We help you use conflict competencies you already have, so you can do conflict better. Dr. Deborah Sword is a specialist in conflict analysis and management. Tyson Bankert is a community facilitator and artist. We have decades of experience and training in helping people expand their conflict competencies. Our logo is a dandelion because conflict is like a weed you don't want in the garden. But since it's there, you want to know how to manage it, keep it from spreading, and feel good about h ...
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Conflict Competence Podcasts
Empowering You to Go There In this podcast with Lynne Nash, we go on a captivating journey of discovery, debunking the myths surrounding conflict, and uncovering the heart of the matter. Lynne Nash is an Attorney Mediator who began her career in Public Relations and Marketing, yet found her calling helping others through mediation. She holds an M.A. in Conflict Resolution and Restoration and a J.D. from Texas A&M University School of Law. Lynne’s one of a kind journey combines her legal expe ...
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Welcome to The Resolution Room-where conflict isn't the end of the story, it's the beginning of something deeper. This podcast features micro-episodes—short, focused conversations designed to offer practical insight in a condensed format, offering meaningful perspective and tools for transformation in just a few intentional minutes. Hosted by Dr. Nashay Lowe, this audio journey explores how we transform chaos into clarity, break generational patterns, and use adversity as fuel for personal a ...
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The most significant aspect of our learning is what we do with it. Speaking intelligently with real people about global conflicts and issues that affect them has substantial educational value for students. This production consists of authentic student work - mistakes and all. Innovation Diploma is an innovative educational program of The Mount Vernon Upper School in Atlanta, Georgia. Students learn through self-directed investigation and analysis while solving real problems. Students engage ...
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Every weekday, host Kai Ryssdal helps you make sense of the day's business and economic news — no econ degree or finance background required. "Marketplace" takes you beyond the numbers, bringing you context. Our team of reporters all over the world speak with CEOs, policymakers and regular people just trying to get by.
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Thomas Edison said, "Genius is 1% inspiration, 99% perspiration." This show interviews hard-working construction company owners and executives who share their wisdom, perspectives, and lessons learned from decades of experience bidding, planning, and building profitable projects. Topics include leadership, strategic planning, conflict resolution, niche identification, succession planning, talent management, business development, and business growth. Industry expert, Eric Anderton also shares ...
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Candid conversations between autistic off-hour professionals! Autistic Tidbits & Tangents is a biweekly podcast, co-hosted by Kara Dymond, Maja Toudal, and Bruce Petherick. It is centered around topics relevant to autism and the lives of autistic people. We are autistic professionals with a passion for broadening and advancing accessibility for autistic people and understanding of autism and neurodiversity. We approach our work with the combination of our personal and professional experiences.
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Making Work Better explores employment law, business issues, and workplace challenges through personal narratives and legal commentary. Our employment attorney experts and their guests discuss everything from new laws and human resources challenges to launching a small business or forging a unique career path. As the flagship program of The Prinz Law Firm in Chicago, this podcast will not feature legal advice—just conversations that help us all to make work better, regardless of our role. Yo ...
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Laugh At Adversity with Gary Savoie: Inspirational Messages to Conquer Anxiety, Depression, Fear, Relationships, Self-Doubt, and Self-Esteem
Gary Savoie
After overcoming medical trauma, Gary Savoie has made it his mission to uncover all of the secrets to overcoming life’s challenges and living a better life. Through inspirational stories and messages from those who have overcome adversity first hand, mindset gurus, and influential experts the Laugh At Adversity Podcast provides you with everything you need to conquer your challenges and turn your struggles into strengths. Overcome adversity, relationship problems, financial struggles, confli ...
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Reconnected Marriage Partners | Communicate Effectively, Sexual Intimacy, Expectations, Quality Time, Resolving Conflicts
Dr. Ebun and David Haastrup | Christian Marriage Coaches & Couple Connection Strategists
Are you feeling distant from your spouse while living under the same roof? Frustrated about the increasing misunderstandings or tension in your marriage? Do you have a longing desire to feel heard & understood but can’t seem to get through to your spouse? Wish you spent more time connecting with your spouse instead of engaging in arguments that drain your energy? If you can relate, you’re not alone. Building a thriving marriage in these modern times takes hard work. When you add the responsi ...
