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Well, That Went Sideways!

Conflict is an inevitable part of life. How will we deal with it? In these podcasts, we will discover tools and techniques ​for managing, resolving, and transforming conflict in all of the ways it shows up in our various relationships and within ourselves.

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S6E17: Two-Eyed Seeing with Claudia Fox Tree

Dr. Claudia Fox Tree discusses the importance of Indigenous perspectives in education and culture, explaining the Mi'kmaq concept of Two‑Eyed Seeing, the history of land dispossession, and the need to include Indigenous knowledge across K–12 and higher education. The conversation covers practical steps for allies and educators, stewardship of land and water, ethical research practices, language…

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S6E16: Reclaiming Truth as Conflict Resolution with Glenda Russell

In this episode, we talk with Glenda Russell about the importance of inclusive history and the impact of erasing or marginalizing people in the historical record. She's a retired psychologist who's still active as a researcher, writer, and activist. Glenda Russell writes a blog called Tools for Troubled Times.

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S6E15: A Whole New Social Contract with Cody Nielsen

In this episode, we talk with Cody Nielsen about the role of white Christian nationalism in the United States. He's the founder and executive director of Convergence Strategies, which addresses issues of religious, secular, and spiritual culture and identity in society. He's also an assistant professor of higher education at Western Michigan University.

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S6E14: From Accusation to Exploration with Abby Ferber

In this episode, we talk with Abby Ferber about her work teaching students about privilege. She's a professor in sociology and women's and ethnic studies at the University of Colorado. She's also director of The Matrix Center for the Advancement of Social Equity and Inclusion which is home to the Knapsack Institute , a public effort to transform, teaching and learning.

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S6E13: Faith, Transformation and Engaging Across Differences with Rev. Jen Bailey

In this episode we talk with Reverend Jen Bailey about faith, transformation and engaging across differences. She founded the Faith Matters Network and co-founded the People's Supper which brings diverse groups of people together to break bread and engage on community issues. Reverend Jen Bailey is also the executive director of the Maddox Fund , a philanthropic foundation based in Nashville,…

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S6E12: A Personal Journey with Nonviolent Communication with Paul Quinn

In this episode, we talk with Paul Quinn about how volunteerism and activism have changed his life. He describes learning about and practicing nonviolent communication, as well as his volunteer work with incarcerated men in Washington State. He also shares what he learned as a board member of The Sophia Way, a Seattle area nonprofit that works with women experiencing homelessness.

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S6E11: The Role of Media in our Understanding of Conflict with Roshan Bliss and Jen Sarche

In this episode, we talk with Rohan Bliss and Jen Sarche about the role media plays in our understanding of conflict and conflict resolution. And we'll hear about their plan to use reality TV to depolarize the country and help people find common ground. Jen Sarche is a media and research consultant. Rohan Bliss directs the Democracy Innovations Program at the National Coalition for Dialogue and…

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S6E10: Building Inclusive Environmental Movements with Parker McMullen Bushman

In this episode, we talk with Parker McMullen Bushman about environmental justice and building a more inclusive environmental movement. They're the CEO of Eco Inclusive Strategies , which serves environmental organizations and other nonprofit and education groups.

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S6E9: Liberate Your Inner Changemaker with Bina M. Patel

In this episode we talk with Bina M. Patel about how her work as a leadership coach and facilitator combines her decades of policy and non-profit experience with neuroscience and practices like breathwork and mindfulness. She's the author of the book Say the Quiet Part Out Loud: Liberate Your Inner Changemaker.

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S6E8: Global Leadership with Maria Guajardo

In this episode we talk with Maria Guajardo about leadership and the value of non-western perspectives in developing leadership skills. She is an author, educator and administrator. Maria spent 12 years as a dean and professor at Soka University in Japan.

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