolution, the 'circle of conflict' as well as current issues in conflict resolution.  Note, this is part one of two. 

 Enjoy listening below:

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Transformative Mediation with Robert A. Baruch Bush

Join host Jeff Thompson and Robert A. Baruch Bush as they discuss Transformative Mediation- the history, its use and applications, as well as the the recently published source book on transformative mediation covering topics and situations where transformative mediation has been used.  This includes court, divorce mediation and organizational disputes.  

Read more on the book [here] and enjoy listening below:

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College of Commercial Arbitrators

Join host Jeff Thompson and Edna Sussman as they discuss the recent College of Commercial Arbitrators (CCA) award they received from CPR for their protocols on "Expeditious, cost-effective, commercial arbitration." 

Edna Sussman explains how the protocols were developed and their impact as well as the history and purpose of the CCA.

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Nebraska Mediation Association

 Join host Jeff Thompson and Nebraska Mediation Association's current President, Bryan Hanson (also Werner Institute Assistant Director), as they discuss the NME.

Topics include using new technology to engage and train its members, continuing mediation education and how to be an effective organization serviing mediators.

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Episode #14

Conflict Coaching With Cinnie Noble

Join host Jeff Thompson and internationally known conflict coach and trainer Cinnie Noble.  They discuss conflict coaching, training, her upcoming book, tips for success and more. .

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Episode #13

CPR Institute With Lorraine M. Brennan

 Join host Jeff Thompson and Lorraine M. Brennan, Senior Vice President, of CPR Institute.  Lorraine shares with us what and who CPR is, and the work she is involved in within her area of expertise- International and Programs.

They also discuss CPR's annual conference and the innovative approach the conference will be taking in 2011 making it more interactive compared to traditional annual meetings.

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Episode #11

Community Mediation- Mandating Mediation, Culture & Gender, & Marketing With Lynsee Swisher

Join host Jeff Thompson and Lynsee Swisher, professional mediator and board member of the Dispute Resolution Center of Kitsap County(Washington).

They discuss current issues with community mediation centers including mediation becoming mandated in certain settings, training mediators on culture and gender as well as marketing and raising awareness of community mediation.

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Episode #10

International Negotiation Simulation

Join host Jeff Thompson and Masters Degree candidate at Columbia University's School of International & Public Affairs (SIPA), Regina Jun. They discuss an all day negotiation simulation event with graduate students performing in the roles of the various stakeholders involved in the current drug war going on in Mexico.

This unique, full day negotiation simulation allows students to take the theory they have learned and apply it during a realistic, intense setting. Regina explains how the event was put together, the participants and how professionals will be observers and providing feedback during multiple sessions during the day.

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Episode #9

The ABC's of Conflict Resolution

Join host Jeff Thompson and mediator and author, Victoria Pynchon (Check out Settle It Now Dispute Resolution, Negotiation Law Blog, and She Negotiates). She discusses her new book, The ABC's of Conflict Resolution. Find out what the book is all about, how it can help you and your clients/parties to mediation.

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Episode #8

Mediation, Interfaith, UNESCOCAT & Barcelona!

Join host Jeff Thompson and second time guest, The Rev. Chloe Breyer, Executive Director of the Interfaith Center of New York. They both give a recap of the Interfaith Center of New York's sponsored interfaith delegation trip to Barcelona.

The trip consisted of delegation members from NYC and Glasgow visiting Barcelona to learn how interfaith and conflict resolution work is be done there. UNESCOCAT were our gracious hosts (Yes- I was lucky enough to attend as an official representative of the NYPD!).

We both discuss the work UNESCOCAT engages in (including the inter-religous dialogue, conflict resolution training and mediation), the various groups we visited and important cultural elements which impacts the interfaith movement in Barcelona.

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Episode #7

Interfaith Center of New York, Rev. Chloe Breyer (Executive Director)

Join host Jeff Thompson and guest, The Rev. Chloe Breyer, Executive Director of the Interfaith Center of New York. She gives us a recap of the monthly roundtable discussion series hosted by the Association for Conflict Resolution/Greater New York Chapter (ACR GNY) and the CUNY Dispute Resolution Consortium at John Jay College.

The topic covered was "Restoring Dialogue in a Civlized World." Rev. Breyer also shares what programs the Interfaith Center of NY engages in and its history.

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Episode #6

David J. Smith of the United States Institute of Peace (USIP)

Join host Jeff Thompson and guest David J. Smith, National Education Outreach Coordinator, of the United States Institute of Peace.

Learn about the history of USIP; .what they are currently engaged in; how you as a conflict professional can get involved; and what they offer online at their website.

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Episode #5

Richard Rubenstein & International Conflict

Join host Jeff Thompson and guest Richard Rubenstein from the Institute for Conflict Analysis and Resolution at George Mason University.

They discuss the new joint program between George Mason and the Mediterranean Academy of Diplomatic Studies which has created a joint Master's degree programme in conflict resolution and Mediterranean security based in Malta.

They also discuss international conflict resolution, the role history has on conflict and current conflicts.

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Episode #4

JAMS Foundation Grants

Join host Jeff Thompson and guest Jay Welsh of the JAMS Foundation as they discuss the recent grant to study diversity in Conflict Resolution field as well as an overview of the JAMS Foundation Grants Program.

Next episode: Richard Rubenstein

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Episode #3

Spirituality & Mediation

Join host Jeff Thompson and guest William Mercer as they recap William's recent presentation at the NYC-DR Roundtable (monthly) Breakfast Series sponsored by CUNY John Jay College & ACR-GNY.

From the description of the presentation:

Next episode: JAMS Foundation Grants Program

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Episode #2

Mediation Business Summit

Join host Jeff Thompson and guest Amanda Bucklow (yes again!) as they discuss upcoming Mediation Business Summit taking place, online, September 16 through September 21st.

Upcoming episodes include William Mercer on Spirituality and Mediation; The JAMS Foundation Grant Program; and Richard Rubernstein of the Institute for Conflict Analysis and Resolution at George Mason University.

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