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The Other Chair Podcast

The Center for Understanding in Conflict

Conflict resolution and mediation skills help people in disputes find common ground while working toward a mutually beneficial solution together. The Other Chair is a podcast dedicated to helping you, the listener, learn how bringing human issues to the table can help resolve conflict in your personal and professional life. From professional mediators to human resource professionals and those who get the call from friends and family in need, there is something for everyone looking to bring

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27:50

Looking Back, Forging Ahead with Guest Gary J. Friedman

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2023/12/07

Gary Friedman, author, mediator, and co-founder of the Center for Understanding in Conflict, joins The Other Chair to talk about his impressions of how the field of conflict resolution and mediation has changed and the evolution of the understanding-based model and the nonprofit he founded to advance awareness and education of conflict resolution practice to bring together people in conflict in communities across the country and globally since 1982.

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54:17

The Six Underlying Concepts with Guests Katherine...

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2023/11/16

This episode of The Other Chair explores the six underlying concepts of the Understanding-Based model, which can guide a conflict resolution professional through difficult moments and help structure the process to minimize the challenging moments. In this webinar recording, Catherine Conner and Katherine Miller will describe the six underlying concepts, their meaning, and, most importantly, how to use them.

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36:05

Co-Creating the Future of Mediation with Guest...

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2023/10/24

Suzanne Fest, attorney, mediator, and trainer at Mediation Fest, a conflict resolution educational institute in Cologne, Germany, has nearly 30 years of experience mediating business and personal conflict. She joins The Other Chair to talk about her experience and plans for a future aimed at bringing conflict resolution tools and education to individuals in communities across the world.

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29:52

Learning to Teach Conflict Resolution with Guest...

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2023/09/13

Catherine Conner, director and trainer at the Center for Understanding in Conflict and an attorney practicing mediation and collaborative practice in Santa Rosa, California, joins The Other Chair to discuss the evolution of the 2022 Teacher Training program, the impact that trainers can have on making a difference in the world, and plans for the next cohort. The CUC's training programs have been popular for over 40 years because the Understanding-Based approach resonates with many people. Our

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32:37

Working with Emotions in Mediation with Guest...

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2023/08/29

Katherine Miller, director and trainer at the Center for Understanding in Conflict and an attorney practicing mediation and collaborative practice in Westchester County, NY, joins The Other Chair to discuss the realities of working with emotions in mediation, including emotions in the room and the emotional reactions of the mediator. When feelings begin to rise in the mediator, it can indicate that dynamics in the room are shifting, prompting a moment to bring the group together and identify and

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33:43

Going Inside to Help Those Outside with Guest Gary...

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2023/07/13

Gary Friedman, author, mediator, and co-founder of the Center for Understanding in Conflict, joins The Other Chair to discuss the inspiration for his book Inside Out: How Conflict Professionals Can Use Self-Reflection to Help Their Clients. Dive into the process conflict resolution professionals can take to be aware of their internal reactions, feelings, and emotions while being present to help parties in conflict, along with the value of finding support through peer groups to practice skills and

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29:53

Leading Change in India through Mediation with Guest...

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2023/06/14

On this episode of The Other Chair, guest Aditya Arryan, mediator and chief of staff for YCM, talks about the work members are doing to create a culture of dispute prevention and resolution in India through co-creating conflict management policies, providing training, and mediation and conflict coaching services to uplift the community and avoid a difficult to access legal system which can take decades to give a ruling. YCM is India's first conflict management and mediation center for youth focused

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34:51

Healing Through Restorative Justice with Guests Earl...

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2023/05/10

This episode of The Other Chair explores how advocates of restorative justice practices are working to bring together people and communities in conflict through mediation and coaching while addressing the realities of the criminal justice system, which often leaves victims and offenders without a path toward healing or understanding, only punishment and enduring lifelong trauma. Earl Simms and Erin Kennedy from Restorative Community Solutions, a San Francisco Bay Area nonprofit organization, share

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Top Tips for Starting an ADR Practice with Catherine...

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2023/04/13

This episode of The Other Chair is for those who have taken a conflict resolution or mediation training, have begun developing the skills needed to serve clients in conflict, and are wondering how to make it their day job. Trainers Catherine Conner and Melanie Rowen discuss concrete tips for starting your own practice that includes or is focused on conflict resolution or alternative dispute resolution, including mediation and collaborative practice. Listen for an understanding of the basic steps

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28:41

Conflict is Inevitable, Combat is Optional with Guest...

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2023/03/14

For many attorneys entering the legal profession, the reality that the system isn't as caring or altruistic as hoped can lead to disillusionment and a change of occupation. Join attorney, mediator, and teacher Ivan Alter on The Other Chair as he shares his experience overcoming the challenges of the adversarial system and how his transition to a career centered in mediation helped recapture a lifelong desire to be a force for positive change and healing for people who may see litigation as the only

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25:02

Mediating in the Digital Space with Guest Hansa Patel

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2023/02/15

A lot has changed in the past few years, and video conferencing technology has increasingly become the standard for conflict resolution and mediation practitioners to work with clients. Join attorney, mediator, and teacher Hansa Patel on The Other Chair as she discusses best practices for navigating this relatively new medium, overcoming technical issues, and maintaining authentic and meaningful connections with the people no matter where they may be when it comes time to tackle the conflict between

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30:00

Mindfulness in Mediation with Guest Norman Fischer

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2023/01/14

Mindfulness and mediation can be vital to addressing suffering on both sides of a conflict while finding presence and calm in the mind of those tasked with bringing parties together. Zen Buddhist priest Norman Fischer reflects on his history of helping mediation professionals through mindfulness training, supporting Ukrainian mediators during his recent Inside Out training program, and tips for practitioners to find presence in the heart of the storm during this episode of The Other Chair.

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30:10

Animals at the Center of Conflict with Guest Debra...

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2022/12/14

When relationships end, there is often a lot of discussion, consideration, and animosity regarding children. But what happens when a pet dog, cat, or horse hangs in the balance? Expert Debra Hamilton joins The Other Chair to discuss how the court system doesn't often consider the life of the pet and the role that pet-based mediation brings in bridging the gap. Learn how an understanding-based approach can help people find harmony and ultimately create a better outcome for the furry friends so many

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High Conflict: Why We Get Trapped with Guest Amanda...

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2022/12/10

Guest hosts Jennifer Sullivan and Phuong Ertley interview journalist and New York Times bestselling author Amanda Ripley to talk about her book High Conflict and "what happens when discord distills into a good-versus-evil kind of feud, the kind with an us and a them."

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32:21

Introduction to the Understanding-Based Model and...

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2022/11/14

Welcome to The Other Chair. In this episode, Center for Understanding in Conflict co-founder Gary J. Friedman introduces listeners to the center while exploring the understanding-based approach to conflict and how it can help you bring people together in personal, professional, and practitioner settings. Learn more at understandinginconflict.org

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