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82 What conflict competencies would you wish for your 30-year-old self?
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3:31No one is born conflict competent. Over time, we learn complex communication. The quality of our relationships improves. In this second take on what skills we wish our younger selves had known, we move up a decade to slightly more advanced conflict competencies: perspective taking, and graciously accepting that loving critics give feedback we might…
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Will August bring a wave of trade deals or a hike in tariffs?
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25:42We’re starting to see the first real evidence of President Trump’s tariffs showing up in consumer prices. But are these manageable, one-time price increases or the early signs of runaway inflation? Ana Swanson at The New York Times and Sudeep Reddy at MSNBC weigh in. Also on the show: what the latest spending cuts say about the balance of power in …
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How immigration can bolster an aging workforce
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25:34As a nation’s workforce grows older, innovation and delayed retirement can keep economic gears turning. But so can immigration. In this episode, “Marketplace” host Kai Ryssdal and ADP’s Nela Richardson visit Peckham, a neighborhood in South London that’s long been home to generations of immigrants from all over the world, to understand how newcomer…
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EP 165 \\ From Frustration to Reconnection: Navigating Unmet Expectations in Marriage
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11:01Hi friend! When we get married—and as the years go by—we bring expectations into the relationship. Some are spoken, others unspoken. But what happens when those expectations aren’t met? Disappointment can quietly build up and create distance, especially when it happens repeatedly. But here’s the truth: how we respond to unmet expectations can eithe…
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Can robots help us care for an aging population?
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26:13The number of people 85 years and older is expected to double in the U.K. over the next couple of decades. Apian, a London-based health care logistics company that partners with the National Health Service, thinks automation can help. We visit Apian to understand how automated robots could ease the burden of caring for an aging population. Also in …
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Want to understand our aging workforce? Look to the U.K.
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25:43By 2050, around a quarter of people in the U.K. will be 65 or older — about ten years before the U.S. reaches that milestone. For our ongoing “Age of Work” series, host Kai Ryssdal and ADP chief economist Nela Richardson take a trip to across the pond to understand how businesses and the government are preparing for an aging population. Plus, hear …
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If Your Construction Company Disappeared Tomorrow, Would Anyone Notice?
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32:37Most construction companies claim they “do great work and have strong relationships.” But if your business vanished tomorrow, would anyone really notice—or care? In this episode of Construction Genius, I sit down with Justin Bieganek, founder of Mercury Creative Group, to unpack what branding really means for construction companies—and why it’s abo…
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Up and down the supply chain, companies are facing a dilemma: Should they absorb tariff surcharges and keep prices down, or pass on the cost to customers, and risk losing business? Most are taking a mixed approach. In this episode, how firms are negotiating — and communicating — higher costs. Plus: Economists discuss what they’ll be looking for in …
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81 How conflict competence impacts loneliness for the better
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8:03Conflict competence improves quality of relationships. Building community improves quality of life. In this era of loneliness, where friends are so important, are your relationships dependent on your friends having opinions you agree with or like? Here are some strategies for sharing conflicting points of view (POV) without it causing conflict. Imp…
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The GOP slashed $1 trillion from Medicaid's budget. What now?
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26:21The Medicaid budget just lost about $1 trillion. Eleven million more Americans will go uninsured, the CBO estimates, and those who remain Medicaid-eligible may lose coverage for "optional" services. That could include in-home health care recipients, like 9-year-old Noah. In this episode, we talk with his mom, who lobbied Congress to vote against th…
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Cultural Competency Isn’t a Buzzword—It’s a Path to Understanding
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29:46Send us a message Summary In this episode, Dr. Nashay Lowe talks with Lila Raouf, an expert in international development and emergency management, to explore the concept of cultural competency. They discuss the importance of cultural humility over mastery, the evolution of understanding cultural competency through personal experiences, and the nece…
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Reliable earnings outlooks? In this economy?
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26:18When companies release earnings reports, they often predict where they’re headed next, profit-wise. Lately, thanks to all that pesky economic uncertainty, some firms have altered their forecasts or opted out altogether. In this episode, why some guidance is better than no guidance. Plus: OPEC foresees oil demand growth through 2050, protein is the …
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EP 164 \\ No Time? 5 Quick Ways to Reconnect With Your Spouse During a Busy Season (Under 5 Minutes!)
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9:42Hi friend! Marriage isn’t built on grand gestures—it’s forged in the small, often overlooked moments. In the chaos of daily life—between meetings, errands, sports practices, and parenting—true connection can feel like a luxury you can’t afford. But what if it didn’t take hours? What if just five minutes could shift the tone of your entire day? In t…
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The June jobs report gave a sunny picture of the labor market. But if you’re, say, looking for a job right now, you may see things a bit differently. What gives? In this episode, we break down the pros and cons of backward-looking data, and search elsewhere for answers about the current employment situation. Plus: Entrepreneurship chugs along in th…
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80 What conflict competencies would you wish for your 20-year-old self?
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3:50No one is born conflict competent. Babies don't negotiate, they demand. Over time, we grow up and learn people skills. The quality of our relationships improves. For some, with homes that nurture learning these skills, conflict competence comes early and easy. For some, like me, home wasn't a calm and conflict competent environment. My learning con…
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A tax credit for electric vehicles was killed under the latest GOP tax and spending bill. It's a credit that has existed in some form for nearly 20 years. In this episode, how the tax break supported EV innovation and what might change when it ends in September. Plus: Big retailers eye vertical integration as a salve to supply chain and tariff dram…
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The Robots Aren’t Coming—They’re Already Here (And They're Cheaper Than Your Project Engineer)
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21:15From the office to the job sites, AI is rapidly changing the construction industry just as any other. The newly developed AI tools currently available can help you to process data from variety of sources, providing you with insights to make smart decisions. One crucial piece of information everyone should remember is that AI is not magic; it needs …
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Trump officials signaled tariffs will be once again postponed, possibly to August 1. But as the White House nails down details, some businesses are suffering while they wait. In this episode, retailers explain why ongoing trade negotiations have put a damper on profits. Plus: Consumers could pull back spending if tariff-related worries persist, emp…
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Ep. 46 - Competing needs, Communication, & Community Support
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1:31:52Ep. 46 - Competing needs, Communication, & Community Support Bruce, Kara, and Maja are back! In the first episode of Season 4, they catch up, share what they’ve been up to, and discuss the need for collective advocacy within the autistic community, as well as some of the associated challenges such as competing needs, stressful environments, immedia…
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79 Do you and your roommates (or family) need a conflict management plan?
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12:08If you find yourself sharing space, whether with a partner, roommate, family, or stranger, it's a good idea to agree with them on a conflict management plan. But, if you didn't have an agreement on how to resolve conflicts before you have a conflict, it isn't too late to invite the discussion. Here are some suggestions. Send us a text. We love hear…
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What happens when states manage public land?
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26:16Some conservatives think states should take over management of federal land. But often, states lack adequate resources, or use land for revenue rather than recreation or conservation. This Independence Day, we visit state trust land in Wyoming to learn more about state versus federal management issue. Plus: Homeownership is a tough bargain if you t…
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Fear of ICE raids keeps California farm workers on edge
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26:22On California farms, ICE raid fears persist — at least half of the state’s crop workers are undocumented. As a result, the farms that grow three-quarters of U.S. fruits and nuts are experiencing worker shortages as harvests begin. In this episode, Trump's immigration policy clashes with the realities of labor-intensive farm work. Plus, growth on th…
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EP 163 \\ The One Ingredient Your Marriage Needs to Improve Intimacy: Rest
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16:19Hi friend! Let’s talk about something often overlooked—but essential—for a healthy, thriving marriage: REST. Not just physical rest, but the kind that restores your mind, heart, and your connection with your spouse. What if the closeness you’re craving isn’t about more time or better communication, but about learning to slow down together? In a wor…
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78 How do you use and practice conflict analysis?
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5:47The conflict competency I use most often is conflict analysis. You want to answer the right question and resolve the correct conflict, which means analyzing what's really going on. Look beneath the surface, and dig deeper than motives and personalities. These two novels demonstrate the types of analysis that get to the heart of the conflict. show n…
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Consumer spending sputtered in May, likely thanks to tariffs and related uncertainty. Not only does that give us a clue as to where GDP is headed, it could also help us predict the labor market's next move. Later in this episode: Slowed hiring could have a silver lining (depending on your perspective), the U.S. dollar is down 10% so far this year, …
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